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Are your kids truly safe online? Today’s digital world is constantly changing—and keeping up can feel overwhelming. This important session will give you the tools and knowledge you need to help protect your children. Join this informational virtual event hosted by Alisha Meneely, Government and Community Outreach Director for the Michigan Child Protection Registry.  

Join the Live Presentation 4/21 at 7PM sponsored by Rockford Education Foundation. Stay Informed, Empowered and One Step Ahead.

The Michigan Merit Exam for Michigan juniors consists of 3 assessments including the SAT, M-Step, and WIN assessments.   

The SAT will be given on Wednesday, April 15.  The M-Step tests in science and social studies will be given on April 16 and 17, and the WIN test of work readiness will be given on April 22.   

Please make sure your student is at RVA  by 7:45 am on these dates to complete these important Michigan assessments as they are required for graduation!

With a $10 donation to REF (Rockford Educational Foundation), you can nominate your favorite teacher to win a day off!  Each monthly winner gets a day off, January - May 2026!

All proceeds benefit REF's educational grant program.  Multiple entries accepted.  Visit the REF website to enter!

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD TV) – We know a lot of kids are counting down the days until winter break, which seems like a good time to share some good news! We’re going to introduce you to the latest recipient of the One School at a Time grant, which is given out by Family Fare! Today we’re taking you to River Valley Academy in Rockford, an alternative high school that really focuses on students who need non-traditional support in the classroom to help them stay on the road to graduation and future success! Through the grant, they’re hoping to put a greater emphasis on career exploration and workplace experiences.

What if I want my student to use an RPS Chromebook instead of a device from home?

If you would like your student to borrow a Chromebook from RPS, please read the RPS Technology Plan.

What about a laptop? Do I need to provide one?

RPS high schools follow a 1:1 format where each student is expected to bring a device to school, fully charged.

 Also, please note the Student Device Management information regarding fees for damaged devices.