Happy Paraprofessional Day!
Today, we recognize and appreciate the dedication of our amazing paraprofessionals! 💙👏 They play a vital role in supporting students and teachers, providing guidance, encouragement, and extra help to make learning successful for all.
Thank you for your hard work, patience, and commitment to our school community! We couldn’t do it without you! 💛
Paraprofessional Appreciation Day honors paraprofessional educators, who may also be known as paras, instructional assistants, or teacher aides. Paraprofessionals perform a variety of teaching-related jobs and often assist teachers in classrooms.
Paras may work with students on supplemental enrichment activities, either in small groups or one-on-one. They may also help students complete assignments or practice reading. Paraprofessionals often work with students with special education needs and a variety of disabilities. They may also supervise students outside of classrooms and help teachers with clerical work.
Paraprofessionals work tirelessly each day to support students & teachers, so today we honor them for their service.
Thank you, Sandra Hudson, for the delicious peanut butter delight! We appreciate your kindness and sweet treat! 🥜🍫😊
Congratulations to Ms. Slater's class at Rockford Elementary for achieving perfect attendance not just once, but two 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.
Congratulations to Mrs. Thomas's class at Rockford Elementary for achieving perfect attendance not just once, but five 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.
Congratulations to Mrs. Marion's class at Rockford Elementary for achieving perfect attendance not just once, but two 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.
💙 Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month Activities 💙 📅 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.
📚🥞 Reminder: Books & Breakfast Forms Due! 🥞📚
Don't forget to turn in your Books & Breakfast RSVP forms by Tuesday, April 8th!
📅 Event Date: Wednesday, April 23rd
🕗 Doors Open: 7:35 AM
📍 Location: RES
Come enjoy breakfast and shop the BOGO Book Fair with us! Please bring the correct change if purchasing breakfast. We can't wait to see you there! 📖💙
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. 🥰
