Johnson Elementary School

Jets, Happy Friday! A few attendance reminders: -Drop off starts at 7:15 AM -Students are tardy after 7:35 AM. Class starts at 7:35 AM. - After 8:36 AM, students are counted as a 1/2 day presence (per state guidance). Have a great weekend!

📢 Your Voice Matters! Join us for Community Listening Sessions to share your thoughts on next year’s Student Code of Conduct! When & Where: 📍 February 5 | 5–7 PM | Auburn High School Library 📍 February 13 | 5–7 PM | East High School Library (Bilingual interpretation available)

Jets, Girls on the Run will be starting on March 3rd and run through May 18th. If you would like your Jet to participate, Grades 3-5, please be sure to register. The registration fee is covered again this year by the school! Code: JOHNSON25 Registration Link: https://www.gotrnwil.org/ Thank you!

Families are invited to share valuable feedback on updates we’re considering for our elementary report cards for next school year. Join us at any of our upcoming Parent Report Card Feedback Sessions. For more details, visit: rps205.com/page/elementary-report-card-feedback

Jets, We kicked off our World's Finest Chocolate fundraiser today in an afternoon assembly! This officially starts on Monday. Please talk to your Jet, as they came home with permission slips to sell chocolate. Thank you for supporting Johnson and the PTO!

All RPS 205 schools are closed today because of the colder than expected weather. All after-school activities are also cancelled including Y Care. The RPS 205 Admin Bldg, Sterling Holley, & Ops Support Ctr will be open. This day will be made up on March 3 (Casimir Pulaski Day).

The Rockford School District is closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Jets, Our Kindergarten classes are participating in "Hearts Around the World" again this year! Please help us spread the word! This is an excellent opportunity for our students to learn about different states, countries, and cultures. Thank you for helping spread the word!

STARTING TODAY! Families are invited to share valuable feedback on updates we’re considering for our elementary report cards. The RPS Elementary Report Card Team is working on enhancing the following sections: Academic Readiness & Engagement, Life Readiness, Performance Descriptors, & Practices for Academic Success. Before these updates are finalized for the 2025-2026 school year, we want to hear your thoughts. Join us at any of our Parent Report Card Feedback Sessions: Jan. 13 @ Rolling Green, 3:30–4:30 PM Jan. 16 @ Westview, 3:30–4:30 PM Jan. 23 @ Constance Lane, 3:00–4:00 PM Jan. 29 @ Gregory, 3:00–4:00 PM Feb. 4 @ Brookview, 5-6 PM For more details, visit our Elementary Report Card Feedback page at rps205.com

Want to be a part of this year's Valkyries Synchronized Swimming show? Come check out what it's all about!

RPS Families: You're invited to share your valuable feedback on updates we’re considering for our elementary report cards. The RPS Elementary Report Card Team is working on enhancing the following sections: Academic Readiness & Engagement Life Readiness Performance Descriptors Practices for Academic Success (new section!) Before these updates are finalized for the 2025-2026 school year, we want to hear your thoughts. Join us at any of our Parent Report Card Feedback Sessions: Jan. 13 @ Rolling Green School, 3:30–4:30 PM Jan. 16 @ Westview School, 3:30–4:30 PM Jan. 23 @ Constance Lane School, 3:00–4:00 PM Jan. 29 @ Gregory School, 3:00–4:00 PM

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

Jets, just a friendly reminder that tomorrow night, 12/18, is Flow Night. Be sure to tell them you are a Johnson Jet! Also- Friday is Pajama Day!

5th graders from Bloom, Brookview, Johnson, & Welsh were treated to a holiday concert this morning at Guilford HS under the direction of Mrs. Kubacki. The entire concert was performed by the high school musicians who also showcased how each instrument worked. Mr. Walls' choir students also performed for the 5th graders.

Jets, The PTO has exciting news: our Penguin Patch Shop, which will be up and running next week for students, is having evening hours on 12/11 from 5-6:30 PM, at Johnson. Please see the attachment for more details. Thank you for supporting our Johnson Jets and the Johnson PTO!

Jets, Johnson Elementary shows their school pride every Friday by wearing blue and yellow, OR Jet's apparel! Visit: stores.inksoft.com/johnsonjets/shop/home to order your Jet some gear today! Free school pick-up is offered for your convenience! AND part of every sale is given back to the Johnson PTO! Orders are delivered within the month and make great gift items with the Holidays coming up!

Wishing you a day filled with joy and gratitude

See you on Monday, December 2!

Jets, We had incredible growth last year in Reading and Math, our daily attendance increased, and we are well on our way to another great school year! Check out our State Report Card and our Summative Designation: Commendable. Your Partner in Education, Dr. Ayla Peczkowski Building Principal Johnson Elementary School

Jets, Join us next week in participating in our Spirit Week. We will end the week with our Turkey Trot on Friday! Please see the days/themes, attached. We are thankful for our Jets each and every day!