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Auburn High School students spent their Service Academy Day giving back! At Gretta’s Goats in Pecatonica, they earned service hours repurposing bee boxes and fixing a gravel driveway, while learning about bee colony collapse and the importance of protecting pollinators.

Jefferson High School celebrated Military Signing Night, honoring these graduating seniors who committed to serving in the Armed Forces. Family, friends, and staff gathered to show support, take photos, and recognize these students for their dedication and future service.

For all high school students: Celebrate culture & connection at RPS 205! Join the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council on Saturday, May 16 from 12–3 PM at Jefferson High School’s Main Gym for a powerful event showcasing history & unity across our diverse school communities.

The inaugural QUAD Showcase brought learning to life! Students shared hands-on, career-connected experiences while guests explored programs and joined interactive activities. It was a great look at how the QUAD prepares students for college and careers.

Join us Tonight at 5:30 pm in the East High School Field House for an exciting night of friendly competition as RPS 205 teachers and staff take the court!
Watch teams representing Kennedy, West, Conklin, Eisenhower, RESA, and Central Office battle it out in a 5-game tournament to earn a spot in the championship game.
Free entry — donations are encouraged to support Brothers for Change and their BAGS mentorship program, helping guide and empower our middle school scholars right here in RPS 205.
Bring your friends, bring your family, and bring your school spirit — let’s pack the stands and support our students!

Top spellers from Boone & Winnebago counties competed for the Regional Spelling Bee title. West Middle School’s Bailey Carter stood out, earning 2nd place after a tough head-to-head final round. Congratulations and proudly representing RPS 205!

Jefferson Theatre Troupe proudly presents their spring musical - IN THE HEIGHTS.

In the Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind.

Performances will be in the Jefferson Auditorium on April 17th at 7pm, April 18th at 7pm, and April 19th at 1pm. Tickets are $10 for general admission and sold at the door.

Don’t miss out on a summer full of learning and fun! RPS 205 Summer Programs are open for registration now for Arts, STEM, Sports, and more! Spots fill up fast, so sign up today before it's too late! https://www.rps205.com/page/summer-programs

Join us on Wednesday, April 15 at Flinn Middle School for the District‑Wide Middle School Band Concert! Doors open at 5:45 PM and the music starts at 6:00 PM. Free admission all are welcome.

Big win for Marshall Middle School! Students Alex Granados & Tanay Mewada took 1st place in the Cal Ripken Sr. STEM Super Bowl Engineering & 3D Print Challenge. Their interactive stage featured lighting, 3D prints, & music were all built during recess & WIN (study hall) time!

Cheer on RPS 205 teachers & staff as they hit the court in a friendly basketball tournament!

April 14 & 16 | 5:30 p.m.
East High School Field House, 2929 Charles Street

Free entry!

Donations welcome to support Brothers for Change & BAGS mentorship program.

If your family has a new home address, update it early online or @ the Welcome Center. Having the correct address before Online Registration starts will make the process faster & easier. For EC families, please visit the EC Dept. @ 501 7th Street. rps205.com/page/update-address

Fresh cuts at Johnson Elementary today! Ms. Marisa & Ms. Jerri welcomed local cosmetologists and barbers to style students’ hair. Plus second grade Teacher, Ms. Minor, joined in on cuts & styling! A fun day of confidence, care, and community.

SAVE THE DATE: Truckloads of fun! The Rockford community is invited to Touch a Truck on Thursday, April 23 from 5-6:30pm in the parking lot at Summerdale Early Childhood Center, 3320 Glenwood Ave. See trucks of all sizes up close & personal. The event is free. See you there!

You’re invited to the BPAC Multicultural Fair! Stop by the Quad on April 25th anytime between 12–4 PM for a fun and lively experience.

More than 2,500 RPS 205 juniors and seniors connected with more than 40 employers at our inaugural Career Fair at the QUAD! Students explored entry-level careers, shared resumes, and discovered opportunities to start working now or after graduation.

Celebrate creativity at the 85th Annual Rockford Art Museum Young Artist Show! Featuring 286 works from 291 students across 48 schools. Join the FREE opening April 12, 12–2 PM (awards at 1). On view through May 10. Proud of our RPS 205 student artists!

RPS 205 is celebrating our amazing volunteers on Thursday, April 23 from 11am-2pm at Think Big! If you’ve volunteered with us, we want to thank YOU! Please RSVP by April 9.

The Committee of the Whole Road Show continues tonight at Lewis Lemon Elementary! Join us at 6 p.m. at 1993 Mulberry Street. Principal Aleshia Jones will share an update on her school. See Board business in action where learning happens every day.

Cheer on RPS 205 teachers & staff as they hit the court in a friendly basketball tournament! 🏀

April 14 & 16 | 5:30 p.m.
East High School Field House, 2929 Charles Street

Free entry!

Donations welcome to support Brothers for Change & BAGS mentorship program.