RK Welsh Elementary School

10/15/2026

TODAY is the last day to nominate a PreK-5th grade teacher for a 26-27 Golden Apple Award! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate a teacher who inspires students, builds connections, & makes a difference. https://goldenappleofrockford.com/golden-apple-teacher-awards/nominate/

10/15/2026

10/13/2026

NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH WEEK: The 3rd Annual RPS 205 Chicken Sandwich Contest is here! This is your chance to dream up the most creative, delicious chicken sandwich you can imagine! Submit your entries to your kitchen staff October 13-16 for a chance to win a Nintendo Switch OLED and have your sandwich featured on the spring menu! Winners will be announced on November 16. We can't wait to see your creations!

10/12/2026

The Rockford School District and its buildings are closed today for the observance of the Indigenous Peoples' Day and Columbus Day holiday.

10/09/2026

There's no school today due to Teacher Institute. Enjoy the long weekend!

10/07/2026

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/

10/05/2026

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

09/30/2026

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.

09/30/2026

Dress to impress. One week from today! ✨

09/29/2026

There’s still time to recognize an amazing teacher! Nominations for the 2026-27 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/