When a student is struggling to attend school, there's often more to the story. Good attendance isn't just a school issue; it's a community effort. Families, schools & community partners all play a role in helping students overcome barriers & stay connected to learning. When a student is struggling to attend, the question isn't simply, “Why aren't you here?” It's also, “What is getting in the way, and how can we help?”

Join us for a Community Open House at RPS 205's College & Career Education Center, The QUAD!

Tuesday, October 13 from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at 4151 Samuelson Rd. Brief remarks at 5 p.m.

Check out the new wing that includes Automotive, Engineering, Fabrication, Manufacturing & Welding programs.

Student leaders will give tours all evening.

Attend a brief orientation to learn how you can get involved with college and career readiness for RPS 205 students, and sign-up to support work-based-learning opportunities this year!

Sometimes the smallest moments of connection give students a reason to keep showing up & can make a BIG difference.
Attendance is about more than being in a seat. It's about connection, belonging & knowing that your presence matters.
Every student deserves to know they are missed when they're gone and valued when they're here.

It’s happening today! Join us at East HS Cafeteria for A Conversation with Dr. Huff. Hear his vision for RPS 205 & share your ideas for the future of our district.

5-5:30 p.m. | Meet & Greet
5:30-7 p.m. | Presentation & Q&A

Enter Door FH8. Spanish & ASL translators available.

Absences Add Up

Did you know? Missing just two days of school each month can add up to chronic absence over the course of a school year.

Every absence, excused or unexcused, means time away from learning, relationships and the routines that help students succeed.

The good news? It’s never too late to build stronger attendance habits. If getting to school regularly is becoming difficult, reach out to your school. We’re here to help!

All RPS 205 schools & buildings are closed today in observance of the federal holiday.

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Every day at school gives students opportunities to learn, build friendships, connect with caring adults & discover what they're capable of. Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing why attendance matters because every student brings something important to our schools.

Join us Wed., Sept. 16, at East High School's Cafeteria for A Conversation with Dr. Huff. Hear his vision for our district.

5-5:30 p.m. | Meet & Greet
5:30-7 p.m. | Presentation & Q&A

Enter Door FH8 on the west side of the building.

Spanish & ASL translators available

rps205.com/page/a-conversation-with-dr-huff

Fresh regional produce is back on the lunch menu at Auburn, East, Guilford & Jefferson! Students have enjoyed blueberries from Berry Delicious Farms, watermelon & cantaloupe from Olden Organics & peaches from Hildebrand Fruits. We’re excited to serve these while the season lasts!

Meet RPS 205's Superintendent Dr. Larry Huff! Hear his vision for our district, & share ideas at A Conversation with Dr. Huff on Wednesday, September 16, from 5-7 p.m. at East High School.

Meet & Greet 5-5:30
Presentation, Q&A 5:30-7

The event is free & open to the public.

Are you a high school sophomore, junior, or senior who wants to make a difference in your community? Join the Youth Leadership Council. Build leadership skills, network with peers & community leaders. Apply by September 25. Learn more: publichealth.wincoil.gov/get-involved/ylc/

This school year, RPS 205 will be bringing back final exams for high school students (minus Roosevelt). For more information, please visit: https://www.rps205.com/page/middle-high-school-grading

Fall Sports 2026 will be starting on August 5, 2026! Attached you will find the schedule of each Fall Sport and their start time. If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to each coach or call the Athletic Office 815-490-4640.

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! rps205.com/article/3007483

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.

Knights marched with pride as family and friends cheered them on at Auburn High School's graduation ceremony at the BMO last month. The Class of 2026 is bold, brilliant, and ready to shine. Congratulations graduates!

The following Auburn High School seniors have been designated as Illinois State Scholars by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission: Austin Altangerel, Ashley Ariana-Bethancourt, Alexandra Brandis, Selin Dik, Besnik Jusufi, Xavier Lundberg, Trenton Matthews, Charles Miller, Liliana Rayon, and Morgan Whitmore.
In order to earn this honor, students must rank in the top half of their graduating class and score in the 95th percentile of the ACT or SAT.

It's graduation time! Everything you need to know about the ceremonies, parking & transportation, live streams, and a list of prohibited items for the BMO can be found at rps205.com/page/graduation