Principal's Message
James Thurman
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
Friday, October 9, 2026
Eastern Illinois University [In-person Visit]
11:30 AM
PPS Office
Eastern Illinois University [In-person Visit]
Date: Oct 9
Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: PPS Office
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Omar Solomon
Office Phone
2175490375
Email
oasolomon@eiu.edu
Date
Friday, October 9, 2026
Time
11:30 AM-12:30 PM CDT
College
Eastern Illinois University
Internal Notes
Monday, October 12, 2026
No School - Indigenous Peoples' Day
No School - Indigenous Peoples' Day
Date: Oct 12
Calendar: South-Main
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
End of 1st Quarter
End of 1st Quarter
Date: Oct 13
Calendar: South-Main
Illinois State University [In-person Visit]
11:30 AM
PPS Office
Illinois State University [In-person Visit]
Date: Oct 13
Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: PPS Office
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Derrick Small Jr
Office Phone
3094387066
Email
dbsmall@ilstu.edu
Date
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Time
11:30 AM-12:30 PM CDT
College
Illinois State University
Internal Notes
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Western Michigan University [In-person Visit]
9:25 AM
PPS Office
Western Michigan University [In-person Visit]
Date: Oct 15
Time: 9:25 AM to 10:25 AM
Location: PPS Office
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
LaShundra Patterson
Office Phone
2693872214
Email
lashundra.patterson@wmich.edu
Date
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Time
9:25 AM-10:25 AM CDT
College
Western Michigan University
Internal Notes
Hispanic Heritage Month Fiesta!
4:00 PM
Cafeteria
Hispanic Heritage Month Fiesta!
Date: Oct 15
Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Cafeteria
Cost: Free!
Calendar: South-Main
Everyone is welcome to join us for our annual Hispanic Heritage Month Fiesta! Free admission with food and drinks for sale. All ages welcome!
Friday, October 16, 2026
Purdue University Northwest [In-person Visit]
9:25 AM
Red Wolves College and Career Center (Room 117)
Purdue University Northwest [In-person Visit]
Date: Oct 16
Time: 9:25 AM to 10:25 AM
Location: Red Wolves College and Career Center (Room 117)
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Hecter Salomon Cabrera
Office Phone
Email
hcabrera@pnw.edu
Date
Friday, October 16, 2026
Time
9:25 AM-10:25 AM CDT
College
Purdue University Northwest
Internal Notes
Purdue University Northwest [In-person Visit]
11:30 AM
Red Wolves College and Career Center (Room 117)
Purdue University Northwest [In-person Visit]
Date: Oct 16
Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: Red Wolves College and Career Center (Room 117)
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Hecter Salomon Cabrera
Office Phone
Email
hcabrera@pnw.edu
Date
Friday, October 16, 2026
Time
11:30 AM-12:30 PM CDT
College
Purdue University Northwest
Internal Notes
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Indiana State University [In-person Visit]
9:25 AM
PPS Office
Indiana State University [In-person Visit]
Date: Oct 20
Time: 9:25 AM to 10:25 AM
Location: PPS Office
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Braeden Mueller
Office Phone
8122372509
Email
braeden.mueller@indstate.edu
Date
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Time
9:25 AM-10:25 AM CDT
College
Indiana State University (Terre Haute, IN)
Internal Notes
University of St Francis [In-person Visit]
11:30 AM
PPS Office
University of St Francis [In-person Visit]
Date: Oct 20
Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: PPS Office
Calendar: South College Visits
Representative
Araceli Manzo
Office Phone
8157403635
Email
amanzo@stfrancis.edu
Date
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Time
11:30 AM-12:30 PM CDT
College
University of St Francis
Internal Notes