Mr. Myles Davis teaches audio visual, marketing, and business classes and is the football coach here at Richwoods. He coaches the Offensive and Defensive Line for the Varsity team and  also is the Head...

Greetings, readers of the Shield!  We are lucky to have an incredibly unique, caring, hard-working, and talented board of teachers and staff that we can rely on, and our Spanish department is no exception. ...

Have you ever wondered why one day everyone suddenly has the same water bottle, kitchen gadget, or LED strips in their room? The answer is TikTok, a social media platform which has the ability to make...

“Our faith is a living thing precisely because it walks hand-in-hand with doubt.” This powerful quote was spoken by Cardinal Thomas Lawrence, the main character of Edward Berger’s Conclave. After...

Hello, readers of The Shield! Today, we are honored to interview Mr. Nditanchou, our wonderful Cameroonian physics teacher at Richwoods. This is Mr. Nditanchou’s second year at Richwoods, and he teaches...

Decatur, Illinois was founded in 1829, and named for Stephen Decatur - a heroic naval commodore who fought in the War of 1812. Shortly afterward in March of 1830, an extended family of likely 13 migrated...

Teenage drivers face unique challenges behind the wheel, making them more susceptible to accidents and risky behavior. With their inexperience, developing skills, and sometimes a sense of invincibility,...

Here at Richwoods we will stop at nothing to not only achieve success but strive to go far beyond it in the process. From sports to bands and even puzzles, we try to be the best at everything we apply...

We’ve all heard the saying, “New Year, New Me,” but let’s be honest, by February it’ll probably just be, “New Year, Same Me.” For most people making a New Years Resolution helps to express...

Trends come and go each year, but which ones are bound to take over in 2025? According to Heuritech.com, some predicted trends are aquatic themes, the color yellow, and strapless dresses. Read through...

The holiday season has finally arrived! With Christmas and Hanukkah coming up, I bet you’re searching for the best gifts for your loved ones. Sometimes, finding a gift for those you love is hard-you...