RPS Early Childhood Program offers free preschool!

Visit the Early Childhood Office, 501 7th Street (61104). Walk-in screenings are available Monday-Friday (8a-2p) and required for enrollment. For more information, call 815.229.2103.

Please bring the following:
• Child’s certified birth certificate
• Parent/Guardian’s photo ID
• 2 acceptable proofs of residency (1 utility bill & 1 piece of mail, dated within 30 days)
• Proof of household income (Contact the Early Childhood Office or visit our website for a complete list)

Have you moved? Change your address today at the Early Childhood Office (preschool) or the Welcome Center (K-12).

Enjoy the holiday weekend!

Meet RPS 205's new Superintendent Dr. Larry Huff! Hear his vision for our schools, & share ideas at A Conversation with Dr. Huff on Thursday, July 16, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Jefferson HS. The event is free & open to the public. rps205.com/page/a-conversation-with-dr-huff

Free immunizations, physicals & well-child exams are available through the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile. It will be at the RPS Administration Building on July 29-30 & August 5-6. Call 815-971-5800 to schedule an appointment.

Today we say thank you to Superintendent Ehren Jarrett as he concludes his nearly 15 years of service to RPS 205. Thank you for your leadership, dedication & commitment to our students, staff & families. Watch his goodbye message posted on the 205 VIBE: rps205.com/article/3015575

The Golden Apple Foundation held its Guest Bartender Fundraising event at Ernie's Midtown Pub. RPS 205 educators & administrators were behind the bar pouring drinks & working for tips or selling raffle tickets. Funds raised will support teachers with classroom resources.

TONIGHT: Swing by Ernie's Midtown Pub from 4-7pm for dinner & drinks. A portion of purchases will go to the Golden Apple Foundation. Tip the RPS 205 guest bartenders very well! Proceeds support scholarships, grants, & recognition programs for teachers.

From state champions and academic standouts to dedicated staff and a heroic bus driver, the RPS 205 Board of Education celebrated the incredible achievements of our students, coaches and employees at its June 16 meeting. Read more on the 205 VIBE! rps205.com/article/3007483

REMINDER: Come join us tomorrow morning at the RPS 205 Districtwide Hiring Event! We will be at the East High School Fieldhouse from 9 until noon! See what jobs we have to offer and apply onsite today!

Love books and inspiring young readers? RPS 205 is hiring a full-time Itinerant Elementary Librarian to support students at four elementary schools. Apply today! Job ID: 23123
https://www.applitrack.com/rps205/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Certified+Support&all=cat

RPS students can ride RMTD buses all summer long for free! Students in grades 9-12 must show their school ID when boarding. No ID? No problem! You can get a RMTD student photo ID for $2 at the transit center on Mulberry Street if needed!

Whether you’re heading to camp, reading in the shade, or just soaking up the sun, make it count! Have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer break!

The Rockford School District is closed today in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Come to Sinnissippi Park for a day of celebration. Check out the RPS 205 performers and talent show.

Join RPS 205 staff on June 25 from 4-7 p.m. @ Ernie’s Midtown Pub! Fill the tip jar, enjoy great food & drinks, & support local teachers through Golden Apple. A percentage of sales will be donated. You could be served by Dr. Jarrett & incoming Supt. Dr. Larry Huff!

Need to enroll your student in the district or update your address and other important documents? Don’t wait until August! The RPS 205 Welcome Center is open all summer long, Monday–Friday, at 501 7th Street. Stop by early and beat the back-to-school rush!

The first day of school is about 8 weeks away for the 26-27 school year. Here is our academic calendar as well as our start & dismissal times so that you can prepare and plan ahead.

Join us this Tuesday at 7 p.m. to honor our students, coaches, & staff during our school board meeting. Recognitions include state qualifiers for Scholastic Bowl, MS & HS Track & Field, Tennis, Fishing, Future Problem Solvers, State Scholars, Valedictorians & Salutatorians, & those that streamed graduation ceremonies. The meeting will be in the third floor boardroom at 501 7th Street.

Knights marched with pride as family and friends cheered them on at Auburn High School's graduation ceremony at the BMO last month. The Class of 2026 is bold, brilliant, and ready to shine. Congratulations graduates!

East High School celebrated graduates last month at the BMO! The E-Rabs showed up in style with smiles and cheers. The Class of 2026 is ready to take on the world! Congratulations!