JOIN US for a cozy night of reading!
Rockdale will be hosting our Family Literacy Night on Thursday, October 22nd from 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Cozy up for a night of stories, games, crafts, and tons of fun. Make sure you wear your favorite pajamas! All students who attend will receive a homework pass.
Families should enter through door E (ramp door).
We can't wait to see you there!
Rockdale will be hosting our Family Literacy Night on Thursday, October 22nd from 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Cozy up for a night of stories, games, crafts, and tons of fun. Make sure you wear your favorite pajamas! All students who attend will receive a homework pass.
Families should enter through door E (ramp door).
We can't wait to see you there!
Hello, Rams!
DON'T FORGET!
PTO is having a fundraiser at El Comal TONIGHT, October 15th, from 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Stop by, enjoy some delicious food, and support the PTO! We can't wait to see everyone there!
Hello, Rams!
Can you believe it is already time for our annual Veteran's Day program? Please see the information below to RSVP to the event:
You can fill out the form below to RSVP to the Veterans Day Program on Wednesday, November 11th, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. This form will stop taking RSVPs at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4th OR once all spaces are filled. No RSVPs will be taken after this time.
All families MUST RSVP to this program. There will be no walk-ins allowed at the door on the day of the performance. If you have any questions, please call the main office at 815-725-5321.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNT3bRvtP24t9X0icEfktmwwakr9zUnhPC_tPnuJMwYPGXng/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=107604938600779767889
We can't wait to see everyone there!
Can you believe it is already time for our annual Veteran's Day program? Please see the information below to RSVP to the event:
You can fill out the form below to RSVP to the Veterans Day Program on Wednesday, November 11th, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. This form will stop taking RSVPs at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4th OR once all spaces are filled. No RSVPs will be taken after this time.
All families MUST RSVP to this program. There will be no walk-ins allowed at the door on the day of the performance. If you have any questions, please call the main office at 815-725-5321.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNT3bRvtP24t9X0icEfktmwwakr9zUnhPC_tPnuJMwYPGXng/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=107604938600779767889
We can't wait to see everyone there!
Hello Rams!
Come out and support our girls basketball team tomorrow at home against Laraway as we honor Coach Lindsay!
JV game: 4:15pm
Varsity: 5:15pm
Let’s pack the gym, show our support, and wear PINK! 💗
Go Rams!
Come out and support our girls basketball team tomorrow at home against Laraway as we honor Coach Lindsay!
JV game: 4:15pm
Varsity: 5:15pm
Let’s pack the gym, show our support, and wear PINK! 💗
Go Rams!
Looking for some deals this weekend? IESA is offering a 20% discount at Dick's Sporting Goods today-Monday, 10/12.
Have a great long weekend!
Have a great long weekend!
Hello, Rams!
Please see the reminders below about student dismissal and attendance days:
Tomorrow, October 8th, is an early dismissal day. ALL students must be picked up at 12:30 p.m. We do not have staff supervision after 12:30 p.m.
Please check your email for a reminder about our late pick-up procedure that was emailed to all Rockdale families on September 22nd.
We do not have school on Friday, October 9th OR Monday, October 12th. We will see everyone back in the building on Tuesday, October 13th!
Don't forget! Parent-Teacher conferences are tomorrow night and Friday morning. If you do not remember your conference time, please call the main office or reach out to your child's teacher.
Thank you!
Please see the reminders below about student dismissal and attendance days:
Tomorrow, October 8th, is an early dismissal day. ALL students must be picked up at 12:30 p.m. We do not have staff supervision after 12:30 p.m.
Please check your email for a reminder about our late pick-up procedure that was emailed to all Rockdale families on September 22nd.
We do not have school on Friday, October 9th OR Monday, October 12th. We will see everyone back in the building on Tuesday, October 13th!
Don't forget! Parent-Teacher conferences are tomorrow night and Friday morning. If you do not remember your conference time, please call the main office or reach out to your child's teacher.
Thank you!
Hey, Rockdale, what do you say? The Cubs 🐻 and the Sox 🧦 are both going to the playoffs! So we’re celebrating with the Chicago Baseball Spirit Day on Wednesday, September 30th! Students can show their Chicago pride by wearing their Cubs or Sox jerseys, shirts, or hats. No jersey? No problem-just wear team colors (blue and red or black and white)!
Hello, Rams!
It's almost time! Join us on Friday, September 25th at 2:00 p.m. for our Hispanic Heritage Month performance! K-2nd grade students, as well as our beginning and concert choir, will come together to celebrate Hispanic cultures from around the world through music.
This performance will be held outside on the blacktop, weather permitting. The blacktop will open at 1:50 p.m. and the performance will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m. Please feel free to bring your own chairs and/or blankets. You can also stand behind those that are sitting. This performance will last about 30 minutes.
If weather does not allow for this performance to be held outdoors, students will perform in the music room for the 3rd-5th graders. The gym will not be available to accommodate family members inside to watch the performance. We will send a message to families if the performance will not occur outdoors. We thank you in advance for your cooperation.
We can't wait to see you there!
It's almost time! Join us on Friday, September 25th at 2:00 p.m. for our Hispanic Heritage Month performance! K-2nd grade students, as well as our beginning and concert choir, will come together to celebrate Hispanic cultures from around the world through music.
This performance will be held outside on the blacktop, weather permitting. The blacktop will open at 1:50 p.m. and the performance will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m. Please feel free to bring your own chairs and/or blankets. You can also stand behind those that are sitting. This performance will last about 30 minutes.
If weather does not allow for this performance to be held outdoors, students will perform in the music room for the 3rd-5th graders. The gym will not be available to accommodate family members inside to watch the performance. We will send a message to families if the performance will not occur outdoors. We thank you in advance for your cooperation.
We can't wait to see you there!
Hello, Rams!
Join us on Friday, September 25th at 2:00 p.m. for our Hispanic Heritage Month performance! K-2nd grade students, as well as our beginning and concert choir, will come together to celebrate Hispanic cultures from around the world through music.
This performance will be held outside on the blacktop, weather permitting. The blacktop will open at 1:50 p.m. and the performance will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m. Please feel free to bring your own chairs and/or blankets. You can also stand behind those that are sitting. This performance will last about 30 minutes.
If weather does not allow for this performance to be held outdoors, students will perform in the music room for the 3rd-5th graders. The gym will not be available to accommodate family members inside to watch the performance. We thank you in advance for your cooperation.
We can't wait to see you there!
Join us on Friday, September 25th at 2:00 p.m. for our Hispanic Heritage Month performance! K-2nd grade students, as well as our beginning and concert choir, will come together to celebrate Hispanic cultures from around the world through music.
This performance will be held outside on the blacktop, weather permitting. The blacktop will open at 1:50 p.m. and the performance will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m. Please feel free to bring your own chairs and/or blankets. You can also stand behind those that are sitting. This performance will last about 30 minutes.
If weather does not allow for this performance to be held outdoors, students will perform in the music room for the 3rd-5th graders. The gym will not be available to accommodate family members inside to watch the performance. We thank you in advance for your cooperation.
We can't wait to see you there!
IT'S TIME FOR MOVIE NIGHT!
Join us tonight, September 18th, for Movie Night! ALL children must be accompanied by an adult. Please see the flyer attached for more details.
We can't wait to see you there!
Rockdale School District 84 is creating a strategic plan and would like your feedback. Please complete the survey below. Thank you for your support.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeaLPUvLZ9ylj-PK4Pe5asnC1ODe-LcfGAXQKybHlvoHfy6OA/viewform
Hello, Rams!
DON'T FORGET! Tomorrow, September 14th, is picture day! Make sure your students are dressed in their best and ready to smile!
We can't wait to see all of their beautiful pictures this year!
DON'T FORGET! Tomorrow, September 14th, is picture day! Make sure your students are dressed in their best and ready to smile!
We can't wait to see all of their beautiful pictures this year!
Congratulations to our Rams Softball and Baseball teams on a fantastic season! Both teams showed incredible growth, determination, and improvement throughout the season, and we couldn’t be more proud of all of you! Baseball is awaiting seeding to find out who they will face in Regionals. More information to come! We also want to give a special shoutout to our 8th grade baseball and softball athletes, who showed tremendous leadership, dedication, and commitment throughout the entire season. We thank you for everything you have given to our programs and look forward to seeing what the future holds for each of you!
Baseball 8th Graders • Victor G. • Jose R. • Michael S.• Gael G. • Quincy T.• Diego F.
Softball 8th Graders • Dorothy V. • Autumn L.
We would also like to thank our coaching staffs for their dedication and determination to bring out the best in our athletes while creating an environment centered around growth, inclusion, teamwork, and enjoyment!
Baseball Coaches • Matt Olson • Jared Domenico
Softball Coaches • Mike Vangelisti • Karl Gawenda
Thank you to everyone who supported our athletes throughout the season. We are incredibly proud of our Rams! 🔵🟡 GO RAMS! 🟡🔵
Hello, Rams!
This is a reminder that today, September 11th, is an early dismissal day. ALL STUDENTS must be picked up at 12:30 p.m. There will be NO staff available for student supervision after 12:30 p.m.
We hope everyone has a great weekend!
This is a reminder that today, September 11th, is an early dismissal day. ALL STUDENTS must be picked up at 12:30 p.m. There will be NO staff available for student supervision after 12:30 p.m.
We hope everyone has a great weekend!
We hope you can join us for this Saturday's Strategic Planning Listening Day as we would love your input! Be sure to RSVP at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyMb3icF_2TGh5dinKwM6rMCUu4SdFMNlwqOgBazWuWExJiQ/viewform
Hello, Rams!
Tomorrow, September 1st, is our very first PTO meeting of the new school year! We are looking for family members who are interested in joining our PTO team to play a part in planning fun activities and creating memories for our students. If you would like to join us for our meeting tomorrow, it will be held in the school cafeteria at 3:45 p.m. If you cannot join us in person, you can use the link below to join virtually.
https://meet.google.com/inr-obja-kvf
We hope to see you there!
Tomorrow, September 1st, is our very first PTO meeting of the new school year! We are looking for family members who are interested in joining our PTO team to play a part in planning fun activities and creating memories for our students. If you would like to join us for our meeting tomorrow, it will be held in the school cafeteria at 3:45 p.m. If you cannot join us in person, you can use the link below to join virtually.
https://meet.google.com/inr-obja-kvf
We hope to see you there!
TODAY IS THE BIG DAY!
Join us tonight from 4:00 p.m.-5:45 p.m. for Rockdale's Open House! Meet your teachers, visit your new classrooms, and get ready for our first day of school on Friday!
PTO will also be hosting a FREE ice cream social in the cafeteria for all of our families. Please enter through door E (ramp door). We can't wait to see everyone back in the building!
Join us tonight from 4:00 p.m.-5:45 p.m. for Rockdale's Open House! Meet your teachers, visit your new classrooms, and get ready for our first day of school on Friday!
PTO will also be hosting a FREE ice cream social in the cafeteria for all of our families. Please enter through door E (ramp door). We can't wait to see everyone back in the building!
SCHOOL STARTS ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 21ST!
The big day is almost here! Join us on Thursday, August 20th from 4:00 p.m.-5:45 p.m. for Open House. You can find your new classroom, meet your new teacher, and drop off your supplies before the first day of school! Please enter through Door E (ramp door).
Please see the flyer attached for more details. We can't wait to see all of our Rams back in the building!
The big day is almost here! Join us on Thursday, August 20th from 4:00 p.m.-5:45 p.m. for Open House. You can find your new classroom, meet your new teacher, and drop off your supplies before the first day of school! Please enter through Door E (ramp door).
Please see the flyer attached for more details. We can't wait to see all of our Rams back in the building!
TOMORROW, TOMORROW, TOMORROW!
We can't wait to see everyone for our Back to School Picnic, Friday, August 7th from 4:00-7:00 PM at Rockdale School! There will be concessions for sale, bounce houses, games, and our crowd favorite dunk tank!
It's a great opportunity to catch up with friends and teachers before the summer ends and school begins on August 21st!
See you there!
Rockdale is looking for an ESL teacher for the 2026-2027 school year! Please see the job posting below and share with anyone who may be interested in joining our team. We would love to work with you!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Elizabeth Darlin at edarlin@rockdale84.org or Mrs. Janet Rande at jrande@rockdale84.org.
https://www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/148893/Bilingual-ESL-Educator/job-details
If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Elizabeth Darlin at edarlin@rockdale84.org or Mrs. Janet Rande at jrande@rockdale84.org.
https://www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/148893/Bilingual-ESL-Educator/job-details