ROCKFORD — A new preschool and day care coming to downtown Rockford sets out to provide high-quality, affordable education and child care to the city’s youngest learners.
Rivers Christian Academy is coming to 323 N. Second St., which is across the street from Haight Park near the Rockford Social Security Office. Renovations to the building are underway now with a goal to open by early 2026, pending construction and state licensing.
“We’re right in the heart of Rockford,” said Giovanny Zavala, the 29-year-old founder of the academy. “We can serve as many kids to the best of our ability here in this location.”…