Please join us on Tuesday, November 10, as we recognize and celebrate our Rock Island-Milan School District 41 Board of Education members for their dedication and commitment to our scholars, staff, and community!
We look forward to celebrating with you!
We look forward to celebrating with you!
🎉BIG NEWS at Rock Island Academy!
We are SO excited to share that Dr. Ryan has been named a 2026 School Administrator of the Year by the Illinois School Counselor Association! 🏆
This award recognizes outstanding school administrators who support and advocate for school counselors and counseling programs.
We already know how lucky we are to have Dr. Ryan leading our Leopards, and we love seeing him receive this well-deserved recognition!
Congratulations, Dr. Ryan! We are SO proud of you! 💙🤍🐆
We are SO excited to share that Dr. Ryan has been named a 2026 School Administrator of the Year by the Illinois School Counselor Association! 🏆
This award recognizes outstanding school administrators who support and advocate for school counselors and counseling programs.
We already know how lucky we are to have Dr. Ryan leading our Leopards, and we love seeing him receive this well-deserved recognition!
Congratulations, Dr. Ryan! We are SO proud of you! 💙🤍🐆
Join us for the RIMSD 41 Report Card Forum!
We invite scholars, families, educators, and community members to join us for an opportunity to learn more about our district's progress, celebrate achievements, and explore opportunities for continued improvement.
From graduation rates and school performance to instructional priorities and strategies for supporting scholar success, this forum is an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and engage in meaningful conversations about the future of RIMSD 41.
📅 Thursday, November 12
⏰ 6–7 p.m.
📍 Administration Center Boardroom
Make plans to attend! Join us, bring your questions, and be part of the conversation as we continue working together to support scholar success and strengthen our school communities.
We look forward to seeing you there!
ATTENTION: Picture retakes are tomorrow, 11/3, from 8:30 am to 10:00 am. If your student wants to participate in retakes, have them bring the bottom half of the picture day proof that was previously sent home to you!
Rock Island-Milan Community,
As part of our Building Our Future Facility Management Plan, we are excited to share details about upcoming projects at Rock Island High School and invite the community to learn more.
Join us for a community meeting on Tuesday, November 17, at 5:30 PM at Rock Island High School to learn about upcoming construction projects, including the Mechanical Systems Project, Band and Orchestra Rooms Renovation, and Pool Infill Project.
District staff and project partners will share project updates, anticipated timelines, and what the community can expect as work moves forward.
Please review the attached flyers for additional meeting details and a project overview.
As part of our Building Our Future Facility Management Plan, we are excited to share details about upcoming projects at Rock Island High School and invite the community to learn more.
Join us for a community meeting on Tuesday, November 17, at 5:30 PM at Rock Island High School to learn about upcoming construction projects, including the Mechanical Systems Project, Band and Orchestra Rooms Renovation, and Pool Infill Project.
District staff and project partners will share project updates, anticipated timelines, and what the community can expect as work moves forward.
Please review the attached flyers for additional meeting details and a project overview.
Happy November!
Here are some important dates to keep in mind for this month.
Here are some important dates to keep in mind for this month.
We're proud to share our October 2026 Shout-Outs and celebrate the educators, support staff, administrators, and team members who help our district thrive. Thank you to everyone who took the time to recognize a colleague – your kind words help shine a light on the people who make RIMSD such a special place!
View all of our shout-outs here!
This series supports our 2030 Strategic Plan – Priority 5: We will nurture relationships and connections with all members of our school community.
Our anti-bullying PSA is here, and we have an important message to share: Say no to bullying!
The Communications Department and Student Services teamed up with colleagues and scholars across RIMSD-41 to spread this important message.
Creating a safe, welcoming environment starts with each of us. A little kindness, speaking up, and looking out for one another can make a big difference.
Together, we can make sure every scholar and team member feels safe, supported, and valued. Because in the Rock Island-Milan School District, Rocky Pride means looking out for one another! ❤️💛
OPERATION PRINCIPAL APPRECIATION: A SUCCESS!
October is National Principals Month, and last week, we celebrated our amazing principals in a special way during Principals Appreciation Week! ❤️ Our administrative team visited schools each day with small surprises to show our principals just how much they are appreciated. The week wrapped up with a special Principal Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, October 23, at Pagalo’s Pizzeria & Gelato Cafe in Milan!
Each day brought a little something different, along with a reminder of just how much our principals mean to our school communities!
🍿 Monday: Popcorn — Thanks for popping in and making a difference!
🖍️ Tuesday: Highlighters — You highlight the best in everyone!
🍬 Wednesday: Life Savers — You are lifesavers to our schools and communities!
🍫 Thursday: Reese’s — There’s no one quite like you!
🍕 Friday: We wrapped up the week with a luncheon celebrating the incredible leaders who work hard every day to support our scholars, staff, and families.
A big THANK YOU to our administrative team for helping make this week special, and an even bigger thank you to our principals for the dedication, leadership, and care you bring to your schools every day. Your work makes a difference, and we are grateful for everything you do!
As National Principals Month continues, we're celebrating the incredible leaders who help RIMSD thrive. Thank you for leading, inspiring, and making a difference in our school communities every single day! 👏
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Rock Island Academy families, we want to hear from YOU!📢📢📢
Please take a few minutes to complete our Parent Satisfaction Survey. Your feedback helps us celebrate what’s working and continue making Rock Island Academy the best it can be for our students and families!
📝 Take the survey here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScITV0yseDCthDvBrawghWzR8y-0_PYmapeJE712Z716leNbw/viewform
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us! 💙🤍🐆
Please take a few minutes to complete our Parent Satisfaction Survey. Your feedback helps us celebrate what’s working and continue making Rock Island Academy the best it can be for our students and families!
📝 Take the survey here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScITV0yseDCthDvBrawghWzR8y-0_PYmapeJE712Z716leNbw/viewform
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us! 💙🤍🐆
Congratulations to Edison Jr. High Assistant Principal Reshanda Johnson and RIMSD41 Secondary Teaching and Learning Coordinator Kristin Allen on being named Community Caring Conference Education Heroes.
Thank you both for your dedication to supporting our scholars, uplifting our school communities, and making a positive difference in the lives of others. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition!
Thank you both for your dedication to supporting our scholars, uplifting our school communities, and making a positive difference in the lives of others. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition!
The Quarter One Newsletter is Here!
Follow this link to catch up on everything you may have missed from our first quarter in the district!
https://rockislandmilansd41il.edurooms.com/newsletters/rock-island-milan-school-district-41/newsletters/quarter-1-newsletter-180006
From scholar achievements to highlights from our schools and clubs, there’s so much to celebrate. You’ll also find information about upcoming Wireless Communication Device Policy Town Hall Meetings, Superintendent Advisory Councils, Facilities Management Plan, and much more. Discover the stories that make the Rock Island-Milan School District 41 shine!
Welcome back! The second quarter of the 2026 - 2027 school year is here! Let’s make it a great one.
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Happy National Principals Appreciation Week!
We want to take a moment to recognize and thank our incredible Rock Island-Milan School District 41 principals for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to our scholars, staff, and school communities.
Thank you for all you do to make a difference in the lives of our scholars every day. We appreciate you!
We want to take a moment to recognize and thank our incredible Rock Island-Milan School District 41 principals for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to our scholars, staff, and school communities.
Thank you for all you do to make a difference in the lives of our scholars every day. We appreciate you!
Happy National Principals Appreciation Week!
We want to take a moment to recognize and thank our incredible Rock Island-Milan School District 41 principals for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to our scholars, staff, and school communities.
Thank you for all you do to make a difference in the lives of our scholars every day. We appreciate you!
We want to take a moment to recognize and thank our incredible Rock Island-Milan School District 41 principals for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to our scholars, staff, and school communities.
Thank you for all you do to make a difference in the lives of our scholars every day. We appreciate you!
FREE LUNCH, FREE LUNCH, FREE LUNCH...and so much more! Join us at Rock Island Academy, free lunch for your family from 11:00-1:00 (first come, first serve). PLUS we have our food pantry open for any supplies you need for home. Games and prizes!! Family fun!! We can't wait to see you TODAY!!
Hello, Rock Island Academy Families! Please joing us at the school on Octber 17th from 11:00-1:00 pm for family fun! All students should have an adult with them to participate, there will be fun activities for all!!!
Join us for Family Day at Rock Island Academy!
Bring the whole family out on Saturday, October 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a day filled with food, fun, games, giveaways, and engaging learning activities!
Families can also take advantage of resume support and participate in career-building workshops and on-the-spot mock interviews facilitated by Novelis.
Whether you're a Rock Island Academy family, a community member, or simply looking for a fun way to spend the day, we hope you'll join us! Let's come together to build connections, explore opportunities, and celebrate our community.
📍 Rock Island Academy
📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Happy Fall Intersession! 🍂🍁
Wishing everyone a safe and restful break! Enjoy the time to relax and recharge. We’ll see everyone back on Monday, October 19.
