We are proud to recognize the students selected from each class as leaders for demonstrating ways to be considerate of others. These students are always being thoughtful of others and how their words and actions can affect others. These students add kindness and compassion to everything they do. Thank you for leading our school with heart and thoughtfulness. Keep CHOMPING Gators!
We are proud to recognize Elidio Gonzalez as our Student of the Month! Elidio was chosen for always thinking of others before acting or speaking. Elidio is always working hard and making sure that whatever he may be doing is going to better the situation. Elidio is always CHOMPING showing school spirit, enthusiasm, and a commitment to doing his best each day. His positive attitude and strong character make a meaningful difference in our school community. Congratulations, Elidio, keep CHOMPING!
Britney Shelton goes above and beyond in the way she supports our robotics program. She not only dedicates her time to helping students problem-solve, design, and collaborate, but she does so with patience and genuine care. She takes the time to truly listen to students’ ideas and helps them refine their thinking rather than dismissing it. This creates an environment where students feel valued, heard, and confident sharing their thoughts. In addition to supporting students, Britney models active listening and respectful communication with colleagues. She approaches conversations with openness and empathy, making others feel understood and supported. Thank you for leading our students in how to be Considerate!
Rockford Elementary will be closed on Friday, April 3rd, and Monday,April 6th, in observance of the
Easter holiday.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and happy Easter weekend!
Easter holiday.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and happy Easter weekend!
April is National Occupational Therapy Month!
This month we recognize and celebrate the important work of occupational therapists who help students develop the skills they need to succeed in school and everyday life. From improving fine motor skills to supporting independence and confidence, occupational therapists make a meaningful difference for so many students.
Thank you to our occupational therapy professionals for the care, dedication, and support they provide each day!
This month we recognize and celebrate the important work of occupational therapists who help students develop the skills they need to succeed in school and everyday life. From improving fine motor skills to supporting independence and confidence, occupational therapists make a meaningful difference for so many students.
Thank you to our occupational therapy professionals for the care, dedication, and support they provide each day!
April is Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month!
This month, we celebrate and support our multilingual learners and recognize the many languages, cultures, and experiences they bring to our school community. Multilingual students enrich our classrooms every day, and we are proud of the hard work they put into learning and growing.
Let’s continue to encourage and advocate for all of our learners!
This month, we celebrate and support our multilingual learners and recognize the many languages, cultures, and experiences they bring to our school community. Multilingual students enrich our classrooms every day, and we are proud of the hard work they put into learning and growing.
Let’s continue to encourage and advocate for all of our learners!
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. 💙
This month raises awareness about the importance of keeping children safe and promoting their well-being. It’s a time to educate communities, support families, and advocate for prevention programs that protect children and help them thrive in safe, caring environments.
This month raises awareness about the importance of keeping children safe and promoting their well-being. It’s a time to educate communities, support families, and advocate for prevention programs that protect children and help them thrive in safe, caring environments.
April is Counseling Awareness Month. 💚
This month recognizes the important role school counselors play in supporting students’ academic success, emotional well-being, and personal growth. We appreciate the care, guidance, and encouragement counselors provide to help students thrive both in and out of the classroom.
This month recognizes the important role school counselors play in supporting students’ academic success, emotional well-being, and personal growth. We appreciate the care, guidance, and encouragement counselors provide to help students thrive both in and out of the classroom.
April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month. 🤝💛
This month honors the dedication and generosity of volunteers who give their time and talents to make a difference in our schools, communities, and beyond. It’s a perfect time to say thank you and celebrate the impact of those who help others selflessly.
April is National Internship Awareness Month. 💼
This month highlights the value of internships in helping students and young adults gain real-world experience, build career skills, and explore future opportunities. It’s a great time to celebrate learning through hands-on work and to encourage students to take advantage of internship experiences.
This month highlights the value of internships in helping students and young adults gain real-world experience, build career skills, and explore future opportunities. It’s a great time to celebrate learning through hands-on work and to encourage students to take advantage of internship experiences.
Paraprofessional Appreciation Day is a special day to recognize and thank the amazing paraprofessionals who support our students and teachers every day. 🍎💛
Their hard work, dedication, and care make a big difference in helping students learn, grow, and succeed!
Their hard work, dedication, and care make a big difference in helping students learn, grow, and succeed!
April is Autism Acceptance Month. 💙
This month promotes understanding, inclusion, and acceptance of individuals with autism. It is a time to celebrate the unique strengths and talents of people with autism and to encourage kindness, support, and awareness in our schools and communities.
This month promotes understanding, inclusion, and acceptance of individuals with autism. It is a time to celebrate the unique strengths and talents of people with autism and to encourage kindness, support, and awareness in our schools and communities.
April is National Poetry Month! 📚✏️
National Poetry Month celebrates the importance of poetry and encourages people of all ages to read, write, and enjoy poems. Throughout the month, students can explore different types of poetry, share their favorite poems, and even try writing their own!
National Poetry Month celebrates the importance of poetry and encourages people of all ages to read, write, and enjoy poems. Throughout the month, students can explore different types of poetry, share their favorite poems, and even try writing their own!
April is National School Library Month! 📚
This month celebrates the important role school libraries play in supporting learning, encouraging a love of reading, and helping students discover new ideas and information. It’s a great time to recognize how our school library helps students explore, learn, and grow every day.
This month celebrates the important role school libraries play in supporting learning, encouraging a love of reading, and helping students discover new ideas and information. It’s a great time to recognize how our school library helps students explore, learn, and grow every day.
April is the Month of the Military Child. 💜
This month recognizes and honors the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of children whose parents serve in the military. We celebrate and thank military children for their courage and the important role they play in supporting their families and our country.
This month recognizes and honors the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of children whose parents serve in the military. We celebrate and thank military children for their courage and the important role they play in supporting their families and our country.
Pre-K Application Night
Join us to learn more about our 5-star Pre-K programs and to receive assistance in completing the application!
If you have a child who will be 4 on or before 8/31/26, please make plans to join us.
It is helpful to bring the following items with you to assist with the application:
One month of pay stubs from each adult.
Proof of residence (power bill, phone bill, etc).
Copy of the child’s birth certificate.
March 24th, 6-7 pm: White Plains Elementary School
March 31st, 6-7 pm: Rockford Elementary School
April 7th, 6-7 pm: Franklin Elementary School
April 14th, 6-7 pm: Flat Rock Elementary School
Join us to learn more about our 5-star Pre-K programs and to receive assistance in completing the application!
If you have a child who will be 4 on or before 8/31/26, please make plans to join us.
It is helpful to bring the following items with you to assist with the application:
One month of pay stubs from each adult.
Proof of residence (power bill, phone bill, etc).
Copy of the child’s birth certificate.
March 24th, 6-7 pm: White Plains Elementary School
March 31st, 6-7 pm: Rockford Elementary School
April 7th, 6-7 pm: Franklin Elementary School
April 14th, 6-7 pm: Flat Rock Elementary School
Congratulations to Miss Newman's Kindergarten Class!
They’ve earned perfect attendance FOUR times and are celebrating with an ice cream treat!
Way to go—keep up the amazing attendance!
They’ve earned perfect attendance FOUR times and are celebrating with an ice cream treat!
Way to go—keep up the amazing attendance!
Congratulations to Mrs. Hendrix's Kindergarten Class!
Every student has been present for 16 days, twice! Way to go!
Your dedication and commitment to being at school every day have earned you a special reward — doughnuts for perfect attendance!
Keep up the amazing work, Gators!
Every student has been present for 16 days, twice! Way to go!
Your dedication and commitment to being at school every day have earned you a special reward — doughnuts for perfect attendance!
Keep up the amazing work, Gators!
This month, the science club learned about rainbows! They talked about how and when they are formed and discovered some interesting facts! They then went outside and made their own rainbows! So much fun!
Blood Drive – Thursday, March 26th 🩸
Scan the QR code to schedule your appointment and help make a difference!
Each student who brings in a donor will receive a special ice cream treat at a later time. 🍦
Thank you for supporting this important cause!
Scan the QR code to schedule your appointment and help make a difference!
Each student who brings in a donor will receive a special ice cream treat at a later time. 🍦
Thank you for supporting this important cause!
