All RPS 205 schools & buildings are closed today in observance of the federal holiday.

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Every day at school gives students opportunities to learn, build friendships, connect with caring adults & discover what they're capable of. Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing why attendance matters because every student brings something important to our schools.

Join us Wed., Sept. 16, at East High School's Cafeteria for A Conversation with Dr. Huff. Hear his vision for our district.

5-5:30 p.m. | Meet & Greet
5:30-7 p.m. | Presentation & Q&A

Enter Door FH8 on the west side of the building.

Spanish & ASL translators available

rps205.com/page/a-conversation-with-dr-huff

Meet RPS 205's Superintendent Dr. Larry Huff! Hear his vision for our district, & share ideas at A Conversation with Dr. Huff on Wednesday, September 16, from 5-7 p.m. at East High School.

Meet & Greet 5-5:30
Presentation, Q&A 5:30-7

The event is free & open to the public.

Are you a high school sophomore, junior, or senior who wants to make a difference in your community? Join the Youth Leadership Council. Build leadership skills, network with peers & community leaders. Apply by September 25. Learn more: publichealth.wincoil.gov/get-involved/ylc/

This school year, RPS 205 will be bringing back final exams for high school students (minus Roosevelt). For more information, please visit: https://www.rps205.com/page/middle-high-school-grading

Rockford Public Schools is seeking a Nursing Aide Teacher to guide and inspire our students as they prepare for careers in healthcare.

Position Details:
Full-time (1.0 FTE) at The Quad & Wesley Willows
Qualifications:
Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in Illinois
Minimum 2 years of nursing experience, with at least 1 year in long-term care or a related setting
Eligible as a CNA Clinical Instructor per IDPH requirements (BSN or higher may be exempt from Train-the-Trainer)
Teaching or mentoring experience preferred
👉 Click here for the full Job Description & Application: https://www.applitrack.com/rps205/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=location:%22The+Quad%22&AppliTrackJobId=23178&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

Please feel free to share this opportunity with colleagues or contacts who may be interested.
For questions or more information, contact:
Scott Sevey
Director of Career & Technical Education
📞 (815) 966-5320 | ✉️ scott.sevey@rps205.com

Thank you for your partnership in supporting students and strengthening our healthcare workforce.

The first day of school is about 8 weeks away for the 26-27 school year. Here is our academic calendar as well as our start & dismissal times so that you can prepare and plan ahead.

REMINDER: Early Childhood wraps up today with its normal schedule. The last day for K–11 students is tomorrow, but it's a shortened day. For more information on times at your school, check out the 205 VIBE: https://www.rps205.com/article/2813047

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.

🎓 The Quad hosted its inaugural Grad Walk, celebrating graduating seniors as they took one final walk through the halls. Students were cheered on by staff, peers, and supporters while reflecting on their hard work and bright futures ahead. Congratulations Class of 2026!

Know someone who would love to help train the future of the Fabrication & Manufacturing industry? We are seeking a Fabrication/Machine Tool Teacher to guide and inspire our students as they prepare for careers in fabrication & manufacturing.

Position Details:
-Schedule: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
-Qualifications: Industry Experience in both fabrication & manufacturing, With 60 college credits – 2,000 hours of experience needed, No college credits, or less than 60 college credits – 8,000 hours of experience needed
-Teaching or mentoring experience preferred

👉 Click here for the full Job Description & Application: https://www.applitrack.com/rps205/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=location:%22The+Quad%22&AppliTrackJobId=22830&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

Please feel free to share this opportunity with colleagues or contacts who may be interested. For questions or more information, contact: Scott Sevey, Director of Career & Technical Education
📞 (815) 966-5320 | ✉️ scott.sevey@rps205.com

Earlier this year, Dom from Media Production took these amazing Top Chef Competition pictures.

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

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.

The inaugural QUAD Showcase brought learning to life! Students shared hands-on, career-connected experiences while guests explored programs and joined interactive activities. It was a great look at how the QUAD prepares students for college and careers.