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
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/
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?”
Did you miss ordering your child’s school pictures yesterday? No worries! You still have an opportunity to place an order. Please use the link provided below:
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0493VCF
Missed Picture Day? We’ll have a Picture Retake Day on Thursday, November 19! This is a great opportunity for students who were absent or would like to retake their picture.
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0493VCF
Missed Picture Day? We’ll have a Picture Retake Day on Thursday, November 19! This is a great opportunity for students who were absent or would like to retake their picture.
Conklin Academy Family Math Night
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.
Just a friendly reminder that Family Game Night is tonight from 5:00-6:30 pm. Hope to see you there!
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.
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!
Join us Thursday, September 17th from 5:00-6:30 for Family Game Night: Playing with Numbers! Enter Door T by the new gym. Enjoy card, dice, and board games, creative math design stations, a book nook, and raffle prizes. Teachers will be on hand to answer grade-level math questions, and Student Council will be selling snacks. Plus, every Conkin Academy student takes home a set of dice, a deck of cards, and a sheet of games to play at home. We can’t wait to see you there!
🏅 Conklin Athletics Weekly Update 🐻
It is another exciting week for our Conklin Bears! Come out and support our student-athletes as they compete this week.
⚽ Middle School Soccer
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
📍 Flinn Middle School
Varsity: 5:00 p.m.
JV: 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
📍 RESA Middle School
Varsity: 5:00 p.m.
JV: 6:00 p.m.
🏃 Cross Country Meet
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
📍 Marshall Middle School
Meet begins at 5:15 p.m.
Athletes should arrive by 4:50 p.m.
🏀 Girls Basketball Open Gym
Wednesday, September 9, and Thursday, September 10
⏰ 2:00–3:30 p.m.
📍 Conklin Elementary Gym
Students should meet in the elementary gym and come ready to participate.
Let’s show up, support our athletes, and represent Conklin with pride. Go Bears! 🐻💙
Questions? Contact Athletic Director Quon Denny at quon.denny@rps205.com.
It is another exciting week for our Conklin Bears! Come out and support our student-athletes as they compete this week.
⚽ Middle School Soccer
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
📍 Flinn Middle School
Varsity: 5:00 p.m.
JV: 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
📍 RESA Middle School
Varsity: 5:00 p.m.
JV: 6:00 p.m.
🏃 Cross Country Meet
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
📍 Marshall Middle School
Meet begins at 5:15 p.m.
Athletes should arrive by 4:50 p.m.
🏀 Girls Basketball Open Gym
Wednesday, September 9, and Thursday, September 10
⏰ 2:00–3:30 p.m.
📍 Conklin Elementary Gym
Students should meet in the elementary gym and come ready to participate.
Let’s show up, support our athletes, and represent Conklin with pride. Go Bears! 🐻💙
Questions? Contact Athletic Director Quon Denny at quon.denny@rps205.com.
All RPS 205 schools & buildings are closed today in observance of the federal holiday.
Please click the link below to view the Conklin Academy September Family Newsletter:
https://app.smore.com/n/7a352
September is Attendance Awareness Month! Every day at school gives students opportunities to learn, build friendships, connect with caring adults & discover what they're capable of. Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing why attendance matters because every student brings something important to our schools.
Join us Wed., Sept. 16, at East High School's Cafeteria for A Conversation with Dr. Huff. Hear his vision for our district.
5-5:30 p.m. | Meet & Greet
5:30-7 p.m. | Presentation & Q&A
Enter Door FH8 on the west side of the building.
Spanish & ASL translators available
rps205.com/page/a-conversation-with-dr-huff
5-5:30 p.m. | Meet & Greet
5:30-7 p.m. | Presentation & Q&A
Enter Door FH8 on the west side of the building.
Spanish & ASL translators available
rps205.com/page/a-conversation-with-dr-huff
Good morning, Conklin families,
Tonight's soccer games have been canceled. Information regarding the rescheduled games will be shared as soon as it becomes available.
Thank you for your understanding. Please stay safe and cool.
Good afternoon, Conklin families!
Here are a few important reminders and updates regarding today’s athletic schedule:
🏈 Football: There will be no football practice at West Middle School today.
⚽ Middle School Soccer: Practice will still take place today after school from 2:15–3:25 p.m.
Our first middle school soccer games will be held this Thursday at Conklin:
Varsity: 5:00 p.m.
JV: 6:00 p.m.
Admission Prices
Beginning this school year, admission prices for all regular-season RRAC games are:
Adults: $4
Seniors: $2
Students: $1
All soccer players must have shin guards to participate. Students without shin guards will not be permitted to play. We have a limited number of extra pairs available on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact AD Quon.Denny@rps205.com
Please save the middle school athletics calendar. To view the complete schedule for all sports, visit the RPS 205 website, select Schools, choose Conklin, and click the Athletics tab.
Thank you, and go Bears! 🐻
📣 Conklin Athletics Weekly Newsletter
Please check out the latest Conklin Athletics newsletter! A new edition will be shared every Friday with important updates, schedules, reminders, and need-to-know information for all sports.
To view complete game schedules, visit the RPS 205 website, select Schools, and then choose Conklin Academy.
📱 Snap! Mobile Registration https://manage.snap.app/register/conklinacademybears
If you have not already done so, please register your student-athlete through the Snap! Mobile app. This will help families receive important team information and schedule updates. https://manage.snap.app/register/conklinacademybears
🩺 Sports Physical Reminder
Middle school athletes cannot participate in fall or winter sports without a current sports physical on file. Physicals may be uploaded through the Snap! Mobile app or submitted directly to the school nurse.
Questions or concerns? Please contact Athletic Director Quon Denny at Quon.Denny@rps205.com.
🐻 Go Bears!
