Rockford Public Schools

RPS 205 hosted its first-ever regional CDW & Google for Education workshop at The Quad! Nearly 50 leaders from 25 regional school districts explored Gemini, Chrome management, and next-gen classroom tools. A hands-on student component showcased real transformation in action.

1 day ago, Rockford Public Schools

Join us for an evening of music at the East High School 2025 Winter Concert! Featuring Choirs I & II, Orchestra, String Quartet, and Bands I–III.
📅 December 17 | 🕕 6:00 PM | 📍 East High School Auditorium
Celebrate the season with beautiful performances.

2 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

Poster for East High School’s 2025 Winter Concert. The design features a teal snowy background with a large yellow snowflake and text announcing the event: “East High School 2025 Winter Concert, December 17, 6:00 PM, East High School Auditorium.” Performances include Choir I, Orchestra, Band I, Choir II, String Quartet, and Bands II/III. At the bottom, there is a snowman wearing a red scarf and hat, a decorated Christmas tree, and an orange fox sitting in the snow.

The Rockford Promise Scholarship application is open now through February 5th. High school students can apply for the chance to attend college tuition free. Don’t miss this life-changing opportunity! Apply today at https://rockfordpromise.org/apply-scholarship-application/

2 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

SupplyCore stopped by Johnson Elementary to present a $2,000 check to support students in need. It's part of their Angel Giving Tree initiative. The donation will be used to purchase winter gear and other items for students with the greatest need this holiday season. Thank you!

3 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

The RPS 205 Admin Building brought the holiday spirit with our Ugly Sweater Contest!
Ugliest: Andrianna Yancy (LL Extended Campus)
Cutest: Kristina Perry (2F CI&A)
Best DIY: Kathy Sobucki (1F Welcome Center)
Head-to-Toe: Jess Micheli (2F FACE)
Congrats to all of our winners!

3 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

Rockford Public Schools is thrilled to announce the Special Programs Pre-K and Kindergarten Lotteries for the 2026-2027 school year!

Pre-K and Kindergarten applications will be accepted starting January 2, 2026, through March 13, 2026.

Kindergarten Special Programs:
Students must be 5 years old by 9/1/2026.

International Baccalaureate (IB) at Conklin
STEAM Academy at Haskell
Two-Way Language Immersion at Barbour (requires passing an oral language assessment)

Pre-Kindergarten Program:
Students must be 4 years old by 9/1/2026.

Maria Montessori at Marsh

How to Apply:
1) Complete an application at the RPS Welcome Center (bring your photo ID, two proofs of residence, and child's birth certificate)
2) Attend a mandatory orientation at the school offering the program

Learn more about each special programs:
What is Montessori?
What is STEAM Academy?
What is International Baccalaureate (IB) at Conklin?
What is Two-Way Language Immersion at Barbour?

4 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

Jefferson High School’s Advanced Theatre invites you to the 7th Annual Children’s Readers Theatre! Join us on Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 5:30pm in the JHS auditorium (4145 Samuelson Rd.). Admission is FREE! Enjoy Adventures of Frog and Toad brought to life like a bedtime story on stage.

5 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

Last week, we hosted an RPS 205 Leadership Summit for administration building staff, focusing on the power & future of data & technology. Leaders from across our district are proving what’s possible when we use these tools to build smarter schools & better serve students.

5 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

EHS Music students had an incredible experience at the Coronado! 🎶✨
They enjoyed a live performance of The Nutcracker featuring the Rockford Symphony Orchestra and Rockford Dance Company. A wonderful day filled with music, artistry, and inspiration!

8 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

We celebrated 75 future educators at our Fall Student Teacher Celebration! Administration, families & cooperating teachers from across RPS 205 came together to honor their hard work. Student teachers from 12 university partners also connected with leaders about hiring. Congrats!

8 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

Five RPS 205 artists representing three schools, were chosen in the inaugural Holiday Card contest at Noah's Ark Animal Shelter.

-Ivanna Penaloza from Jefferson HS was selected as the 1st place winner! Her card design will be printed on their holiday card that is sent to 5,000 homes and will hang at Noah's Ark for years to come.
-2nd place Abria Lambert , 7th grade, from West C.A.P.A. Middle school will have her design shared as their Happy Holidays post on their social media on December 25th.

Runners up will have their pieces featured on Noah's Ark Social Media:
-Josephine Tortorici, 8th grade, West C.A.P.A. Middle school, will have their design shared as part of their first day of winter post.
-Anny Ramirez Aguilar, 8th grade, RESA Middle school, will have their design featured as part of the holiday adoption special.
-Yanelly Cecilia Almanza,7th grade, RESA Middle school, will have their design used on New Year's Day.

Congratulations to these talented artists!

9 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

RESA Middle School hosted its first Rockford Promise event of the year! Students in grades 6–8 learned about the full-tuition scholarship opportunities and how to stay on track for their futures. This was the first step toward the big Rockford Promise celebration in May!

10 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

The Board of Education's Committee of the Whole Road Show is back tonight! Join us @ McIntosh Elementary (525 N. Pierpont Ave.) @ 5:30pm. Principal Erin Salberg will share how the school doubled its summative score—earning Targeted status for the first time on the IL Report Card.

11 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

Join us on Jan. 10 @ Rock Valley College for Rumble in the Rock & Hall of Fame! We’ll honor Coach Mel Gilfillan, one of the longest-tenured coaches in RPS & the 2011 & 2014 Guilford Boys Bowling IHSA State Champs. Induction at halftime of the 5:30pm Guilford vs. Auburn game!

12 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

Wishing you a day filled with joy and gratitude!

16 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

The Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) is an audition-only program at Auburn High School and West Middle School. It is for artistically gifted and talented students. The CAPA program provides an in-depth fine arts experience in choir, band, orchestra, piano, dance, visual arts, media arts, theatre and technical theatre.

Last Chance: There is one more Fall Audition date remaining--December 13, 2025. We encourage your student to attend the Fall Audition, as seats are prioritized during this time for the 2026-2027 school year. Make-up and waitlist auditions are available but may offer fewer opportunities for seat placement. Registration is required.

West Middle School CAPA Auditions (students currently in 5th, 6th, and 7th grade):
https://www.rps205.com/o/wems/page/how-do-i-join-the-capa-family

Auburn High School CAPA Auditions (students currently in 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th grade):
https://auburn.rps205.com/o/auhs/page/how-do-i-join-the-capa-family

18 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

See you on Monday, December 1st!

19 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

The school board approved the 26–27 & 27–28 calendars! We’ll keep a mid-August start, a full Fall Break, HS students finish 1st semester before Winter Break, & the last day before Memorial Day. https://rockfordpsil.sites.thrillshare.com/documents/resources/calendar/594246

22 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

National Substitute Teacher Day. Today, we honor those who ensure learning continues when regular teachers are absent.
Consider becoming a substitute teacher with RPS 205! Apply today!

22 days ago, Rockford Public Schools

Superintendent Jarrett & his leadership team honored employees this month for living our district values! Shoutouts come from colleagues & surprise visits across the district. Congrats to our honorees! rps205.com/page/staff-shoutouts

23 days ago, Rockford Public Schools