Students from Rockwall ISD Gene Burton College and Career Academy tackle the Farm Bill

Students from Rockwall ISD Gene Burton College and Career Academy tackle the Farm Bill

Rockwall, TX (September 26, 2025) – Students in Rockwall ISD’s Gene Burton College & Career Academy are digging deep into today’s agricultural policies to better understand their impact locally, statewide, and nationally. Recently, a co-curricular team participated in the Agricultural Issues Forum, a leadership development contest, with the local USDA and Farm Service Agency offering […]

Royse City’s H.H. Browning Achievement Center celebrates first graduates of Alternative Learning Program

Royse City’s H.H. Browning Achievement Center celebrates first graduates of Alternative Learning Program

Principal Dr. Jared Smith, Counselor Susan Talbert, and ALC Teacher Justin Strayhorn celebrating with graduate Karen Rosas. ROYSE CITY, TX – The H.H. Browning Achievement Center and Royse City ISD are proud to announce the first two graduates of the Alternative Learning Program (ALC): Landyn Pittman and Karen Rosas. Both students have successfully completed the […]

Rockwall County Community Resource Festival set for Oct. 9

Rockwall County Community Resource Festival set for Oct. 9

Rockwall County (September 16, 2025) – The Rockwall County Library will once again host the Rockwall County Community Resource Festival on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Families are invited to enjoy an evening filled with fun activities while connecting with local nonprofits, organizations, and community groups. The event is designed to showcase […]

Rockwall ISD announces two National Merit Semifinalists

Rockwall ISD announces two National Merit Semifinalists

Harrison McDonald is one of two National Merit Semifinalists from Rockwall High School. Rockwall, TX (September 15, 2025) – Two Rockwall ISD high school students have been named 2026 National Merit Semifinalists. Congratulations to Rockwall High School seniors Harrison McDonald and Seth Paden! These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in […]

Rockwall ISD Law Practicum students explore the role of the county judge with Judge Frank New

Rockwall ISD Law Practicum students explore the role of the county judge with Judge Frank New

Rockwall, TX (September 12, 2025) – Gene Burton College and Career Academy Law Practicum students Kenai Seda Rentas and Ysabella Buchanan visited the office of County Judge Frank New to learn about his job. The discussion focused on his administrative duties, including how the county judge manages resources, maintains public safety, and oversees emergency management. […]

Royse City ISD Herndon Elementary student selected as National Math Star

Royse City ISD Herndon Elementary student selected as National Math Star

Grayson Venhaus and his family Royse City, TX (September 9, 2025) – Grayson Venhaus, a fourth grade student at Harry H Herndon Elementary, has been named to the 2025 cohort of the National Math Stars (NMS) program. National Math Stars is a multi-state program that identifies students with exceptional math talent and provides them with […]

Rockwall ISD elementary student surprised with Super Bowl tickets for learning CPR

Rockwall ISD elementary student surprised with Super Bowl tickets for learning CPR

Rockwall, TX (September 9, 2025) – An unforgettable surprise took place at Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary as one of our very own students, Chelsie Wood, was presented with tickets to the Super Bowl! The surprise, orchestrated by the American Heart Association in partnership with the NFL Foundation, recognized Chelsie for her commitment to heart health. […]

Vote Rockwall County: Eagle Scout candidate offers Voter Registration Class

Vote Rockwall County: Eagle Scout candidate offers Voter Registration Class

Rockwall, TX (September 8, 2025) – The Rockwall County community is invited to a special Voter Registration class designed by local Eagle Scout candidate, Kyle Nerren. For his Eagle Scout project Kyle, a member of Rockwall’s Boy Scout Troop 83, designed a class to inform residents about important aspects of the voting process. The class […]

Rockwall Heritage Christian Academy to host Christian college fair on September 29

Rockwall Heritage Christian Academy to host Christian college fair on September 29

Rockwall, TX (September 4, 2025) – Heritage Christian Academy (HCA) is excited to host a community-wide Christian College Fair on September 29. Join 50 Christian college representatives from around the country at 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m. in the HCA gym for opportunities to learn more about what they offer high school graduates pursuing higher education.  This […]

Rockwall County Library offers adult literacy programs

Rockwall County Library offers adult literacy programs

Rockwall County (August 19, 2025) – Did you know the Rockwall County Library offers adult literacy programs? The Adult Literacy Center offers English as a Second Language (ESL), Citizenship, GED, and Adult Literacy Programs for the community. Classes through the Adult Literacy Center are free (small book fee) with class times offered in the morning, […]