I was blessed with being accepted into the Exelon Foundation STEM Leadership Academy. The Academy was created to lift up young women interested in pursuing a career in the STEM field. I spent July 31 - August 5 in Chicago at the Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) with 59 other young women who were accepted.

Students in the pathway take a class called Virtual Enterprise International (VEI), which allows them to participate in running a virtual business. One of the first things they learn is how to make a successful elevator pitch.

The school district – and the Rockford School Board and administration – has done its part to alleviate taxpayer burden.

Coach Guth is a great chess player, but he’s an even better coach! He truly has an enthusiasm for teaching and growing the game.

We’re looking for volunteers to help RPS 205 freshmen make an informed decision on their College and Career Academy selection for their sophomore school year.

Circles of Learning hosted 12 Rockford Public Schools employees Aug. 16 as part of the Academies Summer Boot Camp.