STEAM Academy at Haskell (K-5)

REMINDER: RPS 205 will host a free Boys & Girls Youth Wrestling Clinic for all K–8 students at the East HS Fieldhouse on October 28, 30 & November 1. Learn basic wrestling skills. Wear gym shorts, t-shirt & gym shoes. To register: https://forms.gle/XVHLKVBr39NTmed87

It's National School Lunch Week and today is Lucky Tray Day at all RPS 205 K-12 schools! Look for the lucky stamp under your lunch tray to win a prize. If you have a winning tray, bring your tray to the kitchen team to claim your prize. Good luck!

Enjoy the day off! We will see you all back at school tomorrow.

Community members gathered at STEAM Academy at Haskell to celebrate the installation of the SPARK! Youth Mosaic. Created by local youth with artist Susan Burton, the works honor the theme “Birds of a Feather, Flock Together” & showcase the power of art and collaboration.

RPS 205 will host a free Boys & Girls Youth Wrestling Clinic for all K–8 students at the East HS Fieldhouse on October 28, 30 & November 1. Learn basic wrestling skills. Wear gym shorts, t-shirt & gym shoes. To register: https://forms.gle/XVHLKVBr39NTmed87

It’s back! RPS 205’s Chicken Sandwich Contest returns! Create the most creative chicken sandwich for a chance to win a Nintendo Switch OLED & have your sandwich featured on the menu this spring! Turn in entries to your kitchen staff Oct. 14–17. Winners will be announced Nov. 17!

Enjoy the three day weekend! See you back at school on Monday, October 6!

All RPS 205 buildings are closed today in observance of the federal holiday.

All RPS 205 students can enjoy FREE breakfast & lunch every school day! Want to know what’s on the menu?
Check out our interactive menus on LINQ Connect:
https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/PAMMVV?buildingId=712405f4-4edc-ec11-8e1e-cdc141ccdd7d

This year, families can also add funds for a la carte items.

Download the LINQ Connect App.
-App Store for IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/linq-connect/id6443849490
-Google Play for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.linq.linqconnect&hl=en_US&pli=1

Questions? Call Nutrition Services at 815.966.3033 or connect with us on Let’s Talk.

Save the dates for our STEAM family events

2025-2026 Haskell STEAM Supply List

The first day of school for K-12 is Thursday, August 14. It's a late start day for middle & high schools. Early Childhood starts Monday, August 18. Here are the start & dismissal times for each school. Questions? Call your school’s main office.

The first day of school for K-12 is 7 weeks from today. PreK starts on August 18. Here is our 25-26 calendar so that you can prepare and plan ahead. https://5il.co/33ras

All RPS schools are closed today! See you tomorrow!

DEADLINE APPROACHING: Online Registration is open for the 25-26 SY for all returning PreK-11 grade students. Primary guardians should have received an email from "PowerSchool Enrollment" that is specific to your student(s). If you have any questions, please contact your school's main office or email registrationhelp@rps205.com . You must complete & submit by June 1. If you've already registered, thank you! For more information, please visit: rps205.com/page/registration

Ready to show your spirit? West Middle School Cheerleading Tryouts are next week! Open to all current 5th, 6th & 7th graders who will be attending WMS next school year. No experience needed! Come bring the energy and be part of something exciting!

Online Registration is now open for the 25-26 SY for all returning PreK-11 grade students. Primary guardians should have received an email from "PowerSchool Enrollment" that is specific to your student(s). You must complete & submit by June 1. If you have any questions, please contact your school's main office or email registrationhelp@rps205.com If you've already registered, thank you! For more information, please visit: rps205.com/page/registration

Online Registration for next school year is now open. Keep an eye on your inbox—you’ll receive an email from PowerSchool Enrollment for each student. This email includes a unique Snapcode that you’ll need to begin the registration process. If you don’t receive your Snapcode, please contact your child’s school or email us at registrationhelp@rps205.com. The deadline to register is June 1. For a how-to video, FAQs, and more, visit: rps205.com/page/registration

The Makerspace Expo was a hit at STEAM Academy at Haskell! 5th graders teamed up to design & build their own carnival-inspired creations using the engineering design process. Guests saw their work & heard what they learned about problem-solving, teamwork & themselves!

Happy National Volunteer Week! RPS 205 is celebrating our amazing volunteers on Wednesday, May 21 from 5–7 p.m. at the Nicholas Conservatory. If you’ve volunteered with us, we want to thank YOU! Please RSVP by May 7.