Richmond Elementary LRC

Richmond Elementary LRC The Richmond Learning Resource Center (LRC) serves as the library for Richmond Elementary School, which is part of the St.

Charles Community Unit School District 303. Our primary aim is to foster a love of reading and support student learning.

🚨Save a Story: The"Read Me or W**d Me" Collection!Have you ever wanted to rescue a book? Now is your chance! We’ve just ...
03/23/2026

🚨Save a Story: The"Read Me or W**d Me" Collection!

Have you ever wanted to rescue a book? Now is your chance! We’ve just launched our new Read Me or W**d Me highlighted collection, featuring titles that need your help to stay on our shelves.

Here is the scoop: every book in this special display has had five or fewer checkouts over the last five years. Because library shelf space is precious, these lonely books are currently on our removal list.

Their fate is in your hands! If these books aren't checked out and read by students this school year, they will be permanently weeded from our library to make room for new inventory. Come browse the display, discover a hidden gem, and save a great story from being removed.

Stop by the library and check one out today before it's gone for good!

📚Coming Up: Our "Spring Book Flood" Giveaway!Get ready to channel some cozy Icelandic vibes in the library next week! In...
03/23/2026

📚Coming Up: Our "Spring Book Flood" Giveaway!

Get ready to channel some cozy Icelandic vibes in the library next week! Inspired by Jolabokaflod (the "Yule Book Flood"), we’re hosting our very own Spring Break Book Giveaway.

While the Icelandic tradition usually involves giving books to others, we’re putting a "treat yourself" spin on it. We want to ensure every student has plenty of fresh stories to dive into over the break!

What to Expect:

During your scheduled library check-out after their library lesson, each student will receive:

- Two books of their choice from our free book collection.
- A library swag bag to carry their new treasures.
- A custom bookmark and pencil to kick off their break.

Note: we will not be checking out library books from our collection at that time.

Our goal is to send every student home with a personal "flood" of reading material to enjoy during their week off.

03/23/2026

🏆March Book Madness: Week 4 Winner Announced!

The buzzer has sounded, the dust has settled, and we have a winner! We are thrilled to announce that our Week 4 March Book Madness winner is the spellbinding fan-favorite, Jinx!

Jinx cast a serious spell over our readers, successfully navigating the competition to claim its spot at the top of the bracket.

So, how is your bracket looking? Are you still in the running for a perfect score, or are your predictions officially busted? Take a breather, regroup, and get your game face on—we are heading into the final four of our epic literary tournament!

03/23/2026

🏆March Book Madness: Week 3 Winner Announced!

The votes are in, the buzzer has sounded, and the results are official! We are thrilled to announce that our Week 3 March Book Madness winner is the hilarious and action-packed picture book, Piece Out by Alex Willan.

This massive fan-favorite captured readers' hearts and successfully navigated its way past the competition to advance to the next round of our bracket.

So, is your bracket still standing, or are your predictions totally busted? Take a breather, dust off your reading lists, and get your game face on—we are getting ready to tip off Week Four of our epic literary tournament!

03/10/2026

🏀 March Book Madness: Week Two Results!

⚠️ Caution: This Book Is Dangerous Advances!

The buzzer has sounded on Week Two of March Book Madness, and the matchups did not disappoint! Fans hit the voting booths hard, but after a fierce back-and-forth on the court, This Book Is Dangerous beat the shot clock to secure a well-earned spot in the next round.

So, is your bracket still standing, or are your predictions totally busted? Take a breather, dust off your reading lists, and get your game face on—we are getting ready to tip off Week Three of our epic literary tournament!

03/03/2026

📬 Stay in the Know with the LRC Newsletter!

Want the latest updates, resources, and exciting news from our LRC delivered right to you? Don’t miss out! The LRC Newsletter is your go-to source for important announcements, helpful tools, upcoming events, and highlights from our learning community.

Click the link below to explore the newest edition and stay connected:
https://app.smore.com/u/kristine.mutchler

Be sure to check back regularly so you never miss an update. We’re excited to keep you informed and inspired! 📚✨

03/03/2026

📚🏀 March Book Madness Week 1 Winner!

Are you ready for a very exciting March Book Madness update? We tallied up all of your votes, and we finally have our Week One Bracket Winner!

Drumroll, please...The winner is... Spider in the Well!

A huge thank you to our Superintendent, Dr. Gordon, for reading this awesome winning story to us.

Keep up the great reading, everyone, and get ready to vote for our next matchup.

03/03/2026

📚🏀 March Book Madness is underway — and we’re already in Week 2!

This district-wide competition has become a favorite tradition for students, teachers, and community members alike. We are thrilled to once again partner with the St. Charles Public Library and Townhouse Books to celebrate 12 incredible new picture books!

Here’s how it works:

The Reveal:
Titles were announced on Friday, February 20th — and the excitement began immediately!

The Reading:
We kicked off live read-alouds on Monday, February 23rd, and students are diving into the stories each week.

The Vote:
New this year, students are voting for their favorite titles right at the circulation desk when they check out — making every visit to the library part of the action!

The Bracket:
During the first four weeks, students engage with three books per week. The winners advance to the Final Four in Week 5, where we will crown our D303 Champion!

We can’t wait to continue sharing these amazing stories and see which book takes home the title this year! Stay tuned as the competition heats up! 🔥📖

As we look back on the month of February, we’re reflecting on a season filled with celebration, culture, and community! ...
03/03/2026

As we look back on the month of February, we’re reflecting on a season filled with celebration, culture, and community! ❄️📚✨

This past month, our Don’t Judge a Book By Its Cover collection encouraged readers to look beyond appearances and discover hidden literary gems. So many of you took a chance on a mystery read—and found a new favorite!

We were also proud to spotlight Lunar New Year, sharing stories that honor tradition, family, and fresh beginnings. 🧧🐉

In recognition of Ramadan, we curated a thoughtful collection highlighting reflection, compassion, and cultural understanding. These titles offer meaningful perspectives and powerful storytelling and really resonated with our students who celebrate this tradition.

We were proud to honor Black History Month with a special collection highlighting powerful voices, inspiring leaders, and stories that celebrate history, culture, and achievement. Thank you to everyone who explored these meaningful reads with us.

And of course, the excitement of the Winter Olympics inspired a selection of books celebrating teamwork, perseverance, and the spirit of competition. 🏅❄️

Thank you for exploring, reading, and celebrating with us all month long. We can’t wait to share what’s in store for March—stay tuned! 🌷📖

🏔️ Ready, Set, GO! ⛸️The countdown is on! ⏳ The 2026 Winter Olympics begin this Friday, February 6th, and the LRC is buz...
02/02/2026

🏔️ Ready, Set, GO! ⛸️

The countdown is on! ⏳ The 2026 Winter Olympics begin this Friday, February 6th, and the LRC is buzzing with excitement.

We’ve got books, articles, and videos queued up about everything from Figure Skating ⛸️ to Ice Hockey 🏒.

We also will have a live viewing of the opening ceremonies on Friday, Feb. 6th for all interested classes!

Question of the day: If you could compete in ONE Winter Olympic sport, what would it be? Tell us below! 👇

🧩 That’s a wrap on Puzzle Week!We had so much fun last week celebrating all things puzzles. From Gravity Mazes to Tangr...
02/02/2026

🧩 That’s a wrap on Puzzle Week!

We had so much fun last week celebrating all things puzzles. From Gravity Mazes to Tangrams and intricate Dot-to-Dots, students showed off some serious logic skills.

Check out some of our favorite moments from the day below! 👇

Meet our newest "Assistant Librarian," Bucky T.! 👋📖As the winner of our Halloween Raffle, Bucky got to spend some specia...
12/09/2025

Meet our newest "Assistant Librarian," Bucky T.! 👋📖

As the winner of our Halloween Raffle, Bucky got to spend some special time in the LRC. After fueling up with some donuts, he got right to work helping us select titles for our Winter Book Collection.

It’s always special when students get to shape the library. Be sure to stop by and check out the books Bucky selected—they are fantastic! ⛄️👀

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Saint Charles, IL
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Wednesday 9am - 3:45pm
Thursday 9am - 3:45pm
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