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"It is possible to educate children in the pleasures of food: and that doing so will set the children up for a lifetime of healthy eating. Feeding is learning.” - Bee Wilson ...

The fact that children can make beautiful music is less significant than the fact that music can make beautiful children.” –Cheryl Lavender It's Music Monday during NAEYC’s ...

The first five years of a child’s life are the most important for healthy development and long-term well-being. The experiences and relationships formed during this period of rapi...

The last day of school is Friday, May 22, for all K-11 students. Students will follow a shortened schedule; all staff will work a full day. Students will still be provided breakfa...

RPS 205 recognized outstanding staff, students, and coaches during its March Board of Education meeting, celebrating achievements across academics, athletics, and fine arts. The...

The top 1,000 student artists from more than 125 Illinois high schools will come together to showcase their work at the 13th Annual Illinois High School Art Exhibition (IHSAE). Th...

On Friday, March 13, Barbour students in grades K–2 celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with a special guest appearance from local Irish folk musician Dick Gorman! Students were fully en...

Hundreds of high school students in the Service Academy stepped outside the classroom and into real-world careers through a recent job shadowing experience with local professional...

Two educators from Auburn High School recently shared their work supporting students at the annual conference hosted by Illinois Coalition for Educating At-Risk Youth (ICEARY). P...

Students at Flinn Middle School recently have the opportunity to learn more about beauty techniques and career pathways during its Hair2Beauty Club. The after-school club, which w...

Barbour’s middle school science teacher, Maestro Jimenez, organized a science fair for students in grades 6–8. Working collaboratively in groups, students demonstrated their under...

Auburn High School students have been recognized in the 2026 Midwest Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, one of the nation’s most prestigious programs celebrating creative e...

The National Scholastic Art & Writing Awards program was developed to establish a structure for encouraging outside-of-the-box thinkers and creators. Student works are reviewed and...

Constance Lane Elementary Dean, Mitch Wilson, was honored with the Aspiring Leader Award at the Illinois Principals Association Kishwaukee Region Awards Ceremony. The Aspiring ...

RPS 205 honored outstanding students & staff during a Board of Education meeting, celebrating exceptional achievements in music and theatre. The Illinois Music Education Associat...

Host Stephanie Pearson talks with John Cusimano, the Principal of The Quad, to talk about the building's unique opportunities for students and the upcoming open house. You can...

The Bilingual Arabic Dual Language team at Rolling Green Elementary organized a joyful and colorful celebration to honor Arabic Language Day, which is celebrated worldwide on Dece...

The Golden Apple Foundation has announced the names of the teachers selected to move forward in the selection process for the 2026 Golden Apple Awards. Nine of the 20 finalists ar...

RPS 205 recognized outstanding students, staff, and coaches during the December 16 Board of Education meeting. The evening opened with acknowledgements of student-athletes who ad...

A potential new chapter for Rockford. After a nationwide search shaped by deep community input, the Rockford Public Schools Board of Education will be considering the appointmen...