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Round Rock ISD staff from the Round Rock Opportunity Center collect over 1,100 gifts for Blue Santa

Dec 11, 2023

Round Rock Opportunity Center’s (RROC) 40 staff members have amassed over 1,100 gifts for this year’s Round Rock Blue Santa project. The gift drive is part of the school’s campus improvement plan for supporting campus connections and meeting children’s holistic social and emotional needs. This marks the RROC’s second year participating in the Blue Santa toy drive. After collecting 75 toys last year, the staff took it to another level this year by breaking into teams for a friendly competition.

Round Rock ISD community engagement report is now available

Dec 4, 2023

Staff, students, families and community members have contributed significantly to our understanding by participating in four summits, focus groups, and a survey.

What you need to know about the 2024-25 FAFSA changes to improve financial aid access

Dec 1, 2023

Significant changes and improvements coming to the 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. The redesigned and streamlined FAFSA form opens Dec. 31, 2023.

Application open for 2024-25 Early College High School enrollment

Nov 27, 2023

Eighth-grade students who meet all promotion requirements from eighth to ninth grade are encouraged to apply.

Trustees update public comment procedures

Nov 17, 2023

The Round Rock ISD Board of Trustees has updated the guidelines for sharing public comments during regular or called meetings. Starting in December, anyone wishing to address the Board must do so in person.

Round Rock ISD Student-Athletes Commit to Collegiate Sports Programs on Early Signing Day

Nov 10, 2023

On Early Signing Day, student-athletes for all sports except football officially sign a National Letter of Intent (NLI) and commit to a collegiate sports program.

Westwood’s Anne Pham-Macharia Named Texas Foreign Language Teacher of the Year for 2023

Nov 10, 2023

Westwood High School French teacher Anne Pham-Mancharia has been honored as the Texas Foreign Languages Association’s 2023 Texas Foreign Language Teacher of the Year.

Students dive into the intersection of STEM and Esports on National STEM Day

Nov 9, 2023

On National STEM Day, students from Ridgeview Middle School, Blackland Prairie, Brushy Creek, and Pond Springs Elementary Schools, spanning grades 3 through 6, and members of the Girls Who Game club had the opportunity to explore Dell’s cutting-edge UT Austin Esport Arena and lounge.

Community Access Program Fosters Young Adults with Disabilities in Independent Living

Nov 6, 2023

Round Rock ISD’s Community Access program provides specialized instruction for graduates between the ages of 18 and 22 who have disabilities. The program’s primary goal is to empower these young adults with the skills necessary to lead independent lives within their communities.

Round Rock ISD Honors Veterans’ Courage and Dedication with Special Events and Celebrations

Nov 6, 2023

Community veterans are welcome to participate in a Veterans Day event at a Round Rock ISD school. Guest veterans are required to present a photo ID and register at the school’s main office.

Round Rock ISD Celebrates New Teacher November

Nov 2, 2023

This special month marks our appreciation for the dedication and enthusiasm new teachers bring to the field and foster a sense of belonging and support within the teaching community.

School Counselors Earn National Recognition for Excellence in Student Support

Oct 31, 2023

Round Rock ISD’s Canyon Vista Middle School and Spicewood Elementary IB® World School are two of only six Texas schools that qualified for the 2023 RAMP award.

Round Rock ISD Commencement 2024 dates, locations, and ticket information

Oct 25, 2023

Graduation ceremonies for Cedar Ridge, McNeil, Round Rock, Stony Point, and Westwood High Schools class of 2024 will be in May at the H-E-B Cedar Park Center.

Teravista Elementary named to FranklinCovey® 2023 Leader in Me Lighthouse Academic Honor Roll

Oct 19, 2023

Teravista Elementary Leadership Academy earns a spot as a 2023 Leader in Me Lighthouse Academic Honor Roll School by Franklin Covey®.

Blackland Prairie Elementary ranks as 2023 Leader in Me Lighthouse Academic Honor Roll School

Oct 18, 2023

Blackland Prairie qualified for the Exemplary Academic Proficiency by ranking above the 85th percentile in testing and meeting the rigorous requirements to achieve and maintain Lighthouse School Certification. The percentile ranking for Blackland Prairie Elementary rose in 2023 to 92% in the state, up from 87% in 2022.

Three Round Rock ISD students achieve perfect score on AP exams

Oct 9, 2023

Three Westwood IB® World High School seniors demonstrate content and skill mastery by scoring perfectly on their challenging, college-level Advanced Placement (AP®) exams.

Two ways to graduate with a diploma and free college degree at Round Rock ISD schools

Oct 9, 2023

Eighth-grade students and their families are invited to in-person information sessions to learn more about student life and how to apply at ECHS or for the P-TECH program. Information about the IB® programme offered at Westwood and Stony Point high schools will also be presented.

Five-Year Strategic Planning Summits and Community Survey will shape our schools

Oct 6, 2023

Round Rock ISD’s Five-Year Strategic Planning Summits and Community Survey will shape our schools. Round Rock ISD’s strategic planning process empowers stakeholders, like parents/guardians, students, district employees, city officials, business partners, and more, with a shared sense of ownership to collaboratively shape our District’s future, overcome obstacles, and discover new student possibilities.

Board of Trustees seeks community interest to serve on the TCAD Board of Directors

Oct 3, 2023

The Round Rock ISD Board of Trustees seeks community interest in serving on the Travis Central Appraisal District (TCAD). Community members interested in serving as a TCAD Board of Director must submit their resume letter of interest, and home address by Thursday, Oct. 12. Applicants must live in Travis County. They will serve on the Board for one year.

Round Rock ISD music programs amass 15 national excellence awards

Sep 18, 2023

Round Rock ISD middle and high school educators and their music programs earned a record number of recognitions in the 2023 National Mark of Excellence and Citation of Excellence awards.

Author: Dianne Foletto

Round Rock ISD staff from the Round Rock Opportunity Center collect over 1,100 gifts for Blue Santa

Round Rock ISD community engagement report is now available

What you need to know about the 2024-25 FAFSA changes to improve financial aid access

Application open for 2024-25 Early College High School enrollment

Trustees update public comment procedures

Round Rock ISD Student-Athletes Commit to Collegiate Sports Programs on Early Signing Day

Westwood’s Anne Pham-Macharia Named Texas Foreign Language Teacher of the Year for 2023

Students dive into the intersection of STEM and Esports on National STEM Day

Community Access Program Fosters Young Adults with Disabilities in Independent Living

Round Rock ISD Honors Veterans’ Courage and Dedication with Special Events and Celebrations

Round Rock ISD Celebrates New Teacher November

School Counselors Earn National Recognition for Excellence in Student Support

Round Rock ISD Commencement 2024 dates, locations, and ticket information

Teravista Elementary named to FranklinCovey® 2023 Leader in Me Lighthouse Academic Honor Roll

Blackland Prairie Elementary ranks as 2023 Leader in Me Lighthouse Academic Honor Roll School

Three Round Rock ISD students achieve perfect score on AP exams

Two ways to graduate with a diploma and free college degree at Round Rock ISD schools

Five-Year Strategic Planning Summits and Community Survey will shape our schools

Board of Trustees seeks community interest to serve on the TCAD Board of Directors

Round Rock ISD music programs amass 15 national excellence awards

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