Rockwall, TX (September 25, 2023) – One Rockwall County community event stands out every September – the Rockwall ISD and Toyota of Rockwall I30 Classic Pack the Pantry competition. The food drive benefiting Rockwall County Helping Hands is an annual event centered around the rival football game between Rockwall High School Yellow Jackets and Heath […]
Garland, TX – [September 19, 2023] – The Garland Independent School District (GISD) is thrilled to announce that Herfurth Elementary School has been named a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School. The U.S. Department of Education officially announced this on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. A Legacy of Excellence The Garland Independent School District has a storied […]
Royse City, TX (September 20, 2023) – In a press release shared with the Royse City Independent School District by the United States Department of Education, Davis Elementary has officially been named a National Blue Ribbon School. For 2023, only 352 schools in America and 29 schools in Texas earned this title based on their […]
Rockwall, TX (September 19, 2023) – The National Merit Scholarship Program has selected four Rockwall ISD students as part of the 1% in the country named National Merit Scholar Semifinalists. Congratulations to Rockwall High School students Kaley C. and James K. and Rockwall-Heath High School students Johnpaul R. and Trevor S. More than 16,000 semifinalists […]
Rockwall, TX (September 13, 2023) – Time to get out of the summer doldrums and start something new and interesting! Join Rowlett Reviews Book Club and hear an exciting story/review each month, delivered by professional Dallas area (or North Texas) speakers or reviewers. This month’s program will be presented by Holly Stevens and is titled […]
Rockwall, TX (September 1, 2023) – Rockwall County 4-H is hosting a Kick Off event for the new 4-H year on September 9 from 9:00-11:00am. 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 4-H Club […]
Rockwall, TX (August 25, 2023) – Rockwall County Master Gardeners are hosting a class “All About Trees” Saturday, September 30 from 8:30-11:00 am. The class will be held at the Harry Myers Community Center and Park located at 815 East Washington Street, Rockwall, TX 75087. This class will cover the following topics: Recommended trees for […]
Rockwall, TX (August 24, 2023) – Hospice Care can paint a picture that is different for many. Is it confirmation of the end? Is it too soon? Is it a relief? Am I ready? Am I prepared? Do I really understand what Hospice means? Do my loved ones understand? Who can I talk to? A […]
Rockwall, Texas (August 14, 2023) – The Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) announced the 68 winners of the 2023 District of Distinction Award. Among the list of honorees is Rockwall ISD. The district received the honor for providing a well-rounded education that advocates and integrates visual arts curriculum to inspire creativity and build social emotional […]
Rockwall, Texas (August 11, 2023) – The City of Rockwall is accepting applications for students who wish to be considered for the 2023-2024 Rockwall Youth Advisory Council (YAC). The purpose of Rockwall’s YAC is to provide participation for local youth in municipal government and to teach students about how local government works. The Rockwall Youth […]