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
RPS 205 & Tyson teamed up to host the Ultimate Chicken Sandwich Contest, and this week, the winning creations officially hit the school lunch menu! Congratulations again to Connor @ Conklin, Iker @ Flinn, & Jordan @ Auburn! Each winner received a Nintendo Switch & a portrait of their delicious masterpiece. From idea to tray, their sandwiches were a hit across the district!
A BIG thank you to our wonderful Title One Tutors for their hard work and dedication to our students! Thank you for another great year!
Enjoy! See you back on Monday, April 6!
Conklin Academy hosted Career Day, where volunteers shared insights on their professions, including job duties, education, & career pathways. Students explored fields like healthcare, trades, education, engineering, media, & more. They gained inspiration for their futures.
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.
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.
Good morning Conklin Families,
Please see the athletic activities schedule for this week:
Monday, March 9
2:30–3:30 PM – Track Practice
Tuesday
2:00–3:30 PM – Elementary Basketball Celebration
(Please remember to return jerseys.)
Wednesday
2:30–3:30 PM – Track Practice
The Boys Volleyball tryout and practice schedule will be shared soon.
As always, please feel free to reach out if you have any questions at Miquon.denny@rps205.com.
Thank you.
Please see the athletic activities schedule for this week:
Monday, March 9
2:30–3:30 PM – Track Practice
Tuesday
2:00–3:30 PM – Elementary Basketball Celebration
(Please remember to return jerseys.)
Wednesday
2:30–3:30 PM – Track Practice
The Boys Volleyball tryout and practice schedule will be shared soon.
As always, please feel free to reach out if you have any questions at Miquon.denny@rps205.com.
Thank you.
Due to the emergency day used on January 23, school will now be in session on Monday, March 2.
See you on Tuesday morning!
Members of the AHL All-Stars, NHL, and Rockford's own Ice Hogs swung by Conklin Academy today to give students some hockey pointers. Students practiced their technique with the pros before facing off in a scrimmage!
See you tomorrow!
All RPS 205 schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 23, due to cold 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.
The Rockford School District is closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Join us for a public open house at RPS 205’s College & Career Education Center, The QUAD!
🗓 Thursday, January 29
⏰ 4–7 p.m.
📍 4151 Samuelson Road, Rockford
Student leaders will give tours all evening. District leadership will provide brief remarks at 5 p.m.
🗓 Thursday, January 29
⏰ 4–7 p.m.
📍 4151 Samuelson Road, Rockford
Student leaders will give tours all evening. District leadership will provide brief remarks at 5 p.m.
Calling all RPS 205 students in grades K-8: Want to be a part of the Valkyries Synchronized Swimming show in 2026? Attend a meeting this coming Monday to learn what it's all about!
Need assistance when school is not in session for the next two weeks?
Check out our resources: rps205.com/page/family-community-engagement
We'll see you on Monday, January 5th!
Check out our resources: rps205.com/page/family-community-engagement
We'll see you on Monday, January 5th!
Good afternoon Conklin parents. I have attached the upcoming Elementary Basketball schedule for your viewing.
RPS 205 & Tyson teamed up to host the Ultimate Chicken Sandwich Contest. The winners each received a Nintendo Switch along with a portrait of their creations. Congratulations to Iker at Flinn, Jordan at Auburn, and Connor at Conklin! The sandwiches will be featured on the lunch menu this Spring!
The Book Fair is coming to Conklin Academy!
When: December 5th-11th during school hours only
Where: Conklin Library
How: Students can bring money to school to purchase from the book fair.
When: December 5th-11th during school hours only
Where: Conklin Library
How: Students can bring money to school to purchase from the book fair.
