Students

Raptor Visitor Management System is utilized to record visitor entrance onto our campus. Raptor allows our staff the ability to screen visitors, contractors, and volunteers against national registered sex offender databases, as well as any internal databases (i.e. custodial issues, restraining orders, prohibited contact).

Upon entering Resurrection, all visitors will be asked to present state government-issued identification (i.e. driver’s license, state ID card, United States Passport Card, military ID card), which will be scanned or manually entered into the system.  If a parent or guardian does not have a government-issued ID, the school staff member can use any form of identification and manually enter the person’s name into the Raptor system with approval from an administrator. The Raptor system checks the visitor's name and date of birth for comparison with a national database of registered sex offenders.

The registered sex offender database is the only official database checked by the Raptor system. No other data from the ID is gathered or recorded and the information is not shared with any outside agency. Once entry is approved, Raptor will issue a badge that identifies the visitor, the date, and the purpose of his/her visit. A visitor’s badge will not be necessary for those who visit our school simply to drop off an item in the office or pick up paperwork.

The safety of our students is our highest priority and the Raptor Visitor Management System allows us to quickly identify those who may present a danger to our students.  

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Principal Richard Piwowarski at rpiwowarski@reshs.org or 773-775-6616 Ext. 130.  

Safe and Respectful Environment 

Resurrection College Prep High School strives to provide a safe, secure, and respectful environment for young women entrusted to its care. Students are to report any instances where they have experienced a breach in safety and security or any situations in which they feel unsafe. Such reporting can be made to a school counselor, the Dean, or another member of Administration.

Building Security

Building security is highly important and everyone’s responsibility. Therefore, everyone is strongly encouraged to alert a school staff member to anything that is unusual or suspicious. If you see something, say something. As a reminder, all visitors must enter through the Main Office. Doors are never to be opened for visitors — signs on outer doors direct visitors to the Main Office.

Building Access

The school building is open starting at 7:30 a.m. 

Students and guests entering the building are to use door #1 (Main Entrance). All students and guests need to check in with the Main Office upon arrival.

Students are to use only doors #8 and #3 to exit the building.

Other doors are not to be used as exits. Exiting the building through the #5 and #6 doors will lead to an enclosed, locked area of the campus which offers no ability to leave that area. Therefore, doors #5 and #6 are to be used only in an emergency situation.

Students staying after the school day ends are to be under the direct supervision of a faculty or staff member.

The academic area of the building closes at 4:15 p.m. This area will be locked. Therefore, students will not have access to their lockers.

Students are encouraged to have their rides pick them up before 4 p.m. Students waiting for a ride after 4 p.m. are to wait outside the Main Office by door #1.

Off-campus behavior

Off-campus behavior that contributes to on-campus conflicts or violation of school rules will be addressed by the Dean’s Office. Additionally, behavior outside of school reflects on the reputation of the school. A pattern of student inappropriate off-campus behavior will result in consequences that may impact continued enrollment or other disciplinary sanctions, as warranted to maintain a safe and respectful school environment.

Safety Reminders

Safety is our highest concern and we remind students, parents, and staff to immediately report any suspicious person or persons either on-campus or off, including incidents before or after school. Please refer to the Safety & Security section of the Student Handbook for additional information about safety on campus.

In the case of any emergency or suspicious activity, take the following steps:

Step 1 - Dial 911
Step 2 - Report incidents immediately to the Main Office.

We also remind students to utilize safe practices when traveling, including the following:

• Be alert and travel in well-lit and well-populated areas
• Whenever possible, travel in pairs or groups
• Be aware of surroundings and report suspicious activity
• Keep money, phone, and other distractions out of sight

Uniform & Dress Code

At Resurrection College Prep, our uniform and dress code support an atmosphere of equity, modesty, and mutual respect. Students are expected to wear the approved uniform each day and follow all grooming and dress code expectations as outlined in the 2025–2026 Student/Parent Handbook.

Where to Purchase

All uniform items must be purchased through Schoolbelles Uniform Company.

Daily Uniform Requirements

• Top: Black or gray Resurrection polo

• Bottoms:

  • Class-level skirt (see below)

  • OR Schoolbelles uniform pants (optional alternative)

• Socks, Tights, or Leggings: Solid white, black, or gray (socks must be visible; leggings must be ankle-length and form-fitting)

• Shoes: Sneakers or casual shoes with backs

• Mass Days: Dress shoes or white, black, or gray sneakers only

Class Skirt Styles

• Class of 2026: University Plaid, box-pleat skirt

• Class of 2027: Heather Grey, stitched-down kick pleat skirt

• Class of 2028: McDonald Plaid, stitched-down kick pleat skirt

• Class of 2029: TBD

Note: Skirts must be no more than 3 inches above the knee. Shorts under skirts must not be visible. No other under-skirt apparel is allowed.

Optional Uniform Items

• Schoolbelles quarter-zip sweatshirt

• Microfleece front zip-up jacket

• Solid white, black, or gray tank tops/camisoles may be worn under polos

Footwear Guidelines

• Allowed: Sneakers or casual shoes with backs

• Not Allowed: Slippers, Crocs, sandals, or shoes with open backs

• Winter Boots: Permitted (mid-calf only) on designated days announced by administration

Dress Code Violations

Students out of uniform may be required to remove the item in question and retrieve it after serving detention.

Chromebook Policies and AUP

In compliance with the Illinois Youth Sports Concussion Safety Act, Resurrection College Prep High School will follow Return-to-Learn and, for athletes, Return-to-Play protocols to ensure all students who experience a concussion receive necessary support.

Concussion Policy

Bullying, intimidation, and harassment diminish a student’s ability to learn and the school’s ability to educate. Resurrection College Prep is committed to fostering a learning environment in which all students feel respected and safe. Harassment or bullying of any community members is considered a serious violation of Resurrection College Prep’s behavior code.

The information submitted through this report is confidential. The information will be used to help the Resurrection College Prep staff in addressing bullying and harassing behavior. All reports will be investigated and appropriate action taken.

Report Bullying/Harassment

eCampus will now serve as Resurrection’s official online bookstore. We encourage families to place textbook orders promptly to ensure delivery before the first day of school.

Students will access the eCampus bookstore using their RES email credentials via Clever. Access the online bookstore at reshs.ecampus.com. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Wennlund at it@reshs.org.

Resurrection College Prep High School will employ e-Learning days as part of its Emergency e-Learning Plan. The goal is to provide continuity of education for students on days when school otherwise would have been canceled due to an emergency situation. On e-Learning Days, students use their RES Chromebook, home computer, or mobile device to connect to Schoology to access assignments for the day. They will be required to check-in through Zoom for attendance, and then, complete assignments as a continuation of what they are learning in their classes.

Public Act 101-0012 of the 101st Illinois General Assembly permits local school districts to establish an e-Learning plan to address student learning in a remote environment. An e-Learning day is an electronic learning day approved by the Illinois State Board of Education as a day of instruction for students who are not physically present in school buildings, with the purpose of providing access to instruction. On e-Learning days, students will work remotely. 

What is considered an “emergency situation”?
Any situation that makes a school building inhabitable and/ or transportation for buses and cars unsafe and/ or any other situation that the school principal deems an emergency situation. This may include, but is not limited to, inclement weather.

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