Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, Feb. 9, 2026

Hononegah walkout, sixteen swim championships, students who serve

Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, Feb. 9, 2026
On Friday, two Hononegah student groups spoke out, one by marching, one by praying.

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How Hononegah students spoke out Feb. 6
One school day. Different reactions. Amidst unrest over immigration, students at Hononegah responded in their own ways.
Hononegah’s Reign Rolls On: 16 Straight NIC‑10 Crowns, Three Firsts to Seal the Deal
Hononegah boys swim team stands atop the NIC‑10. Call it dynasty, call it dominance, call it what you will — the Indians’ program has become the measuring stick for excellence in our part of the state.
Hononegah students and staff recognized for helping with Special Olympics and ACT testing
Hononegah students and staff members received well-deserved recognition for teaming up to help others.

Upcoming events

Kinnikinnick School Board Meeting
Tue Feb 10, 2026, 7:00 pm, Kinnikinnick School Library, 5410 Pine Lane, Roscoe IL, 61073
Meet the Candidates at Roscoe Township Community Center
Wed Feb 11, 2026, 6:30 – 8 p.m., Roscoe Township Community Center, 4562 Hononegah Road, Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe Book Club
Thu Feb 12, 2025, 6 pm, Sophia’s Restaurant, 5467 Bridge St. Roscoe IL, 61073

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Hononegah students and staff recognized for helping with Special Olympics and ACT testing
Hononegah students and staff members received well-deserved recognition for teaming up to help others.
Strong spirits: why did he come?
This is what love looks like. Are you on board?
Hononegah Booster Club‘s Flannel and Frost event supports athletics and education
The Jan. 31 event provides funds for equipment, uniforms, team travel, and academic club expenses.
Lady SOBOs win on Senior Day 39-35 over Harvard
Chloe Ayotte (5 points) and McKinney combined for 10 of the team’s 16 fourth‑quarter points, knocking down a pair of threes and sinking pressure free throws.

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