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
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Loyola University Chicago [In-person Visit]
11:30 AM
PPS Office
Loyola University Chicago [In-person Visit]
Date: Sep 22
Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: PPS Office
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Georgia Fosse
Office Phone
7735083943
Email
gfosse@luc.edu
Date
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Time
11:30 AM-12:30 PM CDT
College
Loyola University Chicago (Chicago, IL)
Internal Notes
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Infinite Scholars Fair [Fair]
10:00 AM
Infinite Scholars Fair [Fair]
Date: Sep 23
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Calendar: South College Visits
Number of Colleges Attending
2
Colleges Attending
University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Husson University
Instructions to Attendees
Please contact Mrs. Angela Shama with any questions at ashama@tfd215.org or call (708) 585-2196.
Internal Notes About This Fair
Date
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Time
10:00 AM-2:00 PM CDT
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Governors State University [In-person Visit]
9:25 AM
Red Wolves College and Career Center (Room 117)
Governors State University [In-person Visit]
Date: Sep 24
Time: 9:25 AM to 10:25 AM
Location: Red Wolves College and Career Center (Room 117)
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Kimelia Carter
Office Phone
7082357614
Email
kcarter5@govst.edu
Date
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Time
9:25 AM-10:25 AM CDT
College
Governors State University
Internal Notes
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Quincy University [In-person Visit]
9:25 AM
PPS Office
Quincy University [In-person Visit]
Date: Sep 29
Time: 9:25 AM to 10:25 AM
Location: PPS Office
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Evan Culbreth
Office Phone
2172285255
Email
e.culbreth49@quincy.edu
Date
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Time
9:25 AM-10:25 AM CDT
College
Quincy University (Quincy, IL)
Internal Notes
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