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.
See you on Monday, December 1st!
Dear Parents and Players,
No Practice this Saturday for Middle school boys Basketball.
This is a reminder that our middle school basket
No Practice this Saturday for Middle school boys Basketball.
This is a reminder that our middle school basket
Dear Parents and Players,
This is a reminder that our middle school basketball team will be participating in the Lutheran Black Friday Basketball Tournament next Friday, November 28, 2025. Our first game will be on Court 4 at 10:00 AM. The tournament will be held at UW Sports Factory, Downtown Rockford.
We will have one practice this week on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. The practice time will be determined based on parent feedback: either 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM or 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Practice will take place at Conklin Academy.
Please email Ad Quon at Miquon.denny@rps205.com
to indicate which practice time works best for your family so we can accommodate transportation needs.
Thank you for your support, and we look forward to a great tournament!
Best regards,
This is a reminder that our middle school basketball team will be participating in the Lutheran Black Friday Basketball Tournament next Friday, November 28, 2025. Our first game will be on Court 4 at 10:00 AM. The tournament will be held at UW Sports Factory, Downtown Rockford.
We will have one practice this week on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. The practice time will be determined based on parent feedback: either 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM or 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Practice will take place at Conklin Academy.
Please email Ad Quon at Miquon.denny@rps205.com
to indicate which practice time works best for your family so we can accommodate transportation needs.
Thank you for your support, and we look forward to a great tournament!
Best regards,
The results are in! After reviewing hundreds of incredibly creative submissions, the 3 winners of the 2nd Annual Ultimate Chicken Sandwich Promotion have been selected. Swipe to see the High School, Middle School and Elementary School winning designs! The students with the winning designs will be awarded their Nintendo Switch OLED in December. We can't wait to feature these amazing creations on the menu in the Spring Semester.
Great news for our Elementary student-athletes basketball season is officially here! Our first practice will be held on Monday, November 17, 2025, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Conklin Academy gym. This practice is open to all 4th and 5th grade students. Students are welcome to remain after school until practice begins.
If you have any questions, please contact Athletic Director Quon Denny at Miquon.denny@rps205.com
Thank you for your continued support of Conklin Academy, where we strive to Set the Standard.
If you have any questions, please contact Athletic Director Quon Denny at Miquon.denny@rps205.com
Thank you for your continued support of Conklin Academy, where we strive to Set the Standard.
RPS 205 schools honored Veterans Day in special ways today! Brookview celebrated their school community veterans and raised $800 for both the Disabled American Veterans & Vets Roll from their displayed 75 flags and Penny Wars. Conklin hosted Auburn’s JROTC & Drumline and recognized their veterans. Auburn seniors in the Fabrication classes crafted pens & soldiers and presented them to local veterans. Thank you to all veterans. We thank you for your service!
Game Day Reminder – Middle School Boys Basketball
It’s game day for our Conklin Middle School boys basketball team! 🏀
A few important reminders for families and players:
Transportation: There will be no activity bus for Conklin athletes this season. Parents must provide transportation to and from all games.
Game Details: Tonight’s game is at Lincoln Middle School at 5:15 p.m. Players should plan to arrive by 5:00 p.m.
Admission: Parents – $2.00 | Students – $1.00
Conklin Expectations:
We ask all parents and supporters to demonstrate good sportsmanship by treating our coaches, referees, and players with respect. As this is our first season, we’re focused on building a strong foundation—encouraging our students to learn, grow, and most importantly, have fun.
Go Conklin! 💙
It’s game day for our Conklin Middle School boys basketball team! 🏀
A few important reminders for families and players:
Transportation: There will be no activity bus for Conklin athletes this season. Parents must provide transportation to and from all games.
Game Details: Tonight’s game is at Lincoln Middle School at 5:15 p.m. Players should plan to arrive by 5:00 p.m.
Admission: Parents – $2.00 | Students – $1.00
Conklin Expectations:
We ask all parents and supporters to demonstrate good sportsmanship by treating our coaches, referees, and players with respect. As this is our first season, we’re focused on building a strong foundation—encouraging our students to learn, grow, and most importantly, have fun.
Go Conklin! 💙
Congratulations to our Conklin Middle School Girls Basketball team on an outstanding win last night! Coach Bailey and the athletes showcased incredible perseverance and dedication as they closed out our first season with a hard-fought 15-11 victory over Resa.
Let’s continue to rally behind our Conklin athletes! The boys’ team will take the court for their first game of the season this Thursday at Lincoln at 5:15 PM. Join us in cheering them on and showing your Conklin Pride!
#SetTheStandard #ConklinPride
Let’s continue to rally behind our Conklin athletes! The boys’ team will take the court for their first game of the season this Thursday at Lincoln at 5:15 PM. Join us in cheering them on and showing your Conklin Pride!
#SetTheStandard #ConklinPride
