Early Release

Just a reminder - Wednesday, September 30th is an early release. Dismissal at 2:35 p.m.

Clubs are off to a great start!

Richmond clubs are off to a great start! We have 130 students involved in a club. Thank you to our staff for sponsoring a club and creating an awesome opportunity for students to connect with our school in an area of interest! If you have a question about clubs, club sponsors and contact info is below.

Arrival Reminders

Please do not park on 12th Street and walk your child to school in the middle of the street. Please use a designated crosswalk.
When using the parent drop-off lane, students should exit the vehicle from the passenger side to ensure they are not exiting near 12th Street.
The parent drop-off lane is intended for quick drop-off. Parents should remain in their vehicles while students exit independently. If you need to assist your child out of the vehicle, please use a designated parking space.
If the drop-off line is full, please wait in line. Do not double park next to the drop-off lane or allow your child to exit the vehicle in the middle of the street.

We need EVERYONE'S cooperation to make arrival safe and run smoothly. Please follow these procedures each morning to help us ensure the safety of all Richmond students.

If someone other than a parent/guardian will be dropping off or picking up your child, please share these reminders with them. It is extremely important that EVERYONE follows these safety procedures. Thank you for your cooperation!

Dismissal Reminders

Please park in a designated parking space when picking up your child.
Do not double park.
Do not leave your vehicle unattended in the street.
Please do not make U-turns on Indiana Street. Instead, go around the block.
We know the sidewalk area near Door #2 is tight. We are working on plans to expand the sidewalk area to provide more space for parents waiting for dismissal.
Do not let your child cross the middle of the street - use a designated crosswalk.

We appreciate everyone's cooperation in following these safety guidelines. Working together helps us ensure a safe and smooth dismissal for all Richmond students.

Parent Teacher Conferences

This year, parent-teacher conferences will be scheduled in ParentVUE. Scheduling opens Monday, September 21, and closes Friday, October 2.

Conferences will take place on the following dates, with the option to meet in person or virtually:

Thursday, October 8: Early Childhood through High School
Friday, October 9: Early Childhood through Grade 8

Step-by-step directions for both the ParentVUE website and app are included with this message.

Between September 21 and October 2, you can change a time in ParentVUE. After October 2, please contact your school to make a change. If you have more than one student, switch between them to schedule conferences.

If you need assistance with conferences or do not yet have a ParentVUE account, please call your student's school.

Thank you for your partnership. We look forward to connecting with you in October!

Directions to Schedule a Conference

Instrucciones para programar una conferencia

Guest Readers Needed

We are excited to offer an exciting parent engagement opportunity. During the month of October, we will invite guest readers into classrooms to read a book that pertains to Hispanic Heritage Month. For a list of possible books please click HERE. If you have another title you are interested in reading, please e-mail your book idea to our LRC director at kristine.mutchler@d303.org to see if it can be added to our list.

To sign up we will use Sign Up Genius. Please note, you do need to create a FREE account if you do not have one in order to sign up. To sign up for a slot, please click HERE. You will be prompted to provide the name of the book you will read, and also to indicate whether you'll be coming in person or reading virtually.

Thank you for your help!

IAR & ISA Scores

IAR & ISA Scores will be mailed on Friday, October 2nd. We wanted to let you know to expect receiving these results for your student a few days after the 2nd. These are results from assessments we took last spring.

📚 Our Literati Online Book Fair is LIVE! 📚

Shopping from home has never been easier — browse hundreds of titles for every reader and every age, and every purchase supports our school library.

Shop now: Richmond Online Book Fair

And don't forget — parents can also purchase gift cards so students can shop our in-person Book Fair, October 5th–9th! It's a great way to let your reader pick out their own favorites.

Happy reading!

Walk to School Day

Richmond will participate in Walk to School Day on Wednesday, October 7th. Students are encouraged to walk or bike to school that day. Students who take the bus will have an opportunity to walk the bus loop before entering the building so they can still participate.

RICHMOND FALL PARTY AND COSTUME AND PARADE INFO

Fall parties are right around the corner, and we would like you to be aware of our plans and expectations so that you can help your student to prepare. Our celebration is scheduled for Friday, October 30th.

Richmond

The parade will run outside from 2:25 pm to 2:35 pm. Parents may line up along 12th Street to watch the parade.

Classroom parties will run from 2:35 pm to 3:15 pm
Room Parents will be allowed to go to classrooms at 2:15 pm for party set up and to assist with costumes after they have checked in at the office
In the event of inclement weather, there will not be a parade

Costume & Party Guidelines: Students should bring costumes in a bag. Costumes must be appropriate for school. Costumes should not be violent or scary in nature. No blood, guts, or weapons. No masks. Make-up is discouraged because it is difficult to apply. No bare midriffs or scant clothing. Students may be asked to remove or put away any parts of costumes based on teacher judgment.

Room Parents who are assisting with the parties should not wear disguises that would make it difficult to recognize them as a safe person
Only Room Parents may attend the classroom parties
No food treats will be eaten during the party
No food treats will be passed out or shared with other students.
Work with the teacher on any non-edible goody bags to be sent home.

Room Parent Guidelines:

Sign-up for Room Parents and party helpers is through our PTO.
Complete the D303 volunteer form if you have not already. Contact Darlene Buffano at darlene.buffano@d303.org or call at (331) 228-2800 if you have questions about procedures.
Work with the classroom teacher on activities/games for the party
Work with the teacher on any non-edible goody bags to be sent home

Tiger Lunch Crew Sign-Up

Breakfast & Lunch Menus

Tiger Bucks & Paws

School Calendar

October Events Calendar

PTO News

We have lots of exciting updates and information to share, so please take a few minutes to read through all the updates below!

Upcoming Restaurant Night – Save the Date!

Join us on September 30 at Lou Malnati's!

PTO Communications

The PTO has various ways we communicate our updates, information, and events.

- You can always find our updates in the weekly Richmond E-News.

- Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @RichmondElementarySchoolPTO

- Sign up up on our free website and mobile app Membership Toolkit. This is the platform and website the PTO will be using moving forward so make sure you are signed up!

Classroom Party Sign-Up

Classroom Party Sign up is now OPEN! Please use the following link to sign up and get detailed information!

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PTO Committee Volunteers Needed

We still have openings on several PTO committees, and we would love your help! The PTO's success depends on the support and involvement of our Richmond community.

Whether you can volunteer occasionally or take on a leadership role, please consider joining a committee and helping make our events and programs successful.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D48A8AE2DABFECF8-65031421-2026

Save the Date: Fall Fest

Mark your calendars for Richmond Elementary's annual Fall Fest!

More information will be shared soon, but we're are asking families to RSVP so that we can have an accurate count of supplies needed!

RSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44A5A623ABFDC16-65913671-richmond

Donations are needed!

The PTO provides lunch and dinner for the wonderful staff at Richmond during parent teacher conferences. We also like to stock their break room with drinks, snacks and treats to keep them fueled!

Please consider signing up either to donate an item or to provide a monetary donation.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D48A8AE2DABFECF8-51786342-donations

Community

Free Vaccine Clinic

There is a free Vaccine Clinic for ALL D303 families - it is being held at Richmond during conferences. Please see flyer below for more information.

D303 Referendum Information Nights

Join us to learn more about the referendum on the November 3 ballot. Discover details on proposed district-wide facility projects, ask questions, and take a building tour (available at select locations).

Noches Informativas Sobre el Referéndum del D303

Acompáñanos para obtener más información sobre el referéndum que se votará el 3 de noviembre. Descubre detalles sobre los proyectos de infraestructura propuestos para todo el distrito, haz preguntas y realiza una visita guiada a los edificios (disponible en ubicaciones seleccionadas).

Virtual Coffee House Event Calendar

Richmond Elementary E-News

September 25, 2026

Early Release

Clubs are off to a great start!

Arrival Reminders

Dismissal Reminders

Parent Teacher Conferences

Guest Readers Needed

IAR & ISA Scores

📚 Our Literati Online Book Fair is LIVE! 📚

Walk to School Day

RICHMOND FALL PARTY AND COSTUME AND PARADE INFO

October Events Calendar

PTO News

Upcoming Restaurant Night – Save the Date!

PTO Communications

Classroom Party Sign-Up

PTO Committee Volunteers Needed

Save the Date: Fall Fest

Donations are needed!

Community

Free Vaccine Clinic

D303 Referendum Information Nights

Noches Informativas Sobre el Referéndum del D303

Early Release

Clubs are off to a great start! Clubs are off to a great start!

Arrival Reminders

Dismissal Reminders

Parent Teacher Conferences

Guest Readers Needed

IAR & ISA Scores

📚 Our Literati Online Book Fair is LIVE! 📚

Walk to School Day

RICHMOND FALL PARTY AND COSTUME AND PARADE INFO

October Events Calendar October Events Calendar

PTO News PTO News

Upcoming Restaurant Night – Save the Date!

PTO Communications

Classroom Party Sign-Up

PTO Committee Volunteers Needed

Save the Date: Fall Fest

Donations are needed!

Community Community

Free Vaccine Clinic

D303 Referendum Information Nights

Noches Informativas Sobre el Referéndum del D303

Clubs are off to a great start!

October Events Calendar

PTO News

Community