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See below for a list of clubs, their meeting day/time.
November 25- November 29
Sporting events this week :November 25- November 29
Club Picture Day
The first club picture day will take place on Monday, November 25 starting at 3:20 pm in the PAC. Please see your sponsor to see if your club will be photographed that day or on the second day in January.
Second Semester Schedule Changes
The last day to make schedule changes for 2nd semester will be December 17. If you would like to request a change, please see your counselor before the deadline. Please note that schedule changes will not be made for lunch period requests.
Class of 2025 Graduation VIP Experience Raffle
The Richards Scholarship Committee has organized a raffle for a Graduation VIP Experience. Winner would receive six graduation tickets, six reserved VIP seats in a private, roped-off section and two dedicated VIP parking spots near the ceremony entrance. 10 Entries cost $25, 30 entries cost $50 and 75 entries cost $100. Contest ends on Sunday, March 30, 2025 and the winner will be announced on Monday, April 7, 2025. All proceeds will benefit the HLR Scholarship Fund. All entries can be purchased online.
Winter Sport Tryouts
The Winter Sport Tryout schedule is listed below. Students need to register for tryouts online and must have a physical on file in the Athletics Office.
ACT Excel Edge Class for Juniors
District 218 has partnered with ExcelEdge to offer the ACT Prep course at Shepard High School in January. Register for ACT 36. To join our program, which will be held at Shepard High School, please visit the ExcelEdge website – www.exceledgeinc.com. Tuition is $360, which includes a textbook. Registration will close on January 6th, a late fee will be added after that date if the class is still available. Class will run from 4:00-6:00 pm on the following dates: 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4 (Practice ACT 4-7:30pm), & 3/11 at Shepard HS
Prom Fundraiser
Any junior or senior interested in participating in the Butter Braid Fundraiser to raise money for their own prom ticket can do so now through Monday, December 2nd. You will receive $5 off your prom ticket for each item sold. You can find the fundraising forms online or in the folder on the window outside the Activities Office. All forms and money are due on December 2nd to the Activities Office and you must be available to pick up your order on Tuesday, December 17th from 3:15-4:00 pm.
Santa’s Workshop
The Richards Activities Department will host Santa's Workshop on Tuesday, December 3 from 4:00-6:00 pm. This is a free community event for school aged children grades K-5. Come to meet Santa Claus, play games, win prizes and do crafts!
8th Grade Open House
We will be hosting the 8th Grade Open House on Wednesday, December 4 from 6:00-8:00 pm. All incoming 8th graders are invited to attend to learn about academics, extracurricular opportunities and check out our facilities.
FAFSA Completion Night
Senior students and parents are invited to the FAFSA Completion Night with our ISAC Reps on Thursday, December 5 from 6:00-7:00 pm in the Cafeteria. Please be sure to have your social security number, address and tax information available to create your FSA ID. Please sign up to attend online.
Band Performance at Chicago Ridge Mall
The Richards Band will be performing on Sunday, December 8 from noon to 1:00 pm in the Dick’s Sporting Goods Court at Chicago Ridge Mall. Come to support our band!
Holiday Choir Concert
The Holiday Choir Concert will be held on Wednesday, December 11 at 7:30 pm in the Performing Arts Center. All are welcome to attend.
Holiday Band Concert
The Holiday Band Concert will be held on Thursday, December 11 at 7:00 pm in the Performing Arts Center. All are welcome to attend.
National Honor Society Induction
The National Honor Society Induction will take place on Monday, December 16 at 7:00 pm in the Performing Arts Center. All are welcome to attend.
Tree Machine Green Raiser
Science Club is sponsoring our Tree Machine fundraiser. They will be collecting donations of clothing, shoes, accessories, and linens. Simply put your donations in a bag and drop them in the green and white Tree Machine bin which is located in the parking lot across from the tennis courts. It’s a great way to clean your closets and support the Richards Science Club!
Academic Support for Students
There are several opportunities for students to receive tutoring either before or after school. Click here for a list of all academic support opportunities.
AP Tutoring
There are several opportunities for students enrolled in Advanced Placement courses to receive tutoring either during lunch or after school. Click here for a list of all AP support opportunities.
Passport to the Richards Community
Join in the fun as you learn about the community that surrounds Richards High School. You will be rewarded with local discounts from each of the partner businesses listed on our Passport!
Volunteer Opportunities
Looking to volunteer in our community? Visit the Volunteer Opportunities section on the Activities Information page on the school website.
Parent Square App Information
To stay in the know, download the Parent Square App available in the App Store or on Google Play and start by signing in with the parent email you listed in Skyward. On Parent Square, you’ll be able to access all previous announcements, view alerts and the school calendar.
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