This weekend, Michael Horn and Jamourie Bollin-Tate will be competing at the prestigious FBU Regional Football Tournament! 🏆
They are playing for a massive opportunity: the winner earns a spot in the National Football Championship Series in beautiful Naples, Florida! ☀️
Let's send them off with huge support and wish them the best of luck! Go get that win!
They are playing for a massive opportunity: the winner earns a spot in the National Football Championship Series in beautiful Naples, Florida! ☀️
Let's send them off with huge support and wish them the best of luck! Go get that win!
Get ready to show your holiday spirit, students! Check out the fun dress-up themes happening this month.
🗓️ Holiday Dress Up Schedule:
Monday, December 9th: GRINCH Day
Wednesday, December 11th: CHRISTMAS VACATION Day
Thursday, December 19th: UGLY SWEATER Day
⚠️ Important Reminder:
All dress-up outfits must meet the school dress code. Please keep this in mind when planning!
Let's make these last days before break festive and fun! We can't wait to see your creativity!
🗓️ Holiday Dress Up Schedule:
Monday, December 9th: GRINCH Day
Wednesday, December 11th: CHRISTMAS VACATION Day
Thursday, December 19th: UGLY SWEATER Day
⚠️ Important Reminder:
All dress-up outfits must meet the school dress code. Please keep this in mind when planning!
Let's make these last days before break festive and fun! We can't wait to see your creativity!
Mark your calendars! 🗓️
The Bobby Summers Middle School Winter Choir Concert is happening on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the Royse City ISD Performing Arts Center.
Doors open at 6:45 PM, and the music starts at 7:00 PM. FREE ADMISSION! Bring the whole family!
We can't wait to see you there!
The Bobby Summers Middle School Winter Choir Concert is happening on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the Royse City ISD Performing Arts Center.
Doors open at 6:45 PM, and the music starts at 7:00 PM. FREE ADMISSION! Bring the whole family!
We can't wait to see you there!
🥳 Join us in giving a massive congratulations to Gabriel for completing the incredible 100 Book Challenge! 🎉
That's 100 adventures, 100 new worlds, and 100 reasons to be proud. We are so impressed by your dedication and love for reading! Keep turning those pages, Gabriel! ⭐️ #RCISDLibraries
That's 100 adventures, 100 new worlds, and 100 reasons to be proud. We are so impressed by your dedication and love for reading! Keep turning those pages, Gabriel! ⭐️ #RCISDLibraries
📚 December Fun in the SMS Library! ❄️
Get ready for some serious holiday cheer and reading adventures! Our December library newsletter is out, packed with ways to celebrate the season.
📖 Winter Break Reading Challenge!
🧠 Trivia & Scavenger Hunt!
🎨 Ornament Making!
🎄 Live Read Alouds by some of our favorite authors!
And so much more!
Click here for the newsletter >>> https://secure.smore.com/n/htnms
Happy Holidays and happy reading!
#RCISDLibraries
Get ready for some serious holiday cheer and reading adventures! Our December library newsletter is out, packed with ways to celebrate the season.
📖 Winter Break Reading Challenge!
🧠 Trivia & Scavenger Hunt!
🎨 Ornament Making!
🎄 Live Read Alouds by some of our favorite authors!
And so much more!
Click here for the newsletter >>> https://secure.smore.com/n/htnms
Happy Holidays and happy reading!
#RCISDLibraries
🎁 Toys for Tots Reminder! 🎄
Don't forget that Leadworthy & NJHS are collecting donations for Toys for Tots!
The final collection date is just around the corner on December 1, 2025.
✨ Pro Tip for Thanksgiving Break: ✨ If you're heading out to shop for Black Friday or just running errands over the holiday weekend, consider picking up one new, unwrapped toy to donate! It's a simple way to make a huge difference for a child in need this holiday season.
How You Can Help:
🧸 Donate a Toy: Drop off a new, unwrapped toy in the front office or library by 12/1/25.
💰 Donate Funds: Use the link below or the QR code in the image to donate money, which helps us shop for gifts for kids in need!
Link: tinyurl.com/SMST4T
Thank you for your generosity and support!
Don't forget that Leadworthy & NJHS are collecting donations for Toys for Tots!
The final collection date is just around the corner on December 1, 2025.
✨ Pro Tip for Thanksgiving Break: ✨ If you're heading out to shop for Black Friday or just running errands over the holiday weekend, consider picking up one new, unwrapped toy to donate! It's a simple way to make a huge difference for a child in need this holiday season.
How You Can Help:
🧸 Donate a Toy: Drop off a new, unwrapped toy in the front office or library by 12/1/25.
💰 Donate Funds: Use the link below or the QR code in the image to donate money, which helps us shop for gifts for kids in need!
Link: tinyurl.com/SMST4T
Thank you for your generosity and support!
Huge cheers for Ms. Ashcraft's fantastic 6th grade class who just crossed the finish line (pun intended) on their reading journey through Jason Reynolds' amazing book, 'Ghost'!
From intense track practices to uncovering inner strength, these readers have been on a powerful adventure alongside Castle "Ghost" Cranshaw. We bet they're feeling inspired!
What an accomplishment, readers! We're so proud of your dedication!
From intense track practices to uncovering inner strength, these readers have been on a powerful adventure alongside Castle "Ghost" Cranshaw. We bet they're feeling inspired!
What an accomplishment, readers! We're so proud of your dedication!
Calling all Middle School athletes interested in tryout out for cheer (Current 6th/7th/8th Graders)!
Join the Royse City High School Cheerleaders to help polish your skills and get ready for your High School/Middle School tryouts.
The high school will be offering the clinics on two different days:
-December 19th
-January 7th
You may sign up for both days or just one:
https://forms.gle/zJQ543KP44hbYWio6
🎄⚽ Parents Night Out – Christmas Edition! ⚽🎄
Hey RCISD families! Need a few hours to finish Christmas shopping, enjoy a quiet dinner, or simply catch your breath during the holiday rush? We’ve got the perfect solution!
✨ On Friday, December 5th from 6–8 PM, the RCHS Girls Soccer program is hosting a festive Parents Night Out at the RCHS Indoor Facility! Let our Lady Bulldogs take over for the evening while your kiddos enjoy holiday-themed fun, games, and supervised indoor soccer activities.
🎅 Event Highlights:
• For RCISD students Pre-K through 5th grade
• Supervised by RCHS girls soccer players & coaches
• Christmas attire encouraged—bonus fun for festive gear!
• Bottled water & Goldfish snack provided
• Drop-off at the Champions Arch by the indoor facility
• Parents must drop off and pick up in person
• Kids must be pre-registered using the registration link and payment thru MySchoolBucks.
💚 Cost: $15 per child ($5 each additional sibling)
Additional donations to support the program are appreciated!
This event is our way of giving back to our amazing Royse City community—thank you for always supporting our girls! Let us spread some Christmas cheer while YOU enjoy a well-deserved night out. 🎁✨
📲 Register now using the QR code on the flyer or this link found here --> bit.ly/rcgsPNO25
Attention 8th Grade Students & Parents:
The application window for the P-TECH (Pathways in Technology Early College High School) and Dual Credit programs is officially OPEN! This is an incredible opportunity for current 8th graders to get a head start on college coursework while still in high school.
Who Can Apply: All current 8th-grade students.
Application Deadline (P-TECH): Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Application Link: https://forms.gle/2uwURjNnCXm1tnFM7
Don't miss out on this chance to secure your pathway to college and career success! Click the link and apply today!
#PTECH #DualCredit #8thGrade #HighSchoolReady #CollegeBound #FutureLeaders
The application window for the P-TECH (Pathways in Technology Early College High School) and Dual Credit programs is officially OPEN! This is an incredible opportunity for current 8th graders to get a head start on college coursework while still in high school.
Who Can Apply: All current 8th-grade students.
Application Deadline (P-TECH): Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Application Link: https://forms.gle/2uwURjNnCXm1tnFM7
Don't miss out on this chance to secure your pathway to college and career success! Click the link and apply today!
#PTECH #DualCredit #8thGrade #HighSchoolReady #CollegeBound #FutureLeaders
Due to an internet outage, we have moved today's MAP testing to tomorrow, Wednesday, November 19th. Please ensure your student brings their Chromebook fully charged to school tomorrow so they are ready for testing. Thank you!
We are proud to partner with the North Texas Food Bank with the School Pantry Program providing free shelf-stable food & fresh produce to students, staff & the community through school-based distributions. More information at: https://www.rcisd.org/article/2363602
When: Tomorrow from 11:00 a.m. until food is gone.
Where: Baley Middle School (1310 East Hwy 66) in the back parking lot.
Nos enorgullece asociarnos con el Banco de Alimentos del Norte de Texas en el Programa de Despensa Escolar, que proporciona alimentos no perecederos y productos frescos de forma gratuita a estudiantes, personal y la comunidad a través de distribuciones escolares. Más información en: https://www.rcisd.org/article/2363602
Cuándo: Mañana de 11:00 a.m. hasta que se agoten los alimentos.
Dónde: En el estacionamiento posterior de la Secundaria Baley (1310 East Hwy 66).
When: Tomorrow from 11:00 a.m. until food is gone.
Where: Baley Middle School (1310 East Hwy 66) in the back parking lot.
Nos enorgullece asociarnos con el Banco de Alimentos del Norte de Texas en el Programa de Despensa Escolar, que proporciona alimentos no perecederos y productos frescos de forma gratuita a estudiantes, personal y la comunidad a través de distribuciones escolares. Más información en: https://www.rcisd.org/article/2363602
Cuándo: Mañana de 11:00 a.m. hasta que se agoten los alimentos.
Dónde: En el estacionamiento posterior de la Secundaria Baley (1310 East Hwy 66).
Please be aware that we will be conducting a scheduled fire drill today during 5th period.
This is a mandatory practice drill to ensure all students and staff are familiar with our emergency procedures. All students are safe and accounted for during the drill.
Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize safety and preparedness at our school.
This is a mandatory practice drill to ensure all students and staff are familiar with our emergency procedures. All students are safe and accounted for during the drill.
Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize safety and preparedness at our school.
Please join us in giving a massive congratulations to Lilian Smith on a great finish at the recent cross country meet in Rockwall!
Lilian showed amazing determination and endurance while tackling the very challenging course at Harry Myers Park. We are so proud of your hard work!
Lilian showed amazing determination and endurance while tackling the very challenging course at Harry Myers Park. We are so proud of your hard work!
This week, we are conducting hearing & vision screenings for specific grade levels.
Who needs to be screened?
- ALL 7th Graders plus and 6th or 8th Grader who is new to RCISD this school year.
When is the screening?
- Wednesday, November 13th
IMPORTANT Reminder:
- If your child uses them, please ensure they wear their prescription glasses or contacts on this day.
Who needs to be screened?
- ALL 7th Graders plus and 6th or 8th Grader who is new to RCISD this school year.
When is the screening?
- Wednesday, November 13th
IMPORTANT Reminder:
- If your child uses them, please ensure they wear their prescription glasses or contacts on this day.
Today, we pause to honor and express our deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication ensure our freedoms every single day.
At SMS, we are incredibly proud of the veterans within our own school family. To celebrate them, we've created a special slideshow showcasing these heroes.
Click below to view our Veteran's Day slideshow and help us thank these amazing individuals:
tinyurl.com/SMSVetsDay2025
Thank you, veterans. We salute you!
#VeteransDay #ThankAVeteran #SMSFamily
At SMS, we are incredibly proud of the veterans within our own school family. To celebrate them, we've created a special slideshow showcasing these heroes.
Click below to view our Veteran's Day slideshow and help us thank these amazing individuals:
tinyurl.com/SMSVetsDay2025
Thank you, veterans. We salute you!
#VeteransDay #ThankAVeteran #SMSFamily
Get ready for the coziest night of the year! Our annual Winter Dance is a magical pajama party and tickets are on sale now!
🔗 Get your ticket here: https://tinyurl.com/35ex7zdf
#WinterExpress #PajamaParty #WinterDance #NJHS #StudentCouncil #SchoolFun
🔗 Get your ticket here: https://tinyurl.com/35ex7zdf
#WinterExpress #PajamaParty #WinterDance #NJHS #StudentCouncil #SchoolFun
Attention 8th Grade Parents: Celebrate your student’s milestones with a Yearbook Recognition Ad! 🎉✨ It’s a beautiful way to honor achievements and create lasting memories. Plus, your support helps make our yearbook even better!
Check out the flyer for details. Don’t wait—orders close on 11/14/2025. Let’s make this yearbook unforgettable together! 📚💖
jostensadservice.com/student
Check out the flyer for details. Don’t wait—orders close on 11/14/2025. Let’s make this yearbook unforgettable together! 📚💖
jostensadservice.com/student
Get ready to bundle up and dance the night away in your comfiest pajamas! Save the date for our Winter pajama party dance!
Mark your calendars:
🗓️ Friday, December 12th
⏰ 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Details coming soon!
Mark your calendars:
🗓️ Friday, December 12th
⏰ 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Details coming soon!
Your November Library Resources are here! Check out the link for a new library challenge, Veteran's Day book recs, Ham-azing or Turkey-tastic library poll, a DINO-vember scavenger hunt, new eBooks in Sora & much more!
https://secure.smore.com/n/t1c5z
https://secure.smore.com/n/t1c5z
