Happy July! Here are some important dates to keep in mind!

Join us THIS Sunday, July 26, from 2-4 p.m. for our annual Ready to ROCK the School Year event at Schwiebert Park!

Get ready for an afternoon of fun as we celebrate the start of a new school year with:

📚 Free school supplies (while supplies last)

🌭 Free food

🎨 Fun activities for scholars

🤝 Community resources

🏫 A chance to meet your school's principal and staff before the first day of school

Bring the whole family and kick off the 2026-27 school year with us. We can't wait to see you there!

Thank you to all of our families who attended last week’s in-person Registration – we can’t wait to welcome our scholars back soon! ❤️💛

A huge shoutout to the incredible teams at every RIMSD school who dedicated their time and energy to making registration events a success.

From greeting families at the door to answering questions, completing paperwork, and helping everyone feel welcome, your commitment is what makes RIMSD such a special place. Thank you for helping our scholars start the 2026-2027 school year on the right foot!

If you missed in-person registration, you can still register online. Visit our Student Registration page for more info!

While you’re getting ready for the new school year, be sure to check out our Back-to-School page for important dates, Unpack Your Backpack night, information about our new two-way communication, and more!

Last week, Rock Island High School celebrated another group of graduates during our Summer Commencement Ceremony. 🎓

Commencement is more than crossing the stage – it's the culmination of hard work, perseverance, and determination. We are incredibly proud of each scholar for reaching this milestone and can't wait to see where their next chapter leads.

Congratulations, graduates! Your RIMSD family is cheering you on every step of the way!

🎓 Incoming RIHS Freshmen!

Give your student a strong start to high school by registering for the RIHS Summer Success Academy!

Students will:

✅ Connect with classmates
✅ Learn high school expectations
✅ Build confidence and organization skills
✅ Get familiar with schedules, routines, and campus resources

To register: Log in to your Skyward Parent Portal and click the Summer Success Academy tile at the bottom of the homepage, or sign up directly using the link below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSciUYIfSZE-U5Ou6r6LGGTSMVyMP6wTAZvuek7C_hQIL8yzuA/viewform

Congratulations to Michelle Schneckloth and Val Matson, who were recognized at the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Annual Conference in New Orleans this past weekend for earning the prestigious Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) designation. Their commitment to supporting the academic, social, and emotional success of every scholar continues to make RIMSD41 proud!

👏 Join us in congratulating these outstanding school counselors!

The Rock Island-Milan School District will host in-person registration for all scholars on July 15, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, and July 16, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM at each school building.

This opportunity is available to any family needing assistance with registration.

🔴Please note: Due to construction, Thomas Jefferson Elementary will be hosting the in-person registration at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church - 115 12th Ave W, Milan, IL 61264

Back-to-School Site:
Visit https://www.rimsd41.org/page/back-to-school for your one-stop resource with everything you need to prepare for the new school year, including registration, important dates, orientations, and helpful resources.

Rock Island-Milan,
Visit our Back-to-School webpage for your one-stop resource with everything you need to prepare for the first day of school, including in-person registration information, Unpack Your Backpack events, daily schedule, communication tools, important dates, and more.

Visit https://www.rimsd41.org/page/back-to-school to get started. We look forward to welcoming our scholars and families for an amazing school year!

Rock Island-Milan School District #41 is proud to announce that the Communications Department has received national recognition from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) through its 2026 Publication and Digital Media Awards program.

The following projects and initiatives were recognized:

📹RIMSD41 Strategic Plan Testimonials Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vqsEXkVRuw

🎙Mi-Rock Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DaIIg7ad18

📸Rocky Advanced Welding Photo: https://aptg.co/xRGjf0

🗞2024-2025 School Year Recap and Summer News: https://aptg.co/RnR4x0

Visit the NSPRA page to learn more: https://www.nspra.org/Awards/Award-Winners/Publications-and-Digital-Media-Excellence-Winners-2026

Congratulations to Rocky's Elijah Ramos-Ruiz and Edison's Atlas Morgan on being recognized by the Rock Island County Regional Office of Education with the Back on Track Award for having the most improved attendance this school year!

Presented annually to only four scholars in Rock Island County, this prestigious award recognizes perseverance, dedication, and a commitment to showing up each day ready to learn. Both Elijah and Atlas demonstrated tremendous growth this year, proving that consistent attendance can make a lasting impact on academic success.

To celebrate his achievement, Elijah was also surprised with a custom-built bicycle generously donated by Healthy Habits Bicycle Shop in Bettendorf. A special thank you to Dan Adams, manager of Healthy Habits Bicycle Shop, whose generosity and craftsmanship made this meaningful gift possible.

We are incredibly proud of Elijah and Atlas for their hard work, determination, and growth throughout the school year. Their achievements serve as an inspiration to fellow scholars and a reminder that every day counts. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

Congratulations to our outstanding track and field athletes who etched their names into school history this season by setting new records!

Their accomplishments are a testament to countless hours of training, unwavering determination, and a commitment to excellence both on and off the track. We are incredibly proud of our scholars for representing our school with pride and for raising the standard for future generations of athletes. Their achievements will be remembered as part of our program's legacy for years to come.

Congratulations on an incredible season and this well-deserved place in the record books!

Congratulations to scholars Megan Mason and Kylee Raygor for serving as Scholar Board Members for the 2025-2026 school year! Their leadership, voice, and commitment to representing their fellow scholars played an important role in shaping student perspectives and strengthening school-wide decision-making throughout the year.

We are proud of Megan and Kylee for stepping into this responsibility with professionalism, integrity, and dedication to their school community.

Please help us extend a warm welcome to Dr. Beth Summers as the new Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, beginning in the 2026-2027 school year!

Dr. Summers joins the district with more than 13 years of administrative experience, having served as an AVID Director, Elementary School Principal, and High School Principal. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to academic excellence, organizational leadership, and supporting scholar success.

She holds a Doctorate of Education in Educational Administration, an Education Specialist credential in Educational Administration, a Master of Science in Educational Administration, and a Master of Public Administration in Public Management & Leadership. Dr. Summers also holds a Chief School Business Officer (CSBO) Certification, bringing valuable expertise in strategic planning, resource management, and fiscal leadership.

We look forward to the knowledge, experience, and leadership Dr. Summers will bring to our learning community!