📣 Scholarship Opportunity Alert!

Don’t miss your chance to apply for this amazing scholarship opportunity! ✨ The application deadline is May 15, so be sure to get your materials submitted on time!
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Join us for lunch and AMAZING student performances at the Riverfront Museum’s Sun Plaza on May 14th! Food trucks will be on site, so bring your appetite, too! Let’s come together to support our talented young artists and show our appreciation for the arts in education!
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Arts in Education
Shoutout to our amazing Sign Language Interpreters for bridging the gap between the hearing world and our Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) students! Your work empowers, connects, and inspires every day. 🙌💙
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Thank you to all our school nurses and clinic nurses who support our staff and students each and every day!
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Know BEFORE you GO! Get all the details about graduation ceremonies here:
www.psd150.org/graduation

https://youtube.com/shorts/t2mqfvTRe-o?feature=share
7 days ago, PPS Communications
🎉 Big News for Richwoods High School! 🎉

Congratulations to Anda Wattanakit, a junior in the IB program, for making the Illinois All-State Journalism Team! Only 17 students in the entire state were selected, and Anda earned her spot with her incredible talent and dedication.

As the editor-in-chief of The Shield, Richwoods' student newspaper, Anda writes standout columns like Alumni Spotlight and Heart of Peoria.

👉 Check out The Shield: rhsshield.org
👉 Learn more about the All-State Journalism Team: illinoisjea.org

We’re so proud of Anda for this well-deserved honor! Keep shining, Anda! 🌟
7 days ago, PPS Communications
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🌟 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🌟
This week, we’re celebrating the heart and soul of our schools—our incredible teachers!

📢 Here's what YOU can do
1. Encourage your kids to write a note, draw a picture, or simply say “thank you” to their teacher this week.
2. Let’s flood this feed with gratitude, appreciation, and love for the educators who make a difference every day. Tag your school and your favorite teacher in the comments and share a memory or a "thank you" message! 🍎🫶

9 days ago, PPS Communications
Thank you teachers

What an incredible celebration of diversity! The 3rd Annual Multicultural Fair brought together teachers from 17 different countries to share their vibrant cultures with students, families, and the Peoria community. Peoria Public Schools proudly participates in the J-1 Visa program, welcoming global talent to enrich our classrooms and foster cultural exchange. Take a look back at this unforgettable event!

🎥 Watch the recap here!
https://youtu.be/OJZeESvuuM0

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A celebration of community and culture
Thanks for all you do at Richwoods High School!
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We hope you can join us for a retirement celebration honoring Dr. Sharon Desmoulin-Kherat.

Click here to RSVP online.

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Kherat Retirement party invitation

Looking for something fun, free, and family-friendly this weekend? Join us on Saturday at the Third Annual Multicultural Fair at the Peoria Riverfront Museum.

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IMPORTANT SENIOR UPDATES

The full Senior Checklist can be found here: bit.ly/4mZsXer

Senior Families: if you have questions, please reach out to Mr. Hobin (justin.hobin@psd150.org) or Dr. Andrews (renee.andrews@psd150.org).

#weRrichwoods | #thestandardofexcellence

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CLASS OF 2026 UPDATES

📢 Join this FREE Handle With Care Webinar Series!

Learn practical, evidence-based strategies to support children facing trauma and create more compassionate, resilient workplaces. Perfect for educators, law enforcement, social workers, nurses, and community professionals.

👉 Register now: chestnut.org/hwc-webinars

Let’s make a difference together!

22 days ago, PPS Communications
webinar series
Tomorrow is the PreACT/ACT for all 9th, 10th and 11th grade students (and some 12th grade students who have yet to take the ACT). Students do not need bookbags tomorrow. Seniors can report to WCTC for a college and career fair, complete college visits, or conduct volunteer hours- they do not need to report to The Castle!

Please make sure students get a good night's rest and have eat breakfast tomorrow morning. The exam starts at 8:00 and late students will not be admitted. Please make sure students who don't normally have a first and second hour are here by 7:30. Room assignments are posted throughout the building.
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Congratulations to the following INCREDIBLE Richwoods Orchestra students for receiving a Division I Ranking (THE top ranking) at the IHSA Solo and Ensemble contest this month!!🎉 Aaron Stutzman Braydan Smith Dahlia Boyer Janyce Joshua David Judyce Joshua David Kellan Franken Rose ChamberlainLau Skye (Kailey) Woo Valentina Cruz
about 2 months ago, ATSUKO HAARZ
Richwoods High student, Anda W., was an honored guest at the IL State Board of Education Student Summit at University of Illinois Springfi
about 2 months ago, KIMBERLY JONES
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small table group of students talking about college and career readiness
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🔐 New AP Cyber Security Class!

Learn how to protect data, stop cyber threats, and explore careers in tech.

👉 Ask your school counselor and enroll today! Secure your future!
about 2 months ago, PPS Communications
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👏🎵Keeping our schools in tune and on tempo. We appreciate our music directors today! Thank you for all that you do! 👏🎵
about 2 months ago, PPS Communications
music director appreciation day
Knight out for trivia! 🧠⚔️
Join the Richwoods music department for a night of fun, facts, and friendly competition.
about 2 months ago, PPS Communications
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Rain 🌧️, snow ❄️, or shine ☀️—our crossing guards show up every day and keep our students safe. Please join us in celebrating these dedicated team members for their years of service to our school community:

👏 Wendy Granand – 18 years
👏 Charles Thomas – 12 years
👏 Percy Peyton – 11 years
👏 Michael Williams – 11 years
👏 Edward Banks – 9 years
👏 Matthew Baskin – 9 years
👏 Angela Combs – 9 years
2 months ago, PPS Communications
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