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
RPS high schools are serving up regional flavor this month! Through our partnership with The Common Market, students at Auburn, East, Guilford & Jefferson are enjoying fresh Honeycrisp apples from Hildebrand Farms in Michigan—supporting area farmers & healthy school meals! 🍎
Flinn Middle School hosts the annual Youth Story Ledger on Thurs, Oct. 9, 4:30–6 PM! Students from Flinn, Marshall, West, Jefferson & Auburn will share powerful stories in a celebration of identity, diversity & storytelling. All are welcome to hear our next gen of storytellers!
KNIGHT FANS!
THE AUBURN KNIGHTS VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM WILL TAKE ON THE BOYLAN TITANS TONIGHT AT 7PM. THE NORMAL SCHEDULE OF THE JV TEAM PLAYING PRIOR TO THE VARSITY WILL NOT TAKE PLACE TONIGHT. THE JV GAME WILL BE PLAYED ON MONDAY EVENING OCTOBER 6, 2025 AT BOYLAN HIGH SCHOOL AT 5PM. PLEASE MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO ATTEND BOTH GAMES. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF AUBURN ATHLETICS, IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL CEDRIC JONES AT
815-490-4640.
THANK YOU
THE AUBURN KNIGHTS VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM WILL TAKE ON THE BOYLAN TITANS TONIGHT AT 7PM. THE NORMAL SCHEDULE OF THE JV TEAM PLAYING PRIOR TO THE VARSITY WILL NOT TAKE PLACE TONIGHT. THE JV GAME WILL BE PLAYED ON MONDAY EVENING OCTOBER 6, 2025 AT BOYLAN HIGH SCHOOL AT 5PM. PLEASE MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO ATTEND BOTH GAMES. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF AUBURN ATHLETICS, IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL CEDRIC JONES AT
815-490-4640.
THANK YOU
Enjoy the three day weekend! See you back at school on Monday, October 6!
The Rockford Promise Scholarship application is open Oct. 1–Feb. 5 at 5 p.m. High school students can apply now for the chance to attend college tuition free. Don’t miss this life-changing opportunity! Apply today at https://rockfordpromise.org/
Superior Ambulance EMR Club at Auburn HS:
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance remains committed to continuing their partnership with Auburn HS. The EMR program will be held from January to April for this school year. During its tenure, we have had 22 students graduate from the program. Six have been state licensed at the EMR level, and two have moved on to the EMT level and are now working with Superior Ambulance. Any questions please reach out to Hosea Harris at Hosea.harris@rps205.com
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance remains committed to continuing their partnership with Auburn HS. The EMR program will be held from January to April for this school year. During its tenure, we have had 22 students graduate from the program. Six have been state licensed at the EMR level, and two have moved on to the EMT level and are now working with Superior Ambulance. Any questions please reach out to Hosea Harris at Hosea.harris@rps205.com
Did you happen to catch Auburn High School senior Royal Whitmore featured on the local news last night? He and his siblings are published authors! Check it out! https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockford-siblings-honor-grandfather-with-new-book-before-you-go-to-heaven/
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. The deadline to submit is October 16!
All RPS 205 buildings are closed today in observance of the federal holiday.
Shoutout to Auburn’s PLUS Program Team for earning the Team of Excellence award at Carpenter’s Place Celebrate Success event! For two years, Ms. Williford’s & Ms. Fishe's classes have volunteered weekly at Carpenter’s Corners, gaining work skills & giving back to the community.
