Nothing builds confidence like success

(ROCKWALL, HEATH, TX – August 22, 2015) In the 1970’s sitcom Good Times, James Carter “Jimmy” Walker’s character frequently let out a big “Dyn-o-mite” during the show. This popular catch phrase was born out of his character’s outgoing personality. Because we are drawn to people who are confident and have a positive attitude, it was […]

Jones Elementary students ‘meet the teacher’

(ROCKWALL, TX – August 22, 2015) Friday night, Jones Elementary students headed back to school for Meet the Teacher night! It was a huge success. Students dropped off supplies, had some fun in photo booth, and got to meet their teachers. Pictured from left are Brynlee, Cale, Hallie, and Sadie Simms. Submitted by Jennifer Holton, […]

Five Back-to-School Traffic Tips from City of Heath

(HEATH, TX – August 21, 2015) Ready or not, it’s back to school on Monday. With a fresh start comes extra heavy traffic for the first week or two between the hours of 7:30 and 9 a.m.; and 2:30 and 4 p.m. Here are a few coping tips: Plan Ahead–look at the best routes to get […]

Rockwall Stingerettes host Dance Camp

ROCKWALL, TX. (August 19, 2015) The Rockwall High School Stingerettes shared a week of summer fun with young ladies from kindergarten through 6th grade, by hosting their annual Kids Camp. The theme of Kids Camp was “Once Upon a Time”, focusing on storybooks.  Stingerette Officers taught dance technique and a routine that was performed for […]

Garland ISD offers free and reduced-price meal program

GARLAND,TX. (August 18, 2015) Believing that proper nutrition plays an important role in education, Garland ISD will offer free and reduced-price meals to eligible students during the 2015-16 school year. The district participates in National School Breakfast and Lunch programs, which provide federal funding to cover the cost of discounted meals offered to families unable […]

Students, Noon Exchange Club of Garland partner to donate back-to-school items

GARLAND,TX. (August 18, 2015) Two Garland ISD high school drill teams and a local organization recently came together to help students in need. Volunteers from the Sachse High School Swingsters and the South Garland High School Southern Belles helped the Noon Exchange Club of Garland donate hundreds of back-to-school items to three local organizations—the Child […]

Rockwall ISD Board unanimously approves bond referendum for Nov ballot

$256,820,000 Bond Package Developed By 60-Member Citizens Committee After Five Months Of Extensive Study & Analysis (ROCKWALL, TX – August 18, 2015) By a tally of 7-0, the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees voted to place a $256,820,000 bond referendum on the upcoming November ballot. The election will be held November 3rd with early voting running […]

Art’s A Blast now on campus at Rockwall elementary schools

After-school art classes offered through RISD ROCK program (ROCKWALL, TX – August 7, 2015) Shay Cronin, owner of Art’s A Blast, announces its association with Rockwall ISD’s Rock Program.  In the coming school year, Art’s A Blast On Campus (“AABOC”) will handle the after-school art programs for each of the 13 elementary schools in the […]

APHE Student Cooper Brandy Serves as Heath Mayor for the Day

(HEATH, TX- August 17, 2015) When Cooper Brandy shares “What I Did This Summer” on the first day of school, he can list serving as Mayor of Heath for the Day among his activities. “Mayor Brandy” skillfully oversaw City operations including Public Works and the Department of Public Safety on August 11. He concluded his […]

Rockwall ISD achieves state’s highest rating for academic achievement

(ROCKWALL, TX – August 14, 2015) Rockwall Independent School District and all 19 of its campuses have again achieved the state’s highest rating for academic achievement. All 19 Rockwall ISD campuses exceeded state standards in the areas of student achievement, student progress, closing performance gaps and postsecondary readiness according to accountability ratings released by the […]