Rich Township High School District 227

Join us for Back to School Night, where you'll get a chance to meet teachers, explore the curriculum, and learn about the exciting plans for the school year ahead. This is a great opportunity to connect with the school community. We look forward to seeing you there!"

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Looking to earn community service hours? We need volunteers for the upcoming 5K Walk & Art Fair in Park Forest! Help us set up, guide participant and make this event a success. It’s a great way to give back, and meet new people. Sign up now to make a difference in our community!

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Today’s Focus: Teams Reflections How can you foster a sense of unity and shared purpose within your team? How will you ensure that leadership decisions reflect your team’s collective goals and values? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Teams “A successful team beats with one heart.” – Sarah-Jane Redmond, British Acting Coach. Reflections to Guide Your Journey How can you foster a sense of unity and shared purpose within your team? What methods can you employ to improve the team’s level of collaboration? How will you ensure that leadership decisions reflect your team’s collective goals and values?

Today’s Focus: Culture Reflections How do you communicate the value of greatness to your team so that it becomes a core part of the organizational culture? What role does feedback play in developing and sustaining a culture of greatness? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Culture “A culture of greatness doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when a leader expects greatness and each person in the organization builds it, lives it, values it, reinforces it and fights for it.”- Jon Gordon, Author, Motivational Speaker, Leadership Coach. Reflections to Guide Your Journey How do you communicate the value of greatness to your team so that it becomes a core part of the organizational culture? What role does feedback play in developing and sustaining a culture of greatness? As a leader, how will you celebrate and recognize the greatness that your team members demonstrate?

📢 Reminder: Late Start Wednesday begins tomorrow, August 14, 2024! Classes start at 9:25 AM. Bus riders, please check the LSW schedule here: https://www.rich227.org/page/general-transportation

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

🏈🏐 Get ready, Raptors! Week 1 is here! 🏀⚽ Check out our full athletic schedule. For more information please visit our Athletic and Activity page: https://www.rich227.org/page/rths-athletics-activities Go Raptors! 🎉 #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Week 1 Athletic schedule: Below is each team and their practice times and locations: Football: 3:45 pm 6:45 pm M-F at FAC Campus & 9:00 am 1:00 pm Sat at FAC Campus Flag Football: 4:00 pm 6:45 pm M-F at FAC Campus & 10:00 am 1:00 pm Sat at FAC Campus Boys Cross Country: 3:45 pm 5:45 pm M-F at FAC Campus Girls Cross Country: 3:45 pm 5:55 pm M-F at FAC Campus Boys Golf: 3:45 pm 4:40 pm M at FAC Campus & 3:45 pm 5:45 pm Tu-Th at Deer Creek Girls Volleyball: 3:45 pm 6:30 pm M-F at FAC Campus Boys Soccer: 3:45 pm 6:30 pm M-F at FAC Campus Poms: 4:00 pm 6:00 pm M-F at FAC Campus Cheer: 4:00 pm 6:00 pm Tu-Th at STEM Campus Girls Tennis: 4:00 pm 4:40 pm Tu at FAC Campus & 4:00 pm 4:40 pm Wed at STEM Campus Girls Golf: 3:45 pm 4:45 pm M-Tu at STEM Campus & 3:45 pm 5:45 pm W-Th at Deer Creek For more information, please visit the Athletic and Activity page, https://www.rich227.org/page/rths-athletics-activities

Today’s Focus: Talent Reflections to Guide Your Journey What fears are currently holding you back from pursuing your dreams? How can you shift your mindset to view failure as a learning opportunity rather than something to be feared? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Talent “Fear kills more dreams than failure ever will.” – Jason Van Camp, Author and Motivational Speaker. Reflections to Guide Your Journey What fears are currently holding you back from pursuing your dreams? How can you shift your mindset to view failure as a learning opportunity rather than something to be feared? How can setting smaller, manageable goals help you overcome the fear associated with pursuing larger dreams?

Excitement is in the air as we welcome our new freshmen to Rich Township High School! Today marks the start of their incredible journey toward success. Let's make it a year to remember! 💪🎓 #FreshmenFirstDay #RichInStudentSuccess

9 months ago, Matthew Shank

9 months ago, Matthew Shank

Today’s Focus: Sustained Excellence Reflections to Guide Your Journey What skills are crucial in your field, and how much effort are you putting towards mastering them? How do you stay motivated to continuously refine and improve your daily habits? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Sustained Excellence “Get the fundamentals down, and the level of everything will rise.” – Michael Jordan, Basketball Icon & Six-Time NBA Champion. Reflections to Guide Your Journey What skills or principles are crucial in your field, and how much effort are you putting towards mastering them? How do you stay motivated to continuously refine and improve your daily habits? How will you ensure that your focus on fundamentals does not limit your exploration of innovation?

Today’s Focus: Growth Reflections to Guide Your Journey What role does resilience play in your journey toward achieving success? What is one failure that taught you a valuable lesson on your path to success? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Growth “Have you ever met a successful person who never failed? Of course not! Because we learn from our mistakes on the road to success.” – John C. Maxwell, Leadership Expert, Author, Motivational Speaker. Reflections to Guide Your Journey What role does resilience play in your journey toward achieving success? What is one failure that taught you a valuable lesson on your path to success? How can you build a mindset that embraces failure as an essential part of the success process?

Learn more about important information regarding the Freshmen First Day, Clubs & Activities, 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/lmUEFHq2PIs *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

Dear Rich Township Families, As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we’re excited to welcome both new and returning students to Rich Township High School District 227. We have a series of important updates to share to ensure a smooth start for everyone. 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 Freshmen Welcome Day We are thrilled to welcome the Class of 2028! Freshmen Welcome Day is scheduled for Friday, August 9th. This is a fantastic opportunity for our new students to familiarize themselves with their new environment, meet their peers, and begin their high school journey with confidence. Arrive at your campus by 7:30 am and students will be dismissed at 3:20 pm Be prepared for: • Building Tour • Find Your Locker • Receive Your Chromebook • Receive Your Class Schedule • Meet Your Teachers and Counselor Breakfast and lunch will be served Click Here For Bus Route Information Returning Students' First Day For our returning students, we look forward to seeing you back on Monday, August 12th. We hope you are as excited as we are to dive into a new school year filled with opportunities and growth. Website Updates We’ve recently updated our website to enhance your browsing experience. To help you navigate the new features, we have created a series of navigation videos. Please take a moment to review these videos to ensure you can easily access all the information you need. Part 1 Part 2 Club and Activity Participation Participation in clubs and activities is an important part of your student’s high school experience and meeting graduation requirements. If your student is interested in joining a club or activity, please visit our website or contact Assistant Principals Mr. Diversey at the FAC campus or Ms. Williams at the STEM campus for assistance. Click here for our Athletic & Activity Webpage Transportation Information For those utilizing our Raptor bus services, please monitor the transportation webpage for any updates or changes. Staying informed will help ensure a smooth start to the school year. Click Here For Bus Route Information Registration Information If you still need to complete your registration, please visit the District Office today, August 8th, from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM. After today, appointments can be scheduled through the conference links available on our registration webpage. Returning Students New/Transfer Students 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

Today’s Focus: Teams Reflections to Guide Your Journey Who do you partner with that inspires and motivates you? How do they reach you in this manner? How can your group/organization change the world? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Teams “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead, American Cultural Anthropologist Reflections to Guide Your Journey Who do you partner with that inspires and motivates you? How do they reach you in this manner? Thinking of those you work with, who needs your support to become motivated? How will you inspire them today? How can your group/organization change the world?

Class of 2028 First Day: Friday, August 9, 2024! Arrive at your campus by 7:30 am for a fun-filled day: building tour, finding lockers, receiving Chromebooks and schedules, meeting teachers, and enjoying breakfast & lunch Let's make this year amazing!

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Class of 2028 First Day. Arrive at your campus by 7:30 am 1st Day of School will Include: Building Tour Find Your Locker Receive Your Chromebook Receive Your Class Schedule Meet Your Teachers and Counselor Breakfast and lunch will be served Students will be dismissed at 3:20 pm For Bus Route Information Visit www.Rich227.org

Today’s Focus: Culture Reflections to Guide Your Journey How have you been selling yourself short lately? What could you achieve if you believe in yourself regardless of what other people think? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Culture “Love yourself, respect yourself. Never sell yourself short. You can accomplish anything, absolutely anything, if you set your mind to it.” – Marcus Allen, American Football Player Reflections to Guide Your Journey How have you been selling yourself short lately? What could you achieve if you believe in yourself regardless of what other people think? Think of one thing you’re going to set your mind to to accomplish today!

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Talent Reflections to Guide Your Journey What childhood dreams or interests have resurfaced as passions in your life now? How does pursuing your passion fit into your daily life? What legacy do you wish to leave behind? #richinstudentsuccess

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Talent “Life is too short not to pursue your passion with everything you got.” – Jon Gruden, Innovative, Football Coach and European League’s Milano Seamen Advisor Reflections to Guide Your Journey What childhood dreams or interests have resurfaced as passions in your life now? How does pursuing your passion fit into your daily life? What legacy do you wish to leave behind by following your passion, and how can you begin building that legacy today?

Greetings Raptor Bus Riders: The 2024-2025 bus routes have been posted to our transportation page. Please use the following link to access those routes and more information regarding riding the bus. https://www.rich227.org/page/general-transportation

9 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

The 2024-2025 Bus Routes have been posted to our Transportation page: https://www.rich227.org/page/general-transportation

Not yet registered? Late registration will be Aug. 6 and Aug. 8. at our District office from 3:30pm to 7:00pm. Bring all documents needed, expect lines, new and transfer students MUST register in person.

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Rich Township welcomed 17 new teachers today with a comprehensive orientation designed to equip them with the tools and knowledge for a successful start to the school year. Welcome to our newest Raptors!

9 months ago, Tammy Gunby