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Hello, Autumn! Crisp air, golden leaves, cozy sweaters, and pumpkin spice everything—it’s the season of warm hearts and cooler days. Wishing everyone a colorful and happy first day of Fall!

Montessori celebrated the International Day of Peace with music, art, & a living peace sign. Activities included a schoolwide sing along, sidewalk chalk art, & a giant peace symbol formed by students & staff. This year’s theme was Act Now for a Peaceful World.

Edustaff congratulates Richard Meeks on being named Illinois Substitute of the Year for 2024-25. Richard has served RPS as a substitute for 10 years, exceeding expectations and building connections. His advice: arrive early, review plans, and communicate with teachers.

The MTSS department would like to recognize two of its Behavior Intervention Specialists. Anna Nicholson at Spring Creek Elementary & Jamie Fausett at Kennedy Middle School have completed their Registered Behavior Technician Certification through the Rockford School District.

Help us celebrate our teachers with a Golden Apple Award nomination! Go to https://goldenappleofrockford.com/golden-apple-teacher-awards/nominate/ and tell them which 6th through 12th grade teachers deserve this special recognition. The deadline to submit is October 16!

Congratulations to RPS 205 School Board Vice President Nicole Bennett! She was recognized last night at a reception as an honoree for the Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce’s 40 Under 40. Thank you for your commitment and service to the Rockford School District!

Last night, the Rockford school board recognized Cohort 4 graduates of the NIU Principal Residency Program. Zach Larson (Jefferson HS), Whitney Reed (Welsh ES), and Andrew Wimberly (Ellis ES) are all now certified administrators with their master's degrees. Congratulations!

Each day that you show up matters! Attendance is part of the student success equation.

Guilford High School's Student Athlete Leadership Team (SALT) led sports camps today @ West View Elementary! Students showing strong Behavior, Attendance, & Grades (BAGS) joined in basketball, football, soccer, & cheerleading, topped off w/ ice cream to celebrate their hard work!

Student Code of Conduct - Parent-Teacher Advisory Committee: The Parent-Teacher Advisory Committee is a collaborative group who review the Student Code of Conduct annually. The meetings are organized to increase discussion and collaboration regarding disciplinary data and student outcomes. The advisory committee will systematically analyze discipline data and determine where disparities exist, identify overuse of exclusionary discipline, and make recommendations for adjustment to the Student Code of Conduct. The advisory committee convenes annually and works collaboratively on the following tasks:

• Develop written policy guidelines and procedures on student discipline, including school searches and bullying prevention.
• Annually review and make necessary changes to the district student discipline policy and Student Code of Conduct.
• Analyze discipline data to map and provide additional support for students. Services might include mental health, substance abuse, violence intervention, and/or parent support opportunities.
• Collaborate to include provisions in the Student Code of Conduct to address the safety and support of students who have demonstrated behaviors that put them at risk for aggressive behavior, including bullying.
• Establish and maintain policies and procedures that reflect the district’s commitment to a positive, prevention-oriented discipline philosophy.

To become a member of the advisory committee, please contact the Student Services Department at 815-967-8401 or email student.services@rps205.com by 4 p.m. on Friday, September 19.

Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) Meeting
📅 Date: September 24, 2025
📍 Location: Administration Building 501 7th St. Rockford, IL 61104
🕕 Time: 4:30 P.M.- 6:00 P.M.
🍽️ Food and 🧸 Childcare provided

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Rockford University students spent the morning with Flinn Middle School students as part of its Jane Addams Day of Service. Faculty, staff, and students volunteered their time painting a mural, drawing with chalk, and breaking the ice with the middle schoolers.

It's never too late to come back to school no matter how long you have been away. The door to your education is always open, and there is no wrong door.

Last night’s Blue & White Night at Whitehead Elementary was full of fun and community spirit! Families from Whitehead and Flinn Middle School enjoyed food trucks, games, touch a truck experiences, a dunk tank, and more while connecting with local vendors and services.

Wanafunzi Wetu Wanamiliki katika RPS 205

Tunafahamu ya kwamba wasiwasi kuhusu Uamiaji inaweza kusikika kama balaa, hasa wakati inapohusisha elimu ya watoto wetu.

Tunahitaji mujuwe hiki: RPS 205 inakaribisha wanafunzi wote bila kujali ni wapi familia inapotokea ao hali yako ya uhamiaji.

Unacho hitaji kujua:
Hatuwezi kuuliza kuhusu hali ya Uamiaji ya mwanafunzi.
Maelezo ya kibinafsi ya mtoto wako, kama vile uandikishaji, mahudhurio, ratiba ya madarasa, ni vya kipekee. Hatuwezi ku gawa ao hatutagawa maelezo hayo isipokuwa amri maalum ya Mahakama kuhusu mtoto wako ao kwa kiwango kidogo sana kwa mazingira ya afya ao zarura.

Tuko hapa kwa kusaidia mtoto wako kujifunza, kukomaa na Usalama.
Unaweza kututegemea kwa kulinda mtoto wako kupata elimu ndani ya mazingira ya usalama na ya kulindwa.

Kama unayo ulizo ao unatamani kupata uhakikisho, tafazali wasiliana nasi kwenye Let's Talk.

Nuestros Estudiantes Pertenecen a RPS 205

Sabemos que las preocupaciones sobre la inmigración pueden ser abrumadoras, especialmente cuando se trata de la educación de nuestros niños.

Queremos que sepan esto- RPS 205 le da la bienvenida a cada estudiante, sin importar de donde venga su familia o su estatus migratorio.

Esto es lo que necesita saber:
1. No podemos preguntar sobre el estatus migratorio de un estudiante.
2. La información personal de su niño(a), como matriculación, asistencia, o horarios de clases, es privada. No podemos ni compartiremos esta información, a menos que se nos exija mediante una orden judicial específica de su niño(a), o en otras circunstancias muy limitadas, como emergencias de salud o de seguridad.

Estamos aquí para apoyar la educación, crecimiento y seguridad de su niño(a).
Puede contar con nosotros para proteger el acceso a la educación en un entorno seguro y de cuidado.
Si tiene alguna pregunta o solo necesita tranquilidad, no dude en contactarnos por medio de Let’s Talk.

Our Students Belong at RPS 205

We know that concerns about immigration can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to our children’s education.
We want you to know this - RPS 205 welcomes every student, no matter where your family comes from or your immigration status.

Here’s what you need to know:
We can’t ask about a student’s immigration status.
Your child’s personal information, like enrollment, attendance, or class schedules, is private. We cannot and will not share this unless required by a court order specific to your child, or other very limited circumstances such as health or safety emergencies.

We’re here to support your child’s learning, growth, and safety.
You can count on us to protect access to education in a safe and caring environment.

If you have questions or just need reassurance, please reach out to us via Let’s Talk.