Roscoe, IL
Robots, Catapults, LEGO Challenges and a Mad Scientist? Kinnikinnick's First STEAM Night Promises Fun for the Whole Family
The doors are open. Bring your family, explore, create and discover what STEAM can make possible.
Schools
Rockton, IL
Whitman Post Elementary to Host Cultural Night Oct. 21, Celebrating Global Traditions Through Food, Music, and Community
Whitman Post Elementary School is preparing to welcome families for one of its most vibrant and community‑centered events of the year. Cultural Night, a celebration of the diverse traditions represented within the school community, will take place Wednesday, October 21 from 5:00–7:00 p.m., offering free
Rockton, IL
Book Chats & Snacks Club Returns Oct. 13, Inviting Willowbrook Middle School Wolverines to Read, Relax, and Refuel After School
As fall settles in and students look for ways to connect beyond the classroom, one of the most popular after‑school traditions is back. Book Chats & Snacks, a lively reading club for 5th, 6th, and 7th graders, kicks off its new season on Tuesday, October 13 — blending good books,
South Beloit High School
South Beloit Schools Confront Enrollment Decline, Rising Costs at Community Forum on Tuesday Night Sept 29 2026
“No decisions have been made,” Butenhoff emphasized. “We are exploring options not announcing outcomes.”
Happenings
Rockton PTO is inviting families to mark their calendars for Wed Aug 26, 2026
Wed Aug 26, 2026., More Info Coming Soon!
Happenings
Roscoe PTO Invites you to the 7th- and 8th‑grade Back‑to‑School Night, running from 4:30–6:30 pm Aug 13 2026
Roscoe Middle School will welcome 7th- and 8th‑grade students and families on Thursday, Aug. 13, for its Back‑to‑School Night, scheduled from 4:30–6:30 p.m. The event helps students get organized, meet teachers and prepare for the first day of school. To ease parking and
Happenings
Roscoe PTO Invites you to the 6th Grade Back‑to‑School Night, running from 4:30–6:30 pm Aug 12 2026
Wed Aug 12 4:30 - 6:30 pm., Roscoe Middle School 6121 Elevator Rd Roscoe, IL 61073
Roscoe, IL
Roscoe PTO Invites you to the Back to School Bash Aug 17 2026 4 -7 pm
Mon Aug 17 4-7 pm., Ledgewood/Stone Creek playground area 11685 S Gate Rd Roscoe, IL 61073
Rockton, IL
Detailed rainforest theme artwork at Whitman Post Elementary and Rockton Grade School
The project was one of several that rounded out the school year in the month of May 2026.
Stephen Mack Middle School
Superheroes fighting bullying at Stephen Mack Middle School
"We need a hero. We need to look beyond superheroes and recognize those in our own communities."
Schools
South Beloit High School’s “Adopt a Senior” program fosters connection and support
Program born from the pandemic continues to connect Sobo students to faculty outside of the classroom
Rockton School District
Rockton School District Hosts First Annual Cultural Night
Rockton School District Superintendent Dan Phelps stated how pleased he was that they could, "shine light on the diversity and different cultures in the Rockton and Roscoe communities".
Hononegah Flag Football
Hononegah scores 62 in a pair of shutouts as they beat Belvidere North in Flag Football.
A pair of shutouts at Kelsey Field Tuesday night wasn't even the coolest thing.
Steve Cofoid Hononegah Legend
Steve Cofoid - Hononegah alumnus educator, former athletic director, club supporter
Cheerleaders sat on Kelsey Field, each holding 22 balloons in the school colors, signifying the life of a person who made a difference to everyone he met.
Hononegah School District
Purple and Gold celebrated the new school year, blending in special moments
Purple and Gold balloons adorned the entrance to Hononegah Community High School on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025, welcoming everyone to the 31st annual Purple and Gold Festival. Earlier in the evening, volleyball games were played inside the field house. Outdoor action started with soccer and girls' flag football. As
Opinion
Open Letter to Hononegah School Board and Superintendent Michael Dugan
The Hononegah School Board says since March they’ve been considering Dr. Ehren Jarrett as a successor to Superintendent Michael Dugan.
Shirland, IL
Shirland Wax Museum provided educational fun
Students at Shirland School finished the school year in a creative learning environment as a wax museum came to life on Tuesday evening, May 29 2025. Behind the educational fun, students researched a historical figure or a celebrity, took notes from multiple sources, composed a speech, and then presented it