On Stage This Week: Rockwall High School Theatre opens Into the Woods

Jackets Act Theatre to showcase Into the Woods Rockwall, TX (January 20, 2026) –  Rockwall High School Theatre Booster Club announces the opening of the stage production, Into The Woods, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine. The production opens Thursday, January 22. RHS theatre department says it will not […]

Rockwall ISD student wins County Spelling Bee, advances to Regional Competition

Rockwall ISD student wins County Spelling Bee, advances to Regional Competition

Rockwall, TX (January 16, 2026) – Congratulations to Eshaan Gulati, 7th-grade student from Maurine Cain Middle School, who won first place in the Rockwall County Spelling Bee! Eshaan will represent Rockwall ISD in the regional spelling bee in March. Fifth-grade student Khai Self from Dorris A. Jones Elementary came in second and will serve as […]

Barn Doors Open, Futures Grow: Leadership Rockwall invites community to ‘Barn Day’ Feb. 7

Barn Doors Open, Futures Grow: Leadership Rockwall invites community to ‘Barn Day’ Feb. 7

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 15, 2026) Leadership Rockwall 2026, a program of the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, recently unveiled its class project: the Agri-Innovation Barn, supporting Rockwall FFA and Rockwall County 4-H programs. This initiative will modernize the Rockwall ISD Ag Barn, creating an enhanced space for hands-on learning in animal science, horticulture, welding, and more. […]

Rockwall High School student named Distinguished Student Leader by National Association of Student Councils

Rockwall High School student named Distinguished Student Leader by National Association of Student Councils

Rockwall, TX (January 9, 2026) – Rockwall High School senior and student council president Max Watson completed the National Association of Student Councils (NASC) Distinguished Student Leader Program, earning national recognition as a Distinguished Student Leader. NASC is administered by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). The NASC Distinguished Student Leader Program is […]

Update from the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees from Monday, December 15, 2025

Update from the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees from Monday, December 15, 2025

Lila G.’s artwork was selected for the Rockwall ISD holiday card. Rockwall, TX (December 16, 2025) – The Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees met Monday, December 15 at their regularly scheduled monthly meeting – a summary of the meeting follows. Recognitions The Board of Trustees recognized outstanding individuals and groups for the following accomplishments: Lila […]

Rockwall-Heath High School Counselor named Top 5 Counselor in Texas

Rockwall-Heath High School Counselor named Top 5 Counselor in Texas

Rockwall, TX (December 12, 2025) – Rockwall-Heath High School Counselor Mynda Rivera has been recognized as one of the Top 5 Counselors in Texas and named a Texas School Counselor of the Year finalist by the Lone Star State School Counselor Association (LSSSCA). Mrs. Rivera was honored during the association’s gala in November. This statewide […]

Rockwall Breakfast Rotary welcomes Rockwall ISD Agriculture team as they prepare for state competition

Rockwall Breakfast Rotary welcomes Rockwall ISD Agriculture team as they prepare for state competition

Rockwall, TX (December 3, 2025) – Rockwall Breakfast Rotary was pleased to have the Rockwall ISD FFA Chapter as guests December 3. The team departs for Huntsville on Thursday, December 4 for State competition. Their presentation included a rendition of the Family Feud game, explaining the pros and cons of the National Farm Bill. They […]

Rockwall ISD earns “Superior” financial rating for 23rd consecutive year

Rockwall ISD earns “Superior” financial rating for 23rd consecutive year

Rockwall, TX (November 18, 2025) – Rockwall ISD proudly continues its tradition of strong financial leadership, earning a top “Superior” rating – the highest rating available – on the 2024–2025 Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) report. This achievement marks the 23rd straight year the District has received such distinguished recognition. The Texas Education […]

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees follow through on VATRE commitment

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees follow through on VATRE commitment

Rockwall, TX (November 18, 2025) – The Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution Monday at the monthly Board meeting authorizing a one-time incentive payment for all current full-time, permanent employees as a result of the recent passage of the Voter-Approved Tax Ratification Election (VATRE). This payment reflects the VATRE-funded increase employees will […]

Update from the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees meeting of Monday, November 17, 2025

Update from the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees meeting of Monday, November 17, 2025

Rockwall, TX (November 18, 2025) – The following is a summary from the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees monthly meeting of Monday, November 17, 2025. Recognitions The Board of Trustees congratulated the Rockwall High School and Rockwall-Heath High School Bands for advancing to the UIL State Marching Contest. Both programs continue to represent Rockwall ISD […]