The QUAD

The first day of school is about 8 weeks away for the 26-27 school year. Here is our academic calendar as well as our start & dismissal times so that you can prepare and plan ahead.

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

Sophomores in the Production Academy’s Engineering Pathway & Haskell STEAM students raced handmade cardboard canoes at Levings Lake! They designed, engineered, & built their boats using only cardboard & duct tape, then competed to see which was the fastest & stayed afloat.

REMINDER FOR ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Celebrate culture & connection at RPS 205! Join the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council on tomorrow from 12–3 PM at Jefferson High School’s Main Gym for a powerful event showcasing history & unity across our diverse school communities.

RPS 205 students stepped beyond the classroom to explore healthcare careers through hands-on job shadow experiences with local professionals. From nursing to lab sciences, students gained real-world insight & built connections for future careers. rps205.com/article/2866438

🎓 The Quad hosted its inaugural Grad Walk, celebrating graduating seniors as they took one final walk through the halls. Students were cheered on by staff, peers, and supporters while reflecting on their hard work and bright futures ahead. Congratulations Class of 2026!

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! We’re honoring the educators who prepare students for success in school and beyond. Today’s 205 VIBE highlights our outstanding high school teachers and the lasting impact they make every day! https://www.rps205.com/article/2857191

Creativity and flavor were on full display! High school Service Academy Nutrition students showcased their final projects at the Quad last week! After a month of planning, they created and served themed 3-course menus. Students highlighted 3 years of culinary skills while applying new nutrition knowledge.

Know someone who would love to help train the future of the Fabrication & Manufacturing industry? We are seeking a Fabrication/Machine Tool Teacher to guide and inspire our students as they prepare for careers in fabrication & manufacturing.

Position Details:
-Schedule: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
-Qualifications: Industry Experience in both fabrication & manufacturing, With 60 college credits – 2,000 hours of experience needed, No college credits, or less than 60 college credits – 8,000 hours of experience needed
-Teaching or mentoring experience preferred

👉 Click here for the full Job Description & Application: https://www.applitrack.com/rps205/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=location:%22The+Quad%22&AppliTrackJobId=22830&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

Please feel free to share this opportunity with colleagues or contacts who may be interested. For questions or more information, contact: Scott Sevey, Director of Career & Technical Education
📞 (815) 966-5320 | ✉️ [email protected]

Earlier this year, Dom from Media Production took these amazing Top Chef Competition pictures.