Friendly reminder! Friday, March 8 is an early release day followed by Spring Break from March 11-15. Then Monday, March 18 will be a staff development day. Students will return on Tuesday, March 19.
Davis Elementary has invited members of the community and district leadership to read books with students this week. Guest readers from Royse City PD as well as Interim Superintendent Dr. Amy Anderson stopped by to spend time reading with students!
On this day in 1836, the Travis Letter was written at the Alamo. The RCHS Chorale was invited to sing the National Anthem at a special ceremony at the Rockwall County Courthouse. More about the Travis Letter at https://www.thealamo.org/remember/battle-and-revolution/travis-letter
Congrats! Mr. Doug Fulwood, Director of Fine Arts for Royse City ISD, has been elected to membership in Phi Beta Mu, an International School Bandmaster Fraternity. Phi Beta Mu is an honorary, non-political, non profit fraternity established in 1938. There are approximately 350 active members in Texas with additional chapters in most of the 50 states as well as Canada, Japan and Europe. Mr. Fulwood was inducted at the annual new member's breakfast on Saturday, February 10, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas.
In order to be considered for membership in Phi Beta Mu, one must have at least ten years of successful teaching experience and must have produced and maintained an outstanding and consistent band program in the public schools.
Shown here is the pinning of the Phi Beta Mu pin and Mr. Fulwood with sponsors Brent Colwell (Temple College), Mr. Fulwood, Justin Nuckols (Amarillo Tascosa High School) and Mike Ellis (retired Floresville ISD).
Help us celebrate Royse City ISD's culture of voting on Tuesday, March 5 which coincides with the Texas March Primary Election. Wear red, white & blue to school to show your civic pride! Use #RCISDVotes on social media to show the importance of this important civic duty!
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.
