Auburn High School

REMINDER: High school graduation ceremonies are next week. Admission is free, but guests must have a ticket in order to enter the BMO. Tickets can be picked up at the high school's main office. All other info about this district event can be found at rps205.com/page/graduation

Sophomores in the Production Academy’s Engineering Pathway & Haskell STEAM students raced handmade cardboard canoes at Levings Lake! They designed, engineered, & built their boats using only cardboard & duct tape, then competed to see which was the fastest & stayed afloat.

REMINDER FOR ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Celebrate culture & connection at RPS 205! Join the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council on tomorrow from 12–3 PM at Jefferson High School’s Main Gym for a powerful event showcasing history & unity across our diverse school communities.

Students from Carlson, Marshall Middle, & Auburn excelled in the Illinois Future Problem Solving Competition! Their achievements highlight their dedication to critical thinking & problem-solving. Cheer them on as they head to the international stage to tackle global issues!

This past semester, Auburn High School Gifted Program alum Sofía Rayón led a university Capstone team in developing AVAP, an app connecting survivors of violent crimes to resources in Alabama. AVAP is now available on Google Play and the App Store. Check out this story: https://www.wbrc.com/video/2026/05/01/new-app-connects-victims-violence-resources/

Auburn High School is proud to present "United in Motion" the Spring Dance Concert!

Come join us for a night of exceptional talent
Friday May 8th and Saturday May 9th

$10 Students and Seniors / $12 Adults
Show begins at 6pm both nights
Doors open for tickets and seating at 5:15pm
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#Dance #Rockford #GoRockford #Event #CAPA

SAVE THE DATE: Auburn High School’s Business Academy Studio Art (BASA) pop-up shop returns to Rockford Art Deli on Friday, May 15 from 5–8pm! Don’t miss this student-led showcase of local art, fashion & talent right alongside City Market. To date, they have raised more than $800!

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!

Today is the last day that RPS 205 high schoolers can apply for a seat on the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council for the 26-27 school year. Learn more: https://www.rps205.com/page/ssac-shared

The big day is about a month away! Everything you need to know about the upcoming 2026 graduation ceremonies including dates & times, parking & transportation, ticket information, live streams, and a list of prohibited items for the BMO can be found at rps205.com/page/graduation

10 Auburn High School students graduated from EMR training through Superior Ambulance. They completed this during their lunch period. This program builds career pathways, earns real credentials, & helps grow the next generation of emergency responders in our community.

THIS SATURDAY: Anyone that orders food from BWW at either location can let the cashier know that they want to support Auburn High School MTSS. We will get 15% of the proceeds. We hope to see you there!

Students in the Health Academy competed in the Medical Terminology Challenge at Rock Valley College on April 17th.
Students from Auburn, East, Guilford, Jefferson, Byron, Belvidere North, Harlem, & Winnebago competed in a quiz bowl style competition, testing their knowledge of various medical vocabulary. They also received a tour of RVC’s Health Sciences building & participated in hands on experiences in different medical fields.

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: rps205.com/article/2813047

Future Knights, you’re invited! Join us April 23 from 3:30–6 PM at Auburn High School for an open house. Meet staff, learn expectations, explore your graduation path, and tour the building. Vendors & community partners welcome—email nicole.brady@rps205.com to join!

RPS 205 & Tyson teamed up to host the Ultimate Chicken Sandwich Contest, and this week, the winning creations officially hit the school lunch menu! Congratulations again to Connor @ Conklin, Iker @ Flinn, & Jordan @ Auburn! Each winner received a Nintendo Switch & a portrait of their delicious masterpiece. From idea to tray, their sandwiches were a hit across the district!

Auburn High School students spent their Service Academy Day giving back! At Gretta’s Goats in Pecatonica, they earned service hours repurposing bee boxes and fixing a gravel driveway, while learning about bee colony collapse and the importance of protecting pollinators.

For all high school students: Celebrate culture & connection at RPS 205! Join the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council on Saturday, May 16 from 12–3 PM at Jefferson High School’s Main Gym for a powerful event showcasing history & unity across our diverse school communities.

More than 2,500 RPS 205 juniors and seniors connected with more than 40 employers at our inaugural Career Fair at the QUAD! Students explored entry-level careers, shared resumes, and discovered opportunities to start working now or after graduation.