Jacket swimmers break 17-year-old school record at swim meet

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – October 26, 2015) Rockwall High School swimmers set a new school record at the recent triple-double swim meet that included Rockwall High School, Rockwall-Heath High School and Prosper High School. The RHS Boys 200 Freestyle Relay of Ronan Passman, Dean Manasco, Ethan Dupre, and Mitchell Eldridge broke a 17 year old school record […]

Cain students make All Region Orchestra

Cain students make All Region Orchestra

(ROCKWALL, TX – October 26, 2015) Congratulations to the following Cain Middle School students who were selected from among the best students of UIL Region 3 for All Region Orchestra. The audition took place at Berkner High School in Richardson on October 10. From left are Keith Boudewijn, Joshua Rodriguez, Maddie Angel, Rachel Hundley, William […]

Rockwall Sports Center Yellowjacket Update – Homecoming Victory

Rockwall Sports Center Yellowjacket Update – Homecoming Victory

(ROCKWALL, TX – October 20, 2015) Video update on the Rockwall Yellowjackets 58-47 victory over Sachse and a look ahead to a matchup against 4-0 Rowlett: The Blue Ribbon News print edition is delivered free to more than 18,000 homes throughout Rockwall and Heath.  To share your good news and events, email . For advertising inquiries […]

Cain students attend TEDxKids at SMU

(ROCKWALL, TX – October 20, 2015) On Friday, October 16th Cain Middle School students had the amazing opportunity to attend TEDxKids at SMU. Cain students were able to listen to speakers of all ages, be inspired by big ideas, and engage in conversation with students from all over the Dallas area. Topics included reusable ocean […]

Williams Middle School honors custodian Berta Soliz

(ROCKWALL, TX – October 20, 2015) Berta Soliz was honored recently as SSC’s Employee of the Month.  Mr. George Kelsey, Unit Manager for SSC who employs the custodial staff at Williams Middle School in Rockwall, surprised Berta with a plaque and gift certificate for all her hard work and commitment to her job.  Berta is a huge part of […]

Happy birthday to Jones Elementary’s SRO

(ROCKWALL, TX – October 20, 2015) Students at Jones Elementary celebrated with School Resource Officer Shouse for his birthday on Monday, October 19. They all love Officer Shouse! Submitted by Jennifer Holton, Dorris Jones Elementary, PE Teacher.  To share your good news and events, email . Please click here to LIKE our Facebook page, so […]

Dobbs students create dioramas depicting lives of Native American tribes

(ROCKWALL, TX – October 20, 2015) Fourth Graders at Dobbs Elementary in Ms. Pitts class created dioramas depicting the lives of Native American tribes in Texas using shoeboxes and materials found in the classroom. Following their research of Native Texans, students will showcase their products around school to visitors and others students at Dobbs. Submitted […]

Science comes to life for Springer students at Arboretum

(ROCKWALL, TX – October 19, 2015) Third and fifth graders from Springer Elementary School recently attended the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden to bring science to life. They explored the Rory Meyer’s Children’s Adventure Garden on a scavenger hunt and discovered different types of species that live in compost, logs, trees, underground, and in gardens.  They also […]

Dobbs Elementary students march in Idiom Parade

(ROCKWALL, TX – October 19, 2015) Students in Mrs. Hammond’s class at Dobbs Elementary came to school dressed to impress on Monday disguised as their favorite idiom. The fifth graders have been studying figurative language and today, they brought their own idiom to show students and teachers how literal they are taking their learning. Submitted […]

TriMathlon adds up to fun, prizes & money for Rockwall schools

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX) Mathnasium’s Fifth Annual TriMathlon, a national competition that allows elementary students to demonstrate their math skills, win prizes and earn money for their school, is happening this weekend! Open to kids in grades 2, 3, 4 and 5, the FREE event is held at Mathnasium Learning Centers across the United Statesand Canada, including […]