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				<title><![CDATA[💙 Thank You, Families!/💙 ¡Gracias, familias!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:15:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[📢 CPS Spring Survey is Open!/📢 ¡Ya está abierta la encuesta de primavera de CPS!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[📢 CPS Spring Survey is Open!
📢 ¡Ya está abierta la encuesta de primavera de CPS]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:31:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Apply Now for the role of Honorary Student Board Member/Solicita ahora al cargo de estudiante miembro honorario de la Junta de Educación]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you are a rising CPS junior or senior looking for a unique challenge and leadership opportunity for the 2026-27 school year, apply to become the next Honorary Student Board Member! Learn more and apply at cps.edu/HSBMapplication.


¿Estarás en 11 o 12 grado en CPS el año escolar que viene? ¿Buscas una oportunidad de liderazgo para el año escolar 2026-27? ¡Postúlate para convertirte en el próximo estudiante miembro honorario de la Junta de Educación! Obtén más información y postúlate en cps.edu/HSBMapplication.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:21:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Together Towards Peace/Juntos hacia la paz]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2182631</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us after school for a powerful space to express yourself through art, poetry, and conversation. 💬🎨

🗓 Wednesday, April 1st
⏰ 1:40 – 3:00 PM
📍 Warrior Room]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:09:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Schedules March 16-20 / ¡Horario especial para el 16-20 de marzo!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:25:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Local Student Council  Elections on Wednesday March 18th!/Elecciones del LSC (Concilio Escolar Local) ¡el miércoles 18 de marzo!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Local Student Council  Elections on Wednesday March 18th!/Elecciones del LSC (Concilio Escolar Local) ¡el miércoles 18 de marzo!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:04:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🎓 Class of 2026 Senior Interview Day/🎓 Día de entrevistas para los alumnos de la generacion de 2026]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:31:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Advisory Council - Internet Safety with CACC/Consejo Asesor de Padres: Seguridad en Internet con CACC]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parent Advisory Council - Internet Safety with CACC
🗓 Tuesday, March 17
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Virtual 

Consejo Asesor de Padres: Seguridad en Internet con CACC   
🗓 Martes, 17 de marzo
⏰ 16:30 – 18:00
📍 Virtual]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:14:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Teacher Conferences /¡Reuniones entre padres y maestros]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2172348</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:09:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lucero Health & Resource Fair/Feria de salud y recursos Lucero]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[HEALTH & RESOURCE FAIR
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Richards Career Academy
1435 W. 50th Street, Door 14, Chicago
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FERIA DE SALUD Y RECURSOS
🕙 10:00 a. m. – 1:00 p. m.
📍 Richards Career Academy
1435 W. 50th Street, puerta 14, Chicago]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:58:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Google 101]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:12:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Field Museum @ RCA on March 4th/Museo Field @ RCA]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:33:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Galentine's for Mom's @ RCA/Galentine's para Mamas en RCA]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you to all the parents who joined us for Galentine’s Day with L.U.C.E.R.O 💕

We loved spending the morning together focusing on women’s wellness. A special thank you to UChicago for the health screenings, and to everyone who came out and made the event so meaningful.
Gracias a todos los padres que se unieron a nosotros para celebrar el Día de Galentine con L.U.C.E.R.O 💕

Nos encantó pasar la mañana juntos centrados en el bienestar de las mujeres. Un agradecimiento especial a la Universidad de Chicago por los exámenes médicos y a todos los que asistieron e hicieron que el evento fuera tan significativo.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:01:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCA After School Programming/Programación después de la escuela de RCA]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Richards offers free after-school programming  Monday through Friday! Students can participate in a variety of engaging activities that support both academic success and personal growth. Check out the schedule  to explore all the programs available for your student.

¡En Richards estamos muy contentos de ofrecer programas extracurriculares gratuitos de lunes a viernes! Los estudiantes pueden participar en una variedad de actividades que apoyan tanto el éxito académico como su desarrollo personal. Revise este horario para explorar todos los programas disponibles para su estudiante]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:12:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join Black Student Union!/¡Únete a la Unión de Estudiantes Negros!]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2166869</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:16:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Semester 1 Dean’s Scholars Celebration/ Celebración de los becarios del decano del primer semestre]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2166861</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:10:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Attendance Challenge/Desafio de Asistencia]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2166849</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Attendance Challenge – Quarter 3
Prepare yourself for an exciting new Quarter 3 attendance challenge! Achieve 90% attendance from January 6–March 6 for a chance to earn "Most Improved Attendance" from Q2 to Q3 and win a special prize.
Desafío de asistencia – Tercer trimestre
¡Prepárate para un nuevo y emocionante desafío de asistencia en el tercer trimestre! Consigue un 90 % de asistencia entre el 6 de enero y el 6 de marzo para tener la oportunidad de ganar el premio al "Mayor avance en asistencia" entre el segundo y el tercer trimestre y llevarte un premio especial.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:50:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Nylons and Knick-Knacks club is seeking students/El club Nylons and Knick-Knacks busca estudiantes.]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nylons & Knick-Knacks Club — Students Wanted!

Love creating, crafting, and working with your hands? Join us for a fun, creative space to learn new skills and make unique projects together.
🗓 Wednesdays
⏰ 1:40–3:00 PM
Club Nylons & Knick-Knacks: ¡Se buscan estudiantes!
¿Te encanta crear, hacer manualidades y trabajar con las manos? Únete a nosotros en un espacio divertido y creativo para aprender nuevas habilidades y realizar proyectos únicos juntos.
🗓 Miércoles
⏰ 1:40–3:00 p. m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:04:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Order Your Yearbook!/¡Pide tu anuario!]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2166830</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Order Your Yearbook!
Don’t miss out on this year’s memories—order your yearbook today at TreeRing.com for $20. Customize your pages and save your memories!
¡Pide tu anuario!
No te pierdas los recuerdos de este año: pide hoy mismo tu anuario en TreeRing.com por 20 $. ¡Personaliza tus páginas y guarda tus recuerdos!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:36:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Black History Month Spirit Week/Semana del Espíritu del Mes de la Historia Afroamericana]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[📅 Feb 23–27
Join us in celebrating Black history, culture, and contributions all week long. Show your spirit and celebrate together.

Acompáñanos a celebrar la historia, cultura y contribuciones afroamericanas durante toda la semana. ¡Participa y muestra tu espíritu!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:56:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Valentine's Spirit Week / Semana del Espíritu de San Valentín]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2164926</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's Warrior love all week, February 9-13!
Es la semana del amor Guerreros, del 9 al 13 de febrero.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:44:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[How to report absences/Cómo reportar ausencias]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2160588</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:34:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet Mr. Sanchez – Resource Coordinator at Richards/Conozca al Sr. Sánchez, coordinador de recursos en Richards]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meet Mr. Sanchez – Resource Coordinator at Richards
We’re excited to introduce Mr. Sanchez, our new Resource Coordinator at Richards. Mr. Sanchez brings five years of experience working with BPNC and a strong passion for connecting people to meaningful resources. He is a UChicago graduate with a degree in Mathematics, earned three years ago. When working from home, you’ll often find him posted up at local coffee shops—always on the hunt for great coffee and good vibes. Outside of work, he enjoys rock climbing, hiking, and playing tennis in the summer, tending to his plants, and exploring new restaurants around the city. When Chicago weather keeps him indoors, he stays busy building personal coding projects. We’re thrilled to have him supporting our Richards community.

Conozca al Sr. Sánchez, coordinador de recursos en Richards
Nos complace presentar al Sr. Sánchez, nuestro nuevo coordinador de recursos en Richards. El Sr. Sánchez aporta cinco años de experiencia trabajando con BPNC y una gran pasión por conectar a las personas con recursos significativos. Se graduó en Matemáticas por la Universidad de Chicago hace tres años. Cuando trabaja desde casa, es habitual encontrarlo en las cafeterías locales, siempre en busca de un buen café y un ambiente agradable. Fuera del trabajo, le gusta practicar escalada, senderismo y tenis en verano, cuidar de sus plantas y explorar nuevos restaurantes de la ciudad. Cuando el tiempo en Chicago le obliga a quedarse en casa, se mantiene ocupado creando proyectos personales de programación. Estamos encantados de que forme parte de nuestra comunidad Richards.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:03:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring 2026 Creative Schools Fund grant recipient! 🎉/Fondo para Escuelas Creativas de la primavera de 2026. 🎉]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[With support from Ingenuity and public sector partners, we are thrilled to announce that we are a Spring 2026 Creative Schools Fund grant recipient! 🎉

This grant is dedicated to providing equitable access to high-quality arts education in @chipublicschools. We’re thrilled to partner with the National Museum of Mexican Art (NMMA) to bring Ceramics programming to Art classes at Richards, fostering our students' sense of identity and building their creative confidence!

Con el apoyo de Ingenuity y socios del sector público, nos complace anunciar que somos beneficiarios de una subvención del Fondo para Escuelas Creativas de la primavera de 2026. 🎉

Esta subvención está destinada a proporcionar un acceso equitativo a una educación artística de alta calidad en @chipublicschools. Estamos encantados de colaborar con el Museo Nacional de Arte Mexicano (NMMA) para llevar la programación de cerámica a las clases de arte de Richards, fomentando el sentido de identidad de nuestros alumnos y desarrollando su confianza creativa.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:40:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Respiratory Illness Guidance/Guía sobre enfermedades respiratorias]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Respiratory Illness Guidance
As respiratory illnesses increase during the colder months, Chicago Public Schools has shared helpful guidance for families. Learn about common respiratory illnesses, symptoms to watch for, and simple steps you can take to help keep your family and school community healthy.
👉 Please take a moment to review the CPS guidance at the link below.

Guía sobre enfermedades respiratorias
Dado que las enfermedades respiratorias aumentan durante los meses más fríos, las Escuelas Públicas de Chicago han compartido una guía útil para las familias. Obtenga información sobre las enfermedades respiratorias comunes, los síntomas a los que hay que prestar atención y las medidas sencillas que puede tomar para ayudar a mantener la salud de su familia y la comunidad escolar.
👉 Dedique unos minutos a revisar la guía de CPS en el enlace que aparece a continuación.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:04:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reminder! SNAP Changes February 1st/¡Recordatorio! Cambios en SNAP el 1 de febrero.]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Food Support Updates:
SNAP changes that were to take effect on December 1 2025 have been postponed until February 1, 2026.  Families are encouraged to check the link for the most current updates.Use the IDHS Food Resource Map to find nearby grocery and meal programs that fit your schedule. 

Visit We Got You Illinois for a full list of food pantries and meal programs across Chicago and Cook County. Governor Pritzker recently added $20 million in support for food access. Need help finding options? Call the Healthy Kids Hotline: (773) 553-KIDS.

Actualizaciones sobre ayuda alimentaria:
Los cambios en el programa SNAP que debían entrar en vigor el 1 de diciembre de 2025 se han pospuesto hasta el 1 de febrero de 2026.  Se recomienda a las familias que consulten el enlace para obtener la información más actualizada. Utilice el mapa de recursos alimentarios del IDHS para encontrar programas de comidas y tiendas de comestibles cercanos que se adapten a su horario. 

Visite We Got You Illinois para obtener una lista completa de los bancos de alimentos y programas de comidas en Chicago y el condado de Cook. El gobernador Pritzker ha añadido recientemente 20 millones de dólares en ayudas para el acceso a alimentos. ¿Necesita ayuda para encontrar opciones? Llame a la línea directa Healthy Kids: (773) 553-KIDS.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:16:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[📣 11th Grade Family Night – You’re Invited! 🎓/📣 Noche familiar de 11.º grado: ¡están invitados! 🎓]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2154546</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[📣 11th Grade Family Night – You’re Invited! 🎓
Families of our 11th graders, please join us for an important Family Night focused on preparing students for senior year and beyond. We’ll be sharing key information about:
✔️ ACT testing
✔️ Post-secondary tasks
✔️ Senior expectations
✔️ GPA & attendance
✔️ Transcript authorization
🗓 Thursday, January 29
⏰ 5:00–6:00 PM

📣 Noche familiar de 11.º grado: ¡están invitados! 🎓
Familias de nuestros alumnos de 11.º grado, les invitamos a participar en una importante Noche Familiar centrada en la preparación de los alumnos para el último año y más allá. Compartiremos información clave sobre:
✔️ Las pruebas ACT.
✔️ Las tareas postsecundarias.
✔️ Las expectativas para el último año.
✔️ El promedio de calificaciones (GPA) y la asistencia.
✔️ La autorización de expedientes académicos.
🗓 Jueves, 29 de enero.
⏰ 5:00-6:00 p. m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:41:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Local School Council (LSC): Concilio Escolar Local (LSC)]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2154529</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Local School Council (LSC):  
Parents and Guardians– please consider joining our Local School Council (LSC).  We need you!  Visit cps.edu/lscelection for more information and to submit your online application by January 20, 2026.  
Concilio Escolar Local (LSC)
Padres & Tutores: por favor, considere unirse a nuestro Consejo Escolar Local (LSC).Visite cps.edu/lscelection para obtener más información y enviar su solicitud en línea antes del 20 de enero de 2026.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:05:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🎥📸 Check out the new Warriors Media Club website!/🎥📸 ¡Echa un vistazo a la nueva página web del Warriors Media Club!]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2154517</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[🎥📸 Check out the new Warriors Media Club website!
Explore student-created content, club updates, and all things WMC. Visit the site and see the Warriors’ creativity in action!

🎥📸 ¡Echa un vistazo a la nueva página web del Warriors Media Club!
Explora el contenido creado por los estudiantes, las novedades del club y todo lo relacionado con el WMC. ¡Visita la página y descubre la creatividad de los Warriors en acción!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:53:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Culinary Arts Sophomore Capstone Breakfast Buffet/Desayuno bufé de culminación del segundo año de Artes Culinarias]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Culinary Arts Sophomore Capstone Breakfast Buffet – 
Thank you all who helped support the Culinary program during the Sophomore breakfast brunch buffet!! Our students did amazing.  They were so proud to show off their new skills ☺️

Desayuno bufé de culminación del segundo año de Artes Culinarias –
¡Gracias a todos los que ayudaron a apoyar el programa culinario durante el desayuno bufé del segundo año! Nuestros estudiantes lo hicieron increíble.  Estaban muy orgullosos de mostrar sus nuevas habilidades.☺️]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:37:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Wallet  Wisdom!/Sabiduría de la billetera]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2149230</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome the New Year and take advantage of our special "Wallet Wisdom"  a six-week program  to set your financial resolutions and start the year off on the right foot with the help of the National Financial Literacy Project! Learn how to manage your family's finances effectively and develop smart financial habits. This program will be in english and  held virtually every Tuesday starting January 20th @ 5pm. 

When: Every Tuesday @5pm starting on 1/20/26
Link: https://meet.google.com/tpv-scxv-gvf

¡Dé la bienvenida al Año Nuevo y aproveche nuestro programa especial «Wallet Wisdom» (Sabiduría financiera), de seis semanas de duración, para establecer sus propósitos financieros y empezar el año con buen pie con la ayuda del Proyecto Nacional de Educación Financiera! Aprenda a gestionar eficazmente las finanzas de su familia y a desarrollar hábitos financieros inteligentes. Este programa se impartirá en inglés y se celebrará virtualmente todos los martes a partir del 20 de enero a las 5 de la tarde. 

Cuándo: todos los martes a las 5 p. m. a partir del 20/1/26.
Enlace: https://meet.google.com/tpv-scxv-gvf]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:48:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Local School Council Elections/Elecciones de LSC (Concilio Escolar Local)]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2148994</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Looking for a way to make an impact at our school? Parents are encouraged to participate in the LSC elections. Candidate materials are due January 20. Join other families in helping guide important school decisions—contact Ms. Navarro to learn more Senavarro2@cps.edu
¿Busca una forma de influir en nuestra escuela? Animamos a los padres a participar en las elecciones del LSC. El plazo para presentar la documentación de los candidatos finaliza el 20 de enero. Únase a otras familias para ayudar a orientar las decisiones importantes de la escuela. Póngase en contacto con la Sra. Navarro para obtener más información: Senavarro2@cps.edu.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 12:19:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Attendance Challenge Celebration/Celebración del reto de asistencia]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2148992</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Friday, December 12, the Attendance Team celebrated students who achieved 90% or higher attendance in Quarter 2 with ice cream and video games. Congratulations to our students for showing up and staying committed!
El viernes 12 de diciembre, el equipo de asistencia celebró con helados y videojuegos a los alumnos que lograron una asistencia del 90 % o superior en el segundo trimestre. ¡Enhorabuena a nuestros alumnos por asistir y mantener su compromiso!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:53:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Vacation/Vacaciones de invierno]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2148989</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Schools are closed December 22nd - January 6th. Reminder that Monday, January 5th 2026 is a professional development day and will be a day of nonattendance for students. Classes will resume on January 6th, 2026.

Las escuelas permanecerán cerradas del 22 de diciembre al 6 de enero. Les recordamos que el lunes 5 de enero de 2026 es un día de desarrollo profesional y no habrá clases para los alumnos. Las clases se reiniciarán el 6 de enero de 2026.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:44:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holiday Fun Happenings!/¡Diversión para las fiestas!]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2145286</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Another Spirit Week is here! Yes, December 15-19 is Semester 1 Exams and Closeout Week.  And, let’s have some fun while doing it! Student Council is sponsoring our annual Holiday Spirit Week.  Get your outfits ready!!

¡Ya está aquí otra Semana del Espíritu! Sí, del 15 al 19 de diciembre es la semana de exámenes y cierre del primer semestre. ¡Y vamos a divertirnos mientras lo hacemos! El Consejo Estudiantil patrocina nuestra Semana del Espíritu Navideño anual. ¡Prepara tus trajes!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:31:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holiday Cheer at RCA!  ¡Alegría festiva en RCA!]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2145331</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, December 10th, our students enjoyed a festive ornament-making workshop filled with creativity and holiday cheer. They designed their own unique ornaments, experimenting with colors, textures, and plenty of sparkle. It was a fun, hands-on way for students to unwind, express themselves, and kick off the season with a little extra joy.

El miércoles 10 de diciembre, nuestros estudiantes disfrutaron de un taller festivo de creación de adornos lleno de creatividad y espíritu navideño. Diseñaron adornos únicos, explorando colores, texturas y un toque de brillo. Fue una actividad divertida y práctica para relajarse, expresarse y comenzar la temporada con un poco más de alegría.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:27:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Food Support Updates/ Actualizaciones sobre ayuda alimentaria:]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2145305</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:41:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Need Immigration Support?¿Necesita ayuda con el tema de la inmigración?]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2145299</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Need Immigration Support?
Visit this page to find trusted immigration resources, community partners, and up-to-date information to help you and your family stay informed and supported.
¿Necesita ayuda con el tema de la inmigración?
Visite esta página para encontrar recursos confiables sobre inmigración, socios comunitarios e información actualizada que le ayudarán a usted y a su familia a mantenerse informados y recibir apoyo.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:38:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Get protected this respiratory illness season/Protégete esta temporada de enfermedades respiratorias]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2143099</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:32:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Local School Council (LSC) Meeting ✨/Reunión del Concilio Escolar Local (LSC) ✨]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2143086</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:22:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Keys, Canvas, and Cuisine/Teclas, Lienzos y Cocina]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2143077</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:12:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holiday Fun Happenings!/¡Diversión para las fiestas!]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2143072</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Holiday Fun Happenings! 

Students are invited to attend a tree decorating and ornament making workshop after school on Wednesday, December 10.  There is a limit of 25 students who may participate.  

¡Diversión para las fiestas!

Se invita a los alumnos a asistir a un taller de decoración de árboles y elaboración de adornos después de clase el miércoles 10 de diciembre. Hay un límite de 25 alumnos que pueden participar.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:06:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🎉 Fun Friday /🎉 Viernes Divertido]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2135207</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 15:26:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[📸 School Picture Day/ 📸 Día de Fotos Escolares]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2133131</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:51:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🎃 Halloween & Día de los Muertos at RCA! 💀/🎃 ¡Halloween y el Día de los Muertos en RCA! 💀]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2128958</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:56:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CTA Field Trip/Excursión de la CTA]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2128942</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[FAFSA Workshop with ISAC 🎓/Taller de FAFSA con ISAC 🎓]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2128934</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Freshman Parent Night 🎒/Noche para padres de 9 grado🎒]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2128918</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:18:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Senior Night Success! ¡Éxito en la Noche de 12 Grado!]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2128909</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:11:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Senior Night- Noche de 12 Grado]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2122773</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent/Teacher conferences - Reuniones de padres y maestros]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2122766</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:13:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Advisory Council (PAC) -Concilio Asesor de Padres(PAC)]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/2122770</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Richards is a Sustainable Community School]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/1513224</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You’ve heard, “It takes a village to raise a child.” SCS are the embodiment of that saying – they are community hubs designed to provide wraparound academic, health, and social support for the entire community beyond the traditional 9 am – 3 pm school day. By leveraging community assets, resources, and external partnerships to provide comprehensive community care, SCS brings students, parents, educators, school staff, community members, and service providers together in a coordinated effort to promote neighborhood health and well-being. It is a community-led, community-driven approach to educational justice and equity.

SCS are not an unproven program. They are a paradigm shift in how we think about education.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:49:58 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCA Open House/ Casa Abierta]]></title>
				<link>http://richards.cps.edu/apps/news/article/1513222</link>
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