HERALD 5 was founded in 1986 as a support group for home schooling families in the St. Andrews/Irmo/Chapin area; however, residence in Lexington/Richland District 5 is not required for membership. We are a volunteer organization, comprised of members who educate, have educated, or intend to educate one or more of their children at home.  We are a support group only, not an accountability group.  To homeschool legally in SC, you must join an accountability group.  To view accountability groups available in SC, go to the link below.