There's no school today due to Teacher Institute. Enjoy the long weekend!
Good evening, Whitehead families! There will be NO SCHOOL on October 9th due to Teacher Institute Day.
The countdown is on! There’s just over a week left to nominate an outstanding PreK-5th grade teacher for a 26-27 Golden Apple Award. Recognize a teacher who makes a difference. Nominations close Oct. 15! https://goldenappleofrockford.com/golden-apple-teacher-awards/nominate/
Good evening, Whitehead families! October 7th is picture day! Please make sure to send in your form and money with your child! We can't wait to see all those beautiful smiles!
RPS 205 will host a free Boys & Girls Youth Wrestling Clinic for all K–8 students at the East HS Fieldhouse:
Tuesday, October 20 for grades K-2 at 5:15—6:45 PM
Thursday, October 22 for grades 3-5 & 6-8 at 5:15—6:45 PM
Sunday, October 25 for grades K-2 at 3:00—4:30 PM
Sunday, October 25 for grades 3-5 & 6-8 at 5:00—6:30 PM
Learn basic wrestling skills. To register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScU_gmRt1vP5laFRA17lZiO3KcB_pH1jGaCPTXxwAmz6Z97kw/viewform
Tuesday, October 20 for grades K-2 at 5:15—6:45 PM
Thursday, October 22 for grades 3-5 & 6-8 at 5:15—6:45 PM
Sunday, October 25 for grades K-2 at 3:00—4:30 PM
Sunday, October 25 for grades 3-5 & 6-8 at 5:00—6:30 PM
Learn basic wrestling skills. To register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScU_gmRt1vP5laFRA17lZiO3KcB_pH1jGaCPTXxwAmz6Z97kw/viewform
Good evening, Whitehead families! Check out what's happening at Whitehead: https://app.smore.com/n/f0nv3
Good evening, Whitehead families! October 7th is picture day! Please make sure to send in your form and money with your child! We can't wait to see all those beautiful smiles!
Attendance Awareness Month may be ending, but our commitment to student attendance isn't. Supporting attendance is year-round work built on relationships, early intervention, problem-solving & partnership with families. If attendance becomes challenging at any point this year, reach out to your school. We want to work with you. Every month, Your Presence Matters.
There’s still time to recognize an amazing teacher! Nominations for the 26-27 Golden Apple Award are open through Oct. 15. Celebrate a PreK-5th grade teacher who inspires, supports, & makes a difference for students! goldenappleofrockford.com/golden-apple-teacher-awards/nominate/
Good evening, Whitehead families! Check out what's happening at Whitehead: https://app.smore.com/n/p51hn
When a student is struggling to attend school, there's often more to the story. Good attendance isn't just a school issue; it's a community effort. Families, schools & community partners all play a role in helping students overcome barriers & stay connected to learning. When a student is struggling to attend, the question isn't simply, “Why aren't you here?” It's also, “What is getting in the way, and how can we help?”
Good evening, Whitehead families! Check out what's happening at Whitehead: https://app.smore.com/n/8j9hc
Sometimes the smallest moments of connection give students a reason to keep showing up & can make a BIG difference.
Attendance is about more than being in a seat. It's about connection, belonging & knowing that your presence matters.
Every student deserves to know they are missed when they're gone and valued when they're here.
Attendance is about more than being in a seat. It's about connection, belonging & knowing that your presence matters.
Every student deserves to know they are missed when they're gone and valued when they're here.
Apple for the Teacher Day! Golden Apple Foundation will deliver apples & nomination forms to teachers, kicking off nominations for the 2026-27 Golden Apple Award. Nominate a PreK-5 teacher by October 15! https://goldenappleofrockford.com/golden-apple-teacher-awards/nominate/
It’s happening today! Join us at East HS Cafeteria for A Conversation with Dr. Huff. Hear his vision for RPS 205 & share your ideas for the future of our district.
5-5:30 p.m. | Meet & Greet
5:30-7 p.m. | Presentation & Q&A
Enter Door FH8. Spanish & ASL translators available.
5-5:30 p.m. | Meet & Greet
5:30-7 p.m. | Presentation & Q&A
Enter Door FH8. Spanish & ASL translators available.
Good evening, Whitehead families! Check out what's happening at Whitehead: https://app.smore.com/n/dnp7bj
Absences Add Up
Did you know? Missing just two days of school each month can add up to chronic absence over the course of a school year.
Every absence, excused or unexcused, means time away from learning, relationships and the routines that help students succeed.
The good news? It’s never too late to build stronger attendance habits. If getting to school regularly is becoming difficult, reach out to your school. We’re here to help!
Did you know? Missing just two days of school each month can add up to chronic absence over the course of a school year.
Every absence, excused or unexcused, means time away from learning, relationships and the routines that help students succeed.
The good news? It’s never too late to build stronger attendance habits. If getting to school regularly is becoming difficult, reach out to your school. We’re here to help!
Good morning, Whitehead families! The internet is down district wide, preventing us from taking attendance. If you receive a phone call stating your child was absent, please disregard unless they are truly absent! Thank you!
Blue & White Night at Whitehead Elementary brought families from Whitehead and Flinn Middle School together for an evening of fun and community spirit! Families enjoyed food trucks, games, and more while connecting with local vendors and services.
Good evening, Whitehead families! Tomorrow evening at 4:30 is our monthly PTO Meeting in the lounge! Come join us to plan all the fun we will have this year! Enter through Door A.
