Educators prepare for school year with encouraging message

Educators prepare for school year with encouraging message

Rockwall, TX (August 9, 2023) – The JER Chilton YMCA’s Annual Teachers Prayer Breakfast kicked off bright and early the morning of July 26. With the purpose to encourage and uplift educators, the Rockwall YMCA board and leadership dedicates this time just for educators as they prepare their minds and hearts for the new year. […]

Equine Therapy program piloted at Rockwall County Jail

Equine Therapy program piloted at Rockwall County Jail

Rockwall, TX (August 8, 2023) – The Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office recently piloted an innovative program with the goal to help encourage, challenge, and potentially direct inmates towards new paths upon release. Sheriff Terry Garrett knew equine therapy programs were known to benefit disabled individuals, veterans, and others facing mental or physical challenges, therefore it […]

Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce kicks off school year with annual Rockwall ISD New Teacher & Employee Welcome Expo

Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce kicks off school year with annual Rockwall ISD New Teacher & Employee Welcome Expo

Rockwall, TX (August 8, 2023) – A local back-to-school tradition, the Rockwall ISD New Teacher and Employee Welcome Expo was held on August 1, 2023 with hundreds of new staff staff members, sponsors, elected officials, and board members present. The much anticipated event, whose purpose is to welcome and introduce new RISD staff members to the […]

Rockwall County’s Back to School Fair: A resounding success investing over $100k into our community

Rockwall County’s Back to School Fair: A resounding success investing over $100k into our community

Rockwall, TX (August 2, 2023) – Rockwall County Helping Hands takes immense pride in announcing the overwhelming success of its recent Back to School Bash, held last Saturday in collaboration with First Methodist Church “Shoes for Kids” thanks to your support.  This event was an exceptional display of compassion, collaboration, and community spirit, with a profound […]

Royse City ISD’s 2nd high school honors educational leader and City of Fate

Royse City ISD’s 2nd high school honors educational leader and City of Fate

Royse City, TX (July 17, 2023) – The name of Royse City ISD’s newest high school honors longtime district leader and City of Fate. A formal Royse City ISD Facility Naming Committee consisting of board members, retirees, alumni and parents selected Kevin Worthy Fate High School (WFHS) as the official name for the district’s second […]

Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal Named Recipient of National School Communication Award

Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal Named Recipient of National School Communication Award

Rockwall, TX (July 10, 2023) – Rockwall ISD Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal has been selected as the recipient of the 2023 Bob Grossman Leadership in School Communications Award by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). The award recognizes one district leader annually for their outstanding leadership in and support of school public relations and […]

Rockwall County 4-H Fun with Food

Rockwall County 4-H Fun with Food

Rockwall, TX (June 28, 2023) – Rockwall County 4-H is hosting an afternoon of “Fun with Food” on July 14 from 1-5 PM.  Have you heard about Charcuterie Boards, Bento Boxes, Glo Germs, or Food Challenge? Join County Agents, Dr. Aimee Sandifeer and Mr. Todd Williams who will be leading activities including fun ways to […]

Area educators welcome at Teachers Prayer Breakfast

Area educators welcome at Teachers Prayer Breakfast

Rockwall, TX (June 23, 2023) – The annual JER Chilton YMCA Teachers Prayer Breakfast, dedicated to the professional educators who serve area districts, is scheduled for Wednesday, July 26. Breakfast will be served at 6:45 a.m. with a special program to follow at 7. An open invitation is extended to all Rockwall County area educators […]

Rockwall ISD Board Update: Highlights from Board of Trustees June 19, 2023 meeting

Rockwall ISD Board Update: Highlights from Board of Trustees June 19, 2023 meeting

Rockwall, TX (June 19, 2023) – NOTE: Board meeting videos are available for viewing within 24-hours of the meeting at www.rockwallisd.com. Recognitions Congratulations to the 6A State Track and Field Champions from Rockwall ISD: • Claire Lowrey, Rockwall High School Senior, is the Class 6A UIL Girls High Jump State Champion. The Texas Tech signee […]

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