See you on Monday, March 31st!
We mourn the passing of 96-year-old Dr. Jack Swanson, Guilford High School’s first Principal. A dedicated educator, he also served as Counselor & Assistant Principal at East High School from 1957–1961 before leading Guilford from its opening until 1969. A memorial service will be held at Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Warrenville, IL, on March 29, at 11:00 a.m., with visitation from 10:00–11:00 a.m.
🌞 Get ready for an unforgettable summer! Our summer programs are packed with fun, learning, and adventure. Whether you love arts, science, sports, or exploring new interests, there’s something just for you! Don’t miss out—sign up today! rps205.com/page/summer-programs
Tell us about your favorite RPS 205 Teacher! We're looking for stories to share during Teacher Appreciation Week in May. Submit them at rps205.com/page/thank-a-teacher by Monday, April 14 to be considered for publication on the 205 VIBE.
REMINDER: Due to the emergency day that we used on January 21, we WILL have school this Monday, March 3. Please see the revised academic calendar: https://5il.co/2g7fc
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: The Welcome Center & Early Childhood Screening & Placement will be open for regular business services including enrollments, change of address, & screenings for all Pre-K through 12th grade. Plus, families can submit their special program lottery application.
This week, local high schoolers got a hands-on look at skilled trades at the NW IL Building Trades Expo! Hosted at the Plumbers & Pipefitters facility, students explored top apprenticeship programs and careers in construction.
Have a great weekend! See you on Monday!
Enjoy the day off!
All after school activities scheduled for today have been cancelled due to the weather. This includes all academic, athletic, & fine arts events, club meetings, and Y care.
TOMORROW: Join us for a Community Listening Session to share your thoughts on next year’s Student Code of Conduct!
February 13 from 5–7 PM @ East High School Library
Questions? Call the Student Services Department at 815-967-8401 or email student.services@rps205.com
TOMORROW: Join us for a Community Listening Session to share your thoughts on next year’s Student Code of Conduct!
📍 February 5 | 5–7 PM | Auburn High School Library
Questions? Call the Student Services Department at 815-967-8401 or email student.services@rps205.com
📢 Your Voice Matters!
Join us for Community Listening Sessions to share your thoughts on next year’s Student Code of Conduct!
When & Where:
📍 February 5 | 5–7 PM | Auburn High School Library
📍 February 13 | 5–7 PM | East High School Library (Bilingual interpretation available)
Auburn High School will host a Military Fair on Tuesday, January 28th, for high school juniors and seniors. Students interested in pursuing a career in the military will have an opportunity to meet with representatives from military branches in the main gym at Auburn from 11:00am – 1:00pm (enter at the main entrance). The branches of the military will talk with students about what they do, careers that exist in their branches, expectations, and more. Only students seriously interested in joining the military should attend. Students from all RPS high schools are invited. If you have a student or if you are a student interested in attending, please see your Academy Coach.
Rockford Promise scholars at Rock Valley College can now transfer to Northern Illinois University to complete their bachelor’s degree tuition-free! rockfordpromise.org/rockford-promise-scholars-at-rvc-now-have-a-tuition-free-transfer-option-to-niu/
Photo credit: Rockford Promise
All RPS 205 schools are closed today because of the colder than expected weather. All after-school activities are also cancelled including Y Care. The RPS 205 Admin Bldg, Sterling Holley, & Ops Support Ctr will be open. This day will be made up on March 3 (Casimir Pulaski Day).
The Rockford School District is closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
East High School's Newcomer students presented their science projects to adult volunteers & fellow students today. This is a great opportunity for them to build their confidence in speaking English with an academic focus. Each student prepared Google slides and displayed a molecule model that they built. They presented about their favorite molecules, the practical uses of this molecule, & how it affects their lives. The 78 students are mostly refugees from Tanzania, Chad, Uganda, Malawi, Haiti, Ukraine, Yemen, Jordan, Palestine, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Iraq, Syria, and Kyrgyzstan. The majority of them have been in the U.S. for less than one year.
East High School will be hosting an Open House on Jan 21, 2025 from 3:30pm-6:30pm. Teachers will be available in their classrooms to speak with families and discuss 2nd semester goals. Seniors who need help completing the FAFSA can report to the library from 4-6pm. Interpreters for Spanish, Swahili, and Arabic will be available.
Rumble in the Rock! Tomorrow @ RVC's PEC
REVISED BASKETBALL SCHEDULE:
11:00AM - East v Auburn (Girls)
12:30PM- Jefferson v Guilford (Girls)
2PM - RVC Men (MATC)
4PM - Jefferson v Guilford (Boys)
5:30PM - East v Auburn (Boys)
Doors open at 10.
Tickets are $8.
