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Students put their skills to the test at the CEANCI T&E Ed Regional Competition at Rock Valley College's Advanced Technology Center. They competed in Auto, Cabinetry, Engineering & Welding for a chance to win prizes. Auburn High School had students who represented in welding!

Students in the Engineering Pathway designed, built, & programmed robots for autonomous challenges & fast-paced races. All 5 high schools competed in the Battle Botz event hosted at Rockford University. Shoutout to East for sweeping 1st, 2nd, 3rd place & Best in Show!

Hello first day of Spring!

Tune in tomorrow, Friday, March 20! Auburn High School grad Sinecio Morales will compete on Jeopardy! A 2023 grad with a perfect ACT and state Quiz Bowl champ, he’s ready to shine. Watch at 4:30 P.M. on WREX! Congratulations Sinecio on this amazing accomplishment, and good luck!

Froberg Elementary's recent parent-teacher conferences got a fun surprise with Beloit Sky Carp mascot Poopsie! Students, families, teachers, and Y-Care kids snapped photos and played Rock, Paper, Scissors. It made a night full of smiles and school spirit!

The Illinois High School Association Boys Soccer State Finals are coming to Guilford High School! Swanson Stadium will host Illinois’ top teams each November through 2030. ihsa.org/news-media/art…

RPS 205 is celebrating our amazing volunteers on Thursday, April 23 from 11am-2pm at Think Big! If you’ve volunteered with us, we want to thank YOU! Please RSVP by April 9.

Due to the emergency day used on March 16, the last day of school is now Thursday, May 21 for Early Childhood, and Friday, May 22 for K-11 grades. Seniors' last day will stay the same on Friday, May 8.

🍀 Barbour K–2 students celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with live Irish music from Dick Gorman! Students clapped, sang, and learned about Irish culture. Read all about it on the 205 VIBE: rps205.com/article/2773218🎶

Hundreds of RPS 205 high school students in the Service Academy stepped into their futures through job shadowing! From classrooms to courtrooms, they explored careers in education, hospitality, public safety & more. Read all about it on the 205 VIBE: rps205.com/article/2771494

Registration for RPS 205 Summer Programs is NOW OPEN! Explore, learn, and have fun with Arts & Community, Sports Camps, Outdoor Exploration, Online Learning, & STEM & Innovation! There’s something for every student. Sign up here: rps205.com/page/summer-pr…

The RPS 205 Early Childhood office for screening and placement at the Administration building will be closed today. We will reopen for families tomorrow morning.

The PTO Lunch & Learn scheduled for today has been cancelled due to weather and will be rescheduled.

All RPS 205 schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, March 16, due to weather. All after-school activities will also be cancelled, including Y Care. The RPS 205 Administration Building, Sterling Holley, & the Operations Support Center will be open.

Auburn High School's Jeremy Coleman & Principal Ryan Nachreiner presented the Lean On Me program at the ICEARY state conference. Learn more about this relationship-based approach on the 205 VIBE: rps205.com/article/2754682

Cherry Valley Elementary welcomed families for a Student-Led Leadership Day with 2nd and 3rd graders! Students shared how they’re learning to lead themselves & support others. It was an open house with a song, presentations, & every student playing a role.

Auburn HS student Hayden Percell had his stop-motion animation showcased at this year’s sold-out Rockford Area Arts Awards! They even hired Hayden to create the piece at art events and at Auburn. drive.google.com/file/d/1KJEeAv…

It's not too late. You can still RSVP. The Family & Community Engagement Department invites PTOs & parent groups to a Lunch & Learn highlighting local fundraising options that PTOs may choose to use to support their school. We’ll have Funds4U & Mary’s Market as special guests.

Beauty, confidence, and career inspiration: Students at Flinn Middle School connected with beauty industry professionals through the Hair2Beauty Club, learning styling tips, hair health, and exploring jobs in cosmetology. Read more on the 205 VIBE: rps205.com/article/2752660

Tell us about your favorite RPS 205 teacher! We're looking for stories to share during Teacher Appreciation Week in May. Submit your comments at rps205.com/page/thank-a-t… by Monday, April 6 to be considered for publication on the 205 VIBE.