Dear Transition Center Families,
We are writing to inform you that the Transition Center is currently without air conditioning and lights due to a substation outage impacting the surrounding area.
As a result, Rich Township High School District 227 will release students early from the Transition Center today. The STEM Campus is also being released early today. The Fine Arts and Communications Campus is not impacted by this outage and will continue with its regular schedule.
Bus transportation is expected to begin picking up students at 12:30 PM. Students who are picked up by a parent/guardian or who drive will be dismissed following the early release procedures at the Transition Center.
We understand this may create an inconvenience for families, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our students and staff.
Thank you for your continued support.
Dear STEM Campus Families,
We are writing to inform you that the STEM Campus is currently without air conditioning and lights due to a substation outage impacting the surrounding area.
As a result, Rich Township High School District 227 will release students early from the STEM Campus only today. The Fine Arts and Communications Campus is not impacted by this outage and will continue with its regular schedule.
Bus transportation is expected to begin picking up STEM Campus students at 12:15 PM. Students who are picked up by a parent/guardian or who drive will be dismissed following the early release procedures at the STEM Campus.
Students scheduled to take AP exams today will receive a revised testing schedule from the Associate Principals of Educational Services. In addition, all final exams scheduled for today at the STEM Campus will be rescheduled for later this week.
We understand this may create an inconvenience for families, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our students and staff.
Thank you for your continued support.
🎓 WATCH LIVE: Class of 2026 Graduation Commencement 🎓
Rich Township High School District 227 proudly celebrates the Class of 2026 this Saturday, May 16 at 3:30 PM at the Fine Arts & Communications Campus Stadium.
Families, alumni, and community members who cannot attend in person are invited to watch the ceremony live on YouTube.
📺 Watch Live Here: https://youtube.com/live/Z3PJAR1-YQE?feature=share
We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments, memories, and bright futures of the Class of 2026!
#ClassOf2026 #RaptorPride #richinstudentsuccess

Weekly Updates | Actualizaciones Semanales
Click here to view the Raptor Rundown Weekly Update video: https://youtu.be/Zkgcyw_oeKY
2026–27 Registration (Returning Students)
Online registration for 2026–27 is now open for returning 10th–12th grade students. Register early to help secure preferred courses. Details + link are on the district website and in this week’s email.
La inscripción 2026–27 ya está abierta para estudiantes que regresan (10.º–12.º). Detalles y enlace en el sitio web del distrito y en el correo de esta semana.
Summer School 2026
Summer school is in-person at FAC, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM, Mon–Thu, and free. Students must see their counselor for course verification before registering. Dates/deadlines are in this week’s email.
Escuela de verano en FAC (8:00 AM–1:00 PM, lun–jue), gratis. Verificación con consejero(a) antes de inscribirse. Fechas y límites en el correo de esta semana.
Graduation Reminder 🎓
Graduation is Sat., May 16 at 3:30 PM at FAC Stadium. Graduates arrive by 2:30 PM (drop-off Door W9). 4 tickets per graduate (2 if moved indoors). Livestream available.
Graduación: sáb. 16 de mayo, 3:30 PM (Estadio FAC). Llegada 2:30 PM (Puerta W9). 4 boletos (2 si es bajo techo). Habrá transmisión en vivo.
Student Milestone Events 📌
📌 Junior Pinning – May 19: STEM 11:00 AM (Main Gym) | FAC 1:45 PM (Auditorium)
📌 Sophomore Halfcap – May 20: STEM 11:00 AM (Main Gym) | FAC 1:45 PM (Auditorium)
📌 Freshman Declaration – May 21: Tinley Park Convention Center, 6:00 PM (Doors 5:30 PM)
Pinning (19/may), Halfcap (20/may), Declaración de Freshmen (21/may) — horarios/ubicaciones arriba.
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As we close out Staff Appreciation Week and continue celebrating National Nurses Week, we want to take one more opportunity to say THANK YOU to the incredible team members across Rich Township High School District 227.
Your compassion, dedication, professionalism, and commitment to our students do not go unnoticed. From our classrooms and offices to our hallways, cafeterias, athletic facilities, health offices, and campuses districtwide, each of you helps create a culture focused on students and student success.
To our nurses, Ms. Alexander, Ms. Chapman, Ms. Hammock, Ms. Ruiz, and Ms. Stallworth, thank you for the care and support you provide every day.
To all staff members, thank you for the countless ways you positively impact our school community.
We appreciate you, and we are proud to celebrate all that you do for District 227.
#RichInPride #RichInPurpose #RichInExcellence #richinstudentsuccess


Weekly Updates | Actualizaciones Semanales
Click here to view the Raptor Rundown Weekly Update video: https://youtu.be/8Q23SEi-bOI
2026–27 Registration (Returning Students)
Online registration for 2026–27 is now open for returning 10th–12th grade students. Register early to help secure preferred courses. Details + link are on the district website and in this week’s email.
La inscripción 2026–27 ya está abierta para estudiantes que regresan (10.º–12.º). Detalles y enlace en el sitio web del distrito y en el correo de esta semana.
Summer School 2026
Summer school is in-person at FAC, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM, Mon–Thu, and free. Students must see their counselor for course verification before registering. Dates/deadlines are in this week’s email.
Escuela de verano en FAC (8:00 AM–1:00 PM, lun–jue), gratis. Verificación con consejero(a) antes de inscribirse. Fechas y límites en el correo de esta semana.
Graduation Reminder 🎓
Graduation is Sat., May 16 at 3:30 PM. Seniors—keep checking email for updates.
Graduación: sáb. 16 de mayo, 3:30 PM. Seniors: revisen su correo.
Student Milestone Events 📌
📌 Junior Pinning – May 19: STEM 11:00 AM (Main Gym) | FAC 1:45 PM (Auditorium)
📌 Sophomore Halfcap – May 20: STEM 11:00 AM (Main Gym) | FAC 1:45 PM (Auditorium)
📌 Freshman Declaration – May 21: Tinley Park Convention Center, 6:00 PM (Doors 5:30 PM)
Pinning (19/may), Halfcap (20/may), Declaración de Freshmen (21/may) — horarios/ubicaciones arriba.
#richinstudentsuccess

Senior Families: Please review these important Class of 2026 reminders!
May 8 is the last day for seniors and Check-Out Day. Seniors must return Chromebooks, clean out lockers, return books, and complete all final responsibilities.
The deadline for all class assignments, Edgenuity coursework, and American School transcripts, if applicable, is 3:20 p.m. on May 14.
Mandatory Graduation Practice will be held May 14 from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. in the FAC Gym. Students taking AP exams or final exams at Prairie State College must make arrangements with Mrs. Clark at lclark@rich227.org or Mrs. Wright at dwright@rich227.org.
Graduation is Saturday, May 16 at 3:30 p.m. at FAC Stadium. Graduates should arrive by 2:30 p.m. and be dropped off at Door W9, the Field House entrance. Guests are encouraged to arrive by 2:30 p.m.
No balloons or large signs will be allowed. Families may pick up their senior’s yard sign following the ceremony.
We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026! #richinstudentsuccess
Familias de estudiantes de último año: Por favor revisen estos recordatorios importantes para la Clase de 2026.
El 8 de mayo es el último día para estudiantes de último año y el Día de salida. Los estudiantes deben devolver sus Chromebooks, limpiar sus casilleros, devolver libros y completar todas sus responsabilidades finales.
La fecha límite para entregar todas las tareas, completar cursos de Edgenuity y entregar transcripciones de American School, si corresponde, es a las 3:20 p.m. el 14 de mayo.
La práctica obligatoria de graduación será el 14 de mayo de 9:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. en el Gimnasio FAC. Los estudiantes que estén tomando exámenes AP o exámenes finales en Prairie State College deben hacer arreglos con Mrs. Clark en lclark@rich227.org o Mrs. Wright en dwright@rich227.org.
La graduación será el sábado, 16 de mayo, a las 3:30 p.m. en el Estadio FAC. Los graduados deben llegar a las 2:30 p.m. y ser dejados en la Puerta W9, la entrada del Field House. Se anima a los invitados a llegar a las 2:30 p.m.
No se permitirán globos ni letreros grandes. Las familias podrán recoger el letrero de jardín de su estudiante después de la ceremonia.
¡Esperamos celebrar a la Clase de 2026! #richinstudentsuccess



Rich Township High School District 227 is proud to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of our students who recently competed at the state level. Seven students qualified for State through a qualifying exam, while two additional students competed in events that did not require qualification.
Our students represented Rich Township with excellence, determination, and pride across a variety of competitive areas, including health care, aviation, fashion design, customer service, and more. Several students earned impressive finishes, including Sean, who placed 4th in Fashion Design, Zeltzin, who placed 4th in Aviation Maintenance Technology, and Brenda, who placed 5th in Basic Health Care Skills.
A special congratulations goes to Brenda, whose strong performance qualified her for the National Competition in Atlanta.
We are incredibly proud of all of our students for their hard work, preparation, and commitment to excellence. Their success is another example of what it means to be #richinstudentsuccess.





Join us for the next PTSO Meeting Thursday, May 7 at 6:30PM at the District Office, 20550 S. Cicero Ave., Matteson, IL or online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9630893234?pwd=NvnhYODObosQjxcuArqbCFBGP8DPsx.1
Únase a nosotros para la próxima reunión del PTSO el jueves 7 de mayo a las 6:30 p. m. en la Oficina del Distrito, 20550 S. Cicero Ave., Matteson, IL, o en línea: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9630893234?pwd=NvnhYODObosQjxcuArqbCFBGP8DPsx.1


















Weekly Updates | Actualizaciones Semanales
Click here to view the Raptor Rundown Weekly Update video: https://youtu.be/XLvcnSu54lQ
Online registration for the 2026–27 school year is now open for returning 10th–12th grade students. Register early to help secure preferred courses.
La inscripción en línea para 2026–27 ya está abierta para estudiantes que regresan a los grados 10–12.
Summer School 2026 information is now available. Summer school will be held in person at the FAC Campus from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday–Thursday and is free for students.
La información sobre la Escuela de Verano 2026 ya está disponible. Será en persona en el Campus FAC y es gratis para los estudiantes.
AP exams are May 4–15, and IB exams are May 4–20. Students should review their schedules and arrive prepared.
Los exámenes AP serán del 4 al 15 de mayo, y los exámenes IB del 4 al 20 de mayo.
Dance Showcase: Tuesday, May 5 at 6:00 PM in the FAC Auditorium.
Presentación de Danza: martes, 5 de mayo a las 6:00 PM en el Auditorio FAC.
Class of 2026: Your last day is Friday, May 8, and Graduation is Saturday, May 16 at 3:30 PM.
Clase de 2026: Su último día es el viernes, 8 de mayo, y la Graduación es el sábado, 16 de mayo a las 3:30 PM.
More details are included in this week’s email message.
Más detalles están incluidos en el correo electrónico de esta semana.
#richinstudentsuccess

Join us for Rich Township High School District 227’s upcoming Town Hall Meeting on Monday, May 4, from 6:00 PM–8:00 PM at the District Office, located at 20550 S. Cicero Ave., Matteson, IL.
All families, staff, students, and community members are invited to attend, hear district updates, ask questions, and stay connected with the work happening across District 227.
We look forward to seeing you there!
#richinstudentsuccess

Students were celebrated for their contributions in several areas, including CTE Ambassadors leading campus tours, Student Agency members meeting with Dr. Thomas to share insight on school culture and climate, and other students who continue to represent Rich Township with pride, service, and excellence.
We are proud of these student leaders and grateful for the way they use their voices, talents, and commitment to help make Rich Township stronger.
#richinstudentsuccess





