Rockford Public Schools

Every politician says they want to make education for their community better. But how do they actually work with schools to do that once they're elected?

COVID-19 has reignited the conversation around student mental health. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and, crucially, the end of the pandemic-altered…

After talking to school nurses and staff, Mel Gilfillan thought the Winnebago County Health Department’s statement that there were cases but no spread of…

A newly proposed scholarship would give Rockford Public School students an opportunity for free tuition and fees at Northern Illinois University.Rockford…

More than 40 schools in Winnebago County have reported positive COVID-19 cases. Close to half of those are Rockford Public Schools. Dr. Sandra Martell is…

A free student laundry program kicks off this week in Rockford.The "Fresh for Learning" program lets any Rockford Public School student wash their clothes…

Many school districts surveyed staff and parents over the summer. They highlighted challenges in the spring. Several schools asked the students themselves…

Rockford Public Schools just became the latest district to release a plan for reopening.No matter the grade level, parents can choose full-time remote…

The Rockford Area Arts Council wants your kids to create short videos not just for fun, but for educational purposes.Alone Together is a film showcase for…

Students are taping drywall they hung a few weeks ago. The sound of hammers and saws echo from another room. “This house here was built last year at…