Get ready to celebrate the season! Paul Walker Elementary's Holiday Theme Dress-Up Days kick off next week, starting Monday, December 8th! We encourage all students and staff to join the fun and show their holiday spirit with these festive themes:
Next Week:
Monday, December 8th: Holiday Kick-off – Wear red and green to start the week with cheer!
Tuesday, December 9th: Wear your favorite holiday plaid!
Wednesday, December 10th: Wear reindeer antlers!
Thursday, December 11th: Gingerbread Day – Wear a gingerbread or brown shirt!
Friday, December 12th: Holiday Hat Day!
The festive fun continues the following week:
Monday, December 15th: Ugly Sweater Day!
Tuesday, December 16th: Dress like an elf!
Wednesday, December 17th: Grinch Day – Wear green!
Thursday, December 18th: Polar Express – Wear your PJs!
Friday, December 19th: Wear your holiday party outfit!
Let's make this the most wonderful time of the year! We can't wait to see your creative outfits!
🎉 Get Ready to Shop! The PTO Holiday Shop is Coming! 🎁
Our annual PTO Holiday Shop opens on Friday, December 5th! Students will have the chance to shop for thoughtful gifts for family and friends. Prices ranging from $1 to $15. Each class will get time to shop on Friday December 5th. Shopping will continue again during our exciting Bingo Night (Dec. 5th)—a perfect chance for everyone to browse all the festive items!
How to shop:
Send cash with your child on their shopping day.
OR prepay online using the student link below: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/paula-walker-elementary-holiday-shop/items
Happy Gifting!
To accommodate our special schedule of exciting holiday activities, celebrations, and classroom projects, we will be temporarily suspending our Parent/Guest Lunch Program starting Monday, December 15th - 19th
We know many families enjoy coming to eat with their children, but the increased activity and use of the cafeteria for special events require us to limit visitor access during this festive time.
The last day for parents/guests to join their child for lunch will be Thursday, December 11th. Regular guest lunches will resume when school returns in January.
🎄⚽ 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
Get ready to spread some kindness and appreciation with our Friendly Feathers fundraiser!
When: Tuesday, November 18 - Thursday, November 20
Where: In the mornings, our dedicated Student Council representatives will be selling feathers for just $1 each!
How It Works: Purchase a feather and write a heartfelt note to a teacher or friend, sharing why you are thankful for them.
We’ll proudly display your feather on the teacher’s door!
Friendly Competition:
The class with the most feathers on their teacher's door will win the chance to silly string their teacher!
Let’s show our appreciation and have some fun! Thank you for supporting our Student Council!
All attendees will receive a t-shirt and Santa hat and enjoy performing with the Varsity cheerleaders on December 12th at the RCHS Varsity Basketball game!
Clinic is Friday December 5th 5:00-7:30pm at RCHS in the Cheer/Dance Building.
Register here: https://forms.gle/niSd25EjWK4cBGcr8
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 see the attached information to honor our Veterans! Please submit no later Monday 11/17.
🌟 Get Ready to Shine! UIL Season is Here for 2nd-5th Graders! 🌟
It's time to unleash your child's potential! The UIL (University Interscholastic League) Academic Season is kicking off for all students in 2nd through 5th grade, offering an incredible opportunity for them to explore their interests, challenge their minds, and showcase their talents!
🧠 What is UIL Academics?
UIL Academics offers a variety of fun and engaging events designed to enhance learning and critical thinking. Your child can participate in subjects like:
Storytelling 🗣️
Spelling 📝
Number Sense 🔢
Art Smart 🎨
Creative Writing ✨
...and many more!
It's a fantastic chance to build confidence, develop teamwork skills, and discover a love for learning outside the regular classroom.
🗓️ Next Steps: Tryouts Are Next Week!
Please review the attached flyer with your child. It contains important details about the events and the tryout schedule.
Tryouts for all UIL events will be held next week! This is the first step toward representing our school and having an amazing academic adventure!
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!
Just a quick reminder that today is an early release day for students.
Please note the special dismissal time: 12:00 PM (noon).
Make sure you are at school or have arrangements in place to pick up your children promptly at noon.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Join us tomorrow from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for our special Book Fair Family Night!
Come shop the amazing selection of books for your child. It's the perfect opportunity to spend quality time together and stock up on new literary adventures.
Don't miss out on the fun—we can't wait to see you there!
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.
Please note that our Science Fair Workshop has been rescheduled!
Join us to learn how to best support your student's science fair project. We'll cover everything from choosing a great topic and following the scientific method to presentation tips and important deadlines. This is a fantastic opportunity to get a head start and have all your questions answered!
New Date: Tuesday, November 4th
Time: 5pm - 6pm
Location: Walker Library
We look forward to seeing you on the 4th of November!
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
All district campuses and offices will be closed October 13th – 17th.
Then, Monday, October 20th, is a Student Holiday / Professional Learning Day for teachers and staff.
Students, we will see your smiling faces back on Tuesday, October 21st! Go enjoy that pumpkin spice and well-deserved rest! 😴
#FallBreak #ExperienceRCISD #HolidayBreak
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Sabemos que lo han de tener marcado con pincel desde hace meses, ¡pero en caso de que ya esté en modo vacaciones! 🍂 ¡Las vacaciones de otoño (Fall Break) son oficialmente la próxima semana! 🍂
Todas las escuelas y oficinas del distrito estarán cerradas del 13 al 17 de octubre.
Luego, el lunes, 20 de octubre, es un Día Festivo para los Estudiantes / Día de Desarrollo Profesional para el personal.
Estudiantes, ¡veremos sus caras sonrientes el martes, 21 de octubre! ¡Vayan a disfrutar de ese pumpkin spice y de un merecido descanso! 😴
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).
Join us in celebrating our incredible school leaders! Our principals work tirelessly every day to support students, staff, and families. They are the heart of our schools!
#ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalMonth #PrincipalLeaders #EducationHeroes #ExperienceRCISD
