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School bus School Bus March 19, 2026 - Middle School 5th to 6th Grade Open House
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February 13, 2026
8th Graders- Save the Date!

Michigan's Adventure logo

FOR ALL 8TH GRADERS:

Save the Date for the Michigan's Adventure 8th Grade Field Trip

Wednesday, May 27th

More information to come.

February 2, 2026
ATTENTION 8th graders!

Get your baby pictures submitted for the yearbook by Friday, March 13th!!

Bring actual photos to Mrs. Durfee in the front office. Digital pictures sent to Mr. VandenBerg as a message in Schoology or email: nvandenberg@rockfordschools.org

January 26, 2026
GRASP

Grasp is an at-home program used by families utilizing a packet of materials.

Click the button below for more information about this optional opportunity.

September 25, 2025
Mr. Dillon


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If you would like a printed copy of your student's NWEA scores please fill out the form provided in the link below:

ERMS NWEA Report Request




Foosball tournament at East Rockford Middle School on March 15th.  $20 entry fee.  Flyers to be handed out at school with more details.

Order your yearbook!

Click below to order the ERMS 25/26 yearbook!

Our school's order number is 25248.  

Deadline to order is 4/17/2026

ERMS Yearbook Order Link

East Rockford Middle School

Adam Burkholder
Principal
Derek Dillon
Assistant Principal
Jennifer Domagalski
Activities Coordinator
Stacy Durfee
Principal's Administrative Assistant
Jody Kelley
Student Activities Administrative Assistant
Kim Kuemin
Counseling Administrative Assistant
Caroline Richardson
Attendance Administrative Assistant

School Hours

  • School Hours: 7:40 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Building Opens: 7:05 AM for students
  • Office Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

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