
NIU, Southland, and RTHS jazz bands united for an unforgettable evening of music, featuring a dynamic performance.The event showcased the talents of all, while offering a unique opportunity for students to collaborate, learn, and inspire one another through the power of jazz.





Huge congratulations to Coach Adams on being named a 2025 IBCA Coach of the Year! Your leadership, hard work, and impact on our student-athletes continue to inspire us all. We’re proud to have you represent Rich Township!



Today’s Focus: Culture
Reflections to Guide Your Journey
Reflect on your team’s culture, and think of three words to describe it.
What is the standard of discipline upheld in your organization?
#richinstudentsuccess


This past weekend, our MER club competed at an Aerial Drone Competition in Kokomo, IN. Our 60466X team won the Judges' Award, our 60466A team won the Communications Mission Champion, and our 60466C team won the Airmanship Award. All three of these teams, made it to the semi-finals


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


The Performing Arts Collective proudly presents
Dream Girls
Thursday, April 10th, Friday, April 11th, and Saturday, April 12th, all performances start at 6:30 PM.
Doors open at 6:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased online.
(If shows are not sold out, a limited number of tickets will be sold at the door)
Thursday Performance (limited tickets): https://gofan.co/event/3524122?schoolId=IL86772
Friday Performance: https://gofan.co/event/3524113?schoolId=IL86772
Saturday Performance: https://gofan.co/event/3524124?schoolId=IL86772


Today’s Focus: Talent
Reflections to Guide Your Journey
How does the way you talk to yourself influence your confidence in your talents?
In what ways can you separate external validation from your true worth?
#richinstudentsuccess


Today’s Focus: Sustained Excellence
Reflections to Guide Your Journey
When reflecting on the best team of which you have been a part, what common talents did you all possess?
What can you do to help discover and grow talents in others?
#richinstudentsuccess


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/wAzIdfnuEWM
*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.


🔬💧Innovation in Action!💧🔬 Ms. Yvonne Lavin’s students put science to the test! Inspired by MIT News, they explored ferrofluid as a way to remove oil from freshwater & oceans. With expert support, they tested Texas crude, bunker oil & more—next stop: a prototype! 🚀🌎 #STEM #FutureEngineers #WaterQuality




Dear Rich Township Stakeholders,
We’re excited to announce that enrollment is now open for the Little Raptors Early Learning Center Preschool, proudly hosted by Rich Township District 227 and open to all communities!
Our program offers a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children ages 3 to 5. Please see the flyer below for details.
📍 Location: Rich Township High School District 227
📅 Program Dates: August – May
🕖 Hours: Monday through Friday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
💵 Cost: $70 per week
🧻 Note: Preschoolers must be fully potty trained.
For questions or to begin enrollment, contact us at (708) 659-3570.
We’ve attached a flyer with more information. Please help us spread the word throughout the community. We’re looking forward to welcoming our newest Little Raptors!


🎉👏 Congrats to Ms. Jessica Biernacki!👏🎉 She has officially graduated from the Illinois Agricultural Leadership Program (IALP)! 🌱🚜 Her dedication to agricultural education & leadership is inspiring. Way to go, Ms. Biernacki! 🎓🌾 #AgLeadership #Congrats #FutureOfAg


🎉 Congratulations to the 2025 RTHS Snowball Staff for an amazing weekend! ❄️ Teen Staff: Savannah Berwanger, Mya Terry, Aniylah Cole, Ashanti Davis, Terrence Ross, and Miguel Dixon. Adult Staff: Talea Hughes, Sherri Southall, Rasheena White-Ogundipe, Danielle Baker, Ava Britten, Mustafa AbdulRahman, Dana Burns, Eddie Driver, Mark Kolkman, Christina Soldan, Jamie Hall, George Robinson, and Kelly Stadter. #Snowball2025

The freshman class came together to volunteer at Feed My Starving Children, packing nutritious meals for children in need around the world. Their collective efforts helped make a meaningful impact, fostering a sense of community while supporting a cause that provides hope.





Student Spotlight: Sharyia Sharp joined RTHS Art Club this semester and has blossomed as both an artist and in confidence! 🖌️ She placed in all three recent mini-contests, winning one! Always smiling & eager to learn—keep shining, Sharyia! 🌟#StudentSpotlight #ArtClub


This past Tuesday, the male mentoring group visited the DuSable Museum for an enriching experience. The trip offered a chance to explore African American history and culture through inspiring exhibits. It was a powerful opportunity for the group to learn, reflect, and bond.





Today’s Focus: Growth
Reflections to Guide Your Journey
How does listening help transform knowledge into actionable wisdom in your life?
When was a time that listening deeply led to a breakthrough or meaningful insight?
#richinstudentsuccess


Rich Township Alumni Spotlight: Alexis Mathews
We were honored to welcome back Rich Township alumna Alexis Mathews, anchor for WLKY, a CBS affiliate in Louisville, Kentucky! Alexis took the time to tour our Broadcast Room and share her experiences and expertise with our Broadcast Club students.
Her visit was an inspiring reminder of the strong legacy of Rich Township and the power of alumni giving back through leadership and mentorship. We are incredibly grateful for her guidance and support in helping shape the next generation of broadcasters!
#RichTownshipProud #AlumniGivingBack #BroadcastClub #richinstudentsuccess




Today’s Focus: Teams
Reflections to Guide Your Journey
When has caring deeply fueled your relentless effort?
What cause or mission drives your strongest effort today?
How does caring transform effort into impact?
#richinstudentsuccess


Discover Youth Opportunities This Spring!
Congresswoman Robin Kelly invites you and your family to the Youth Opportunities Fair on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 11AM to 2PM at Hillcrest High School (17401 S. Pulaski Rd., Country Club Hills, IL).
This exciting event is open to all ages and features a wide range of exhibitors offering summer jobs, internships, and community involvement opportunities. Meet with organizations like UPS, Forest Preserves of Cook County, PACE, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and many more!
Learn more and register at: https://tinyurl.com/youthopportunitiesfair
For questions, contact Mia Carter at mia.carter@mail.house.gov.
