Remember! No school for students on Monday, October 14. This Staff PD/Workday provides our educators with a day to prepare for the upcoming grading period and plan amazing learning experiences for students.
Friendly reminder! All students and staff will be on Fall Break next week. Teachers and staff will return on Monday, October 14 while students will return on Tuesday, October 15.
October brings National Principals Month and we are proud to honor our own! These campus leaders are at the heart of our schools as they serve students, families and staff members. Help us say THANKS!
Good morning from Royse City High School!
Join us at Epps Administration on October 3 from 5:30 to 7:30 for a job fair! We're seeking candidates to help serve and support our growing district.
This year, Dr. Hector P Garcia Day is celebrated on September 18 in memory of his significant contributions to the Mexican American civil rights movement. He was a distinguished physician and a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Dr. Garcia, a World War II hero, was also awarded a Bronze Star Medal with six battle stars in recognition of his meritorious service to the United States.
RCHS is hosting a Community Tailgate! #HoCo24
National IT Professionals Day is celebrated annually on the third Tuesday of September. This day recognizes the important role that IT professionals play in keeping our technological infrastructure running smoothly. We are thankful for IT Pros who keep our district connected!
Today is Constitution Day! This commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution by thirty-nine brave men on September 17, 1787, recognizing all who are born in the U.S. or by naturalization, have become citizens. We're proud to recognize this day through learning opportunities around the district.
Friendly reminder! No school for students on Monday, September 23.
It is Celebrate Freedom Week! Each year, during the week that includes September 17, Texas schools highlight the values and ideals on which the United States was founded as well as the sacrifices that were made for freedom in the founding of the country. Students learn about the intent, meaning, and importance of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, including the Bill of Rights. Students also examine the relationship between the ideas in these documents and subsequent American history.
Join us on Monday, October 14 for a Beam Signing Event at future Sara Moss Elementary at 11:00 a.m. Help us celebrate with Mrs. Moss, family and friends as we prepare to open our 8th elementary campus in the Creekside Development just east of Ouida Baly Middle School. #RCISDJoy
We are proud to partner with the North Texas Food Bank with the School Pantry Program providing free shelf-stable food & fresh produce to students, staff & the community through school-based distributions at Baley Middle School. More at: https://www.rcisd.org/article/1271700
You might be shocked to know that RCISD Cafes have served more than 42,000 breakfasts and 108,000 lunches since the start of school! We're thankful for the food service team and all staff for taking care of students all day, every day. These Bobby Summers MS students are enjoying it! #RCISDJoy
Did you know? Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. #RCISDJoy
Lunchtime and PE class make for some great chances to make new friends and socialize at school! These Miss May Vernon Elementary students seem to enjoy it! #RCISDJoy
Did you know? November is Hydrocephalus Awareness Month and we proudly support our students! Hydrocephalus is an abnormal buildup of fluid in the ventricles (cavities) deep within the brain. This excess fluid causes the ventricles to widen, putting pressure on the brain's tissues. Cerebrospinal fluid is the clear, colorless fluid that protects and cushions the brain and spine. World Hydrocephalus Day is coming September 20.
Board Meeting Spotlight! Kyle Causey, Associate Principal of Ouida Baley Middle School has been selected to represent the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals as a Region 10 Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year. TASSP recognizes outstanding principals and assistant principals from the twenty regional Education Service Centers in the state. School administrators are nominated and chosen by their peers within their regions. Nominations are based upon exemplary performance and outstanding leadership. As a Region 10 winner, Mr. Causey is eligible to compete for the state title of Texas Assistant Principal of the Year.
The first day of school on August 13 welcomed 9,518 students and by September 9, the enrollment stood at 9,986 total students. Royse City ISD officials anticipate topping the 10,000 student mark in the coming weeks. Visit https://www.rcisd.org/o/rcisd/page/growth to learn about our Master Facilities Plan and the progress of Bond 2021 and Bond 2023. Multiple campus construction projects are underway to serve our new students and the community! #RCISDJoy
Wink at Work! Royse City ISD's newest member of the safety & security team demonstrated her ability to detect vapor smells related to firearms and explosives at the September school board meeting. Along with her partner, Officer Zach Morales, the pair works at schools and public events to ensure the safety of all. In less than 2 minutes she was able to detect and locate a planted item in the boardroom. Read more on her specialized training and future plans at: https://www.rcisd.org/article/1699791
