Fundraiser Supports Rockridge High School AND Your Back
The Music Department Hosts Inaugural Mattress Fundraiser
TAYLOR RIDGE, IL - If you are looking to replace a bed in your home, now is the time. Rockridge High School Music is excited to announce it will be hosting the Inaugural one-day Mattress Fundraiser on Saturday, May 10th, from 10am-5pm. For one day only, the High School Gym will be transformed into a mattress showroom. For information about the sale, go to: bit.ly/beds4rockridge25.
There will be 30+ different mattress styles on display in all sizes for customers to try, priced below retail. Adjustable power bases, premium pillows, bed frames, and mattress protectors will also be available. Name brands including Purple, Helix, and Therapedic, come with full factory warranties, are made to order, and will be available 2-3 weeks after the fundraiser. Delivery is available. Best of all, the Rockridge High School Music Department benefits from every purchase.
The company, Custom Fundraising Solutions (CFS) first introduced The Mattress Fundraiser to the Cleveland, Ohio market in 2005. The company now has nearly 80 locations and works with more than 3,000 schools nationwide. The unique business model helps schools raise thousands of dollars in just one day, and to date, the company has given back over $60 million.
What: Inaugural Rockridge High School Music Mattress Fundraiser
Where: Rockridge High School Gym
When: Saturday, May 10th, 10am-5pm
Event Link: bit.ly/beds4rockridge25
Watch this quick video that explains how the Mattress Fundraiser works! https://vimeo.com/637591323
Contact tim.devoss@cfsbeds.com or call 309-236-4247 for more information.
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About Custom Fundraising Solutions
Since 2005, Custom Fundraising Solutions has been helping schools raise money using an unconventional approach, "The Mattress Fundraiser". The concept is designed to help groups raise thousands of dollars in a one-day sale, and provide the community a product they need, for a great value. CFS has nearly 80 locations nationwide and has given back over $60 million. To learn more, visit www.cfsbeds.com.
Join us in celebrating the 4th Annual NHS Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 13th at 2pm. This event is hosted by the Rockridge National Honor Society and will take place on the track. There will be many activities to participate in, such as face painting, therapy dogs, chalk, and the egg hunt itself. Please join us for a day of fun!
Reminder if you want to set up your child's e-wallet you can add funds at this link: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/illinoiscityelementarysch or feel free to send cash to school! Kids will be browsing the fair today and creating a wish list. Our fair activities will be Donuts with Grownups (bring a grandparent or special adult in the morning) on Tuesday the 8th and/or our Family Science Night on Thursday from 4:30-6:30! The Science Night is open to everyone! Invite friends! Thank you for supporting your child's love for reading and their school!
Happy Friday!! We have some exciting events happening at ICE next week! Check out our Newsletter at this link: https://5il.co/3cp6r Have a great weekend!
Please consider donating to support the 2025 Rockridge HS Academic Awards. The deadline is next Wednesday, May 7th. This year's Awards Night is Monday, May 12th at 6:30 pm. Click for more details: https://5il.co/3cfbl. Click to download a donation form: https://5il.co/2hds9
Rockridge CUSD #300 has four seats on the Board of Education up for vote in tomorrow's election. Visit https://www.rockislandcountyil.gov/247/Elections for a Sample Ballot and polling information to make your vote count for our district!
Over spring break, the Rock Island County Sheriff's Department will be doing state mandated training at Rockridge High School. During this time you will see several squad cars and Deputies at the school. Please know that this is just training, and please keep clear of the area during that time. Any questions, please contact the RICO Sheriffs Dept.
Happy Friday and Happy Spring Break! The kiddos are very excited, hopefully you all get to do something fun! Check out our newsletter for upcoming events! https://5il.co/3b6gu
Enjoy your Spring Break!
School resumes Mon March 31st.
Over spring break, the Rock Island County Sheriff's Department will be doing state mandated training at Rockridge High School. During this time you will see several squad cars and Deputies at the school. Please know that this is just training, and please keep clear of the area during that time. Any questions, please contact the RICO Sheriffs Dept.
Rockridge CUSD #300 has four seats on the Board of Education up for election on Tuesday, April 1st. Visit https://www.rockislandcountyil.gov/247/Elections for a Sample Ballot and polling information to make your vote count for our district!
FBG Services Corp, the District's Custodial Provider, is seeking a full-time custodian for Andalusia Elementary School. Please contact Chris Bragg at 309-781-6735 to inquire about the position.
Place your order today for the Booster Club Spring Apparel Sale! Store closes March 23rd. https://stores.inksoft.com/Rockridge2025/shop/home
Illinois City is pleased to announce Bailey Woeckener as our 2nd Grade Student of the Month for March 2025. Bailey is the daughter of Steve and Melissa Woeckener.
Bailey loves to play with her friends, brother and dog Tank! She does dance and tumbling. She was quoted saying, “I just like making new friends because if I ever get bored I can just go play with new friends.”
Her teachers had the following comments about her:
Mrs. Hall (Bailey’s 1st Grade Teacher) I was Bailey's first grade teacher! She is a very caring and genuinely kind student, who would help anyone. Bailey's smile lights up the room and is contagious! She is a great role model for her peers!
Mrs. Zampogna - Bailey is the sweetest, kindest student. She always has a smile on her face. She is a friend to everyone and always willing to help. She brightens everyone's day!
Mr. Hasson - Bailey is a great young lady. She always has a smile on her face. She helps others in PE and is so nice. Keep up the good work!!
Ms. Winn - Bailey is a wonderful student to have in music every day. Not only does her character make her a great role model for other students, but she is excited and passionate about learning. She is friendly to all, and always brings a positive attitude and a smile into the music classroom.
Mrs. Sours - Bailey is an all around great student to have in class. She consistently shows kindness, responsibility, and a positive attitude at school. She works hard on her assignments, helps others when they need support, and always follows the rules with a smile. Bailey is a great role model for others in our classroom and school.
When she grows up she would like to be a babysitter or a vet because she loves kids and pets! Bailey has been the schools Rockin' Rocket as well as being a High Achiever in MAP assessment performance scores in both math and reading.
Keep up the great work Bailey!
We apologize, but the live stream of tonight's Board Meeting is not working due to unforeseen technical issues.
Mrs. Buckrop's class celebrated Read Across America Week by eating green eggs and ham and listening to Mr. Bizarri read Green Eggs and Ham today.
Mrs. Robinson’s first graders at ICE got to break geodes today to end our study on The History of the Earth! Thanks to our parent volunteer for doing this activity with us!
2nd grade celebrated all their learning during their Westward Expansion unit with some fun culminating activities today. They made their own little covered wagons and homemade butter!
Sorry, the letter that was attached to the email that went out on Friday was incorrect. Please see this letter and email jbizarri@rr300.org or jbollman@rr300.org with any questions. To review what will be taught you can check it out at this link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1S93b0zX1hppCu5CYRLf73pUJtODP-aUxXbH2ts8XLaY/edit#slide=id.p
Thank you and sorry for any confusion!
Happy Friday ICE Families! Next week is finally looking like warmer weather! We cannot wait to get outside! Please click the link (https://5il.co/38ftg) and check out our newsletter! We have some important things coming up!
