news from the edge
Shannon Ouellette-Principal
souellette@rockfordschools.org
9605 Edgerton Ave, Rockford, MI 49341
Phone: 616-326-1030
October 2, 2026
A note from Mrs. O.
Edgerton Families,
Hello and I hope you are all enjoying the Michigan Fall weather. This week we launched our PTO fundraiser "Enrich the Trails". Any support you can give this endeavor is appreciated as we work to support student learning, classrooms and staff.
This year we our working on our RAMS model. Rams are RESPECTFUL, ACCOUNTABLE, MOTIVATED AND SAFE. Through our Trials curriculum, classroom meetings and our RAM pride tickets our goal is common language and high behavior expectations partnered with noticing and rewarding good choices and behavior. 2nd-5th grade was able to participate in the school store this week while our DK, K and 1st grade has weekly drawings of their Ram Pride tickets. Our goal is to recognize all the good choices students at Edgerton Trails are making.
Coming home with your student on Friday or Monday will be their NWEA score sheets. If you are a Kindergarten Family this data will not show all scores as this is the baseline score for your student. NWEA testing occurs 3 times each school year. All K-5 grade students will take the NWEA again in January.
We have had some parents generously support the Field Trip Pass of other students. Thank you so much for this. What a great community of caring we are creating. I appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Enrich the Trails Fundraiser
On Tuesday, your student should have received the Enrich the Trails Fundraiser Packet. This fundraiser is 100% online. Below is a link to the document should you need it.
- This is our one and only PTO fundraiser.
- This is different that the Field Trip Fun Pass. The Activity Pass serves as a way to prepay for school events.
- This fundraiser funds our PTO for the school year:
- Assist with transportation to field trips
- Teacher and Staff Grants and Staff Appreciation Events
- Fund events: Fall Festival, Book BINGO, Spring Carnival
- Purchase PBIS awards: pizza and ice cream parties as well as the prizes students purchase with their Ram Pride
- Enrich The Trails Fundraiser Handout
Picture day after orders
| Picture Day was Wednesday, September 23! You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTQMRNMJ. Images are available to order online through the duration of the school year. Need some assistance? 1-800-736-4753 Retakes are November 4! |
Stay Connected and in the know
How to stay informed on all things Edgerton Trials and RPS. Access our Edgerton Trails Website, the PTO website and the RPS website. All help you keep connected and in the know.
Edgerton Trails PTO Facebook Page: Search for our page and like us on Facebook!
Dates for the 26-27 School year
October 1: Enrich the Trails Fundraiser Begins
October 12: Wellness Screener at school for 4th and 5th.
October 14: Early Release Day @ 1:25 pm
October 15: Enrich the Trails Fundraiser Ends.
October 16: Enrich the Trails Walk.
October 22: Fall Festival At Edgeton Trails 5:00-7:00
October 28: Early Release Day @ 1:25 pm
October 30: Classroom Halloween Parties
November 2 and 4: Conferences
November 11: Early Release Day
November 25, 26, 27 No School Thanksgiving Holiday
Fall Festival/Trunk or Treat
- October 22, 2026 5:00-7:00
- Trunk or Treat
- Food Trucks
- Petting Zoo
Wear your costumes and come out for the fun! If any family or neighborhood is interested in hosting a car for Trunk Or Treat, email Mrs. Ouellette (souellette@rockfordschools.org)
We are in need of candy donations for Trunk or Treat. Starting Monday, we will have a friendly competition between all the grades for what grade has brought in the most candy by weight. We will have bins outside of the front office for each grade.
Halloween at Edgerton Trails
Date: October 30
Parade: 1:30 at Edgerton Trails-around the school. Parents and families are invited.
Classroom Parties: Parents that have signed up on the Sign Up Genius for their child's class should check in at the office prior to heading down to the class party. Only those signed up on the Sign Up Genius will be permitted to attend the party. This is accordance with the district wide plan of 5 adults in each class for each party.
The Field Trip and Fun Pass
Instead of paying for multiple events and activities throughout the year, The Edgerton Trails PTO bundles many of the most popular student activities into on convenient payment. The Field Trip and Fun Pass provides a one payment opportunity for each grade.
The Pass includes the following:
- All grade level field trips
- Class t-shirt
- Monthly popcorn days
- Mileage Club (Grades 2-5)
2026-27 Fees:
Fees differ based on the individual grade level field trips and the admission and transportation costs.
- Developmental Kindergarten: $30.00
- Kindergarten: $35.00
- 1st grade: $25.00
- 2nd grade: $30.00
- 3rd grade: $60.00
- 4th grade: $75.00
- 5th grade: $80.00
How to Pay:
- Cash (sent in with your student in an envelope labeled with their name)
- Check (Payable to Edgerton Trails PTO)
Recess rams and volunteering at Edgerton
Use code: EDG2026
We need your help!
Our students need volunteers during lunch and recess. Your involvement makes a significant difference, as research shows children thrive when parents and adults are more engaged.
If you are able to lend a hand, we invite you to sign up for any available time slot(s). Every bit of help counts, and goes a long way toward creating a positive experience for our students.
We appreciate your time, effort, and willingness in helping enrich the experience for our children at Edgerton Trails. Should you have any questions about the volunteer process, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. Thank you!
NOTE: ALL volunteers will have to pass the Rockford Public Schools background check for the 2026-2027 school year and are required to complete the Volunteer Consent Form.
Non-homestead operating millage proposal
WHAT IS ON THE BALLOT? Voters will be asked to consider a Non-Homestead Operating Millage Proposal on November 3, 2026.The proposal:
- Maintains the district’s ability to levy the maximum statutory rate of 18 mills on non-homestead property.
- Replaces the district’s expiring operating millages with a single operating millage.
- Would authorize 21 mills for operating purposes, not to exceed 18 mills in any year.
- Is expected to generate approximately $9.5 million annually, representing more than 8% of the district’s operating budget.
WHAT IS A NON-HOMESTEAD MILLAGE?A non-homestead operating millage is a property tax levied on:
- Businesses
- Rental properties
- Commercial and industrial property
- Second homes
- Vacation homes
- Non-principal residences What Is On the Ballot
Homeowners do not pay this tax on their principal residence.
Any additional information please check this webpage out: RPS Non-Homestead Operating Millage Proposal webpage
Parent Volunter needed
Mrs. Sedlock (Art Teacher) is looking for a parent or two that could come in 1-2 a month to take pics of artwork for the Artstonia website. If you are interested in helping out please email Mrs. Sedlock at esedlock@rockfordschools.org. You do not need to commit to the whole year only a time or two if that works best for you.
Thank you!
