Superintendent's Message
Superintendent's Message
Office of the Superintendent
Dear Raptor Families,
Please see the important updates below:
Monday, October 13 — No School (Columbus Day)
Tuesday, October 14 — Parent-Teacher Conferences (11:00 AM–7:00 PM)
Locations: FAC and STEM Campuses and the Transition Center
Please note there will be a staff break from 3:00–4:00 PM.
Families may attend in-person without signing up, or schedule a virtual conference using the link below:
RTHS Virtual Parent Teacher Conference Sign Up Links
Thursday, October 16 — Pre-ACT (Grades 9–11) & Senior Activities
• Students must bring a fully charged school-issued device
• Arrive on time (no make-up test)
• Rest well and eat breakfast
Saturday, October 18 — Annual Raptor Rumble Band Competition (2:00 PM)
Join us at the FAC Campus Stadium for an exciting afternoon of music and school spirit!
Monday, October 20 — Yearbook Picture Day (Grades 9–11)
📸 During PE classes
Families can order online at mylifetouch.com using the following Picture Day IDs:
• FAC: EVTV33SX4
• STEM: EVTDMXF6J
📅 Senior Picture Days:
• January 29 (FAC)
• February 5 (STEM)
For questions, contact jbjork@rich227.org.
Estimadas familias Raptor:
A continuación, las actualizaciones importantes:
Lunes, 13 de octubre — No hay clases (Día de la Raza/Columbus Day)
Martes, 14 de octubre — Conferencias (11:00 AM–7:00 PM)
Lugares: Campus FAC y STEM y el Centro de Transición
Pausa del personal: 3:00–4:00 PM
Las familias pueden asistir en persona sin cita previa o elegir una cita virtual con los enlaces enviados el 7 de octubre.
RTHS Virtual Parent Teacher Conference Sign Up Links
Jueves, 16 de octubre — Examen Pre-ACT (grados 9–11) y actividades para Seniors
• Traer dispositivo cargado
• Llegar a tiempo (no habrá recuperación)
• Dormir bien y desayunar
Sábado, 18 de octubre — Competencia de Banda Raptor Rumble (2:00 PM)
Acompáñenos en el Estadio del Campus FAC para disfrutar de una tarde llena de música y orgullo escolar.
Lunes, 20 de octubre — Día de Fotos del Anuario (grados 9–11)
📸 Durante las clases de educación física
Las familias pueden ordenar en línea en mylifetouch.com usando estos códigos:
• FAC: EVTV33SX4
• STEM: EVTDMXF6J
📅 Fotos de Seniors:
• 29 de enero (FAC)
• 5 de febrero (STEM)
Para preguntas, comuníquese con jbjork@rich227.org.
As always, thank you for your continued support of Rich Township High School District 227. Together, we are one school, one roar, we are #RaptorReady, and always #RichInStudentSuccess.
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
Contact Information

Superintendent
Office 708-679-5737
Cell 773-599-0331
Twitter: @DrJohnnieThomas
Executive Assistant to Superintendent
708-679-5737