Principal's Message
James Thurman
July 9, 2026
Welcome to Thornton Fractional South High School; a place where every student is known, challenged, and empowered to achieve their highest potential.
As Principal, I am honored to serve a school community with a proud tradition and an even brighter future. At TF South, we believe that excellence is built through meaningful relationships, high expectations, and a commitment to continuous growth. Every day, we strive to create an environment where students feel a sense of belonging, embrace challenges, and develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed in college, careers, and life.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Thornton Fractional District 215 College, Career & Transitions Fair [Fair]
5:00 PM
Thornton Fractional District 215 College, Career & Transitions Fair [Fair]
Date: Sep 30
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Calendar: South College Visits
Number of Colleges Attending
1
Colleges Attending
Hanover College
Instructions to Attendees
Internal Notes About This Fair
Date
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Time
5:00 PM-7:00 PM CDT
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Bradley University [In-person Visit]
11:30 AM
Red Wolves College and Career Center (Room 117)
Bradley University [In-person Visit]
Date: Oct 1
Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: Red Wolves College and Career Center (Room 117)
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Nicole Mischler
Office Phone
309-677-3672
Email
nmischler@fsmail.bradley.edu
Date
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time
11:30 AM-12:30 PM CDT
College
Bradley University
Internal Notes
Friday, October 2, 2026
Illinois College [In-person Visit]
9:25 AM
PPS Office
Illinois College [In-person Visit]
Date: Oct 2
Time: 9:25 AM to 10:25 AM
Location: PPS Office
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Sarah Twaddle
Office Phone
6306740698
Email
sarah.twaddle@ic.edu
Date
Friday, October 2, 2026
Time
9:25 AM-10:25 AM CDT
College
Illinois College
Internal Notes
Homecoming Football Game vs. Tinley Park HS
4:30 PM
TF South
Homecoming Football Game vs. Tinley Park HS
Date: Oct 2
Time: 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: TF South
Calendar: South-Main
Fresh/Soph game at 4:30; Varsity plays at 7:00pm
Purchase tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15698
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Homecoming Dance
6:00 PM
Red Gym
Homecoming Dance
Date: Oct 3
Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Red Gym
Cost: TBA
Calendar: South-Main
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Grand Valley State University [In-person Visit]
11:30 AM
PPS Office
Grand Valley State University [In-person Visit]
Date: Oct 6
Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: PPS Office
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Maria Koeppen
Office Phone
7088431233
Email
koeppenm@gvsu.edu
Date
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Time
11:30 AM-12:30 PM CDT
College
Grand Valley State University
Internal Notes
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Ball State University [In-person Visit]
11:30 AM
PPS Office
Ball State University [In-person Visit]
Date: Oct 8
Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: PPS Office
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Alex Campos
Office Phone
7652857634
Email
acampos4@bsu.edu
Date
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Time
11:30 AM-12:30 PM CDT
College
Ball State University
Internal Notes