Community Services
The Community Services Department within the Rockford Public Schools district offers a wide variety of enrichment classes and recreational opportunities for adults and youth. Whether it is trying a new art class or joining the community choir, joining our soccer program or playing monthly bingo with other senior citizens - our goal is to offer something for everyone! Click on our most recent Community Services Brochure below to see our latest offerings and even register online. We hope to see you soon!
Youth Enrichment
The Community Services Department within the Rockford Public Schools district is pleased to offer a wide range of classes and activities that offer fun, exciting and high quality experiences for your child. Community-based education enriches the lives of students by encouraging them to explore interests, learn skills and meet new friends while connecting through shared experiences. Residency in Rockford is not required to register.
Check out our current Youth Enrichment offerings or register online now by clicking the button below.
(laptop or tablet preferred)
If you have any questions regarding Youth Enrichment programs, please contact Julie Johnson at 616.863.6322 or at jjohnson@rockfordschools.org.
Adult Enrichment
The Community Services Department within the Rockford Public Schools district believes that learning, in any form, enriches lives at any age. Our adult classes and activities allow you to seek to enhance your life through meaningful learning experiences while connecting with others that share your interests. We aim to offer a wide range of courses and activities designed to satisfy the lifestyles of those that live in the community and the surrounding area. Residency in Rockford is not required to register.
Check out our current Adult Enrichment offerings or register online now by clicking the button below.
(laptop or tablet preferred)
If you have any questions regarding Adult Enrichment programs, please contact Julie Johnson at 616-863-6322 or at jjohnson@rockfordschools.org.
Youth Recreation
Rockford Community Services youth recreation programs and activities are designed to teach participants sports fundamentals, the importance of team play, and sportsmanship. Our goal is to encourage skill development and foster a positive attitude without emphasizing winning every game as a primary goal. Rockford Community Services offers a variety of sports programs including fall and spring DK-8th grade co-ed soccer, fall boys and girls DK-6th grade basketball, summer golf lessons, Tae Kwon Do, and fall girls 3rd-6th grade volleyball.
Check out our current Youth Recreation offerings or register online now by clicking the button below.
(laptop or tablet preferred)
If you have any questions regarding Youth Recreation programs, please contact Chris Maxwell at 616-863-6322 or at cmaxwell@rockfordschools.org
Adult Recreation
Rockford Community Services adult recreation programs are for community members of all fitness levels. Our programs provide a perfect opportunity to be active, social, reconnect, or start fresh with a sport or new activity. We offer a wide variety of programs including different fitness classes as well as activities such as Tai Chi, golf lessons, and pickleball.
Check out our current Adult Recreation offerings or register online now by clicking the button below.
(laptop or tablet preferred)
If you have any questions regarding Adult Recreation programs, please contact Chris Maxwell at 616-863-6322 or at cmaxwell@rockfordschools.org.
Senior Citizens Programs
Be active, meet people – have fun!
Rockford Seniors Unlimited activities include:
- Monthly Community Cabin College lunch presentations
- Out-to-Lunch Bunch outings
- Monthly Bingo-call us at 616.863.6322 to register
- Annual holiday craft fair
- Annual holiday dinner
- Golden Age discount pass available to community members age 60 and over
- Volunteer opportunities
- Many exciting day trips
- Monthly Quilts of Valor gathering
- Annual summer picnic
- Variety of adult art, fitness and learning opportunities
- Bi-monthly newsletter
- Monthly book club
Check out our current Seniors Unlimited offerings or register online now by clicking the button below.
(laptop or tablet preferred)
If you have any questions regarding Senior programs, please contact Jason Hiscock at 616-863-6322 or at jhiscock@rockfordschools.org.
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Aquatics
In Rockford Public Schools, we are fortunate to have two district swimming pools, one at North Rockford Middle School and one at Rockford High School. We offer a variety of aquatic program opportunities, from swim lessons to triathlon training. Click on our online registration site to check out our current aquatic happenings and to register! We also offer opportunities for the community to use our pools for Open Swim and Lap Swim. The current schedule can be found by clicking the Pool and Indoor Track Information tab on the Community Services department page.
View Events at the Pool here: Home Pool Events Information
Register for Swim Lessons and other aquatic programs online at:
(laptop or tablet preferred)
If you have any questions regarding Aquatic programs, please call John Charon, the Aquatics Director, at our high school pool office at 616-747-3766 or at jcharon@rockfordschools.org.
Pool & Indoor Track Information
RHS | NRMS Pool | Indoor Track
Updated 12.20.24 – 8:30 am
NOTE: Lap Swim Closed Friday, January 3, 2025.
Dates & times subject to change. The Pools and all Community Services programming will be cancelled when the district is closed due to inclement weather; as well as the Indoor Track at RHS.
Pool Fees per visit: Paid at the pool (Exact amount preferred):
$1.00 per student / senior citizen (60 yrs. +) | $2.00 per adult | $10.00 family maximum
Pool Annual Passes: Valid for 1 year after date of purchase.
Senior Citizens (60 yrs.+): $40.00 ea. | Individual: $70.00 ea. | Family: $100.00
Purchase at the pool or online at Online Registration - Digital Sign Up.
Track Fees
No charge
Rockford High School Indoor Track
- August 26 – January 4, 2025
- Monday – Friday 5:30 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.
- Note: Track Closed December 23, 2024 – January 4, 2025
Rockford High School Pool
Lap Swim
(616) 884-2326
- Note: Dates & times subject to change
- Monday – Friday 5:30 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.
- Pool Closed December 24, 25, 31, 2024 & January 1, 3, 2025
Please access the RHS pool through the athletic wing located by the stadium. Head down the steps to the first set of doors to access the pool. Please don’t forget to sign in with the lifeguard.
North Rockford Middle School Pool Hours & Class Registration
Open Swim
(616) 747-3530
- Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Saturdays 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- October 22 – January 4, 2025
- Note: Pool Closed December 23 – January 4, 2025
Enter through the pool entrance located on the west side of the building. The parking lot is by the tennis courts.
Lap Swim
- Mondays & Wednesdays 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- October 21 – January 4, 2025
- Note: Pool Closed December 23 – January 4, 2025
Enter through the pool entrance located on the west side of the building. The parking lot is by the tennis courts.
Register for Swim Lessons
(laptop or tablet preferred)
Facility Use
Rockford Public School District buildings and fields are available for evening and weekend meetings, and events for community organizations.
To apply for facility use, please complete the application below. For specific fees and rental charges, please contact Jason Vander Laan at 616.863.6322, ext. 5204 or email him at jvanderlaan@rockfordschools.org.
Athletics Summer Camps
Rockford Public Schools is proud to offer a large choice of athletic summer camps for grades kindergarten through high school! Each year, our Summer Sports Camp opportunities are available for registration starting in April. Visit our online registration at: Online Registration - Digital Sign Up. You can view our most current Summer Sports Camp brochure below in April. Camps fill up quickly so please consider registering early!
If you have any questions about our Summer Sports Camps, please call Chris Maxwell at 616-863-6322 or email him at cmaxwell@rockfordschools.org.
Lifetime Golden Age Pass
What is a Lifetime Golden Age Pass?
Rockford Public Schools offers a Lifetime Golden Age Pass to seniors who are 60 years of age or older. This card is accepted in lieu of entrance fees for regular season, home and away, district athletic events. This pass is a single pass, meaning the name on the pass is the only person who enters for free.
Please note: This pass is good for “at the door” only. Any online pre-sales will have to be purchased.
1- How To Get Your Lifetime Golden Age Pass
This card is presented as a partial “thank you” for your years of actively supporting our schools. This pass can be obtained by visiting our Rockford Community Services office located at 350 North Main Street in downtown Rockford, Michigan. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. Please bring your driver’s license. Questions? Call us at 616-863-6322.
2- Where is the pass accepted?
Passes are accepted at the following school districts:
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Annual Holiday Craft Show
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Our 2024 Holiday Craft Show was a HUGE success!
Thank you to all the vendors who participated in our show as well as everyone who came out to support it. Vendor applications for our 2025 Holiday Craft Show will be available in February of 2025.
Please contact Jason Hiscock for more information. He can be reached at
616-863-6322
or
jhiscock@rockfordschools.org
Community Garden
Vision & Mission
Our Vision is to cultivate a healthier, more environmentally conscious community, nurture opportunities to develop lifelong skills related to gardening practices, and encourage personal growth and self-responsibility.
Our Mission is to provide a garden space that will serve as a learning laboratory for the students and citizens of the Rockford community while providing practical, vocational, and lifelong skills for all.
Goals
Our Goals are to ensure that all students, staff, and the community have an equal opportunity to participate and access the Rockford Community Gardens as well as benefit from the products of the gardens.
Want to Learn More?
If you are interested in learning more about our Community Gardens or if you are interested in renting a plot in our garden, please call Jason Hiscock at 616-863-6322 or email him at jhiscock@rockfordschools.org
Community Services
Office Hours
Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
