Rich Township High School District 227

Richie the Raptor was making new friends as the RTHS MER team proudly represented at the opening ceremony in Dallas, TX! Spirits were high as our team joined fellow innovators from around the world to kick off an exciting weekend of robotics competition!

2 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Join us for the PTSO Meeting Thursday, May 8th at 6:30PM at the District Office, 20550 S. Cicero Ave., Matteson, IL or online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9630893234?pwd=NvnhYODObosQjxcuArqbCFBGP8DPsx.1

2 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Join us for the PTSO Meeting Thursday, April 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

Students participated in Law Day, engaging with judges, lawyers and other legal careers to learn more about the legal system and the importance of the rule of law. The event offered a unique opportunity for students to ask questions, gain insights into legal careers.

2 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Join us for Lupus Awareness Week May 5-9! 💜 Donate for a Hershey’s Bar & win gift cards, meet Lupus Society guests, & wear purple Friday for a FREE cookie! Let’s raise awareness together!

2 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

IncubatorEDU class had the opportunity to present their innovative business ideas in front of a panel of mentors. The session offered valuable feedback & insights, giving students a real-world perspective on what it takes to start and run a successful business. inspiring moment

2 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Today in Anatomy and Physiology, students conducted a mink dissection to explore mammalian anatomy firsthand. This hands-on experience allowed for a closer look at organ systems, muscle structure, and body organization, enhancing understanding of comparative anatomy and functions

2 months ago, Tammy Gunby

📣 Welcome Our Newly Elected Board Members! 🗳️ Rich Township High School District 227 proudly welcomes our newly elected Board of Education members: Mia Carter, Tiffany Taylor, Cheryl Coleman & Andre Allen. We look forward to their leadership, vision, and commitment to student success. 🙏 A Special Thank You to Janice Preston After 8 years of dedicated service, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Janice Preston for her unwavering support, advocacy, and leadership on behalf of our students, staff, and families. Your impact will be felt for years to come.

2 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

🙏 A Special Thank You to Janice Preston After 8 years of dedicated service, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Janice Preston for her unwavering support, advocacy, and leadership on behalf of our students, staff, and families. Your impact will be felt for years to come

Rich Township High School District 227 proudly welcomes our newly elected Board of Education members: Mia Carter, Tiffany Taylor, Cheryl Coleman & Andre Allen. We look forward to their leadership, vision, and commitment to student success.

Today’s Focus: Sustained Excellence Reflections to Guide Your Journey How do you measure the impact you have on others? If true significance is found in helping others, what’s one thing you can do today to live that out? #richinstudentsuccess

2 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Sustained Excellence "Significance lies on the path of helping others and making the world better." – John Maxwell, Inspiring Author and Speaker Reflections to Guide Your Journey How do you measure the impact you have on others? If true significance is found in helping others, what’s one thing you can do today to live that out? Who has helped shape your path, and how will you pay that forward?

Learn more about important upcoming information. Please read the following communication in its entirety. https://www.rich227.org/page/superintendents-message Click here to watch this week's Superintendent Update: https://youtu.be/9SJLTdBCajA *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.

2 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Dear Rich Township Families, We are excited to offer our 2025 Summer School program—completely FREE and in-person at the STEM Campus (3600 W 203rd St, Olympia Fields, IL)! Classes will run Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. 🗓️ Session Dates: • Session 1: June 2 – June 23 (No school on June 19) • Session 2: June 25 – July 16 (No school on July 3 & 4) 🎓 Course Offerings: Recovery courses in English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and more—as well as enrichment opportunities in Driver’s Ed, Spanish 1, Geometry Honors, and AI Animation Studio! Special intensive programs are available for current juniors and seniors who need to meet graduation or promotion requirements (counselor recommendation required). 📅 Important Registration Deadlines: • 1st Session: Friday, May 23, 2025 • 2nd Session: Monday, June 23, 2025 🎉 A Summer Graduation Ceremony will be held on July 17, 2025. 🔗 To register or learn more, click here. Let’s keep the learning going this summer!

2 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

RTHS culinary students showcased their skills by preparing appetizers for the swearing-in ceremony of the Colin Powell Board. Their creative dishes impressed attendees, adding a flavorful touch to this significant event.

3 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Today’s Focus: Resilience Reflections to Guide Your Journey Where have you failed recently and how did you respond? In what ways can you share your vulnerability to build trust with your colleagues? How can you start today to ‘fail forward’ when you mess up, or make mistakes?

3 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Teams Reflections to Guide Your Journey What are three qualities you look for in a team? If you had a team member who was not engaged, how would you try to get them more involved? How can you ensure your team is moving in the same direction? #richinstudentsuccess

3 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Teams “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” – Henry Ford, Automobile Pioneer and Industrial Innovator. Reflections to Guide Your Journey What are three qualities you look for in a team? If you had a team member who was not engaged, how would you try to get them more involved? How can you ensure your team is moving in the same direction?

Let’s show our Raptor pride by supporting one of our own! Please take a moment to vote for Sherrie Emmons for Illinois Track & Field Athlete of the Week! This past weekend, our outstanding Senior Track & Field athlete delivered an incredible performance at Carl Sandburg High School. Sherrie showcased her talent by: Jumping 20'1.25" in the Long Jump (ILLINOIS #1, USA #18) Clearing 5'7.75" in the High Jump (ILLINOIS #1) Winning the 200m dash at the Bill O'Donovan Eagle Classic Her hard work, dedication, and record-breaking performances have earned her a nomination for Illinois Girls Performer of the Week! 🔗 Cast your vote here: https://il.milesplit.com/articles/364468/vote-il-girls-performer-of-the-week-april-21-27 Thank you for supporting Sherrie and representing Rich Township with pride! Go Raptors!

3 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Culture Reflections to Guide Your Journey What qualities make a place beautiful? Who can you encourage today? How can you help create a positive environment in the workplace? #richinstudentsuccess

3 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Culture “Some people look for a beautiful place. Others make a place beautiful.” – Hazrat Inayat Khan, Indian Professor and Philosopher. Reflections to Guide Your Journey What qualities make a place beautiful? Who can you encourage today? How can you help create a positive environment in the workplace?

Congratulations to the Lady Raptors Flag Football Team on their big win yesterday against Joliet, with a final score of 50-29! The team showed incredible skill and teamwork at Soldier Field. A strong start to the Flag Football Summer League — keep the momentum going, Raptors!

3 months ago, Tammy Gunby

Today’s Focus: Talent Reflections to Guide Your Journey When has courage helped you unlock or showcase your true talent? What fear is currently holding you back from fully using your abilities? #richinstudentsuccess

3 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Talent “Courage is the first of human qualities because it is the quality which guarantees the others.” – Aristotle Reflections to Guide Your Journey When has courage helped you unlock or showcase your true talent? What fear is currently holding you back from fully using your abilities? How can you build more courage in your daily life to strengthen your other skills?

Learn more about important upcoming information. Please read the following communication in its entirety. https://www.rich227.org/page/superintendents-message Click here to watch this week's Superintendent Update: https://youtu.be/QCHuXj8Z2wg *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.

3 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Teams Reflections to Guide Your Journey What have you been talking about, but haven’t started? How can this mentality change your life? How can you encourage others to get started on what they want to accomplish? #richinstudentsuccess

3 months ago, Matthew Shank

Today’s Focus: Culture Reflections to Guide Your Journey What is a culture that you are apart of? How did that culture get to where it is today? How can you continue to impact this culture in a positive way? #richinstudentsuccess

3 months ago, Rich Township High School District 227

Today’s Focus: Culture “Culture is built 30 seconds at a time.” – Joe Sanfelippo, Education Leader and Culture Builder. Reflections to Guide Your Journey What is a culture that you are apart of? How did that culture get to where it is today? How can you continue to impact this culture in a positive way?