The Rockford School District is closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
STARTING TODAY! Families are invited to share valuable feedback on updates we’re considering for our elementary report cards. The RPS Elementary Report Card Team is working on enhancing the following sections: Academic Readiness & Engagement, Life Readiness, Performance Descriptors, & Practices for Academic Success. Before these updates are finalized for the 2025-2026 school year, we want to hear your thoughts. Join us at any of our Parent Report Card Feedback Sessions:
Jan. 13 @ Rolling Green, 3:30–4:30 PM
Jan. 16 @ Westview, 3:30–4:30 PM
Jan. 23 @ Constance Lane, 3:00–4:00 PM
Jan. 29 @ Gregory, 3:00–4:00 PM
Feb. 4 @ Brookview, 5-6 PM
For more details, visit our Elementary Report Card Feedback page at rps205.com
Want to be a part of this year's Valkyries Synchronized Swimming show? Come check out what it's all about!
RPS Families: You're invited to share your valuable feedback on updates we’re considering for our elementary report cards. The RPS Elementary Report Card Team is working on enhancing the following sections:
Academic Readiness & Engagement
Life Readiness
Performance Descriptors
Practices for Academic Success (new section!)
Before these updates are finalized for the 2025-2026 school year, we want to hear your thoughts. Join us at any of our Parent Report Card Feedback Sessions:
Jan. 13 @ Rolling Green School, 3:30–4:30 PM
Jan. 16 @ Westview School, 3:30–4:30 PM
Jan. 23 @ Constance Lane School, 3:00–4:00 PM
Jan. 29 @ Gregory School, 3:00–4:00 PM
We are excited to share that the 2025-2026 school year calendar was approved by the school board on Tuesday night. It includes several important updates that reflect our commitment to aligning with neighboring districts and enhancing the overall learning experience for our students.
Key Changes :
Earlier Start Date: The school year will begin earlier in August. This adjustment is possible because all RPS 205 schools are equipped with air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable learning environment during warmer months.
Fall Break: We will continue to offer a full week off for Fall Break, giving families and staff time to recharge.
First Semester Ends Before Winter Break: High School students will complete their first semester before Winter Break, allowing for a true break without pending exams or projects.
School Year Ends Before Memorial Day: The last day of school will occur before Memorial Day, providing families an earlier start to summer vacation.
The 2025-2026 calendar can be viewed here on the Calendar page on rps205.com: https://5il.co/33ras
Wishing you a day filled with joy and gratitude
See you on Monday, December 2!
Lemon Families,
Just a reminder Family Fall Bingo is today from 4:00-5:30 (doors will open at 3:50 the first game will begin at 4:05. ) We will be serving a Thanksgiving Dinner. We have 40 turkeys/hams to giveaway for the winners (1 winner per family.) We also have other prizes to raffle off. We hope to see you there!
FOR ALL RPS 205 FAMILIES: The VanVleet Family Foundation Annual Turkey Giveaway
Sunday, November 24 at 3 p.m.
Auburn High School Fieldhouse - Door FH11
Meal kits are given out on a first come first serve basis
All RPS 205 schools and offices are closed today in observance of the holiday.
Good afternoon,
11/5/24 This is just a reminder there will be no school tomorrow . (Election Day)
11/6/24 Harvest Dinner 4:00-6:00
Way to go Lewis Lemon!!! Thank you Dr. Jarrett for acknowledging all of our hard work.
http://rps205.com/article/1848691
Principal Appreciation Day: This annual recognition was first approved by Illinois' Governor in 1990. We took pictures of our principals at our 41 schools & asked students to draw them for us. Here are some of their works of art. Thank you all RPS 205 Principals!
Lemon Families,
Just a reminder Parent Teacher Conferences are TODAY & THURSDAY from 2:45-5:45 (unless the teacher scheduled earlier. ) If you can not make it please contact your child's teacher.
Uniforms will be sold at a discounted price -CASH ONLY.
We look forward to discussing your child's progress with you!
Have a great day!
RPS 205 will be holding a Boys & Girls Youth Wrestling Clinic for all K-8 grade students. This free event will take place at East High School (door FH3).
-Thursday, October 24: Grades K-2 from 5:15-6:45 p.m.
-Tuesday, October 29: Grades 3-5 & 6-8 from 5:15-6:45 p.m.
-Saturday, November 2: Grades K-2 from 9-10:20 a.m. and Grades 3-5 & 6-8 from 11:15-12:45 p.m.
To register: https://forms.gle/QxwrwyxC8F26pqHH8
Contact Gene Lee at 815-227-8451 or email leeg@rps205.com
Lemon Families,
Tomorrow is the last day of our school week. Students may wear Lewis Lemon Spirit Wear tomorrow, since there is NO SCHOOL on FRIDAY.(Teacher's Institute) Shirts should be worn with uniform bottoms, UNLESS $1.00 is paid to wear jeans.
Still need Lemon Spirit Wear ? Please let the main office know.
Tomorrow is the last day to get your nominations in for RPS 205 PreK-5th grade teachers for the 2025 Golden Apple Award. You can submit at: goldenappleofrockford.com/golden-apple-teacher-awards/nominate/
Lemon Families,
Please join us for our Beef A Roo Fundraiser today form 4:00pm-8:00pm. 20% of event sales will be donated to Lewis Lemon. Please be sure to show the flyer or tell the cashier that you are there to support Lewis Lemon. We hope to see you there!
To celebrate National School Lunch Week, RPS 205 is holding a contest to see who can make the most creative chicken sandwich. The students who create winning chicken sandwiches will win an iPad and their sandwiches will be featured on the menu in the Spring Semester! Please turn in your work of art to the kitchen team in your school's cafeteria between October 14-18. We can't wait to see the delicious combinations you draw up!
