(ROCKWALL, TX — September 6, 2019) A new initiative for increased father involvement is on the horizon for Cain Middle School. While scores are in for Rockwall ISD with Texas’ recent grading system, Cain Middle School is set to make an even greater impact on our community. With a growing student population, Principal Derrice Randle […]
(HEATH, TX — September 6, 2019) Rileigh is the daughter of Matthew and Courtney Goldsmith, and has been selected as Head Cheerleader for the 2019-2020 Varsity Squad. She is a 2019 TGCA All Star as well as a 2019 6a All State recipient. She received NCA All American her 9th grade year and nominations her […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — September 4, 2019) This past summer, three area high school students attended a life-changing leadership program known as Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA). Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is an International Program that was created by Rotary International to encourage strong leadership in youth. Young people chosen for their leadership potential attend […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 30, 2019) Rockwall County 4-H is planning a Kick Off event for the new 4-H year from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, September 7. This year’s event will be held on Courthouse Plaza – on the east side of the Historic Rockwall County Courthouse located at 101 East Rusk Street. Rockwall County […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 23, 2019) The Jones third graders got hands-on with science tools this week. Students learned about the tools and what they are used for, but also went a step further. They examined each tool, noticed specifics about them, and learned how to properly handle them. They also go to test them out […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 24, 2019) Rockwall Music Teachers Association recently awarded a $500 scholarship each to Micaela Hemmer, voice student of Dr. Mary Etta Hobbs and Nicole Vu, piano and chamber music student of Michele McDonald. Micaela Hemmer’s love is in musical theatre. She has had leading roles in Les Miserable and Big Fish and […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 21, 2019) Rockwall High School students from FRC Team 1296, the Full Metal Jackets, recently attended the 2019 FIRST National Advocacy Conference in Washington D.C. to advocate for STEM funding. The conference was attended by over 65 teams from 22 states, and four of those teams were from Texas. The team was […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 21, 2019) Over the summer, Rockwall ISD Library Media Specialists were busy bringing books to students and families throughout the district. They hosted 12 Pop-Up Libraries on the porches of elementary schools, at city parks and community centers. They offered new and gently used books and popsicles to elementary and middle school […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — August 13, 2019) The Rockwall County Library Literacy Program, Reading For Adults (RFA), will hold a training session for new tutors. RFA has been serving Rockwall County for over 14 years, providing free educational classes to community adults. The program offers classes in ESL (English as a Second Language), GED, Citizenship and […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — August 6, 2019) Rockwall ISD announced its policy for providing free and reduced-price meals for children served under the current income eligibility guidelines which can be found at squaremeals.org. Each school/site or the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by anyone on request. The online application […]