In its’ 8th year, Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest will take place June 22-23, 2024 at Schwiebert Riverfront Park in downtown Rock Island, IL. The festival starts at 10 a.m. both days and goes till 7pm on Saturday and 5pm on Sunday. This FREE, live outdoor arts festival brings together hundreds of artists that spend […]
A group of RIHS students and staff are spending part of their summer in Germany! It’s part of the high school’s German-American Partnership Program (GAPP). The primary goal of GAPP is to integrate students into everyday life with host families and into the classroom activities of host schools to foster an understanding of both German […]
Chalk It Up for fun this weekend! The Chalk Fest is back! In its’ 8th year, Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest will take place June 22-23, 2024 at Schwiebert Riverfront Park in downtown Rock Island, IL. The festival starts at 10 a.m. both days and goes till 7pm on Saturday and 5pm on Sunday. This […]
QCAWC Mobile Microchip Clinic is taking place at Java Java Cafe Davenport Iowa Saturday, June 22nd from 10am-12pm offering $10 microchipping for your pets! https://qcawc.org/vet-clinic/mobile-microchip-clinic
Members of Rock Island Schools’ Teaching & Learning team lead the way in partnering with the botanical center on the curriculum elements of this project. RIMSD #41 students will be the first to have the plant discovery bus booked at our schools next fall!
The Fresh Films Weekly Filmmaking Program Best Short Film results are in! Voted BEST FILM by peers, industry experts, staff and instructors are… drumroll please! BEST FILM in the East Coast Friends When You Need Them written by Hannah Devera, Sarah Westawker & Mara Branum brought to life by Ethan Hopkins, Dominic Howze, Aniyah Wilson, […]
QuadCities.com is happy to partner with Quad City Animal Welfare Center, 724 2nd W. Ave., Milan! Interested in adopting a pet? Check out our Pet of the Week every Monday! QCAWC Adoption & Education Center is at 724 2nd Ave. W. Milan, IL 61264. The number is (309) 787-6830. QCAWC Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic is […]
June is National Microchipping Month, the Quad City Animal Welfare Center (QCAWC) is excited to offer microchipping for a low cost of $10 throughout the entire month of June. This initiative aims to promote the importance of permanent identification for pets, ensuring they can be easily reunited with their families if lost. For more information […]
The district’s F.A.C.E team selects a parent/guardian and school each month that goes above and beyond! Parent/Guardian of the Month The district’s F.A.C.E (Family and Community Engagement) recognizes parents/guardians who are making a positive impact in our school district and community. Schools can nominate a parent/guardian who goes above and beyond to support the needs […]
The Quad City Botanical Center is hosting its Plant Discovery Bus ribbon cutting event on Thursday, June 13 at 2PM. Join us as we celebrate the official unveiling of this one-of-a-kind mobile classroom, two years in the making. The Plant Discovery Bus is a new educational tool that will mimic the same experience learners receive […]
