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Alignment Rockford
Alignment Rockford is an organization that supports the improvement of academic and lifelong success for youth and students in Rockford by engaging partners across the community in programs and initiatives that respond to gaps and needs identified by Rockford Public School District 205.
Our Work
Our work supports students from the moment they are born until they enter college or start the career of their dreams. It’s truly a team effort, with partners from RPS 205, the business and nonprofit communities, neighborhoods, and grassroots initiatives all working together to design and launch programs that meet the biggest needs.
Early Childhood
School readiness paves the way for academic and lifelong success. Our littlest kids have big potential and we want to make sure they are ready to learn. Our focus on early childhood gets kids ready to start kindergarten strong.
Supporting Students
Learning happens at different paces. Discover resources and support to help every student stay on track and reach their potential.
Connecting Community
Alignment Rockford creates systemic change by connecting community resources around issues affecting students and families in the community.
Resources
Alignment Rockford supports students and families with resources and information to help in the educational journey. Find parenting advice, local family support services, homework help, and learning resources here.
Get Involved
A community relies on its public schools. Businesses need a strong school system to recruit talent and develop the next generation of leaders. Community leaders know that education drives economic development. Neighborhoods want great schools for their families. When we focus on our schools, we all win.
Alignment Rockford brings us all together to make a difference. Get involved with Alignment and make a big impact!
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Our potential is achieved because of the great people and organizations who support Alignment Rockford. Thank you to our donors who make it all possible!
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“An informed citizenry is at the heart of a dynamic democracy.” — Thomas Jefferson
As our country marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, we are reminded that the right to quality education is a cornerstone of a thriving democracy.
While we are shaped by what... has come before us, we are also shaping the future. The next 250 years will be shaped by the investments we make now — in children, in schools, in families, and in the systems that help a community keep its promises.
In Rockford, our children’s education does not belong to schools alone. It belongs to all of us and we can all work together to make sure every child has what they need to learn, grow, and thrive. We believe that true freedom is rooted in education and connection. Let’s continue our commitment to building a community where every child can grow up free.
Happy Independence Day!
Starting the week off strong at Alignment Rockford!
We had a great time this morning celebrating life in the City of Rockford in the newest family-friendly, literacy-rich Ready to Learn Space with our friends from The City, Mayor Tom McNamara, Police Chief Carla Redd, and Fire Chief ...Rebecca Tyo! Also part of the fun today was the United Way, Rock River Valley and many of our other Ready to Learn Partners.
This newest of 14 Ready to Learn Spaces has arrived at City Hall. Check out all of our Ready to Learn Spaces this summer and enjoy reading, playing, and building your children’s library.
Keep reading at Rock River Current by Kevin Haas
#Unitedforliteracy #ReadytoLearn #EarlyChildhood
Join us for a special Storytime at our newest Ready to Learn Space— our 14th Ready to Learn Space in Rockford!
We’re excited to welcome Mayor McNamara4Mayor Fire Chief Rebecca Tyo and Police Chief Carla Redd as our guest readers at Rockford City Hall! City of Rockford, Illinois United... Way Rock River Valley
Monday, June 29
9:00–9:30 AM
Rockford City Hall
425 E State St. Rockford
Children who attend will receive a FREE book to take home, thanks to our partnership with United for Literacy!
Ready to Learn Spaces help bring books, literacy, and playful learning opportunities directly into the places families already visit throughout our community. We hope you’ll join us for this fun morning of stories and smiles!
#readytolearn #read #books #rockford #child
Join us for a special Storytime at our newest Ready to Learn Space— our 14th Ready to Learn Space in Rockford!
We’re excited to welcome Mayor McNamara4Mayor as our guest reader at Rockford City Hall!
Monday, June 29
9:00–9:30 AM
Rockford City Hall
425 E State ...St. Rockford
Children who attend will receive a FREE book to take home, thanks to our partnership with United for Literacy!
Ready to Learn Spaces help bring books, literacy, and playful learning opportunities directly into the places families already visit throughout our community. We hope you’ll join us for this fun morning of stories and smiles!
#readytolearn #read #books #rockford #child
Our newest Ready to Learn Space was installed this week at the @CityofRockford City Hall. Stop in and find free books to read and take home, resources, and a comfortable place for kids and their caregivers to play, learn, and spend time together.
#rockford #readytolearn #books #learn
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