Rockford Public Schools
Rockford, Illinois
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Congratulations to 317 RPS 205 PreK-5 teachers nominated for the 2027 Golden Apple Awards! With 1,464 nominations submitted, our educators are making a lasting difference in students’ lives. Read the full list of nominees on the 205 VIBE: rps205.com/article/3228139
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Happy Halloween: Our Operations & Facilities team went full superhero mode at the Rockford Police Department’s Trunk or Treat in the RPS 205 administration parking lot! The Flash, Joker, Batman and Superman joined the fun, and the line of trick-or-treaters went around the block!
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RPS 205 is making progress! Seven schools earned Exemplary designations in the 2026 Illinois Report Card, and our graduation rate rose to 81%. Read more about our progress and the work ahead on the 205 VIBE: rps205.com/article/3224195
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Looking for flexible, rewarding work? In partnership with Edustaff, our district is hiring substitutes! Support our schools, enjoy variety in your role, choose your schedule, & earn extra income. Make a difference in students’ lives. Apply today at edustaff.org
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RPS 8th Grade Families: Explore a new Special Programs opportunity for the 27–28 school year!
Review the program flyer and visit East High School’s website for details: east.rps205.com/o/ehs/page/i…
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Whitehead Elementary hosted its first reverse house-themed Trunk or Treat! Families drove through a parking lot of decorated cars in red, blue, green and black house colors, collecting candy and celebrating together. Thanks to everyone who joined the fun!
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Brookview Elementary students and staff dressed in blue to celebrate their Blue Ribbon School flag dedication! Together, they watched student leaders raise the flag and recited the Brookview Pledge to honor this special achievement.
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RPS 205 ninth-graders are exploring their futures at the Pick Your Pathway event! Students are visiting The QUAD to discover 19 career pathways, meet teachers & students, & learn about courses & hands-on work experiences that can help shape their next three years of high school.
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Get ready for a spooktacular night! Join the Rockford Police Department for Trunk or Treat this Thursday from 6–8 p.m. in the RPS 205 Administration Building parking lot at 501 7th Street! Candy, costumes & community fun await. See you there!
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Congratulations to Roosevelt Community Education Center for placing first in Anderson Japanese Gardens' 2026 Path of Pumpkins! Students created such imaginative displays and was a glowing success!
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RPS 205 alumna Jade Stone’s sculpture, The Kill, was selected for the College Invitational exhibition at the Figge Art Museum in Davenport, Iowa! Jade’s artistic journey began at Auburn’s CAPA program, highlighting the lasting impact of arts education. Congratulations, Jade!
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Congratulations to Flinn Middle School! The Falcons defeated the West Middle School Warriors on Wednesday at Guilford High School to win the Middle School Football RRAC Championship! What a way for both teams to finish the season strong!
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RPS 205 celebrated student voices at the 5th Annual Youth Story Ledger at Flinn Middle School. Students from Flinn, Marshall, West and Jefferson shared personal stories of strength, resilience and joy, building empathy and connections across our community.
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Congratulations to Flinn Middle School for being named one of America’s Healthiest Schools for 2026! Flinn was recognized for its commitment to physical education & student wellness, helping students stay active, healthy & ready to learn. Read more: rps205.com/article/3208986
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Today, we celebrate Principal Appreciation Day in Illinois! Thank you to our RPS 205 principals for your leadership, dedication and commitment to our students, staff and families. Your work makes a difference in our schools and community every day!
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The Golden Apple Foundation awarded grants to RPS 205 teachers for creative classroom projects! From literacy & STEM to special education, these projects will provide new opportunities for students to learn, grow & succeed. Read more on the 205 VIBE: rps205.com/article/3208547
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Former RPS student, published author, and motivational speaker, Devin Paladino, visited Jefferson High School today to share his inspiring story of resilience. He encouraged students to share their own stories, believe in themselves and remember that no dream is too big.
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At the RPS 205 school board meeting on Tuesday night, we celebrated the Cohort 1 educators who completed LETRS training to strengthen literacy instruction across the district! Read more on the 205 VIBE: rps205.com/article/3207526
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The latest 205 VIBE podcast is out now! Join us as Superintendent Dr. Larry Huff reflects on his first 100 days at RPS 205 and shares what he’s learned from community events, listening sessions and school visits. Listen: rps205.com/article/3205417
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Congratulations to 104 RPS 205 middle & high school musicians selected for the ILMEA All-District Festival on November 21! RPS has grown from 38 participants in 2024 to 104 this year. We're proud of these talented students! Read more on the 205 VIBE: rps205.com/article/3200160
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