Rockwall Twirlers March in Opening Parade of the State Fair
Several twirlers from different Rockwall schools were recently invited to march in the State Fair parade, which they considered a huge honor. One of the twirlers, K.K. Tunnell, currently marches with...
View ArticleRockwall HS and Rockwall-Heath HS Selling Socks for Charity in Socktober
This Socktober the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program students at each high school have accepted the charge from IB to “act locally while thinking globally.” From now through October 21, each...
View ArticleNebbie Williams Kindergarten Classes Show Their Nursery Rhyme Knowledge
The Kindergarten classes at Nebbie Williams showed off their nursery rhyme knowledge by hosting read-alouds and reenactments, kicked-off by a parade around the school. The students dressed up as...
View ArticleNational Smile Day at Rochell Elementary
Teachers at Rochell Elementary recently celebrated National Smile Day. Behind all of the “cartoon smiles” are real smiles that these teachers wear everyday! We hope you were wearing a smile today too!
View ArticleBond Update: New Roof for Pullen Elementary
Bond roofing progress at Pullen Elementary! Visit our Bond website to view all bond updates, click here.
View ArticleJay Fisher Named Finalist for 2016 H-E-B Excellence in Education Award
Jay Fisher, a 5th grade science and social studies teacher at Howard Dobbs Elementary, was surprised with balloons, cake and cash prize when he was announced as H-E-B’s Excellence in Education Award...
View ArticleCoins For Coats Event a Huge Success
Many elementary schools across Rockwall ISD recently raised money for children who need coats but can’t afford them. The Coins for Coats event was run by the Rockwall Breakfast Rotary Club and raised...
View ArticleAmy Parks Students Stomp in the 3rd Annual Bluebonnet Stomp
The Bluebonnet Stomp is an Amy Parks-Heath Elementary tradition and it is done with true Texas Pride! Mrs. Stonestreet kicked off the event by leading students in the singing of the school song as well...
View ArticleCullins Teacher Brings History to Life
Mrs. Gayle Kidd, 5th grade social studies teacher at Cullins Elementary, loves to bring history to life in her classroom! During a lesson this week where they were discussing colonization, Mrs. Kidd...
View ArticleSpringer Student’s Wish Comes True
Make-A-Wish North Texas made Klaus Krahl’s wish come true last week. This Springer Elementary student was surprised with the announcement of a family trip to Disneyworld! Klaus battled cancer but now...
View ArticleCain and Utley Band Students Learn from the Pros
Nearly 100 band students from both Utley and Cain Middle Schools came together to learn from professional performers and teachers recently in preparation for the upcoming Rockwall ISD Middle School...
View ArticleRockwall ISD’s 2nd Early Release Day Brings Quest Academy’s 2nd College and...
If you’re a student at Quest Academy, Early Release Day is also College and Career Day. On these special days, presenters come into the classrooms from various colleges and professions to share what...
View ArticleFood Trucks Descend on Rockwall High School for Jacket Feast
Jacket Feast began in the fall of 2015 to allow students and staff to have an extended lunch and give them the option to purchase fun food while eating outside. It is a small gesture to break the...
View ArticleFirst Graders at Jones Elementary Are Becoming Better Writers
First graders at Jones Elementary had a wonderful visit from Denise Lohmiller, the elementary ELA coordinator for Rockwall ISD, to learn about how to take their writing from good, to great! In order...
View ArticlePullen Elementary Students Helping the Homeless
Pullen Elementary challenges all of their students to spend at least three hours volunteering each semester. Lamees, Besan and Kysar participated in the Feed a Friend program at their church. They...
View ArticleRochell Elementary Students Show Their Love for Nursery Rhymes
Amanda Rochell Elementary Kindergartners displayed their favorite nursery rhyme character for the whole school during a parade.
View Article10-21 Hawk and Yellowjacket Sportscenter Update
The Rockwall Yellowjackets are back on track in District 11-6A with a 45-38 victory over Mesquite Horn on Friday. The Jackets are now 2-2 in District 11-6A and are tied for 3rd place. Head Coach Rodney...
View ArticleStevenson Elementary Takes Part in the Rockwall HS Homecoming Parade
Many of our schools and families came out and lined the streets on October 12th to celebrate one another this year for the Rockwall Homecoming Parade. One of the many schools represented in particular...
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