Paula Walker served in Texas Public Schools for 35 years, 32 of which were in Royse City ISD. She was a principal for 26 years and opened both Anita Scott Elementary and Miss May Vernon Elementary Schools along the way. She has mentored and trained numerous current and retired Royse City ISD principals and school leaders. Since retirement, she continues to have a positive impact on educators in Royse City ISD and beyond.
About the naming, Mrs. Walker shared, “When I came to Royse City ISD, I found my happy place. I have seen so much growth and change over the years and there are so many wonderful people who have been there every step of the way. I’m honored and beyond thankful for this school to be named after me.”
ABOUT PAULA WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The new campus, approved in the May 2021 Bond Referendum, opened in August of 2024 in the Waterscape Subdivision of Royse City. The design shares many of the features of the newly opened Ruth Cherry Elementary campus in Verandah Estates. By utilizing a prototype design, the district saves taxpayer dollars and can more accurately meet opening deadlines to serve a rapidly growing student population.
ABOUT ROYSE CITY ISD & GROWTH
Royse City ISD spans more than 77 square miles in portions of Rockwall, Collin and Hunt Counties. The City of Royse City, portions of the City of Fate and many rural areas are within the boundaries of the district. Enrollment in 2024 will exceed 10,000 students and is projected to top 18,000 students by 2033. Voter approval in recent bond elections allow Royse City ISD to procure land and construct new schools to serve growing communities with zero increase to the district’s property tax rate.