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![Book Cover: Explain the Joke]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749560469/richfieldschoolsorg/p383gr4btyx2tyd5x8sm/ExplaintheJoke.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749560469/richfieldschoolsorg/p383gr4btyx2tyd5x8sm/ExplaintheJoke.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749560469/richfieldschoolsorg/p383gr4btyx2tyd5x8sm/ExplaintheJoke.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749560469/richfieldschoolsorg/p383gr4btyx2tyd5x8sm/ExplaintheJoke.png","width":1050}])
Ever wondered why a joke is funny? Centennial ELL Teacher Sean Tomás Fleming turned that question into a published book that breaks down wordplay and cultural references to help readers learn language through laughter.
![Graduation Caps]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746627849/richfieldschoolsorg/hswg5djydx5wy9e1e67h/GraduationCap.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746627849/richfieldschoolsorg/hswg5djydx5wy9e1e67h/GraduationCap.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746627849/richfieldschoolsorg/hswg5djydx5wy9e1e67h/GraduationCap.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746627849/richfieldschoolsorg/hswg5djydx5wy9e1e67h/GraduationCap.png","width":1001}])
We’re proud to share that Richfield High School’s four-year graduation rate outperforms the statewide rate in virtually every student group—a testament to our staff's unwavering focus on equity and student success.
![Districtwide Choral Festival Success]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740678403/richfieldschoolsorg/fuenz3xdcdx06oz0ojpy/f71b08f9-8d2e-47fb-a2dd-e1d9827a536a.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740678403/richfieldschoolsorg/fuenz3xdcdx06oz0ojpy/f71b08f9-8d2e-47fb-a2dd-e1d9827a536a.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740678403/richfieldschoolsorg/fuenz3xdcdx06oz0ojpy/f71b08f9-8d2e-47fb-a2dd-e1d9827a536a.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1740678403/richfieldschoolsorg/fuenz3xdcdx06oz0ojpy/f71b08f9-8d2e-47fb-a2dd-e1d9827a536a.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1740678403/richfieldschoolsorg/fuenz3xdcdx06oz0ojpy/f71b08f9-8d2e-47fb-a2dd-e1d9827a536a.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1740678403/richfieldschoolsorg/fuenz3xdcdx06oz0ojpy/f71b08f9-8d2e-47fb-a2dd-e1d9827a536a.jpg","width":2200}])
Thank you to everyone who attended this special event and supported the hundreds of talented students who performed.
![The 2025-26 District calendar is here!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1610584421/richfieldschoolsorg/ugyqt2dbatqqrttvivu7/DistrictUpdate5x7.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1610584421/richfieldschoolsorg/ugyqt2dbatqqrttvivu7/DistrictUpdate5x7.png","width":504}])
Download the 2025-26 school calendar and learn about special dates for next year.
![Two Richfield Educators Nominated for Minnesota Teacher of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739198968/richfieldschoolsorg/curd0jxczw3ofezqeo8x/MinnesotaTeacheroftheYearNomination1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739198968/richfieldschoolsorg/curd0jxczw3ofezqeo8x/MinnesotaTeacheroftheYearNomination1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739198968/richfieldschoolsorg/curd0jxczw3ofezqeo8x/MinnesotaTeacheroftheYearNomination1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1739198968/richfieldschoolsorg/curd0jxczw3ofezqeo8x/MinnesotaTeacheroftheYearNomination1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1739198968/richfieldschoolsorg/curd0jxczw3ofezqeo8x/MinnesotaTeacheroftheYearNomination1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739198968/richfieldschoolsorg/curd0jxczw3ofezqeo8x/MinnesotaTeacheroftheYearNomination1.png","width":2000}])
Two Richfield educators, Morgan Steele and Lindsey Larson, have been nominated for Minnesota Teacher of the Year!
![Centennial float in the homecoming parade.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737575398/richfieldschoolsorg/treq7ero5vrxdzfmree0/CentennialPTSO.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737575398/richfieldschoolsorg/treq7ero5vrxdzfmree0/CentennialPTSO.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737575398/richfieldschoolsorg/treq7ero5vrxdzfmree0/CentennialPTSO.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737575398/richfieldschoolsorg/treq7ero5vrxdzfmree0/CentennialPTSO.png","width":875}])
By fostering a sense of belonging for every student and family member, the PTSO ensures that everyone knows they are a valued part of the Centennial community.
