MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Graduation season will be here before you know it. We will celebrate the class of 2026 at the BMO Center in May. Check out the details for these special ceremonies: https://www.rps205.com/page/graduation
The results are in! After reviewing hundreds of incredibly creative submissions, the 3 winners of the 2nd Annual Ultimate Chicken Sandwich Promotion have been selected. Swipe to see the High School, Middle School and Elementary School winning designs! The students with the winning designs will be awarded their Nintendo Switch OLED in December. We can't wait to feature these amazing creations on the menu in the Spring Semester.
The Rockford Promise Scholarship application is open now through February 5th. High school students can apply for the chance to attend college tuition free. Don’t miss this life-changing opportunity! Apply today at https://rockfordpromise.org/apply-scholarship-application/
The VanVleet Family Foundation Annual Turkey Giveaway is back! RPS 205 families can stop by Auburn High School on Sunday, November 23 at 2 p.m. to pick up meal kits—first come, first served. Huge thanks to the VanVleet family for spreading holiday cheer and gratitude!
RPS 205 schools honored Veterans Day in special ways today! Brookview celebrated their school community veterans and raised $800 for both the Disabled American Veterans & Vets Roll from their displayed 75 flags and Penny Wars. Conklin hosted Auburn’s JROTC & Drumline and recognized their veterans. Auburn seniors in the Fabrication classes crafted pens & soldiers and presented them to local veterans. Thank you to all veterans. We thank you for your service!
2025 VanVleet Family Foundation Turkey Giveaway on Sunday, November 23, 2025
Please use Door FH11 on the West side of the Field House to enter.
RPS 205 hosted its inaugural College Fair at The Quad for all juniors and undecided seniors! More than 20 colleges and universities were on hand to share opportunities available after high school. Students from all of the RPS high schools explored exciting paths for their future!
INFORMATIONAL MEETING REMINDER: RPS offers a scholarship program for juniors & seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in the education field. Earn a college degree @ a 75% tuition reduction rate & a FREE Master's degree from Rockford University! Join us tomorrow @ 5:30!
Auburn High School's JROTC invites you to an After-Halloween Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Nov. 8 from 12–4 P.M. at Rockford Headstart (902 Acorn St). For the first 300 people, there will be candy, turkey & food giveaways, face painting, costume contest & more! All are welcome!
Please see the attached information for Food Pantry's for Boone/Winnebago County
It's Principal Appreciation Day! This state-endorsed recognition was first approved by the Governor of Illinois in 1990. Thank you to our amazing principals, assistant principals & deans for your leadership and dedication to RPS 205 students and staff!
RPS offers a scholarship program for juniors & seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in the education field. Earn a college degree at a 75% tuition reduction rate & a FREE Master's degree from Rockford University! To learn more, join us at the informational meeting.
RPS hosted the 14th annual Academy Expo. 2,000 freshmen connected with over 100 local businesses to explore future careers. With support from 500+ volunteers, students gained real-world insight to help guide their academy selections for the rest of their high school journey.
The deadline to submit is today! Help us celebrate our teachers with a Golden Apple Award nomination. Go to https://goldenappleofrockford.com/golden-apple-teacher-awards/nominate/ and tell them which 6th through 12th grade teachers deserve this special recognition.
It's National School Lunch Week and today is Lucky Tray Day at all RPS 205 K-12 schools! Look for the lucky stamp under your lunch tray to win a prize. If you have a winning tray, bring your tray to the kitchen team to claim your prize. Good luck!
Enjoy the day off! We will see you all back at school tomorrow.
Flinn MS hosted the 4th annual Youth Story Ledger yesterday. Students from Flinn, Marshall, West, Jefferson & Auburn shared personal stories celebrating identity, diversity & storytelling. Families, friends & community leaders came to listen to these powerful storytellers.
Former RPS student & published author Devin Paladino visited Jefferson, Auburn, & Flinn schools today to inspire students with his personal story of resilience. He talked about the importance of students sharing their own stories. Devin reminded students that no dream is too big.
It’s back! RPS 205’s Chicken Sandwich Contest returns! Create the most creative chicken sandwich for a chance to win a Nintendo Switch OLED & have your sandwich featured on the menu this spring! Turn in entries to your kitchen staff Oct. 14–17. Winners will be announced Nov. 17!
As our high school freshmen get ready to attend our Academy Expo next week, here's an overview of our academies and what they have to offer to our students. https://youtu.be/eRrZRW4LBMA
