From state champions and academic standouts to dedicated staff and a heroic bus driver, the RPS 205 Board of Education celebrated the incredible achievements of our students, coaches and employees at its June 16 meeting. Read more on the 205 VIBE! https://t.co/0G9uMgLp8P
The first day of school is about 8 weeks away for the 26-27 school year. Here is our academic calendar as well as our start & dismissal times so that you can prepare and plan ahead.
RPS 205 proudly recognized outstanding students, staff & coaches for achievements in athletics, academics, fine arts, leadership & literacy! From state qualifiers to national honors, our students & educators continue to shine. Read more on the 205 VIBE: https://t.co/4OtVY6zzin
REMINDER: Early Childhood wraps up today with its normal schedule. The last day for K–11 students is tomorrow, but it's a shortened day. For more information on times at your school, check out the 205 VIBE: https://t.co/A6ThnI7VRX
Our Student Ambassadors are leading the way! Last week, through student-led tours with RPS 205 administration, middle schoolers at Flinn, West, Eisenhower, Lincoln, RESA, and Marshall, built leadership, confidence, and community. This program is shaping tomorrow’s leaders today!
Teacher Appreciation Week continues! We’re celebrating the educators who teach, mentor, and guide our students every day. Today’s 205 VIBE shines a light on our incredible middle school teachers. Read what the community shared about their favorites. https://t.co/MFEO6Tx2f9
RPS 205's Family & Community Engagement Department is hosting its final PTO Coffee Chat of the school year. This is a space to connect, share ideas, and strengthen partnerships across schools. Join us on Thursday, May 11 from 11:30-12:30 at the Administration Building!
PLAN AHEAD: The last day of school for K–11 students is Friday, May 22. It’s a shortened day. Early Childhood wraps up Thursday, May 21. High school seniors get out on Friday, May 8. Check out this 205 VIBE post for more details about the schedule: https://t.co/HyRc7bVtts
Big congratulations to our Girls Middle School Bowling Team on finishing 3rd at Sectionals and advancing to State! 🎳👏
We’re also proud to celebrate Logan Le for qualifying for State as an individual for the boys team—what an amazing accomplishment!
Celebrate creativity at the 85th Annual Rockford Art Museum Young Artist Show! Featuring 286 works from 291 students across 48 schools. Join the FREE opening April 12, 12–2 PM (awards at 1). On view through May 10. Proud of our RPS 205 student artists!
🎨FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY! Don’t miss the RPS 205 All City Art Show! It's featuring amazing work from our middle and high school artists. Join us on Wednesday, April 8, from 5 to 7 PM at 304 Main Street. It’s FREE and open to the public.
Beauty, confidence, and career inspiration: Students at Flinn Middle School connected with beauty industry professionals through the Hair2Beauty Club, learning styling tips, hair health, and exploring jobs in cosmetology. Read more on the 205 VIBE: https://t.co/1A9qbzsXoz
🎉 Coming to school pays off! 🎉
Shoutout to our amazing students who earned perfect attendance! Your dedication, consistency, and commitment to showing up every day does not go unnoticed. Keep up the great work📚✨
Hair 2 Beauty Club at Flinn Middle School is currently seeking donations to help support our students as they learn hands-on skills in hair styling, makeup, and nail care.
♟️ Big moves by the Flinn Middle School Chess Team! This past Saturday at De La Salle High School in Chicago, the team earned 2nd place out of 13 teams. Even sweeter—back in November, they took 1st place! Checkmate, champions! 🎉
Calling all RPS 205 students in grades K-8: Want to be a part of the Valkyries Synchronized Swimming show in 2026? Attend a meeting on Monday to learn what it's all about!