Rockford's 4th Grade SAVE Promise members hosted an assembly this morning to talk to students and staff about the leadership trait for April. These students demonstrated different ways to show Respect. These students talked about respecting people, places, and things. Lastly, they talked about See Something, Say Something. This campaign is held to encourage students to maintain a safe environment and report to a safe adult! Great job, 4th Grade SAVE Members!
Students of the Month:
The following students were selected by their teachers as outstanding leaders within the classroom and school. These students show compassion and mindfulness for others and their surroundings. These students lead others by being Considerate! We are so proud of you, Keep Chomping! 🐊
Antonio Gonzalez Lugo was chosen as the Rockford Student Leader of the Month. Antonio was selected by staff and teachers as a strong leader in being Considerate for others. We are so proud of him for showing skills in kindness, thoughtfulness, and compassion. Keep Chomping!
🌟 April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! 🌟
This month, we celebrate and appreciate the incredible volunteers who dedicate their time and efforts to making a difference in our school and community. Your kindness, generosity, and hard work do not go unnoticed.
Thank you for all that you do to support our students, teachers, and staff! 💙👏
National Volunteer Month is celebrated every April, a time to recognize and appreciate the contributions of volunteers who dedicate their time and efforts to make a difference in their communities.
National Poetry Month
Launched by the Academy of American Poets in April 1996, National Poetry Month is a special occasion that celebrates poets’ integral role in our culture and that poetry matters. Over the years, it has become the largest literary celebration in the world, with tens of millions of readers, students, K–12 teachers, librarians, booksellers, literary events curators, publishers, families, and—of course—poets, marking poetry’s important place in our lives.
April is Counseling Awareness Month! 🌟
At Rockford Elementary, we appreciate the hard work and dedication of our school counselor, Grayce Goins, who provides guidance, support, and encouragement to our students every day. 💙
School counselors play a vital role in helping students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Let’s take a moment to thank our counselors for all they do!
April is National Bilingual/Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month! 🌎📚
At Rockford Elementary, we celebrate the hard work and achievements of our bilingual and multilingual students. Learning more than one language is a superpower that opens doors to new opportunities, cultures, and connections!
Let’s continue to support, encourage, and uplift our multilingual learners as they grow and thrive in their education. 💙✨
Autism Acceptance Month
Autism Acceptance Month celebrates and honors the experiences and identities of Autistic individuals. It emphasizes understanding, inclusion, and support, moving beyond awareness towards meaningful acceptance.
📚 April is National School Library Month! 📚
Millions of people, young and old, visit libraries every week. What's the draw? Everything! From young families stopping in for play and storytime to students sketching out their next creative project in a maker space, to seniors seeking tech help and everyone in between, libraries of all kinds help communities connect the dots that link one part of their journey to the next.
Help readers chart their next literary adventure by browsing the stacks or joining a book club. Let an author color their imagination at an author talk, outline their big business idea at an entrepreneur workshop, or trace their history with your library’s genealogy resources.
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and advocate for the safety and well-being of children. 💙
At Rockford Elementary, we stand together to promote safe, happy, and healthy environments for all children. Let's wear blue to show our support and commitment to preventing child abuse!
Together, we can make a difference. Every child deserves a bright future. 🌟
💙 Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month Activities 💙 📅 Tuesday, April 1st – “Stomp Out” Child Abuse 👢 Wear your favorite boots or shoes to take a stand against child abuse!
💙 Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month Activities 💙
📅 Tuesday, April 1st – “Stomp Out” Child Abuse
👢 Wear your favorite boots or shoes to take a stand against child abuse!
📅 Wednesday, April 2nd – “See Something, Say Something Day”
👀 Be on the lookout for your school’s Save Promise Club as they pass out important information on how to speak up and protect children.
📅 Thursday, April 3rd – “Sock it to Child Abuse”
🧦 Wear your craziest socks to show your support!
📅 Friday, April 4th – “Blue Day”
💙 Wear blue to honor Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month.
Let’s come together to raise awareness and support a safe future for all children!
🍪 Thank You for the Delicious Cookies! 🍪
A big thank you to everyone who provided the delicious cookies! They were a sweet treat and very much appreciated. 🥰
📸 Spring Picture Day is Coming! 🌸 A photographer from Strawbridge Studios will be at Rockford Elementary on Tuesday, April 8th, 2025, to take Spring Pictures! 📅 Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 📍 Location: Rockford Elementary Be sure to dress your best and bring your biggest smiles! 😊 Check out the attached order envelope/flyer for details on purchasing pictures. Thank you for helping make Picture Day a success! 📸✨
Order Your Yearbook Now! Capture this year’s memories with a Rockford Elementary Yearbook! 🖥️ Order Online: Available until 3/31/2025 💰 Payment Options: Cash or check (payable to Rockford Elementary School) – send in an envelope to your child's teacher Online orders – Print or save a copy of your receipt www.strawbridge.net Online Code:YB30047 📅 Pricing & Deadlines: 🔹 $35.00 – Order by 3/31/2025 📄 Order forms have been sent home! If you need another, please contact your child’s teacher. Don't miss out—secure your copy today!
Today Mrs. Marion’s class had a very special guest teacher in PE, their very own Brody Norman. Brody had shared with Mrs. Fitzgerald that he had finished reading Harry Potter and made a game with it. Today he taught the game to his classmates. Brody did an outstanding job of communicating with his class how to play the game, correcting any errors he noticed and making changes to the game as the students improved. Mrs. Fitzgerald is so proud of Brody for being a great leader and how he combined his love of reading and love of physical activity to create a fun and challenging game to share with his classmates.
🎉 Kindergarten Letterland Parade! 🎈📚
Our kindergarten students had a blast celebrating the Letterland Parade! 🎭✨ Dressed as their favorite Letterland characters, they proudly marched through the school, showing off their amazing costumes and letter knowledge.
Thank you to our teachers and families for helping make this a fun and educational event! We love seeing our youngest Gators excited about learning!
🧥 Lost & Found Reminder! 🧥
Our Lost & Found is overflowing with coats, jackets, and other items! If your child is missing something, please have them check the Lost & Found area as soon as possible.
Thank you for helping us reunite these lost items with their owners! 💙
🩸 Thank You, Blood Donors! 🩸
We sincerely appreciate everyone who took the time to donate blood and help us reach our goal! ❤️ Your generosity and willingness to give make a lifesaving difference in our community.
Because of you, lives will be saved, and our students learned the importance of giving back. Thank you for being heroes! 💙👏
Congratulations to Mrs. Freeman's class at Rockford Elementary for achieving perfect attendance not just once, but three times—for 16 days each time! 🎉👏 Your dedication to being present every day is impressive. Keep up the great work, and let's aim for even more perfect attendance streaks.
