

August 7, 2026
We want Meet Your Bus Driver Day to be a good experience for all K-12 students and families, helping everyone feel ready for the first day of school. The event will now take pla...

August 6, 2026
Beginning this school year, Rockford Public Schools will bring back final exams & learning experiences for all high school students. We made this decision after hearing from stu...

August 4, 2026
Every student deserves a school where they feel safe, supported and ready to learn. Learning begins when students walk into a building where they are known, welcomed and able to...

August 4, 2026
Whether your student is an incoming freshman or you've been part of the Jefferson community for years, there's a place for you in the Booster Club. New to Jefferson? Here's How t...

June 23, 2026
The Rockford Public Schools Board of Education recognized dozens of outstanding students, staff members and coaches during its June 16 meeting, celebrating accomplishments in acad...

May 27, 2026
We recognized outstanding student athletes, coaches, educators and academic achievers during the May 2026 School Board meeting. State Bowling Qualifiers Recognized RPS 205 honor...

May 11, 2026
Students in RPS 205 high schools recently stepped beyond the classroom to explore careers in healthcare through hands-on job shadow experiences with local professionals. The Heal...

May 7, 2026
Teacher Appreciation Week on the first Monday through Friday in May honoring those who have dedicated their lives to education. Teachers provide students with the tools and resour...

April 24, 2026
RPS 205 honored outstanding staff, students, and coaches during its April 21 Board of Education meeting, celebrating their achievements across academics, athletics, and the arts. ...

April 23, 2026
Students from Jefferson High School earned top recognition at the 13th Annual Illinois High School Art Exhibition, held at the Bridgeport Art Center in Chicago. The statewide eve...

April 21, 2026
By: Jessica Powers This year, our volunteers have played a vital role in supporting Jefferson High School athletics and strengthening school spirit. A dedicated group of parents ...

April 10, 2026
The last day of school is Friday, May 22, for all K-11 students. Students will follow a shortened schedule; all staff will work a full day. Students will still be provided breakfa...

March 26, 2026
RPS 205 recognized outstanding staff, students, and coaches during its March Board of Education meeting, celebrating achievements across academics, athletics, and fine arts. The...

March 17, 2026
Hundreds of high school students in the Service Academy stepped outside the classroom and into real-world careers through a recent job shadowing experience with local professional...

February 5, 2026
The National Scholastic Art & Writing Awards program was developed to establish a structure for encouraging outside-of-the-box thinkers and creators. Student works are reviewed and...

December 18, 2025
The Golden Apple Foundation has announced the names of the teachers selected to move forward in the selection process for the 2026 Golden Apple Awards. Nine of the 20 finalists ar...

December 17, 2025
RPS 205 recognized outstanding students, staff, and coaches during the December 16 Board of Education meeting. The evening opened with acknowledgements of student-athletes who ad...

December 9, 2025
RPS 205 high school students recently had the unique opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the working world. Through the Business Academy job-shadowing experience, st...

November 10, 2025
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 ...

October 14, 2025
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...