🚨 2026 SCJ TOPS Internship Program 🚨
The SC Johnson Careers page now has the TOPS job posting LIVE—students can begin applying today!
✅ To apply, you must:
1️⃣ Submit your application through the SC Johnson Careers page.
2️⃣ Email Nancy at NGCramer@scj.com by sharing why you are a good fit for the SC Johnson TOPS Program.
📅 Both steps are due by Friday, October 10th at 3:00 PM CST.
🌟 Summer 2026 Opportunities (4 positions available):
1 Finance/Accounting (Finance/Accounting majors)
2 Research & Development (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Biochemistry majors)
1 IT (Cyber Security, Info Security, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or Data Science majors)
📌 Info Meeting: Thursday, Oct. 9 at 9:30 AM @ Park
👉 See your counselor for details!
#InternshipOpportunity #SCJohnson #TOPSProgram #FutureLeaders
The SC Johnson Careers page now has the TOPS job posting LIVE—students can begin applying today!
✅ To apply, you must:
1️⃣ Submit your application through the SC Johnson Careers page.
2️⃣ Email Nancy at NGCramer@scj.com by sharing why you are a good fit for the SC Johnson TOPS Program.
📅 Both steps are due by Friday, October 10th at 3:00 PM CST.
🌟 Summer 2026 Opportunities (4 positions available):
1 Finance/Accounting (Finance/Accounting majors)
2 Research & Development (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Biochemistry majors)
1 IT (Cyber Security, Info Security, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or Data Science majors)
📌 Info Meeting: Thursday, Oct. 9 at 9:30 AM @ Park
👉 See your counselor for details!
#InternshipOpportunity #SCJohnson #TOPSProgram #FutureLeaders

📢 Attention Students!
The deadline to apply for Spring Start College Now & Early College Credit Programs is October 1! 🎓✨
✅ All district & state forms must be completed and returned to your counselor by the deadline.
🔗 For more details and forms, visit: rusd.org/early-college-programs
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to earn college credit while in high school! 🚀
#CollegeCredit #EarlyCollege #StartCollegeNow #RUSD
The deadline to apply for Spring Start College Now & Early College Credit Programs is October 1! 🎓✨
✅ All district & state forms must be completed and returned to your counselor by the deadline.
🔗 For more details and forms, visit: rusd.org/early-college-programs
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to earn college credit while in high school! 🚀
#CollegeCredit #EarlyCollege #StartCollegeNow #RUSD

🌟 Hey Park Students! 🌟
Want to stay in the know about scholarships, college fairs, rep visits, Promise programs & more? 🎓💼💰
👉 Join the Park College/Career/Scholarship Google Classroom today!
📌 Join Code: 5dzxqoq
This is your one-stop spot for:
✅ Scholarship opportunities
✅ College & career resources
✅ Upcoming college fairs & visits
✅ Promise program info
✅ And so much more!
Don’t miss out on important updates that can shape your future. 🚀
#CollegeReady #Scholarships #ParkHS #FutureFocused
Want to stay in the know about scholarships, college fairs, rep visits, Promise programs & more? 🎓💼💰
👉 Join the Park College/Career/Scholarship Google Classroom today!
📌 Join Code: 5dzxqoq
This is your one-stop spot for:
✅ Scholarship opportunities
✅ College & career resources
✅ Upcoming college fairs & visits
✅ Promise program info
✅ And so much more!
Don’t miss out on important updates that can shape your future. 🚀
#CollegeReady #Scholarships #ParkHS #FutureFocused

Attendance is vital for student learning, but attendance for Third Friday Count is especially important! This Friday, student attendance directly impacts the funding our schools receive for the entire year.
✅ Parents, make sure your child is in class on Friday, September 19.
#YouBelongHere 💪📚✨
✅ Parents, make sure your child is in class on Friday, September 19.
#YouBelongHere 💪📚✨

Open the door to better communication with Rooms!
If you haven’t already signed up for Apptegy’s Rooms (our two-way communication tool for parents/guardians and teachers/school staff), watch for another invitation coming your way tomorrow! It will arrive via text from 20819 or email from accounts@thrillshare.com.
View our letter to parents and guardians here: https://tinyurl.com/49x947br

Panthers! The 25-26 Yearbook is available for Pre-Order! Order yours today before prices rise. Payment plans available.

Park will host school pictures on September 11 & 12. Students will take pictures with their English class. Student ID's will be delivered to school a few weeks later.

We are counting down the days until our students return to school! Check out these important upcoming dates:
🗓️Aug. 15: 2025-26 schedules and other info released in Infinite Campus Parent Portal
🚌Aug. 25: Last day to update your address to ensure busing on first day of school (changes made after this date may take up to 8 days)
🏫Aug. 28: Open House (check your school’s website for additional information)
🍎Sept. 2: First day of school (Grades 1-12) / Parent Orientation Day (3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC)
🍎Sept. 3: First day of school (3K, 4K, 5K PCOC) for students with last names A-L
🍎Sept. 4: First day of school (3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC) for students with last names M-Z
🍎Sept. 5: All 3K, 4K, 5K and PCOC students attend
Questions? Check out our Back-to-School guide and watch for additional information coming from your child’s school soon!
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¡Estamos en el conteo regresivo para el Regreso a Clases! Dele un vistazo a estas fechas importantes:
🗓️Agto. 15: Las asignaciones de salón y otra información estarán disponibles en el Portal para Padres de Infinite Campus
🚌Agto. 25: Último día para hacer cambios de domicilio y asegurar su transporte para el primer día de clases (cambios hechos después de esta fecha pueden tardar hasta 8 días)
🏫Agto. 28: Visita Escolar/Open House (revise la página web de su escuela para más detalles)
🍎Sept. 2: Primer día de clases (grados 1-12) / Orientación para Padres de 3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC
🍎Sept. 3: Primer día de clases (3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC) para estudiantes con apellido de A-L
🍎Sept. 4: Primer día de clases (3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC) para estudiantes con apellido de M-Z
🍎Sept. 5: Todos los niños en (3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC) asisten
¿Preguntas? ¡Revise esta Guía de Regreso a Clases y esté al pendiente por más información que será enviada por la escuela de su estudiante!
🗓️Aug. 15: 2025-26 schedules and other info released in Infinite Campus Parent Portal
🚌Aug. 25: Last day to update your address to ensure busing on first day of school (changes made after this date may take up to 8 days)
🏫Aug. 28: Open House (check your school’s website for additional information)
🍎Sept. 2: First day of school (Grades 1-12) / Parent Orientation Day (3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC)
🍎Sept. 3: First day of school (3K, 4K, 5K PCOC) for students with last names A-L
🍎Sept. 4: First day of school (3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC) for students with last names M-Z
🍎Sept. 5: All 3K, 4K, 5K and PCOC students attend
Questions? Check out our Back-to-School guide and watch for additional information coming from your child’s school soon!
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¡Estamos en el conteo regresivo para el Regreso a Clases! Dele un vistazo a estas fechas importantes:
🗓️Agto. 15: Las asignaciones de salón y otra información estarán disponibles en el Portal para Padres de Infinite Campus
🚌Agto. 25: Último día para hacer cambios de domicilio y asegurar su transporte para el primer día de clases (cambios hechos después de esta fecha pueden tardar hasta 8 días)
🏫Agto. 28: Visita Escolar/Open House (revise la página web de su escuela para más detalles)
🍎Sept. 2: Primer día de clases (grados 1-12) / Orientación para Padres de 3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC
🍎Sept. 3: Primer día de clases (3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC) para estudiantes con apellido de A-L
🍎Sept. 4: Primer día de clases (3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC) para estudiantes con apellido de M-Z
🍎Sept. 5: Todos los niños en (3K, 4K, 5K, PCOC) asisten
¿Preguntas? ¡Revise esta Guía de Regreso a Clases y esté al pendiente por más información que será enviada por la escuela de su estudiante!

"What IS the deal with summer? One minute you're at a barbecue, the next you're buying notebooks like it's some kind of school-supply apocalypse!" 📝🌭
We're halfway through summer, folks. HALF. That means it's time to take a break from pool floats and popsicles and start perusing sales for pocket folders and pencil cases. Find your school's supply list here: rusd.org/supplylists
We're halfway through summer, folks. HALF. That means it's time to take a break from pool floats and popsicles and start perusing sales for pocket folders and pencil cases. Find your school's supply list here: rusd.org/supplylists

Be ready for next school year with the RUSD App. Catch up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. It's everything RUSD, in your pocket. If you haven't already, download the app! Search for Racine Unified School District in the App Store or on Google Play.

It's the Graduation Cap edition of #MasterpieceMonday! CONGRATULATIONS and GOOD LUCK, graduates! #YouBelongHere






On Sunday, about 310 seniors received their diplomas from Washington Park High School. During the ceremony, Jessica Ketterhagen, salutatorian, and Cameron Betker, valedictorian, addressed their peers.
To read more, click on the article.
https://journaltimes.com/news/local/education/article_cde49c56-610e-4387-86c1-ad0a3bf6c25e.html#tracking-source=home-top-story

Four years.
Countless memories.
One proud Panther family.
Congratulations to Park's Class of 2025! 🐾 🎓
#pantherpride #classof2025










There’s still time to fill out your FAFSA. Meet with your counselor if you need assistance.

It’s a super quick W for anyone looking to go to a 4-year, 2-year or community college. Filling out the FAFSA takes like 30 minutes - and you’ll get a lifetime of benefits. Questions? See your school counselor.
FAFSA link: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Your future self will thank you (Them? Y’alls?) for completing the FAFSA. Less debt now = more “pizza time” later. Questions? See your school counselor.
FAFSA link: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Start your journey to higher education by filling out the FAFSA. FAFSA=Free Application for Federal Student Aid (or in other words PRECIOUS MONEY FOR COLLEGE).
FAFSA link: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Are you in your Applying For Financial Aid era? Scholarships, grants and loans are just a few clicks away! Go get your FREE MONEY and complete the FAFSA today!
FAFSA link: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Your future, fast-tracked! Racine Unified students can now Direct Admit to 10 UW schools - no more applications! Learn more about the program here: https://www.rusd.org/article/1868854

Finding the FAFSA confusing? Or thinking, what the heck is the FAFSA? We got you! Swing into your high school counselor’s office for assistance completing the FAFSA and to secure your FREE MONEY to pay for college.

