⏰ Half Day Reminder!
• Middle School: 8:18am–11:35am 🏫
• Elementary: 8:50am–12:10pm ✏️
• Preschool: No School
• Middle School: 8:18am–11:35am 🏫
• Elementary: 8:50am–12:10pm ✏️
• Preschool: No School

📅 2026–2027 School Year Calendar – Now Available! 🎒✏️
The Board of Education approved 2026–2027 School Year Calendar for Ridgeland School District 122 is now available!
We encourage all parents and guardians to review the calendar and plan ahead for important dates, including the first and last days of school, holidays, and scheduled breaks. 🏫🗓️
📌 Please save this calendar for future reference as you make family plans.
🔗 View the calendar here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HCde01jwVTK9VCIivBdbUvdAOZn2DOKZ/view
Thank you for your continued support and partnership! 💙
The Board of Education approved 2026–2027 School Year Calendar for Ridgeland School District 122 is now available!
We encourage all parents and guardians to review the calendar and plan ahead for important dates, including the first and last days of school, holidays, and scheduled breaks. 🏫🗓️
📌 Please save this calendar for future reference as you make family plans.
🔗 View the calendar here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HCde01jwVTK9VCIivBdbUvdAOZn2DOKZ/view
Thank you for your continued support and partnership! 💙

The Arab Heritage & Cultural Club at Richards High School invites you to join them for a fun and welcoming evening! 🏮
📅 Thursday, February 12
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Richards High School Cafeteria
🎉 Enjoy games, crafts, and food tastings 🍽️🎨Celebrate culture, community, and togetherness with us!
👉 Click the link to RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBPOWVWPaKLTSy_3NNbsU2GrYttxa0t4zSidc167Mz3ruEHg/viewform
📅 Thursday, February 12
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Richards High School Cafeteria
🎉 Enjoy games, crafts, and food tastings 🍽️🎨Celebrate culture, community, and togetherness with us!
👉 Click the link to RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBPOWVWPaKLTSy_3NNbsU2GrYttxa0t4zSidc167Mz3ruEHg/viewform

📢 The District 122 Prevention Initiative is offering a valuable program for families with children ages 0-3 or expecting a child. This initiative provides support to parents, along with engaging opportunities for parent-child interaction and small group activities. If you live in District 122, we invite you to take advantage of this program. For more information, please refer to the flyer.

🎒 Exciting news for our youngest learners! Preschool registration is now open 🗓️ Stop by your home school to pick up your forms, fill them out, and return them to schedule your appointment. We can’t wait to welcome our future little stars 🌟🖍️✨

🏈🔥 2026 Season Registration is OPEN! 🔥🏈
Don’t wait! Secure your spot for another incredible Outlaws season!
👉 Click to register: https://www.oaklawnoutlaws.org/program/football/7882
📌 See the flyer for full details and perks!
Don’t wait! Secure your spot for another incredible Outlaws season!
👉 Click to register: https://www.oaklawnoutlaws.org/program/football/7882
📌 See the flyer for full details and perks!

Your opinion counts! 📢
The Illinois 5Essentials Survey is now open, and we want to hear from YOU! 🗣️
Take just a few minutes ⏱️ to share your feedback and help improve our schools 🏫✨ Your responses provide valuable insight into what’s working—and where we can do better.
⏰ Don’t wait! The survey closes March 13th.
Let’s work together to create the best learning environment for all students! 💙📚
👉 https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/?target_name=parent
The Illinois 5Essentials Survey is now open, and we want to hear from YOU! 🗣️
Take just a few minutes ⏱️ to share your feedback and help improve our schools 🏫✨ Your responses provide valuable insight into what’s working—and where we can do better.
⏰ Don’t wait! The survey closes March 13th.
Let’s work together to create the best learning environment for all students! 💙📚
👉 https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/?target_name=parent

Every day counts! 🗓️ Consistent attendance helps students succeed and stay on track. Let’s make it a goal to be present and engaged!

🌤️🦫 Happy Groundhog Day!

📅 February is full of important dates!
Be sure to check out the upcoming February event schedule and stay connected with your school’s activities 📌✨
Be sure to check out the upcoming February event schedule and stay connected with your school’s activities 📌✨

🖤💛❤️ February is Black History Month
We honor and celebrate the achievements, contributions, and history of Black leaders and communities 📚✨
We honor and celebrate the achievements, contributions, and history of Black leaders and communities 📚✨

⚾️ Burbank National Little League – Spring 2026 Registration is NOW OPEN! ⚾️
🌟 Boys & girls ages 4–14 are welcome
👧🧒 Learn skills, make friends, and have fun on the field!
👉 Click the link to register today: https://www.burbanknational.com/
📄 See the flyer for more information
🌟 Boys & girls ages 4–14 are welcome
👧🧒 Learn skills, make friends, and have fun on the field!
👉 Click the link to register today: https://www.burbanknational.com/
📄 See the flyer for more information

❄️ Cold Weather Alert! ❄️
Due to extreme temperatures, Monday, January 26 will be an E-Learning Day for all Ridgeland 122 students. 💻🏫
All after-school activities are canceled. 🚫
Login times:
6th–8th Grade: 8:15 AM – Google Classroom ⏰
K–5th Grade: 8:50 AM – Clever ⏰
Preschool: Circle Time Zoom link will be sent by classroom teacher📧
Teachers will be available during school hours to help students. Please make sure your child is ready for a day of learning at home. 🏠📚
Emergency Information and Severe Weather Procedures can be found on the district website at the link below: https://www.ridgeland122.com/page/emergency-information
Stay safe and stay warm! 🧣🧤
Due to extreme temperatures, Monday, January 26 will be an E-Learning Day for all Ridgeland 122 students. 💻🏫
All after-school activities are canceled. 🚫
Login times:
6th–8th Grade: 8:15 AM – Google Classroom ⏰
K–5th Grade: 8:50 AM – Clever ⏰
Preschool: Circle Time Zoom link will be sent by classroom teacher📧
Teachers will be available during school hours to help students. Please make sure your child is ready for a day of learning at home. 🏠📚
Emergency Information and Severe Weather Procedures can be found on the district website at the link below: https://www.ridgeland122.com/page/emergency-information
Stay safe and stay warm! 🧣🧤

⚾️🥎 Get ready for an action-packed 2026 season! Oak Lawn Baseball & Softball is now open for Boys & Girls divisions! 🎉👦👧
Don’t miss out! Click the link below to register today and join the fun! https://oaklawnbaseball.com
Don’t miss out! Click the link below to register today and join the fun! https://oaklawnbaseball.com

❄️ Cold Weather Alert! ❄️
Due to extreme temperatures, Friday, January 23 will be an E-Learning Day for all Ridgeland 122 students. 💻🏫
All after-school activities are canceled. 🚫
Login times:
6th–8th Grade: 8:15 AM – Google Classroom ⏰
K–5th Grade: 8:50 AM – Clever ⏰
Preschool: Circle Time Zoom link will be sent by classroom teacher📧
Teachers will be available during school hours to help students. Please make sure your child is ready for a day of learning at home. 🏠📚
Emergency Information and Severe Weather Procedures can be found on the district website at the link below: https://www.ridgeland122.com/page/emergency-information
Stay safe and stay warm! 🧣🧤
Due to extreme temperatures, Friday, January 23 will be an E-Learning Day for all Ridgeland 122 students. 💻🏫
All after-school activities are canceled. 🚫
Login times:
6th–8th Grade: 8:15 AM – Google Classroom ⏰
K–5th Grade: 8:50 AM – Clever ⏰
Preschool: Circle Time Zoom link will be sent by classroom teacher📧
Teachers will be available during school hours to help students. Please make sure your child is ready for a day of learning at home. 🏠📚
Emergency Information and Severe Weather Procedures can be found on the district website at the link below: https://www.ridgeland122.com/page/emergency-information
Stay safe and stay warm! 🧣🧤

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE: BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY 📢
Ridgeland School District 122 has a vacancy on the Board of Education and is accepting letters of interest and résumés from qualified District residents.
🗓 Deadline: Friday, February 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM
📍 Eligibility requirements apply
📄 See the attached flyer for full details and submission instructions
If you or someone you know is interested in serving our school community, we encourage you to apply or share this opportunity! 💙📚
Ridgeland School District 122 has a vacancy on the Board of Education and is accepting letters of interest and résumés from qualified District residents.
🗓 Deadline: Friday, February 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM
📍 Eligibility requirements apply
📄 See the attached flyer for full details and submission instructions
If you or someone you know is interested in serving our school community, we encourage you to apply or share this opportunity! 💙📚

📢 The District 122 Prevention Initiative is offering a valuable program for families with children ages 0-3 or expecting a child. This initiative provides support to parents, along with engaging opportunities for parent-child interaction and small group activities. If you live in District 122, we invite you to take advantage of this program. For more information, please refer to the flyer.

🏈📣 It’s time to shine with the Palos Stars Football & Cheerleading! ⭐
Registration for the 2026 season is NOW OPEN!
👦👧 Boys & girls ages 5–14 are welcome to join the team.
Don’t miss out on an amazing season of teamwork, fun, and skills!
👉 See the flyer for more details & register online here: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/511214/inactive
Registration for the 2026 season is NOW OPEN!
👦👧 Boys & girls ages 5–14 are welcome to join the team.
Don’t miss out on an amazing season of teamwork, fun, and skills!
👉 See the flyer for more details & register online here: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/511214/inactive

4th Grade Woodshop in action! 🪚🪵
Coasters, door hangers, and porch boards 🎨
All original designs, all paint, all student-made. Great job, Lieb Eagles! 🦅👏
Coasters, door hangers, and porch boards 🎨
All original designs, all paint, all student-made. Great job, Lieb Eagles! 🦅👏




On Friday, January 16, our educators came together for a powerful day of learning and collaboration! 🙌📚 Staff across K–8th Grade met with Dr. Carol Baker from Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to deepen their understanding of science instruction and best practices that support student success. 🔬✨ 👏 Thank you to our dedicated staff for continuing to grow, learn, and support our students every day! 📸🎥 Check out the highlights from our professional learning day!




