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Being a mother is one of the most fulfilling yet challenging roles in life. For moms of young children, the early years can be a whirlwind of emotions, learning curves, and consta...

Saturday, May 14, 2025, was a cold day outside, but for the early childhood students 0-5, laughter and warm smiles were everywhere at Blackhawk Park. Fathers and father figures br...

News Release by UIC College of Medicine A new program to provide educational opportunities to increase the number of social workers in the area is already enrolling students, than...

The Incredible Years parenting series has provided for a group of dedicated parents who have just completed this transformative journey an opportunity to learn new skills to suppo...

Superintendent Dr. Ehren Jarrett has been named the 2025 Superintendent of Distinction by his colleagues in the Kishwaukee Region of the Illinois Association of School Administrato...

By: Mitch Wilson, Assistant Principal at Constance Lane Elementary School We just wrapped up our first season of Soka Umoja, the ESL after-school soccer club at Constance Lane El...

For Teacher Appreciation Week, we asked students, families & staff to thank their favorite RPS 205 teacher and to tell us what makes them special. We’re sharing their responses on...

Teacher Appreciation Week runs Monday, May 5 to Friday, May 9. Teachers play a critical role in educating and shaping our children into the future leaders of our country. These ki...

For Teacher Appreciation Week, we asked students, families & staff to thank their favorite RPS 205 teacher and to tell us what makes them special. We’re sharing their responses on...

The last day of school is Friday, June 6, for all K-11 students. Students will follow a shortened schedule; all staff will work a full day. Students will still be provided breakfa...

Teacher Appreciation Week runs Monday, May 5 to Friday, May 9. Teachers play a critical role in educating and shaping our children into the future leaders of our country. These ki...

For Teacher Appreciation Week, we asked students, families & staff to thank their favorite RPS 205 teacher and to tell us what makes them special. We’re sharing their responses on...

By: Natalie Garnhart, RPS 205 Special Education Program Administrator The RPS Extended Campus Program continues to empower students with the skills and confidence they need to th...

RPS 205 Families, Staff, and Community - Before we look ahead, we want to express our deepest gratitude to Superintendent Dr. Ehren Jarrett for his twelve years of dedicated se...

By: Jarmeise McNeal The Culture and Student Engagement Department is thrilled to introduce a powerful and transformative training to RPS District 205: Restorative Practices! Thes...

Students from RPS 205 high schools recently had the incredible opportunity to step into the real world of healthcare through job shadowing experiences with local professionals. Th...

By: Maureen Kirschmann, Director of Attendance and Community Engagement This week, during National Volunteer Appreciation Week, we thank all of the outstanding volunteers who ge...

What do we do outside of home visiting? We offer play groups and parent participation activities to support the family’s goals and development. There are opportunities throughout...

By: Emily Klonicki, Executive Director of Alignment Rockford At Alignment Rockford, we believe in the power of partnership to create lasting change for students and families. As a...

Home visiting is not a one size fits all program. There are some foundational aspects of home visits such as parent child activity, child development information, family well-bein...