A team of McNeil High School students took part in a NASA App Development Challenge where they took data points and coordinates on the moon and turned that information into something visual. The team went as far as to include a virtual reality version in their app, making them a top finalist in the challenge.
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In a little over 12 weeks, the resilient and persistent young people who are the Class of 2021 will become graduates. This update provides Seniors and their families with the most current information about upcoming events as the Class of 2021 finishes their final semester of high school.
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After being canceled in the Spring of 2020 due to the pandemic, state-mandated student testing returns in April.
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Beginning Wednesday, March 31, Round Rock ISD will require all students to have up-to-date immunization records on file, be in the process of receiving vaccines, or have a valid exemption on file to be enrolled in school. School vaccination requirements are in effect regardless of whether a student’s learning location is virtual or on-campus.
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The Round Rock ISD Board of Trustees adopted a resolution to recognize the tremendous contributions made by African Americans throughout history and honor Black History Month during February.
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The Round Rock ISD Board of Trustees has approved boundary changes for the Diamond Oaks and Hunter’s Chase Estates subdivisions. The changes were approved at the Board’s regular monthly meeting, which was rescheduled to Wednesday, Feb. 24, due to last week’s winter storm.
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The majority of Round Rock ISD schools will resume operations on Wednesday, Feb 24. A small number of schools will have adjustments made to their campus operations this week to accommodate repairs and impacts due to the winter storm.
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Maintenance and custodial crews continue to work around the clock repairing storm damage and preparing campuses to welcome back students safely. Thanks to the dedication of these hard-working teams, we are hopeful that we will resume campus operations on Wednesday, Feb. 24. We will make a final determination tomorrow and will communicate to our staff and families as soon as possible.
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Round Rock ISD understands that the February storms have left a lasting impact on our community. If the February storms have damaged your living situation, you may qualify for aid.
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We continue to assess winter storm damage across the District and determine our ability to safely welcome students back. More than 70 incidents of storm-related damage have been reported at campuses and District facilities, ranging from minor to severe. Given all of these issues, all Round Rock ISD campuses and offices will remain closed Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 22-23.
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Round Rock ISD Food Services resumes curbside meal service on Monday, Feb. 22, from noon to 1:30 p.m. All children under 18 years old can receive free breakfast and lunch. Breakfast includes an entree, fruit and 8-ounce milk. Lunch includes an entree, serving of fruit and vegetable, with 8-ounce milk.
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The winter storm brought hardship to many families and we are all still dealing with its impact. Given all of these challenges, we will be making a decision by late Saturday on whether campus operations will be possible next week.
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Find Emergency Cold Weather Shelters in Travis and Williamson County. Social workers with Round Rock ISD Behavioral Health Services have compiled a list of emergency cold weather shelters in Travis and Williamson County.
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Due to continued power outages, all Round Rock ISD classes and activities are canceled and offices are closed for Wednesday, Feb. 17, Thursday, Feb. 18. and Friday, Feb. 19. Students and staff will not report to campuses or offices during this time.
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Due to inclement weather conditions, all Round Rock ISD campuses will hold classes 100% virtually on Wednesday, February 17, and Thursday, February 18. Students and staff WILL NOT report to campuses and offices on these days. The District’s COVID-19 testing site will also be closed this week.
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Elementary schools received interactive panels in late 2020 and they have had an immediate impact. Now installed at middle schools and soon high schools, teachers say they bring secondary students a sense of normalcy and connection while helping them teach.
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Due to inclement weather conditions, all Round Rock ISD campuses will be closed tomorrow and all classes will take place 100% virtually. Students and staff WILL NOT report to campus tomorrow.
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Round Rock ISD has been monitoring weather and road conditions overnight and will continue to do so throughout the day. The District will continue to follow its Inclement Weather Protocols to determine the best decision for student and staff safety.
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The behavioral health services department in Round Rock ISD is taking a holistic approach when it comes to serving the students in the district and that includes support from school counselors, social workers, mental health professionals and even District police officers. The goal is to ensure the student has all they need to be successful in the classroom.
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Find your next favorite book with the Book Buzz! Elementary book recommendations from Round Rock ISD librarians Kristen Fournier (Forest North Elementary) and Jamie Wright (Joe Lee Johnson Elementary). This episode, we feature “Jabari Tries” by Gaia Cornwall, “Mira Forecasts the Future” by Kell Andrews & Libby Marlin, “The Underneath” by Kathy Appelt, “Bringing in the New Year” by Grace Lin, “We March” by Shane W. Evans, and “You Matter” by Christian Robinson.
Special thanks to our fan art maker Elizabeth in 5th grade at FNE!
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