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The mission and vision of Kennedy Middle School is to create a safe, student-centered environment in which every member of our community can meet high expectations and achieve personal excellence through our commitment to relationships, responsiveness, an
05/21/2026
REMINDER: Early Childhood wraps up today with its normal schedule. The last day for K–11 students is tomorrow, but it's a shortened day. For more information on times at your school, check out the 205 VIBE: https://www.rps205.com/article/2813047
05/18/2026
💈✂️ BARBERS UNITED – YOUTH GIVEBACK EVENT ✂️💈
Calling all youth ages 6–16! Come out and enjoy a day of community, confidence, and FREE haircuts provided by local professional barbers!
📅 Monday, May 18th
⏰ 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 The Boys & Girls Club of Rockford
(Formerly known as Fairgrounds)
This event is all about giving back to our youth and helping kids feel confident and ready to succeed. Free food will also be available while supplies last!
We encourage families to come out, support, and take advantage of this amazing opportunity for the community.
💙❤️ “We don’t just cut hair… we build confidence.” ❤️💙
05/15/2026
Students across RPS 205 were honored for their creativity in celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary! Mayor Tom McNamara & County Board Chairman Joe Chiarelli visited schools Thursday to recognize Essay & Visual Art Contest winners with certificates and $100 gift cards.
05/15/2026
Attention: KMS Families!
📢 Kennedy Middle School Family Announcement 📢
Kennedy Middle School currently has a large supply of non-perishable food items available for Kennedy Middle School families in need. We are hoping to get these items distributed as soon as possible to families who could benefit from them.
If your family is interested or if you have any questions, please contact Kennedy Middle School for more information.
Please help spread the word to other KMS families so these food items can reach those who need them most!
05/08/2026
REMINDER!
Care Mobile is offering FREE physicals for all 8th grade students who will be entering high school next year. A physical is required before starting freshman year.
Forms were sent home this week and must be returned by Monday, May 11th. Parents/guardians who are able to may come to KMS between 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM to complete the paperwork.
Please make sure forms are turned in on time!
05/06/2026
Teacher Appreciation Week continues! We’re celebrating the educators who teach, mentor, and guide our students every day. Today’s 205 VIBE shines a light on our incredible middle school teachers. Read what the community shared about their favorites. rps205.com/article/2856830
05/05/2026
The Committee of the Whole Road Show continues tonight at Kennedy Middle School! Join us at 6 p.m. at 520 N. Pierpont Ave. to hear Principal Kourtni Gray share an update on her school and see Board business in action where learning happens every day.
04/30/2026
RPS 205's Family & Community Engagement Department is hosting its final PTO Coffee Chat of the school year. This is a space to connect, share ideas, and strengthen partnerships across schools. Join us on Thursday, May 11 from 11:30-12:30 at the Administration Building!
04/27/2026
Online Registration for next school year is now open! Keep an eye out on your inbox. You'll receive an email from PowerSchool Enrollment for each student. This email includes a unique Snapcode that you'll need to begin the registration process. If you don't receive your Snapcode, please contact your child's school or email us at [email protected]