Amie Santillán- Principal
asantillan@rockfordschools.org
Justin Eckert - Principal Administrative Assistant
jeckert@rockfordschools.org
Jenny Bradley - Administrative Assistant
jbradley@rockfordschools.org
Address: 3900 Kroes NE, Rockford, MI 49341
Website: www.rockfordschools.org
Phone: (616) 863-6374
Fax: (616) 866-7132
News from Sra. Santillán
Dear Roguewood Families,
As we head into a short school week, I want to wish each of you a very Happy Thanksgiving. Whether you're traveling, staying close to home, gathering with loved ones, or simply enjoying some well-earned rest, I hope this season brings you joy, connection, gratitude, and maybe a slice of pie.
This time of year always reminds me how much I have to be thankful for here at Roguewood. I am grateful for our wonderful students, our dedicated staff, and the strong, supportive families who make this community so special. Your partnership and trust truly make a difference every single day.
Warmest wishes for a safe, restful, and happy Thanksgiving!
Don't forget that our Holiday Music Program for 2nd - 5th grades is Wednesday, December 3rd. We are excited to see you there.
Your proud principal!
Amie Santillán
Character Trait of the Month: Gratitude
Roguewood R.A.M.S. Give Thanks and Shine Bright
R-Respectful • A-Accountable • M-Motivated • S-Safe
Roguewood students have once again shown what it means to live the R.A.M.S. values. By surpassing October’s ticket goal through acts of respect, our students continue to make Roguewood a place of kindness, responsibility, and motivation.
This Thanksgiving, the focus turns to Gratitude - a simple yet powerful practice that can transform lives. A Harvard study found that gratitude not only boosts happiness but also improves health. Those who regularly express thankfulness experience better emotional well-being, improved sleep, lower risks of depression, and even stronger heart health. Harvard
Sharing gratitude doesn’t have to be complicated. Try going around the dinner table and naming one thing to be thankful for. This small tradition can strengthen family bonds and lift everyone’s spirits.
As Oprah Winfrey reminds us, “Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough.”
This Thanksgiving, let’s celebrate the R.A.M.S. way - by being Respectful, Accountable, Motivated, and Safe, while spreading gratitude throughout our school and community.
Happy Thanksgiving!
- 2nd Grade - Arrival - 5:00pm Program - 5:15-5:35pm
- 3rd Grade - Arrival - 5:50pm Program - 6:05-6:25pm
- 4th Grade - Arrival - 6:45pm Program - 7:00-7:20pm
- 5th Grade - Arrival - 7:35pm Program - 7:50-8:15pm
Arrival: Please have one family member drop your student off in their designated room:
Spanish Immersion - Orchestra Room; Traditional - Choir Room.
Make sure a teacher is present before doing so and head to find a seat in the auditorium. Please take all your student’s belongings such as coats, hats, boots, etc. with you. We will not leave anything in the classrooms.
Departure: Plan to have one family member pick your student up from the hallway noted below on the map. Please be sure to notify their classroom teacher so they know your student is being picked up.
Roguewoods Winter Break Countdown
RECYCLING CHALLENGE UPDATE:
We did it!! We are beyond grateful to all the students (families) and staff that helped collect plastic. In just 6 weeks we collected just over 300 pounds. Way to go Roguewood!
Looking forward to Sliming both Mrs. Copeland and Ms. Shortsle next week!
LABEL EVERYTHING - SEND IN EXTRA CLOTHES
To avoid your student’s clothing from going into the lost and found PLEASE LABEL EVERYTHING!!! Label all coats, boots, mittens, hats, etc. Labeling items will ensure they will back it back home!
ALL students should have a change of clothes in their lockers. Our Care Closet only has a few outfits for students to borrow and bring back. We tend to run out as the year goes on.
Yearbooks for sale
Our yearbook sales website is now open. The basic yearbook is $15 and all orders are ONLINE ONLY. You can order your yearbook HERE. Roguewood's yearbook code is 14559826.
Haven't purchased your school pictures yet?
As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!
- 50% off a purchase of $50+ with code 50THANKS
- 40% off a purchase of $40+ with code 40THANKS
- 30% off a purchase of $30+ with code 30THANKS
Offer good until 12/1/2025
Helping Hands
Holidays are a time of joy, but can also be a time of stress.
Roguewood families are great at coming together to take care of each other.
This year, we are once again asking for some helping hands to make the holidays a bit brighter for families who need support.
To make things a bit easier for those who want to help, we have 4 separate sign ups, so you can share your support through the one that works best for you and your family!
Sign ups include:
- 1) cash donations and volunteers
- 2) Basic needs / home needs
- 3) clothes / shoes
- 4) books & toys
Please see the links below to sign up if you are able. We kindly ask all donations be dropped off to the office before December 12th.
Thank you, Roguewood!!! Together, we continue to do great things!!!
- Cash Donations & Volunteers:
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080545A4AC2BABFE3-60532737-rgwhelping
- Home needs:
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080545A4AC2BABFE3-60527977-rgwhelping
- Clothes / Shoes :
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080545A4AC2BABFE3-60529017-rgwhelping
- Books and Toys :
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080545A4AC2BABFE3-60531231-rgwhelping
*if donating an item listed with a family number, please label with that number when dropping off to school*
We appreciate your support!
Volunteer Opportunities
At Roguewood, we believe our school is strongest when families and staff work together. We are excited to welcome families into the building and invite you to be a part of our school community. Whether you can lend a hand in the cafeteria, at recess, helping with PTO sponsored events or in the classroom helping your teacher, your presence makes a meaningful difference for our students.
Please consider volunteering in the following areas:
Tuesdays & Thursdays
- Lunchroom - Sign up here ■ 11:00am - 12:50pm
- Lunch Recess - Sign up here ■ 11:00am - 1:00pm
- Afternoon Recess - Sign up here ■ 1:50pm - 3:25pm
Calling all Watch D.o.g.s.
Purpose of Watch D.O.G.S.
- To provide positive male role models for the students, demonstrating by their presence that education is important.
- To provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security and reduce bullying.
Mondays & Fridays
- 11:00am - 1:00pm - Recess
- 1:00pm - 1:40pm - Personal Lunch
- 1:40pm - 3:30pm - PM Recess and Dismissal
Playground needs
Hello Roguewood! We are seeking donations for our playground to help maintain our supplies! The plaground equipment is used often, and hard, and it shows wear quickly. We also are looking for some new fun options to help keep them engaged safely this winter.
Please consider purchasing something from our wish list! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3RLMUEVQ74OT1?ref_=wl_share
-Your Recess Para Pros.
Unified Arts (Specials)
Girls on the Run
Calling all 3rd, 4th and 5th grade girls!
Join Girls on the Run and discover just how strong, confident, and capable you truly are! Registration is open December 1 - 11 — you don’t want to miss it! See flyer attachedor visit www.gotrwm.org for registration info.
This year’s theme is “Hello, Bold Heart” which focuses on confidence. No running experience needed—just a willingness to try your best, have fun, and celebrate what makes you unique. Let’s run, grow, and shine together!
We’ll also need volunteers as coaches to run this program. If interested, email roguewoodGOTR@gmail.com
pto AND sPANISH iMMERSION bOOSTERS nEWS/UPDATES
Roguewood PTO
To facilitate relations between educators and 
parents to accomplish the same goals of expanding the educational, charitable, literary, scientific and familial needs of both educator and parents.
2025-26 PTO Board
Introducing Roguewood's PTO Board for the 2025-2026 school year.
President- Justin Rito
Vice President- Lee Ann Brunetz
Secretary- Christina DeYonker
Treasurer- Megan Stelzer
Events Coordinator- Liz Gear
Volunteer Coordinator- Rachael Considine
Join us for our next PTO meeting, Tuesday, December 9th at 7:00 PM in the cafeteria
Booster Bucks
Did you know that you can support Roguewood by shopping local? Booster bucks work just like Rockford cash - AND the chamber of commerce will give back 5% to the selected organization.T he certificate can be purchased online and used at multiple locations in Rockford! These make fabulous holiday gifts for family, friends, and teachers! Purchase your booster bucks at https://www.rockfordschools.org/booster-bucks/
Activity pass - final call
Thank you Roguewood for submitting your activity pass forms. We have reached over 90% completion!! The students and staff have enjoyed several field trips and events in the first trimester, and are looking forward to many more throughout the remainder of the year! Thank you for your continued support! If you have not yet submitted the activity pass form, please do so soon! The payment link will close at the end of the month. Forms and payment can still be made via cash or check beyond then. For more information, visit our website at https://roguewoodpto.weebly.com/payment.html
Feel free to reach out to any board member with questions or concerns. You can contact us via email, facebook, or through our website.
Email: RoguewoodPTO@gmail.com
Website: www.RoguewoodPTO.weebly.com
Facebook: Roguewood's PTO Facebook page
Spanish Immersion (SI) Boosters
What is the Spanish Immersion (SI) Booster Club?
The SI Booster Club is a group of parent volunteers who raise funds to support the RPS K-12 Spanish Immersion program. Staff submit requests and funds are disbursed throughout the year to support the Spanish Immersion program from kindergarten through high school.
What do we fund?
Spanish Immersion K-12 classrooms at Roguewood Elementary School, North Rockford Middle School, Rockford Freshman Center, and Rockford High School.
Rockford SI Boosters Email: rockfordsiboosters@gmail.com
2025-2026 SI Boosters Board
Introducing our Rockford Spanish Immersion Board for the 2025-2026 school year.
President - Jessie Salo
Vice President - Kendra Brubaker
Secretary - Nicole Villegas
Treasurer - Matt Benander
Secondary Ed. Liason - Amy Sullivan
Cannonsburg Punch Cards
Cannonsburg’s punch cards offer DISCOUNTED LIFT tickets so that students in kindergarten through 12th grade can enjoy winter to the fullest. Punch cards also offer discounts on rentals and private lessons!
HOW TO PURCHASE A PUNCH CARD Punch cards can be purchased during office hours at Cannonsburg Ski Area. You can also purchase punch cards anytime online! Punch Card Handout
To purchase a punch card online, please follow the steps below.
Go to our website link: www.cannonsburg.com/cart Click on the C-flake icon for the type of punch card you would like to purchase. Fill out information, INCLUDING sponsor and school name.
School Sponsor: Tania Flikema (Roguewood Elementary) Punch cards also offer discounts on rentals and private lessons. Parents can even purchase a punch card for themselves when buying one for their child!
If you have any other questions, please email info@cannonsburg.com
Assistance Program (SAP)
Say “I have an SAP with Rockford Public Schools” when you call 800.442.0809 and press “1.” Every RPS student, staff and family member in your household is eligible for up to three free sessions. Additional SAP benefits include: free elder care consultation, legal and financial consultation, infant-feeding advice and real estate consultation. Anyone in the household can utilize these resources and it is 100% confidential. Access an online library with over 20,000 resources covering health, finances, legal topics and more. The code to login the library is RockfordPS.
Login Code: RockfordPS
Food Assistance
If your family needs help accessing nutritious meals, there are several local food resources available. Community food pantries and meal programs provide free groceries to anyone in need. Here is a link to all the local resources available to you.
Hand2hand
All of the children within our community deserve to experience a sense of self-worth and have their fundamental needs fulfilled. Our goal, with the help of generous donations, is to provide these items at no cost to those in need.
Tapestry provides cost free clothing & other basic needs to children in the Rockford, Sparta, Cedar Springs, Greenville & surrounding school districts in northern Kent County. Tapestry Rockford is a Michigan nonprofit approved for IRC Sec.501(c)(3) tax exemption.
If your family would like to shop at Tapestry please give them a call at 616.326.1016 to set up a private appointment to shop.
