Rockwall ISD extends Spring Break as Coronavirus precaution

Rockwall ISD extends Spring Break as Coronavirus precaution

In an email message to parents today, Rockwall ISD wrote:   (March 12, 2020) Dear Rockwall ISD  Parents, In light of rapidly changing developments across the state regarding COVID-19, Rockwall ISD will extend Spring Break through Friday, March 20. While a case of Coronavirus COVID-19 has not been confirmed in Rockwall County, the additional week is […]

Heath Hawks Student Council aims to fly high with 2020 community service initiatives

Heath Hawks Student Council aims to fly high with 2020 community service initiatives

When it comes to serving others, the Heath Hawks Student Council is looking to soar to new heights in 2020. The Heath StuCo invited parents and city officials to a recent presentation of their goals for the 2020 semester. One of their goals for the year is to pack their food pantry to help feed […]

City of Heath update on novel coronavirus

City of Heath update on novel coronavirus

(HEATH, TX – March 12, 2020) The City of Heath officials, staff and Department of Public Safety have been monitoring for several weeks the latest novel coronavirus development with diligence and the utmost concern for citizens, visitors and businesses. Heath joins the Rockwall ISD and all Rockwall County Cities in working closely with the Rockwall County […]

Royse City Chamber’s March 17 luncheon with RCISD Superintendent Worthy still on

Royse City Chamber’s March 17 luncheon with RCISD Superintendent Worthy still on

(ROYSE CITY, TX – March 12, 2019) Royse City Chamber of Commerce is closely monitoring the reports of COVID-19 in the area and taking appropriate precautions for all social and networking gatherings scheduled. The risk to the general public in Royse City remains very low. With practical steps of eliminating handshakes as well as regular […]

Rockwall teen and her dog to compete in Dog Agility World Championships in Finland this summer

Rockwall teen and her dog to compete in Dog Agility World Championships in Finland this summer

This summer, a local teen will travel overseas with her canine companion to compete in the little-known but fascinating sport known as dog agility. Summer Nix (14) of Rockwall and her 5-year-old Border Collie named Hook will travel to Finland as part of the American Kennel Club Junior World Agility Team U.S.A. to compete in […]

Rockwall fourth grader to star in upcoming second season of The CW’s ‘Roswell, New Mexico’

Rockwall fourth grader to star in upcoming second season of The CW’s ‘Roswell, New Mexico’

There’s a popular opinion that in order to make it big as an actor or actress, you have to live in New York or Los Angeles. But the Dodge family of Rockwall are turning that notion right on its head. Reinhardt Elementary School student Major Dodge Jr. will star in the upcoming Season 2 of […]

‘Safe Suite’ opens at Texas Health Hospital Rockwall for survivors of sexual abuse

‘Safe Suite’ opens at Texas Health Hospital Rockwall for survivors of sexual abuse

(ROCKWALL, TX – March 11, 2020) Texas Health Hospital Rockwall (THRW) recently welcomed community partners to an unveiling of its new Safe Suite – a private room dedicated to providing care for sexual assault survivors 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) are on call to provide patients – […]

Message to Rockwall ISD parents regarding coronavirus, Spring Break travel

Message to Rockwall ISD parents regarding coronavirus, Spring Break travel

CLICK HERE TO SEE UPDATED MESSAGE DATED 3/12/2020 FROM ROCKWALL ISD.   Rockwall Safe: PARENT ACTION REQUIRED. A message from Rockwall ISD Communications.  (March 10, 2019) Rockwall ISD Families on Spring Break, Rockwall ISD continues to monitor the spread of the Coronavirus COVID-19 illness. We want you to know what we have planned during Spring […]

19 Ministries to honor 400 City of Rowlett employees with ‘We Appreciate You’ meal initiative

19 Ministries to honor 400 City of Rowlett employees with ‘We Appreciate You’ meal initiative

The We Appreciate You meal initiative was created in 2019 to honor the city workers for their selfless dedication to the city of Rowlett. “They work so hard every day supporting the city and community and we want to show our appreciation for their commitment to the betterment of this amazing city”, says Landon Huie, […]

Rockwall echoes CDC recommendations regarding coronavirus

Rockwall echoes CDC recommendations regarding coronavirus

ROCKWALL, TEXAS – March 9, 2020 – There have been numerous reports in the media about novel coronavirus, COVID-19, including news that Texas residents are currently being monitored in various parts of the state. While there has been one resident of Frisco identified and monitored as “presumptive positive” for COVID-19, health officials there say the […]