Our Director of Educational Technology, Susan Uram, and Ed Tech Innovation Instructor, Sara Bruce, are headed to San Antonio for the ISTE & ASCD international conference on June 30. They'll explore cutting-edge ways to use tech to boost student success. Plus, Sara will showcase her skills at the Seesaw booth!
The Welcome Center and school main offices will be closed on Friday for enrollments and returning student registration.
The first day of school for K-12 is 7 weeks from today. PreK starts on August 18. Here is our 25-26 calendar so that you can prepare and plan ahead. https://5il.co/33ras
Come join us this morning at the RPS 205 Districtwide Hiring Event! We will be at the East High School Fieldhouse from now until noon! See what jobs we have to offer and apply onsite today! rps205.com/article/2280283
Jefferson High School honored 430 J-Hawk grads at the BMO! The Class of 2025 soared across the stage with pride, determination, and big dreams ahead. Congratulations and cheers to a bright future—once a J-Hawk, always a J-Hawk!
370 Knights marched with pride as family and friends cheered them on at Auburn High School's graduation ceremony at the BMO on June 7. The Class of 2025 is bold, brilliant, and ready to shine. Congratulations graduates!
RPS was proud to sponsor Rockford's 35th annual Juneteenth Celebration at Sinnissippi Park. Students were recognized & Board Members attended. We had a table showcasing our Special Programs. Family & Community Engagement Liaison Virgil Hobson received the "Trail Blazer" award.
School’s out and summer’s in! 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!
We will reopen for normal business hours tomorrow.
The RPS 205 School Board & administration attended the Founders Commission's Diamonds Gala at Hard Rock Casino. The event featured Auburn HS alum & NBA all-star Fred VanVleet! Proceeds support the Founders Commission & VanVleet Family Foundation—uplifting Rockford youth.
East High School celebrated 370 graduates on June 7 at the BMO! The E-Rabs showed up in style with smiles and cheers. The Class of 2025 is ready to take on the world! Congratulations!
On June 6, 400 proud Guilford Vikings walked the stage at the BMO! The energy was electric as families and friends cheered on the Class of 2025. From the first bell to the final cap toss, this Viking crew made their mark. Congratulations, graduates!
Roosevelt Community Education Center celebrated 250 amazing graduates at the BMO on June 6! The ceremony was full of pride, cheers, and unforgettable moments as students crossed the stage and stepped into their next chapter. Way to go Class of 2025!
🎓 Huge congratulations to our incredible high school valedictorians and salutatorians who graduated last Friday and Saturday!
Auburn: Aneri Mehta - Valedictorian & James Murray - Salutatorian
East: Brianna Ocelotl-Ocotl - Valedictorian & Trenna Carlson - Salutatorian
Guilford: Hayden Kromm - Valedictorian & Rylie Sturm - Salutatorian
Jefferson: Natalie Munoz-Olivas - Valedictorian & Naomi Cultra - Salutatorian
Roosevelt: Donald Gasparini – Valedictorian & Hannah Contreras - Salutatorian
Your hard work, dedication, and leadership inspire us all. We’re so proud of you—this is just the beginning of your amazing journey! 👏🎉
This summer, RPS students ride RMTD free with a valid school ID! No ID? No problem—bring proof of identity & RPS enrollment (K–12) to RMTD HQ on Mulberry Street. A student ID is just $2.00. Ride all summer long!
Need to enroll your student in the district or update your address? 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!
To ensure a safe and smooth experience for all guests, please note the new entry guidelines for graduation ceremonies at the BMO Center today:
-Medical bags and purses that are 8.5"x11" and smaller are permitted and will be subject to search.
-No masks or face coverings will be permitted upon entry.
-No unattended minors will be admitted, and children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
-No lingering outside
Graduation ceremonies will begin promptly at their scheduled times.
We look forward to celebrating this milestone with our students and families!
Spring Creek Elementary gave its 5th graders a joyful sendoff with a “Clap Out” on the last day of school! Students & staff lined the halls to cheer them on. The celebration continued outside with families & special guests Hammy, Poopsie, Rally, Arvee, & Chuck E. Cheese!
The Lathrop Special Education team wrapped up the year with smiles, breakfast, and a special retirement celebration for Christine Greenstreet! Thank you, Christine, for your years of dedication and impact!
It’s a wrap for West View’s 5th graders! Their Moving On Ceremony kicked off with a hallway cheer parade, then capped off with a celebration in the school's gym with speeches, certificates, & a video that brought all the feels. See you in middle school in the fall!
