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 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
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