Amanda Serna has been named the new principal of Grisham Middle School. Serna has served as the assistant principal of Grisham since 2016 and, during that time, supervised the campus’ Restorative Discipline Plan/Practices, which has resulted in over 80% drop in discipline referrals over the 2018-2019 school year.
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Brian Braudrick has been named the new principal of Live Oak Elementary School. Braudrick has served as the assistant principal of Live Oak since 2016 and is currently serving Round Rock ISD as the Summer Learning Principal for third and fourth grade.
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Given the current spike in COVID-19 cases across Texas and specifically here in the Austin area, we will be halting summer strength training camps for our athletes, which have been underway on high school campuses on a voluntary basis and with strict protocols since June 8. Earlier this week, the Texas Education Agency met Tuesday and Thursday with superintendents across the state via phone conference to outline guidelines for remote learning opportunities.
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“Adding report cards is another way the District continues to add value to the Home Access Center,” said Katie Rice, student application support manager. “HAC is a central location for parents and students to manage their grades, assignments, and other information related to campus life.”
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The Round Rock ISD Board of Trustees approved a budget of $450.7 million for the 2020-2021 year at its June 18 regular Board meeting. The budget includes funds to utilize new technology and learning resources to allow the District to adapt to changes in teaching and learning as a result of COVID-19.
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Though the official start of school is still two months away, I know that our return—and how it will look and feel for our students and staff—is at the top of your mind. As we examine options for reopening, we remain grounded in the guiding principles we established when we first closed schools.
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New students, Kindergarten through grade 12, and qualifying students entering prekindergarten have their first opportunity to enroll online on Monday, July 6. Online enrollment includes opening a parent/guardian account, completing required student forms, and uploading qualifying documents.
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Dr. Elizabeth Wilson has been named the new principal of Early College High School. Dr. Wilson most recently served Round Rock ISD as the principal of Fern Bluff Elementary School since 2007.
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Round Rock ISD will continue curbside meal distribution through July 31. Curbside lunch and breakfast for the following day will continue to be served to students under the age of 18 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m on Monday through Friday. Weekend meals will also be available for students to pick up during meal distribution each Friday.
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Seniors and families can also watch the Virtual Graduation live stream on their campus-specific graduation websites. Find your campus on the Round Rock ISD Class of 2020 webpage.
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Brandy Hafner has been named Round Rock ISD’s new Director of Health Services. She will replace Elaine Douville, who retired at the end of the 2019- 2020 school year.
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Raul Ruiz, who has faithfully served this District, our students, staff and community, passed away following a tragic accident. Mr. Ruiz was a dedicated and valued member of our Round Rock ISD Maintenance and Groundskeeping team.
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The Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) and Texas State Athletic Trainers’ Association have recognized seniors from high schools across Round Rock ISD as Academic All-State Athletes and All-State Athletic Trainers.
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To assist school systems with their transition to remote learning, Samsung has provided nearly $3 million to support schools across the country. Round Rock ISD received $25,000 from Samsung — money that helped provide internet access and critical supplies to students in need.
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In accordance with recently released guidelines from the University Interscholastic League (UIL) and the Texas Education Agency (TEA), Round Rock ISD will allow students on a voluntary basis to participate in summer strength and conditioning programs at the District’s five comprehensive high school campuses beginning Monday, June 8 and continuing through July 31.
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This has been a difficult week for our country and our community. For months now, we have been gravely concerned about a disease that has literally taken the breath from its victims and our focus has been almost solely on keeping ourselves, our families and our communities safe from its spread. But this past week, the words “I can’t breathe” are a haunting reminder that, in our country, evil, hate and a legacy of systemic racism continue to plague our communities of color and, specifically, African Americans. As Superintendent of Round Rock ISD, I want our community to know that we are committed to addressing this painful issue head-on in our District and on our campuses.
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Round Rock ISD was determined to celebrate the class of 2020. The result was the Senior Commencement Walk, where each graduating senior had the opportunity to walk across the stage with family present and celebrate this huge milestone they have worked so hard for over the years. These are some of the moments captured on video.
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More than 33,000 Round Rock ISD parents, guardians, students, and staff completed a survey responding to questions about challenges and successes of at-home learning during the COVID-19 school closures. Collectively, survey groups cited lack of teacher/classmate/colleague interaction and collaboration as the biggest challenge of at-home learning.
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Selected from nominees across the state, Round Rock ISD Superintendent Steve Flores, Ph.D., has been named the 2020 Texas Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) Superintendent of the Year. Dr. Flores was selected for the honor as a result of his displayed commitment to the students and schools of Round Rock ISD and dedication to building a strong relationship with the PTA.
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