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March 3- March 7
Sporting events this week : March 3- March 7
RESPECT Week
Bulldog Buddies is hosting RESPECT Week, March 3-7. Join in the fun by participating in the spirit week and daily events. You can earn Paw Pride points by scanning the spiritwear QR code in the Cafeteria each day and by scanning the QR code at the scheduled activities.
Monday: Be Cozy, Be Kind - Wear PJ’s or Comfy Clothes & Twin with a Friend.
Sign the RESPECT pledge at lunch.
Tuesday: Shake Off Negativity - Wear respect shirts or clothes with a positive message.
Buy a friendship bracelet at lunch for $1.00
Wednesday: Stand Up, Speak Out - Wear Bulldog swag
Thursday: Love Everyone for Who They Are - Wear pink, hearts or tie-dye
Friday: Red for RESPECT - Wear Red
Play the RESPECT game during lunch periods
Feminism Club Toiletry Drive
The Feminism Club is hosting a toiletry drive for victims of domestic violence for the Crisis Center for South Suburbia, March 5-19th. Donations can be dropped off at the following locations: Room 134, 162, 164, 173, 224, 254, Activities Office and the Girls Locker Room.
Lunch Relocation for Students Fasting
Any student planning to fast during Ramadan is welcome to go the Loft instead of the Cafeteria during the lunch period starting Friday, February 28 through Friday, March 21. Students should still attend their homeroom beforehand. Students must show their school ID that indicates the correct lunch period to enter the loft.
Free ECG Screening with Young Hearts for Life
Young Hearts for Life will be hosting free ECG screenings to Richards students on Tuesday, March 4th. This quick and painless screening can identify more than 70% of conditions that can cause sudden cardiac arrest. Parents can register their children online.
Prom Fashion Show
Richards High School will host its 3rd annual Prom Fashion Show on March 7th in the Performance Arts Center! Juniors and seniors are invited to experience the latest prom styles during all lunch periods after workrooms. This exciting event is proudly sponsored by Elegant Couture Dress Shop in Palos Heights and Boss Formal Wear in Evergreen Park. Attendees will not only get an exclusive look at stunning prom attire but also have a chance to win amazing prizes, including a free tuxedo rental and a gift card to use toward the perfect dress!
District 218 Education Foundation Trivia Night
The Friends of Community High School District 218 will be hosting a Trivia Night on Saturday, March 8, 2025, to help raise funds for our student scholarships and teacher mini-grants. This fun evening will be held at 6:30 p.m. in the Incarnation Catholic Church Gymnasium in Palos Heights. The cost is $20 per person or $200 for a table of 10. You can register online. You can organize your own group or be assigned a table. This is a “bring your own” type of fundraiser: Bring your own snacks, appetizers, drinks! Keep in mind this is an adult fundraiser…all must be 21 or older to attend! In addition to some friendly competition and lots of laughter, there will be cash $$$ prizes, raffles, and silent auctions.
Family Fun Night
The Parent Liaison Office will host a Family Fun Night on Monday, March 10, 2025 from 6-9pm in the cafeteria. The theme for the night is "March and Spring Forward. Together We Are Stronger." Join us for a night of food and fun! This is a free family event for Richards families.
Free ACT Practice Test for Juniors
All juniors have the opportunity to sign up for a free practice ACT on Saturday, March 15 at Alan B. Shepard High School located at 13049 S. Ridgeland Avenue in Palos Heights from 8:45-11:30 am. This is a test opportunity to prepare you for the official ACT testing day. You must bring your school ID, a fully charged iPad, calculator, and a pencil; water and snacks are suggested.
Six Flags Grad Nite
The Class of 2025 is invited to participate in Six Flags Grad Nite which will take place on Saturday, May 10 to Sunday, May 11 from 8:00 pm to 4:30 am. Please note this is an overnight trip to Six Flags Amusement Park. Cost is $90 which includes transportation, admission, an all-you-can-eat dinner buffet and access to the Student Lounge which features music, movies, games, charging stations and prizes! Tickets can be purchased online through April 7. Non seniors and out of school guests are not permitted to attend.
Cheerleading Open Gyms & Tryouts
Cheerleading Tryouts will take place on April 14, 15 and 16 from 5:00-8:00 pm on the Stage Gym. Join us for our Open Gyms to get ready for tryouts on March 18, April 3 and April 10 from 6:00-8:00 pm on the Stage Gym. Enter through Door S8. Both the Open Gyms and tryouts are open to all current Richards students and incoming freshmen. Sign up for tryouts online.
Summer School Registration
Summer school registration will open on Monday, January 13 and close on Friday, May 16. Click here for summer school information. The cost is $50 per course and you can pay and register online.
K & G Fashion Prom Discount
K & G Fashion Superstore will offer our students a 10% discount this season. To claim the discount, just mention that you are from Harold L. Richards High School.
Prom Dress Student Discount
Elegant Couture Prom Dress Shop located at 12236 South Harlem Avenue in Palos Heights is offering all students a $25 gift card to use towards their prom purchase. To receive the gift card, students must show their current school ID at checkout. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to save and find your perfect prom look!
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!
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 which awards current students with post-secondary scholarships. All entries can be purchased online.
Class of 2025
Important information for the Class of 2025 graduates can be found here.
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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