RPS 205 will be holding a Boys & Girls Youth Wrestling Clinic for all K-8 grade students. This free event will take place at East High School (door FH3).
-Thursday, October 24: Grades K-2 from 5:15-6:45 p.m.
-Tuesday, October 29: Grades 3-5 & 6-8 from 5:15-6:45 p.m.
-Saturday, November 2: Grades K-2 from 9-10:20 a.m. and Grades 3-5 & 6-8 from 11:15-12:45 p.m.
To register: https://forms.gle/QxwrwyxC8F26pqHH8
Contact Gene Lee at 815-227-8451 or email leeg@rps205.com
Tomorrow is the last day to get your nominations in for RPS 205 PreK-5th grade teachers for the 2025 Golden Apple Award. You can submit at: goldenappleofrockford.com/golden-apple-teacher-awards/nominate/
To celebrate National School Lunch Week, RPS 205 is holding a contest to see who can make the most creative chicken sandwich. The students who create winning chicken sandwiches will win an iPad and their sandwiches will be featured on the menu in the Spring Semester! Please turn in your work of art to the kitchen team in your school's cafeteria between October 14-18. We can't wait to see the delicious combinations you draw up!
Missed out on buying a house bracelet last year? New to our school and would love to show your house spirit everyday? Buy a friendship bracelet! Just write down your name, which house you need and send in exact cash only. You will get it same day until we run out!
PTO Meeting tomorrow at 6:00pm in the Teacher's Lounge. Please enter through Door A. Please join us in making Whitehead the best elementary school in Rockford!
Don't forget, Wildcats, to place your order for your $10 spirit wear shirts! Send the money in with your child to their teacher or drop off in the front office.
Both the school district & local law enforcement are aware of a generic Snapchat social media post that's making threats against schools. This posting has appeared in multiple states. Law enforcement is actively investigating to determine the origination of this source. Currently, it's deemed that the threat isn't credible, and it's not specifically targeting RPS 205 schools. Safety is our number one priority, and we take all threats seriously.
Whitehead families, Thursday, September 19th from 5-7pm is our Blue and White Night event! Please join us in the parking lot for games, food trucks (please bring cash or card), touch a truck, a dunk tank, crafts, and more! It promises to be a great night of fun!
Whitehead families, tomorrow September 18th is Fall Picture day. Uniforms ARE required. Please make sure your child wears a collared shirt as their top for this picture day as we use these photos for our Yearbook. There will be another opportunity in the spring for non-uniform pictures.
Whitehead families, Thursday, September 19th from 5-7pm is our Blue and White Night event! Please join us in the parking lot for games, food trucks (please bring cash or card), touch a truck, a dunk tank, crafts, and more! It promises to be a great night of fun!
Whitehead families, tomorrow is Baskin Robbins Night! Join us at the Baskin Robbins on Newburg from 3-8pm and a portion of the proceeds will go back to Whitehead!
Help us celebrate educator’s good work through a Golden Apple award nomination. Click on the link below and tell us in a sentence or two about this outstanding PreK-5th grade educator! Nominate by October 10. https://goldenappleofrockford.com/golden-apple-teacher-awards/nominate/
PTO Meeting tomorrow at 6:00pm in the Teacher's Lounge. Please enter through Door A. Please join us in making Whitehead the best elementary school in Rockford!
All RPS 205 buildings are closed today in observance of the federal holiday.
Whitehead families, there is no school on September 2nd in observance of Labor Day. We will see you Tuesday, September 3rd!
Whitehead families, the first day of school is August 28th. School starts at 7:35am and will end at 2:00pm. Doors will open at 7:10am for breakfast. Please make sure all students enter through Door D, unless you are tardy, then please enter through Door A. Kisses and hugs at the door are encouraged! We can't wait!
The SCOC & Student/Parent Handbook are available in English at rps205.com. Families can request printed copies by visiting their school’s main office. Schools can translate the SCOC into a family’s native language using google translate. Administrators will provide presentations to review the SCOC with all students within the first 10 days of school.
🎒 Welcome Back to School! 🎒
We’re so excited to see everyone back and ready to start this amazing new school year!
🌟 Attendance is the foundation for success; every day matters—regardless of the reason.
Here’s how you can help your student shine:
📅 Be Consistent: Every school day is a new opportunity! Let’s make attendance a priority for a year full of growth.
⏰ Create a Routine: Help your child start the day on the right foot by setting a regular bedtime and wake-up schedule.
🚶♂️ Stay Engaged: It’s not just about showing up, but also being actively engaged in learning. A focused student is a successful student!
✨ Why It Matters: Attending school regularly—no matter the reason for an absence—leads to better grades, stronger relationships, and a bright future. Let’s aim for success together!
Let’s make this school year the best yet! 🏫
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Whitehead families, school supply drop off will be August 26th from 4:30-6:30. Please enter Door D and bring your supplies to drop off with your child's teacher! Also, join us at 5:00 and 6:00 in the gym for a short presentation from our Principal, Paula Randall.
Whitehead families, the first day of school is August 28th. School starts at 7:35am this year and will end at 2:00pm. Doors will open at 7:10am for breakfast. Please make sure all students enter through Door D, unless you are tardy, then please enter through Door A with an adult to sign you in. We can't wait!
