Jefferson High School

It's Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Illinois. RPS 205 is committed to keeping families and staff informed about weather-related school closures. Here are the ways you'll be ...

By: Jason Barthel, RPS 205 Chief Information Officer Safety at our schools only works when everyone is a part of it. That’s what our students told us. And they’re right. But...

Hundreds of RPS 205 high school students got a chance to participate in a junior job shadow experience in September. This unique opportunity allows them to explore real-world care...

Safety isn’t just something we talk about, it’s something we build together. That’s why, alongside community partners, we’re updating our attendance rules for all high school fo...

Let’s be honest—getting kids to school isn’t just about wheels on pavement. It’s about starting every student’s day with a sense of safety, community, and belonging. At Rockford ...

Rockford, IL – July 11, 2025 — Jefferson High School is proud to announce the hiring of Raven Burns as the new Head Coach for both the Girls and Boys Volleyball programs. In add...

ROCKFORD, IL — Jefferson High School Athletics proudly recognizes a standout group of student-athletes who have been selected to the Northern Illinois Conference (NIC-10) All-Co...

May 31, 2025 — Jefferson High School, Rockford, IL — Jefferson High School sophomore track and field athlete Janardie Turner made a splash at the IHSA State Finals Saturday, s...

Rockford Jefferson High School’s standout hurdler, Janardie Turner, is headed to the IHSA State Track and Field Championships after an impressive performance at the Huntley Section...

By GameChanger Media Ryan Bauer collected three hits in three at bats, as Jefferson Varsity J-Hawks defeated Rockford East 20-1 on Thursday. Bauer singled in the fourth inni...

By GameChanger Media Friday's game against Belvidere was a heartbreaker for Jefferson Varsity J-Hawks, as they lost the lead late in a 4-3 defeat. The game was tied at three...

By GameChanger Media Addison Smith struck out 13 batters as the starting pitcher led Jefferson Jhawks Varsity past Freeport Varsity Softball 2025 2-1 on Friday. Smith surren...

On Thursday, May 8, 2025, the Jefferson High School girls' track and field team competed at the NIC 10 Championship held at Freeport HS, IL. Both Varsity and Junior Varsity squads...

Teacher Appreciation Week runs Monday, May 5 to Friday, May 9. Teachers play a critical role in educating and shaping our children into the future leaders of our country. These ki...

Beloit, WI – Rockford Jefferson High School athletes delivered strong performances at the Hononegah Quad track and field meet held on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Beloit College - Str...

The last day of school is Friday, June 6, for all K-11 students. Students will follow a shortened schedule; all staff will work a full day. Students will still be provided breakfa...

ROCKFORD — Jefferson defeated Belvidere 2-0 in a NIC-10 girls soccer match on Tuesday. Yamilet Contreras-Gonzalez scored the first goal for the J-Hawks, assisted by Sydney Stoval...

Don't forget to order your 2024-2025 yearbook! Today is your last chance to order your yearbook at the discounted price of $50. Yearbooks will be distributed next week during ...

Students from RPS 205 high schools recently had the incredible opportunity to step into the real world of healthcare through job shadowing experiences with local professionals. Th...

BELVIDERE, Ill. — Makayla Taylor of Rockford Jefferson won the 100 meters in 13.51 and the 200 meters in 28.20 at a track and field meet held at Belvidere High School on Tuesday. ...