Ridgeland School District 122 - Challenge + Care = Success

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!

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

✨ Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” 🕊️

⚾️ Registration is NOW OPEN for Westside Baseball! ⚾️
It’s time to dust off the gloves, grab the bats, and get ready for an exciting season on the field! 🧢🔥
👉 Register here: https://login.stacksports.com/login?client_id=612b0399b1854a002e427f78&redirect_uri=https://core-api.bluesombrero.com/login/redirect/portal/11720&app_name=Westside+Baseball+of+Oak+Lawn&portalid=11720&instancekey=leagues

📅 Reminder: There will be no school on Monday in observance of MLK Day. ✨

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

✨ Registration for Parent English Classes is now open! ✨
📌 Please click the link below to register:
👉 https://forms.gle/Dd1bmtQhTxu3K2sSA

⏰ Be sure to register by January 28.
📄 See the flyer for more information.

🏀⭐ All-Star Basketball Day is BACK! ⭐🏀

The 16th Annual Oak Lawn Special Recreation All-Star Basketball Games on Saturday, January 24 at Harold L. Richards High School!

🎉 Cheer on amazing Special Olympics athletes as they face off in a fun-filled day of basketball — featuring the Richards Special Olympic Basketball Team!

🚪 FREE admission (donations accepted)
⏰ Doors open at NOON

🎟️ Enjoy raffles, Split the Pot, concessions, Nothing Bundt Cakes, and a chance to win a TV — all while supporting a great cause!

💙 All proceeds benefit Oak Lawn Park District Special Recreation programs.

📣 Bring your friends, family, and school spirit — and help us cheer on these incredible athletes!

📅 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?usp=drive_link

Thank you for your continued support and partnership! 💙

🚨 Walk-In Interviews at A.E.R.O. 🚨
A.E.R.O. Special Education Cooperative is hosting walk-in interviews for current & 2026–27 school year positions! 🌟

📅 Thursday, January 15
🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

They’re hiring for multiple roles including teachers, therapists, nurses, psychologists, behavior specialists, and instructional assistants 👩‍🏫🩺📚

👉 Learn more or apply here:
https://www.applitrack.com/aero/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1

✨ Grow your career and make a difference in students’ lives! 💙📚

⚾️ It’s that time again! 🧢
Burbank National Little League registrations are OPEN! 🎉
Scan the QR code or tap the link to register ➡️https://www.burbanknational.com
📄 More info on the flyer!

📢 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.

🏈💜 Girls Palos Starlets Flag Football💖🏈
Calling all girls in 3rd–8th grade! Join the Palos Starlets for an exciting season of flag football filled with fun, teamwork, and skill-building. 🌟
📄 See the flyer for more details
📝 Registration Link: https://leagues.bluesombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=2185977

🎒 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 🌟🖍️✨

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

Come learn from the best at the Richards Cheerleading Kids Camp! 📣✨
This camp is open to grades K (age 5) through 8th grade (ages 13–14) with 2 sessions offered for different age groups (see details below 👇). Athletes will work on motions, jumps, tumbling, and stunting 🤸‍♀️💪
All skill levels are welcome — no prior cheer experience needed! 💙
💲 Cost: $40 (includes T-shirt & bow 👕🎀)
🔗 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/d5KnMeHNN4SzJLdz7
Spots are limited—don’t miss out on the fun and skill-building! 🌟📣

✨ We hope everyone had a wonderful winter break! Can’t wait to see you all back on Monday! 📚😊

🎉 Happy New Year! Wishing our students, families, and staff an amazing 2026 filled with growth and success! 🌟

🕯️ Happy Kwanzaa! Celebrating community, culture, and unity. ✨❤️💚🖤

🕎 Happy Hanukkah! May your days be filled with light, love, and happiness. ✨💙