It's Principal Appreciation Day! This state-endorsed recognition was first approved by the Governor of Illinois in 1990. Thank you to our amazing principals, assistant principals & deans for your leadership and dedication to RPS 205 students and staff!
REMINDER: RPS 205 will host a free Boys & Girls Youth Wrestling Clinic for all K–8 students at the East HS Fieldhouse on October 28, 30 & November 1. Learn basic wrestling skills. Wear gym shorts, t-shirt & gym shoes. To register: https://forms.gle/XVHLKVBr39NTmed87
It's National School Lunch Week and today is Lucky Tray Day at all RPS 205 K-12 schools! Look for the lucky stamp under your lunch tray to win a prize. If you have a winning tray, bring your tray to the kitchen team to claim your prize. Good luck!
Enjoy the day off! We will see you all back at school tomorrow.
RPS 205 will host a free Boys & Girls Youth Wrestling Clinic for all K–8 students at the East HS Fieldhouse on October 28, 30 & November 1. Learn basic wrestling skills. Wear gym shorts, t-shirt & gym shoes. To register: https://forms.gle/XVHLKVBr39NTmed87
It’s back! RPS 205’s Chicken Sandwich Contest returns! Create the most creative chicken sandwich for a chance to win a Nintendo Switch OLED & have your sandwich featured on the menu this spring! Turn in entries to your kitchen staff Oct. 14–17. Winners will be announced Nov. 17!
Enjoy the three day weekend! See you back at school on Monday, October 6!
All RPS 205 buildings are closed today in observance of the federal holiday.
All RPS 205 students can enjoy FREE breakfast & lunch every school day! Want to know what’s on the menu?
Check out our interactive menus on LINQ Connect:
https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/PAMMVV?buildingId=712405f4-4edc-ec11-8e1e-cdc141ccdd7d
This year, families can also add funds for a la carte items.
Download the LINQ Connect App.
-App Store for IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/linq-connect/id6443849490
-Google Play for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.linq.linqconnect&hl=en_US&pli=1
Questions? Call Nutrition Services at 815.966.3033 or connect with us on Let’s Talk.
Check out our interactive menus on LINQ Connect:
https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/PAMMVV?buildingId=712405f4-4edc-ec11-8e1e-cdc141ccdd7d
This year, families can also add funds for a la carte items.
Download the LINQ Connect App.
-App Store for IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/linq-connect/id6443849490
-Google Play for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.linq.linqconnect&hl=en_US&pli=1
Questions? Call Nutrition Services at 815.966.3033 or connect with us on Let’s Talk.
Lewis Lemon Open House starts at 2:00 today! Visit classrooms until 3:00. Block Party has been moved into the gym due to weather. If you did not complete online registration, you need to come to the school office today to complete registration paperwork.
Back to School is almost here! Are you ready? A huge thanks to all of the families that have already registered. Registration is due TOMORROW (July 31st). Late registration may impact bus transportation for the start of the school year, so don't delay. Please take advantage of upcoming events to help get ready.
Backpack Giveaway at Auburn High School on August 2nd from 12:00-3:00.
Open House at Lewis Lemon on August 12th from 2:00-3:00.
Open House Party at Lewis Lemon on August 12th from 3:00-4:30
First Day of School is August 14th.
Don’t miss the VanVleet Family Foundation Back to School Kickoff! Saturday, Aug. 2, 12–3 p.m. at Auburn HS Fieldhouse. Free backpacks, supplies, food, music, games & a chance to win a free hair appointment! This is for Auburn, Kennedy, McIntosh, Ellis & Lewis Lemon families! Due to construction, please park & enter through Door FH11 located on the west side of Auburn.
The first day of school for K-12 is Thursday, August 14. It's a late start day for middle & high schools. Early Childhood starts Monday, August 18. Here are the start & dismissal times for each school. Questions? Call your school’s main office.
Hello Lewis Lemon Families!
I hope you are all having an amazing summer!
We’re excited to welcome you back for the 2025–2026 school year. Open House will be held on August 12th from 2:00–4:30 PM.
2:00–3:00 PM – Meet the teacher and tour the school
3:00–4:30 PM – Enjoy food (hot dogs, chips, and juice/water) and music!
Uniforms will be sold (cash only) at a discounted rate.
The first day of school is August 14th.
School hours are 7:35 AM – 2:00 PM
Breakfast begins at 7:20 AM
As you know, attendance is very important. Please ensure your student(s) arrive on time and attend school daily.
School supplies and spirit wear will be provided to students on the first day. Backpacks are available upon request.
Students are expected to be in uniform daily.
Uniform colors:
Tops: Navy, Light Blue, White, or Yellow
Bottoms: Khaki or Navy
If you haven’t already, please complete your online registration as soon as possible.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Warmly,
Principal Jones
I hope you are all having an amazing summer!
We’re excited to welcome you back for the 2025–2026 school year. Open House will be held on August 12th from 2:00–4:30 PM.
2:00–3:00 PM – Meet the teacher and tour the school
3:00–4:30 PM – Enjoy food (hot dogs, chips, and juice/water) and music!
Uniforms will be sold (cash only) at a discounted rate.
The first day of school is August 14th.
School hours are 7:35 AM – 2:00 PM
Breakfast begins at 7:20 AM
As you know, attendance is very important. Please ensure your student(s) arrive on time and attend school daily.
School supplies and spirit wear will be provided to students on the first day. Backpacks are available upon request.
Students are expected to be in uniform daily.
Uniform colors:
Tops: Navy, Light Blue, White, or Yellow
Bottoms: Khaki or Navy
If you haven’t already, please complete your online registration as soon as possible.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Warmly,
Principal Jones
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
Hello Families,
Just a reminder—the end-of-the-year block party is TODAY from 4:00 to 5:30 PM! Due to unpredictable weather, we have decided to move the party INDOORS.
Please join us for some FREE fun, dancing, and food (hotdogs, burgers, chips, juice, and water).
Items available for purchase include:
Tickets for raffle baskets
Tickets for popcorn
Tickets for face painting
Tickets for “Pie the Teacher”
We look forward to seeing you there!
All RPS schools are closed today! See you tomorrow!
DEADLINE APPROACHING: Online Registration is open for the 25-26 SY for all returning PreK-11 grade students. Primary guardians should have received an email from "PowerSchool Enrollment" that is specific to your student(s). If you have any questions, please contact your school's main office or email registrationhelp@rps205.com .
You must complete & submit by June 1. If you've already registered, thank you! For more information, please visit: rps205.com/page/registration
Ready to show your spirit? West Middle School Cheerleading Tryouts are next week! Open to all current 5th, 6th & 7th graders who will be attending WMS next school year. No experience needed! Come bring the energy and be part of something exciting!
Online Registration is now open for the 25-26 SY for all returning PreK-11 grade students.
Primary guardians should have received an email from "PowerSchool Enrollment" that is specific to your student(s).
You must complete & submit by June 1.
If you have any questions, please contact your school's main office or email registrationhelp@rps205.com
If you've already registered, thank you!
For more information, please visit: rps205.com/page/registration
