Rich Township High School District 227

Raptor Pink Out football game as we tackle breast cancer awareness! Together, we’ll raise awareness, show solidarity, and honor those affected by this disease. Don't you just love Richie showing support with a HOPE shirt!

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Exciting day at the Rich Township College and Career Fair! Our students explored college admissions, scholarships, and career paths. Huge thanks to our community partners for their support in preparing our students for success! #CollegeFair #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rashad King

college and career fair at Rich Township FAC campus

Today’s Focus: Sustained Excellence Reflections to Guide Your Journey How has perfectionism plagued your success? Who taught you what it means to be successful? To ‘do the right thing’, what changes do you need to make in your life? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Sustained Excellence “You can become successful with less discipline than you think, for one simple reason: success is about doing the right thing, not about doing everything right.” – Gary Keller, American Entrepreneur. Reflections to Guide Your Journey How has perfectionism plagued your success? Who taught you what it means to be successful? To ‘do the right thing’, what changes do you need to make in your life?

FOOD DRIVE to benefit the Rich 227 & Rich Township Food Pantries. Join the RTHS Key Club & Food Service Department. October 14-October 31. Special requests include cereal, soup, pancake mix, & syrup. Donations can be dropped off at the School Food Pantry.

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Learn more about important information regarding Upcoming Assessments, Parent-Teacher Conferences, and more. Please read the following communication in its entirety for additional updates. https://www.rich227.org/page/superintendents-message Click here to watch this week's Superintendent Update: https://youtu.be/5453FdGnZOU *Para obtener una copia traducida del mensaje semanal del Superintendente, visite nuestro sitio web y seleccione el idioma preferido de las opciones ubicadas arriba a la izquierda de la página.

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

October 11, 2024 Dear Rich Township Families, This week brings several important opportunities for your students, including the Digital Fall Pre ACT for Grades 9-11 on October 16th, the PSAT-NMSQT for interested sophomores and juniors, Parent University on October 19th, and upcoming Underclassman pictures. Please review the details in this update to stay informed about testing, parent events, and picture days. We encourage you to reach out with any questions and take advantage of these resources to support your child’s success. Para obtener una copia traducida del mensaje semanal del Superintendente, visite nuestro sitio web y seleccione el idioma preferido de las opciones ubicadas arriba a la izquierda de la página. Click here for the Weekly Update Video Pre ACT and Pre ACT 8/9 (Grades 9-11) On Wednesday, October 16, 2024, students in Grades 9-11 will take the Digital Fall Pre ACT. This three-hour assessment provides valuable insights on predicted ACT scores and identifies areas for improvement before the spring 2025 ACT. • Late Start: Testing begins at 9:25 AM, with the school day concluding at 3:20 PM. • There will be no make-up for this assessment. • Students must bring a charged Chromebook. • Seniors will participate in senior sessions. For questions regarding state assessments, reach out to your child's counselor. For accommodations, please contact your child’s case manager. General inquiries can be directed to your campus Associate Principals of Educational Services: • FAC Campus: Linnea Garrett (lgarrett@rich227.org) • STEM Campus: Paulette Grissett (pgrissett@rich227.org) PSAT-NMSQT Opportunity for Sophomores and Juniors Rich Township High School will offer the PSAT-NMSQT to interested 10th and 11th graders on Thursday, October 24, 2024. This is a one-time opportunity with no make-up available. Juniors who take this assessment and meet program entry requirements will be eligible for the National Merit Scholarship Program, an academic competition for scholarships and recognition. Additionally, students will be able to: • Track progress from previous assessments (PSAT 8/9 or PSAT 10). • Receive personalized AP course recommendations. • Access customized career and college planning resources through Big Future. Parent University Our first Parent University is right around the corner. #BeRaptorReady, will be taking place on Saturday, October 19th, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the STEM Campus. This event offers valuable sessions on topics like Raptor Ready Criteria, Post-Secondary Planning, Freshman Academy, and Academy Programming. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and help your student succeed! For more information, please contact Paulette Grissett, Associate Principal of Educational Services at the STEM Campus. Click here to register Underclassman Pictures Underclassman pictures for grades 9 through 11 are coming up! Photos will take place during students' PE classes at the FAC campus on October 21st and at the STEM campus on October 30th. Families can order pictures online at mylifetouch.com using the following codes: FAC campus - EVTJCBNG7 STEM campus - EVTZZHTMS If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Bjork at jbjork@rich227.org. Parent-Teacher Conferences Parent-Teacher Conferences are approaching and will be held at both campuses on Thursday, October 24th, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, and Friday, October 25th, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Please note that students will not be in session on Friday. For more information, please contact the Associate Principals of Educational Services: Linnea Garrett at lgarrett@rich227.org for the FAC campus and Paulette Grissett at pgrissett@rich227.org for the STEM campus. You may also follow us on social media: ● Facebook: @District227 ● Twitter: @DrJohnnieThomas @richtownshiphs ● Instagram: @district227_ ● Superintendent's Message on our district website: https://www.rich227.org/page/superintendents-message Your continued support of Rich Township High School District 227 is appreciated and vital to ensure student success. Respectfully, Dr. Johnnie Thomas Superintendent

As a reminder there is no school on Monday, Oct. 14th in recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day! Let's take this time to honor and celebrate the history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous communities.

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today's Focus: Growth Reflections to Guide Your Journey How can focusing on yourself impact your overall happiness? What personal growth goals could you set for yourself today? How will you replace judgment of others with self-reflection? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Matthew Shank

Join us for a Financial Aid Workshop on Oct. 23 at FAC 6pm in the media center! Whether you're new to the process or looking to maximize your aid, this session will cover everything from FAFSA applications to scholarships. Don't miss this opportunity to get expert guidance.

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Join us for the PTSO Meeting tonight at 6:30PM at the District Office, 20550 S. Cicero Ave., Matteson, IL or online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9630893234?pwd=NvnhYODObosQjxcuArqbCFBGP8DPsx.1

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

RTHS educators recently participated in an inspiring workshop led by Elena Aguilar , the author of “Arise: The Art Of Transformational Coaching”. This engaging session focused on enhancing the skills of coaching for our administration and teacher mentors, empowering us to collaborate more effectively and provide our students with the exceptional education they truly deserve!

9 months ago, Rashad King

RTHS educators collaborating on coaching

Join us in the fight against breast cancer & mental illness by participating in a RTHS Charity Walk. FAC & STEM Track 9:25 am-11:00am Students participating will earn service learning hours. All donations collected will be distributed to American Cancer Society & NAMI.

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Attention students! College visits to EIU, NIU, and Loyola University are just around the corner! These visits are a great opportunity to explore campuses, meet admissions reps, and get a feel for college life. See Mr. Jean or Ms. Scott for more info.

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Today’s Focus: Teams Reflections to Guide Your Journey How do you encourage your team to work together, especially when challenges arise? In what ways does working together help you achieve more than you could on your own? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Teams “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller, Author, Activist and Educator. Reflections to Guide Your Journey How do you encourage your team to work together, especially when challenges arise? In what ways does working together help you achieve more than you could on your own? How will you help others understand the power of unity in achieving big results?

Today’s Focus: Culture Reflections to Guide Your Journey How do you celebrate the diverse experiences and backgrounds of your team members? How do you ensure that everyone on the team feels their background and beliefs are valued? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Culture “We are the sum of our experiences, our upbringings, our environments and our belief systems. Which mean we are all very different. This should be celebrated, because there is strength in our diversity.” – Damon West, Speaker and Successful Author. Reflections to Guide Your Journey How do you celebrate the diverse experiences and backgrounds of your team members? How do you ensure that everyone on the team feels their background and beliefs are valued? How will diversity drive innovation and creativity in your team?

Tonight our girls' volleyball team hosts Breast Cancer Night! The players wore pink jerseys to raise awareness and show support for those affected by breast cancer.

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Little Raptors Early Learning Center Open House and Registration. Friday, Oct. 25 from 9am to 12pm. Rich Township Stem Campus 3600 W 203rd St. Olympia Fields. Kids ages 3 to 5 yrs old who are potty trained.

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Mark your calendars! Underclassmen yearbook pictures are approaching. FAC 9th-11th grade are Oct. 21, STEM are Oct. 30th, both campus are during PE classes. Order at mylifetouch.com. FAC code EVTJCBNG7, STEM EVTZZHTMS. Questions email:jbjork@rich227.org

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Today’s Focus: Talent Reflections to Guide Your Journey What lessons have you learned from attempts that didn’t work out as planned? In what ways can you challenge yourself to try new things, even if success isn’t guaranteed? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Talent “I can accept failure, but I can’t accept not trying.” – Michael Jordan, National Champion, Olympic Gold Medal & Hall of Fame, NCAA & NBA. Reflections to Guide Your Journey What lessons have you learned from attempts that didn’t work out as planned? In what ways can you challenge yourself to try new things, even if success isn’t guaranteed? How will you encourage others around you to keep trying, even when they face setbacks?

Join us for the PTSO Meeting Thursday, October 10th at 6:30PM at the District Office, 20550 S. Cicero Ave., Matteson, IL or online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9630893234?pwd=NvnhYODObosQjxcuArqbCFBGP8DPsx.1

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

The NACAC National College Fair at Navy Pier was a fantastic way for Rich Township students to explore college options, meet admissions representatives, and gather information on different programs.

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby