Absences Add Up

Did you know? Missing just two days of school each month can add up to chronic absence over the course of a school year.

Every absence, excused or unexcused, means time away from learning, relationships and the routines that help students succeed.

The good news? It’s never too late to build stronger attendance habits. If getting to school regularly is becoming difficult, reach out to your school. We’re here to help!

RPS schools and unions showed up in a BIG way at Rockford’s Labor Day Parade! From marching bands and cheer teams to students and staff, our RPS community brought plenty of school spirit to downtown Rockford. Thank you to all who participated.

Join us Wed., Sept. 16, at East HS for A Conversation with Dr. Huff! Hear his vision for RPS 205 & share your ideas.

5-5:30 p.m. | Meet & Greet
5:30-7 p.m. | Presentation & Q&A

Enter Door FH8. Spanish & ASL translators available.

rps205.com/page/a-conversation-with-dr-huff

All RPS 205 schools & buildings are closed today in observance of the federal holiday.

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Every day at school gives students opportunities to learn, build friendships, connect with caring adults & discover what they're capable of. Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing why attendance matters because every student brings something important to our schools.

Join us Wed., Sept. 16, at East High School's Cafeteria for A Conversation with Dr. Huff. Hear his vision for our district.

5-5:30 p.m. | Meet & Greet
5:30-7 p.m. | Presentation & Q&A

Enter Door FH8 on the west side of the building.

Spanish & ASL translators available

rps205.com/page/a-conversation-with-dr-huff

The Committee of the Whole Road Show is back for the 26-27 school year! Tonight's school board meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at Constance Lane Elementary. Principal Brian Doering will share highlights about his school. Join us!

Guilford’s SRO, Officer Hedlund, was named honorary captain for Friday’s varsity football game against Belvidere North and ran onto the field with the players before the coin toss. He was the good luck charm as the Vikings brought home the win at their home opener.

Fresh regional produce is back on the lunch menu at Auburn, East, Guilford & Jefferson! Students have enjoyed blueberries from Berry Delicious Farms, watermelon & cantaloupe from Olden Organics & peaches from Hildebrand Fruits. We’re excited to serve these while the season lasts!

Meet RPS 205's Superintendent Dr. Larry Huff! Hear his vision for our district, & share ideas at A Conversation with Dr. Huff on Wednesday, September 16, from 5-7 p.m. at East High School.

Meet & Greet 5-5:30
Presentation, Q&A 5:30-7

The event is free & open to the public.

Bloom School students got the first recess on their newly renovated & relocated playground at Bloom Park! Students & the community helped choose the winning design, then celebrated with a ribbon cutting and Kona Ice thanks to the Rockford Park District.

Are you a high school sophomore, junior, or senior who wants to make a difference in your community? Join the Youth Leadership Council. Build leadership skills, network with peers & community leaders. Apply by September 25. Learn more: publichealth.wincoil.gov/get-involved/ylc/

Rockford Public Schools welcomed 46 new student teachers for the fall semester at Student Teacher Orientation earlier this month.  During orientation, student teachers had time for fellowship, reflection, and preparation as they take the next step in their teaching journey.

RPS 205 schools are looking for dedicated paraprofessionals to support our students and staff! Interested in joining our team? Apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/rps205/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Paraprofessional&all=cat
Questions? Contact jason.pope@rps205.com.

TONIGHT: Join us for A Conversation with Dr. Huff at Guilford High School.

4:30-5pm Meet & Greet
5-6:30pm Presentation and Q&A

Please use Door T to enter and exit.

For a map and more details, please visit: https://www.rps205.com/page/a-conversation-with-dr-huff

Big smiles, little backpacks, and lots of first-day excitement! Our Early Childhood Centers are buzzing with curiosity and joy as our youngest learners started their school adventure yesterday.

Jefferson High School has entered the @TMobile Friday Night 5G Lights contest!

They’re celebrating high school football, giving upgrades to schools, and awarding a $1 million game-changing grand prize.

Learn more at www.fridaynight5Glights.com. #Entry #FN5GL

Happy first day of school to our youngest learners! Our Early Childhood Centers start today. Have a great day. Let's see your back to school pictures.

RPS 205’s first district-wide coaches clinic brought our athletic leaders together for a day of learning & inspiration. Our ADs passed the baton to three of our outstanding coaches. John Woods closed with high-energy insights, & Supt. Huff stopped by to thank our coaches!