The Rockford School District is closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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Flinn Elective/Core Subject Night
Want to be a part of this year's Valkyries Synchronized Swimming show? Come check out what it's all about!
We are excited to share that the 2025-2026 school year calendar was approved by the school board on Tuesday night. It includes several important updates that reflect our commitment to aligning with neighboring districts and enhancing the overall learning experience for our students.
Key Changes :
Earlier Start Date: The school year will begin earlier in August. This adjustment is possible because all RPS 205 schools are equipped with air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable learning environment during warmer months.
Fall Break: We will continue to offer a full week off for Fall Break, giving families and staff time to recharge.
First Semester Ends Before Winter Break: High School students will complete their first semester before Winter Break, allowing for a true break without pending exams or projects.
School Year Ends Before Memorial Day: The last day of school will occur before Memorial Day, providing families an earlier start to summer vacation.
The 2025-2026 calendar can be viewed here on the Calendar page on rps205.com: https://5il.co/33ras
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Flinn Middle School Cheerleaders take first place at first competition of the season!
Falcon families - Looking to show some school spirit, visit our online spirit wear store to grab some gear!!
Wishing you a day filled with joy and gratitude
See you on Monday, December 2!
Popular author Gordon Korman visited Flinn Middle School. He wrote his first book when he was in 7th grade & published it when he was in 9th grade! Gordon talked about how he wrote his first novel when he was only twelve — a four-month-long seventh-grade language arts assignment that produced THIS CAN’T BE HAPPENING AT MACDONALD HALL, which was published by Scholastic when he was 14. Gordon talked about research, brainstorming, developing characters, dialogue, rewriting & revision, and humor. Flinn invited Gordon Korman to share his love of writing, his experience, and writing strategies to encourage students to become better writers themselves.
Social media post for today’s author visit 😁
Today, we had the incredible privilege of welcoming Gordon Korman to Falcon Country! 🦅🎉
Gordon shared his inspiring journey of publishing his first book in 7th grade, talked about the inspirations behind his amazing novels, and gave us an exclusive sneak peek by reading from his newest book, Faker! 📖🙌
Students who brought in their favorite Korman books even got them signed—what an unforgettable experience! 🖊️❤️
A HUGE thank you to Mrs. Andrus for organizing this fantastic event! 🥳 Your hard work made this day so special for our students!
#FalconPride #AuthorVisit #GordonKorman #InspiringYoungWriters #Faker #ReadingRocks #MiddleSchoolMagic #FlinnFalcons
FOR ALL RPS 205 FAMILIES: The VanVleet Family Foundation Annual Turkey Giveaway
Sunday, November 24 at 3 p.m.
Auburn High School Fieldhouse - Door FH11
Meal kits are given out on a first come first serve basis
Students who have 10-14 Hallsweeps (Tardies) will have to serve 2 hours in ISS.
Students who have 15 or more Hallsweeps (Tardies) will have an overnight suspension and a parent will need to come to school with them the next day.
All RPS 205 schools and offices are closed today in observance of the holiday.
Flinn Middle School Fundraiser starts today at 4:00PM. The Falcon time that sells the most gets a donut party. Top seller in each grade receives a $50 Amazon gift card!!
Money goes towards Rec Nights, Student incentives and so much more.
🌟 Exciting News, Flinn Families! 🌟
We’re thrilled to announce that Flinn Middle School now has a chapter of the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)! Be sure to check your email for a detailed PDF with all the information on membership requirements and selection criteria! 📧✨
Here’s a quick look at what it takes to join NJHS:
📚 Scholarship: 3.5+ GPA
📅 Attendance: 90% attendance (less than 17.5 absences)
💼 Leadership & Service: 15+ hours of community involvement & leadership in one activity
✅ Behavior: No major referrals and a positive conduct record
We can’t wait to honor the hard work and dedication of our amazing students! 🎉 Feel free to reach out with any questions. Let’s make this an unforgettable NJHS kickoff year! #FlinnProud #NJHS #FutureLeaders
📚✨ Join Us for Flinn's Family Book Club! ✨📚
We’re so excited to invite you to our next Family Book Club! Mark your calendars for November 13th at 8:15 AM and join us as we dive into So This Is Love by Elizabeth Lim! 🎉💖 We'll be discussing the twists and turns of this magical read, and everyone who attends will receive our next novel, Masterminds by Gordon Korman! 📖✨
Enjoy a cozy morning with coffee & donuts ☕🍩 and the chance to connect with other families who love reading too. 📖👨👩👧👦 We can't wait to see you there and share in the fun!
#FlinnFamilyBookClub #ReadersUnite
Earlier today, Whitehead Elementary held a spirit day instead of a traditional Halloween celebration. Principal Randall & Assistant Principal Skaggs dressed as Gru & Bob from the Minion movies & asked all students & staff to join the fun by wearing yellow shirts & blue pants. Students were given paper minion goggles. After dismissal, the staff continued the mission & started building community with their neighbors next door at Flinn Middle School. They were able to pull off a sneak attack on Principal Schrank with the help from an ally inside.
Remember Flinn Students, No costumes tomorrow!