KMS is hosting a back to school night on Tuesday August 11th, from 3:15 pm to 6:15 pm. Students registered by Friday, 8/7/26 will have a printed schedule available at this event. Schedules will also be available on the Home access center, if you need help gaining access to HAC please call the main office. Our Main office is open Monday through Friday until 4 pm. Don't forget to check our website for more information, such as our school supply list, uniform details, athletics, events and more.
Kennedy Wildcat Families,
We're almost there! Thank you to everyone who has already completed the registration process.
If you haven't finished registering yet, this is a friendly reminder to complete your registration at the Main Office, located at 520 N. Pierpont Ave.
We look forward to welcoming all of our Wildcats for an amazing school year. Thank you for helping us get everyone ready for the first day!
Dear Kennedy Middle School Parents and Guardians,
If you have not yet registered your student for the upcoming school year, please visit the Kennedy Middle School Main Office at **520 N. Pierpont Ave.** to complete registration.
Registering as soon as possible will help ensure a smooth start to the school year. Please note that late registration may delay bus transportation.
If you need assistance, we're here to help. We look forward to welcoming your family!
Sincerely,
Angela Wainwright
Parent Liaison
Kennedy Middle School
Middle & High School families & staff: Please check out our 2026 student Ids, cell phones, & electronic device expectations. rps205.com/id-phone-device
Good afternoon, Kennedy Families!
Stop by Rockford Ridge this Friday for food games and fun. There will also be music and free haircuts!
RPS 205 is hosting a back-to-school event and staff will be on-site helping parents complete their students' online registration. If you haven't registered your child yet, this is a great opportunity to get assistance and have your questions answered.
We look forward to seeing you there!
From state champions and academic standouts to dedicated staff and a heroic bus driver, the RPS 205 Board of Education celebrated the incredible achievements of our students, coaches and employees at its June 16 meeting. Read more on the 205 VIBE! rps205.com/article/3007483
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
💈✂️ 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.” ❤️💙
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.” ❤️💙
💈✂️ 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.” ❤️💙
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.” ❤️💙
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!
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!
Please Join Us..............KMS Families!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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 registrationhelp@rps205.com
Happy Friday! Parents and Guardians,
As we approach the end of the year, students are expected follow the school uniform policy each day. At this time, we no longer have uniforms available for loan,
so we kindly ask for your support in ensuring that your child arrives to school dressed appropriately.
Your cooperation helps our staff maintain a focused and consistent learning environment for all students. If you have any questions or need clarification about the uniform requirements, please contact the Parent Liaisons or Main Office.
Thank you for your continued support.
As we approach the end of the year, students are expected follow the school uniform policy each day. At this time, we no longer have uniforms available for loan,
so we kindly ask for your support in ensuring that your child arrives to school dressed appropriately.
Your cooperation helps our staff maintain a focused and consistent learning environment for all students. If you have any questions or need clarification about the uniform requirements, please contact the Parent Liaisons or Main Office.
Thank you for your continued support.
Whoops, here's the link to the book fair!
https://shorturl.at/nZyKX
Scholastic Book Fair is selling out fast! In person shopping ends Friday evening, but extended online shopping with free home delivery over $35 ends Wed. 4/29.
Visit us during conferences! Books make a great reward for hard-working students.
Click here to shop online or to create an online eWallet!