Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Update: Highlights from meeting of Monday, December 11, 2023

Rockwall, TX (December 12, 2023) – NOTE: Board meeting summaries highlight different agenda items. For more information on every agenda item presented, click the following link www.rockwallisd.com. Board of Trustees Recognitions The Board of Trustees recognized outstanding individuals and groups for the following accomplishments: o Stella Birdsong, a Sharon Shannon Elementary student, is the District […]

Placemats for Seniors

Placemats for Seniors

Rockwall, TX (December 11, 2023) – The Rowlett Quilt Guild presented 320 homemade placemats to Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County on December 6, 2023. These placemats will be given as Christmas presents to each senior that is homebound and receiving their meals at home. Many of these seniors are not able to […]

The Silent Struggle: Men’s Mental Health and the Importance of Destigmatization

The Silent Struggle: Men’s Mental Health and the Importance of Destigmatization

Rockwall, TX (December 11, 2023) – Is it me? Am I not enough for you? Is it the children? Our marriage? Your job? From an outsider’s perspective, everything appears status quo, so why is your spouse unhappy? Our society dictates rigid expectations for masculinity, offering a deeply ingrained notion that vulnerability is a sign of […]

Rockwall County Helping Hands Celebrates Record-Breaking Success in 47th Annual Christmas Toy Drive, Bringing Joy to 1,300+ Children Across the County

Rockwall County Helping Hands Celebrates Record-Breaking Success in 47th Annual Christmas Toy Drive, Bringing Joy to 1,300+ Children Across the County

Rockwall, TX (December 9, 2023) – Rockwall County Helping Hands 47th Annual Christmas Toy Drive was a huge success, marking a historic milestone in community support and generosity. This year’s initiative, held on Saturday, December 9th 2023, witnessed an outpouring of compassion as 1,330 children between the ages of 0 and 18 were embraced by […]

Northeast Dallas County Kiwanis, Rowlett Lions Club and Rowlett Rotary Club blessing kids at Christmas

Northeast Dallas County Kiwanis, Rowlett Lions Club and Rowlett Rotary Club blessing kids at Christmas

Rowlett, TX (December 8, 2023) – The North East Dallas County Kiwanis Club was proud to rally our friends in the Rowlett Lions Club and Rowlett Rotary Club in a collaborative effort to collect 500 jars of peanut butter for the Reindeer Project to help feed children in the Garland ISD during the holiday break. The […]

Boat Parade Rescheduled to Saturday December 16th @ 6:30pm

Boat Parade Rescheduled to Saturday December 16th @ 6:30pm

Rockwall, TX (December 7, 2023) – The Rockwall Christmas Boat Parade, “Sails and Yachts for Toys for Tots” will be at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16th, with best viewing at The Harbor at 7:00 p.m. Boats will leave Sapphire Bay Marina at 6:30, sail down I-30 and pass the Rockwall Harbor at approximately 7:00pm.  Boats will […]

Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce Announces 2024 Board of Directors

Rockwall, TX – [December 7, 2023] – The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce six new board members beginning January 1, 2024. These dedicated professionals will be serving a three-year term and will play a crucial role in advancing the Chamber’s mission to promote economic growth and community development in the Rockwall […]

Rockwall Rotary donates “stuffies” for toy drive.

Rockwall Rotary donates “stuffies” for toy drive.

Rockwall, TX (December 5, 2023) – The Rockwall Rotary recently spent time making stuffed animals for Rockwall County children. Whether called a stuffy, plushie, or teddy, stuffed animals are an important part of childhood bringing warmth, comfort, and love. This event was specially arranged to make sure children would have that kind of special toy […]

Rockwall ISD’s Williams Middle School PALs Classes Spread Holiday Cheer with First Night Bags Initiative

Rockwall ISD’s Williams Middle School PALs Classes Spread Holiday Cheer with First Night Bags Initiative

Rockwall, TX (December 4, 2023) — In the true spirit of giving, the PALs and Teen Leadership classes at Williams Middle School, under the dedicated leadership of Jana Helmer and Shelby Walls, embarked on a heartwarming mission to support children in need this holiday season. The students took on the initiative of collecting funds and […]