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Dear Rich Township Families,

We are excited to share this week’s updates with you as we continue building memories and celebrating together as a community.

Watch the update video here

Grandparents & Special Senior Citizens’ Day
Please join us on Friday, September 12, 2025, from 9:00–10:45 AM at both our STEM Campus in Olympia Fields and FAC Campus in Richton Park. This annual event is a chance to honor our grandparents and senior community members with food, games, line dancing, and music. We look forward to welcoming these important figures into our school family!

Volante para el Día de los Abuelos y Ciudadanos Mayores Especiales de Rich Township High School. Detalles del evento: viernes, 12 de septiembre de 2025, de 9:00 a 10:45 AM en el campus STEM (Olympia Fields) y FAC (Richton Park). Incluye íconos de comida, música y baile.

Homecoming 2025 – Alice in Wonderland
Mark your calendars—our Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 7–10 PM at the STEM Campus. This year’s theme is Alice in Wonderland, and it promises to be a magical evening filled with fun and celebration. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online between September 15–19. Please note: this is a formal event—no denim or gym shoes will be permitted.

Volante para el Baile de Homecoming 2025 de Rich Township High School con tema de Alicia en el País de las Maravillas. Presenta a Alicia, el Gato de Cheshire, el Sombrerero Loco, el Conejo Blanco y la Reina de Corazones frente a un libro abierto. Detalles del evento: sábado, 20 de septiembre de 2025, de 7 a 10 PM en el gimnasio del campus STEM. Boletos $20, compra en línea del 15 al 19 de septiembre. Código de vestimenta: atuendo formal, sin mezclilla ni tenis. Los invitados deben ser aprobados. No se permite reingreso.

Homecoming Spirit Week
We’re also gearing up for Spirit Week, and we can’t wait to see everyone’s creativity and school pride:

Monday – Celebrity/Famous Character Day
Tuesday – Emo Day
Wednesday – White Lie T-Shirt Day
Thursday – Country vs. Country Club Day
Friday – Class Color Day (Freshmen wear white, Sophomores wear gray, Juniors wear red, Seniors wear black)

Volante para la Spirit Week de Rich Township High School, del 15 al 19 de septiembre de 2025. Lista de temas diarios: lunes – Día de Celebridad/Personaje Famoso, martes – Día Emo, miércoles – Camiseta de Mentira Blanca, jueves – Día de Campo vs. Club de Campo, viernes – Día de Colores por Clase (Freshmen: Blanco, Sophomores: Gris, Juniors: Rojo, Seniors: Negro).

Hispanic Heritage Month
Rich Township is proud to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 through October 15. This month provides an opportunity to honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Our district will highlight events and activities that recognize and uplift the voices of our Hispanic community members throughout the month.

Gráfico con colores brillantes y patrones culturales celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre de 2025. Incluye texto: “Celebrando las historias, culturas y contribuciones de los hispanos y latinos en Estados Unidos.

We’ll celebrate accomplishments, showcase Raptor pride, and keep you connected through our weekly video updates.

#RaptorPride #RichInStudentSuccess #RaptorReady

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