The YMCA is thrilled to announce that registration for our Summer Day Camp is officially open! If you're looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your child, look no further. Super Sign-Up Weekend is March 8 - 11. Families who register online during this special event will save the $90 registration fee per child! At our summer camps, your child will have a blast while making friends and creating lifelong memories.
Registration: Families can reserve their seats by registering online at www.ymcadallas.org/summer. Seats are filling up Fast!
High school students in the fasion merchandising pathway recently helped our youngest Bulldogs in the district by making custom pillows for their "reading cubbies" at the Bulldog Learning Center. The BLC teacher shared, "I love that even at 6A size, we can still have our small town feel!" #RCISDJoy
Black History Month Highlight! Did you Know that New Hope Baptist Church (directly across from the Epps Administration Building) is a designated historical marker site for the state of Texas? Founded in 1859, the church existed prior to the Civil War and the Emancipation Proclamation and before both Rockwall County and the City of Royse City existed. The site where New Hope Baptist Church now sits was acquired in 1868 and was initially a workers’ schack on the property used as a place of worship and the permanent building was erected in 1914. A new sanctuary was constructed in 1994. #RCISDJoy
As a fast growing school district, the demands on operations systems like maintenance, grounds and transportation increase. A pancake breakfast was provided to these teams this morning as a show of appreciation. #RCISDJoy
Friendly reminder! Students will not have school on Monday, February 19, 2024. Staff will participate in professional development and growth opportunities. As always, our school calendar may be found at: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3749/RCISD/3138045/2023-24_RCISD_District_Calendar.pdf
Today is School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! We are grateful to our partners at the Royse City PD and Fate DPS for the outstanding officers who serve in our schools. Beyond the protection of the campuses, these officers become part of the campus family. #RCISDJoy
Black History Month Highlight! The Ernest Epps Educational Service Center in Royse City ISD is named after Mr. Ernest L. Epps who was a pillar of the community since 1954. Mr. Epps along with other leaders of the community petitioned the RCISD Board of Trustees in February of 1957 to build a suitable school for the Black children in
the community and a school was opened in December of 1958. Mr. Epps was the first Black man to serve on the Royse City - City Council and was Mayor Pro-Tem for eight years. Visit the Ernest Epps Educational Service Center to learn more about Mr. Epps! #RCISDJoy
Loads of red, pink and smiling faces around Royse City ISD today! Happy Valentine's Day! #RCISDJoy
Thank you to the Royse City Networking Breakfast for inviting Interim Superintendent Dr. Amy Anderson to share an update on Royse City ISD! The district is growing in both size & opportunities for students/staff. Royse City ISD is blessed with supportive communities! #RCISDJoy
This February, Royse City ISD honors the rich heritage, resilience and contributions of African Americans to our nation’s history and culture.Throughout this Black History Month, we honor the rich tapestry of African American contributions to our district and community. #RCISDJoy
Earlier this month, the State Board of Education recognized Davis Elementary for earning the title of National Blue Ribbon School! This is a first in RCISD history. Representatives from the district attended the ceremony near the state capitol. #RCISDJoy
Ouida Baley MS was filled with absolute JOY during the first Royse City ISD Special Olympics Basketball Competition yesterday! The athletes competed in many skills challenges & were cheered on by fellow students from RCHS. Huge thank you to the organizers of this wonderful day!
There are some great Science Fair projects on display at the Epps Admin Building! Students K-8 were challenged to identify and solve unique problems. Winners will be announced soon!
No school on Monday, February 12! The recently used inclement weather day will not have to be made up. Royse City ISD's school calendar features banked instructional minutes that can make up for that lost time of instruction.
February is Career & Technical Education Month and we are proud to brag on a growing program of future teachers! Students at RCHS have the opportunity to study education pathways and even intern at schools within the district as they explore teaching as a potential career field.
Academic walk-throughs are a great chance to see learning in action! Students at Herndon Elementary easily articulate what they are working on and take pride in helping each other succeed.
A generous surprise! Pastor Chris Everson of the Royse City Methodist Church delivered a check exceeding $2,000 to Paula Walker Elementary Principal Teresa Atkins recently. As part of a Christmas Eve offering, the donations will help Mrs. Atkins fund special projects surrounding the opening of a brand new campus. Thank you Pastor Chris and congregation! #RCISDJoy #WeRWalker
Two RCISD Administrators were honored at a state-wide convention earlier this week! Ouida Baley Middle School Principal Anglee Morales was honored for being the TASSP 2023-24 Outstanding Middle School Principal of the Year. Recently retired superintendent, Kevin Worthy, was honored as the TETL 2022-23 Empowered Superintendent of the Year. #RCISDJoy
RCHS recently held a Bulldog Review event for next year's incoming freshmen! Students and families had the opportunity to explore dozens of clubs and organizations that await students in high school. From athletics and fine arts to disc golf and culinary arts, there are so many ways for students to plug in at school.
RCHS Cheer Success! At the National Cheerleaders Association Nationals competition this weekend, the Game Day Varsity Small Division Team was named National Champions! Additionally, the RCHS Cheer, Golden Debs and Drumline took second in the nation in a brand new competition called Gameday Rally. The RCHS UIL Team also took 11th place of 63 teams in a massive 6A field. Congratulations to these hardworking student-athletes and coaches!
