🎄⚽ 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
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
Are you ready to showcase your skills, challenge your mind, and join an amazing team? The UIL at SMS is gearing up for an exciting season and we want YOU to be a part of it!
Why Join UIL?
1) Discover new passions: Explore a wide range of academic and creative contests.
2) Boost your skills: Sharpen your critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
3) Make new friends: Connect with classmates who share your interests.
4) Compete and succeed: Represent SMS and show off your hard work!
5) Build confidence: Grow personally and academically in a challenging yet rewarding setting.
Ready to learn more and express your interest? Fill out our quick and easy SMS UIL Interest Form today! This form helps us understand which contests you're interested in and allows us to share more information about practices, events, and how to get involved.
Click here to complete the interest form >>> https://bit.ly/47kUC3z
Why Join UIL?
1) Discover new passions: Explore a wide range of academic and creative contests.
2) Boost your skills: Sharpen your critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
3) Make new friends: Connect with classmates who share your interests.
4) Compete and succeed: Represent SMS and show off your hard work!
5) Build confidence: Grow personally and academically in a challenging yet rewarding setting.
Ready to learn more and express your interest? Fill out our quick and easy SMS UIL Interest Form today! This form helps us understand which contests you're interested in and allows us to share more information about practices, events, and how to get involved.
Click here to complete the interest form >>> https://bit.ly/47kUC3z
Tomorrow, 10/30, is the final day of the Book Fair! If you've been waiting to shop, now is the time. Don't let your chance to grab some new books and support our library slip away!
Final Book Fair Hours:
Thursday, 10/30
8:15AM - 11:00 AM
Stop by in the morning—we can't wait to see you for a final purchase!
For more information: secure.smore.com/n/2h48e
#BookFair #LastDay #RCISDLibraries
Final Book Fair Hours:
Thursday, 10/30
8:15AM - 11:00 AM
Stop by in the morning—we can't wait to see you for a final purchase!
For more information: secure.smore.com/n/2h48e
#BookFair #LastDay #RCISDLibraries
📆 Friday, October 31st – Early Release Day ⏰
Continuing our strong culture of voting, we hope you take this opportunity to exercise your right to vote! Please see the below release schedule.
- Arnold ECLC | 11:30 a.m.
- Elementary | 12:00 p.m
- High School | 12:30 p.m.
- Middle School | 1:00 p.m.
Continuing our strong culture of voting, we hope you take this opportunity to exercise your right to vote! Please see the below release schedule.
- Arnold ECLC | 11:30 a.m.
- Elementary | 12:00 p.m
- High School | 12:30 p.m.
- Middle School | 1:00 p.m.
Do you want to truly understand what your child or student experiences every day? Join us for Experience Dyslexia Night, an interactive simulation designed for parents and staff to gain firsthand insight into the challenges of dyslexia.
You'll participate in activities that mimic the reading, writing, and processing difficulties faced by individuals with dyslexia. This is a powerful opportunity to build empathy and discover practical ways to support students at home and in the classroom.
Who: Royse City ISD Parents & Staff
When: November 6, 2025 from 5:30-7:00
Where: RCISD Event Center
Don't just hear about dyslexia—experience it! There will be giveaways and the opportunity to see the creativity of our students on display. Tag a teacher or parent who would benefit!
#ExperienceDyslexia #DyslexiaAwareness
You'll participate in activities that mimic the reading, writing, and processing difficulties faced by individuals with dyslexia. This is a powerful opportunity to build empathy and discover practical ways to support students at home and in the classroom.
Who: Royse City ISD Parents & Staff
When: November 6, 2025 from 5:30-7:00
Where: RCISD Event Center
Don't just hear about dyslexia—experience it! There will be giveaways and the opportunity to see the creativity of our students on display. Tag a teacher or parent who would benefit!
#ExperienceDyslexia #DyslexiaAwareness
Don't forget this **Friday, October 31st**, is our much-anticipated **Book Character Dress-Up Day!** We can't wait to see which characters jump off the page and into the halls! 🤩
Before you put the final touches on your costume, please be sure to refer to the graphic for all the need-to-know details and guidelines. We want everyone to have a blast while keeping things safe and appropriate!
Let's make this the most book-tastic Friday ever! Happy costuming! ✨
Before you put the final touches on your costume, please be sure to refer to the graphic for all the need-to-know details and guidelines. We want everyone to have a blast while keeping things safe and appropriate!
Let's make this the most book-tastic Friday ever! Happy costuming! ✨
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
🐾 Get ready for RED RIBBON WEEK — October 27-31! 🐾
Show your pride and stand drug-free with these fun dress-up days next week:
🔴 MONDAY: Bulldogs are “red-y” to say NO to drugs! Wear red to raise awareness.
🧦 TUESDAY: Sock it to Drugs! Rock your craziest socks.
🌿 WEDNESDAY: Drugs Can’t Find Me — wear camo and stay strong!
🐶 THURSDAY: We’re paw-sitivly drug free! Sport your Bulldog gear loud and proud.
📚 FRIDAY: Don’t let drugs ruin your character — dress as your favorite storybook character.
Take the pledge with us! Let’s unite as one Bulldogs family and say NO to drugs. 💪❤️
#RedRibbonWeek2025 #BulldogsSayNo
