Rockwall High School Theatre program showcases F. Scott Fitzgerald’s American classic opening October 2 Rockwall, TX (September 29, 2025) – Rockwall High School Theatre Booster Club announces the opening of the latest stage production, The Great Gatsby, adapted for the stage by Simon Levy. The production opens Thursday, Oct. 2, showcasing a deep bench of […]
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 […]
Rockwall, TX (September 26, 2025) – Congratulations to Rockwall High School for being ranked #1 in academic growth among 40 comparable high schools, according to the 2025 Texas Education Agency (TEA) Accountability Ratings. A distinction designation for outstanding academic growth is awarded to campuses whose raw score is ranked in the top 25 percent of […]
Rockwall, TX (September 24, 2025) – The following summary highlights business and recognitions from the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees meeting of Monday, September 22, 2025. Recognitions Congratulations to the following students that were recognized by the Board of Trustees: Extended School Year 2025 Mentors – The ESY Mentor Program, which began in 2018, supports […]
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, 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. […]
Submitted press release by Rockwall ISD ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 10, 2025) Rockwall ISD is one of only four school districts in the region and is the only school district in House District 33 without a Voter-Approval Tax Ratification Election, or VATRE. Despite historical conservative spending and fiscal responsibility, Rockwall ISD is not keeping pace with […]
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. […]
Heath, TX (August 25, 2025) – Rockwall ISD proudly announces that the Rockwall-Heath High School band wind ensemble and percussion ensemble have been invited to perform at the prestigious 2026 Music for All National Festival in Indianapolis, Indiana. This invitation is a testament to the hard work and dedication the students have displayed over the […]
Rockwall, TX (August 19, 2025) – On Monday, the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees voted to call a Voter-Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE), for Tuesday, November 4. The VATRE will determine whether the district can access more than $16.5 million in new funding every year for staff compensation, student programs, and underfunded special education and […]