Fairview Early Childhood Center

Fairview has a new mural thanks to muralist and bus driver Ozell Taylor the third. Students got to watch Oz paint and picked out the theme of the mural. Students learned what an artist does. This is Oz's second mural at Fairview. His first was the diversity children of the world mural that reflects our students, families, staff and the community.

All RPS 205 buildings are closed today in observance of the federal holiday.

🎒 Welcome Back to School! 🎒 We’re so excited to see everyone back and ready to start this amazing new school year! 🌟 Attendance is the foundation for success; every day matters—regardless of the reason. Here’s how you can help your student shine: 📅 Be Consistent: Every school day is a new opportunity! Let’s make attendance a priority for a year full of growth. ⏰ Create a Routine: Help your child start the day on the right foot by setting a regular bedtime and wake-up schedule. 🚶‍♂️ Stay Engaged: It’s not just about showing up, but also being actively engaged in learning. A focused student is a successful student! ✨ Why It Matters: Attending school regularly—no matter the reason for an absence—leads to better grades, stronger relationships, and a bright future. Let’s aim for success together! Let’s make this school year the best yet! 🏫 #BackToSchool #AttendanceMatters #ShowUpAndShine #AttendtoAchieve #AttendanceAwareness #RPS205

All Fairview students and their siblings received backpacks at registration thanks to the generosity of Our Savior's Lutheran Church.

We're thrilled to announce the new RPS 205 app for our families that we serve as well as our staff! Download for Android https://aptg.co/SdXPgz Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/ml7g3d

Thanks to you, both Fairview Early Childhood Center and Summerdale Early Childhood Center have been nominated for Best Pre-School in the Rockford Register Star's What Rocks contest! Now that they are in the top 5, you can vote for for them to make it into the top 3. Voting is now through August 23: https://rrstar.gannettcontests.com/2024-What-Rocks-Communitys-Choice-Awards/gallery?group=495443

Fairview has a new diversity mural, which represents our students, families, staff and the community.

Thank you to Our Savior's Lutheran Church for donating enough new backpacks for all the Fairview students! Families, you can pick one up at registration or open house.

Dear Fairview families, Our welcome back letter, school supply list, newsletter and many other resources can be found on our website under the parent tab. Our events for the year are on our website. Open House is August 28 from 1-3. We're looking forward to seeing you all soon. Enjoy the rest of your summer and keep reading! Darcy Dunn, Principal

BEAT THE AUGUST RUSH! The Welcome Center is open all summer long. Visit for: Enrollment K-12, Change of address, Zone transfer, ​​Administrative transfer, Special Program transfer, Alternative transportation​, & Student Records. Alternate address stops may only be at daycares assigned to your school or babysitter addresses within the zone of the school students are attending if it is requested by the deadline (August 2nd) and must be more than 1.5 miles from their assigned school. Out-of-zone alternate stops are not granted.

Read all about our upcoming Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony: https://www.rps205.com/article/1666416

RPS 205 IS HIRING! Districtwide Hiring Event Wednesday, July 24th 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. East High School Field House Hiring for all positions across the district including: Classroom Teachers, Substitutes, Paraprofessionals, School Support, District Office, Nurses, Nutrition Services, Transportation, Maintenance, Security, Aides, and Administrative Professional Support roles.

The Superintendent's cabinet surprised staff members who were nominated for our shout outs. Check it out here: https://www.rps205.com/article/1657049

Holiday observance:

The Welcome Center at the RPS 205 Administration Building will be closing at 4:30 p.m. today and will be closed on Friday, July 5. We will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, July 8. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

RPS 205 will compete in fundraising for the Golden Apple Foundation. We'll have guest bartenders @ Ernie's Midtown Pub, 1025 Fifth Ave., on Wed., July 17 from 4-7 p.m. There will be featured food & drink specials & special tip jars. See how well educators can shake things up!

Congressman Eric Sorensen visited Constance Lane Elementary to announce $1 Million he secured to replace the century-old 8th Avenue bridge over Keith Creek. Neighborhood students will be able to travel to school safely once the bridge is rebuilt thanks to this federal funding.

Celebrate Rockford Football coach, Rick Schmitz, at the RPS 205 Athletic Hall of Fame on July 28th! To learn more about the inductees or to purchase tickets, please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rps-205-athletics-hall-of-fame-tickets-882187154527?aff=oddtdtcreator

The Rockford Area Arts Council, City of Rockford, & RPS 205 celebrated the completion of the mosaic mural at Lewis Lemon Elementary. Artist Susan Burton created her installation of "Lewis Lemon's School of Fish". Susan worked with staff & students earlier this year on the art.