McNeil High School Boat Races
For the second year in a row the AP Physics class at McNeil High School took to the water with their cardboard boats and knowledge of physics hoping to stay afloat and win best in class.
Welcome to the 2023-2024 School Year!
As we welcomed more than 47,000 students back into our schools today, I wanted to take a moment to say thank you for choosing Round Rock ISD. I am delighted to have you here as we embark on our 110th year of educational excellence.
Round Rock ISD college fairs acquaint students with higher education choices
Round Rock ISD's counseling services department is organizing two college fairs. Attendees can expect to learn more about higher education or post-graduation choices, admissions, financial aid, and scholarships and better understand what colleges are looking for when reviewing applications.
Dr. Byron Gerard named Assistant Superintendent of Student Support Services
Dr. Byron Gerard has been named Round Rock ISD’s Assistant Superintendent of Student Support Services. Dr. Gerard has served as Executive Director of College and Career Readiness in Yakima ISD in Washington since 2021.
Canyon Vista and Westwood orchestras earn top honors in statewide competition
The Canyon Vista Middle School and Westwood High School orchestras earned top marks during the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Honor Orchestra competition.
Counting down to the first day
Teachers and staff are gearing up for the first day of school! We step into the classroom to hear about the excitement of having students back on campus and even get some advice from teachers.
Round Rock ISD Visual Arts named District of Distinction for fifth year
For the fifth consecutive year, Round Rock ISD has been named a District of Distinction for its Visual Arts Program by the Texas Art Education Association (TAEA).
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Westwood, Canyon Vista students named 2019 State Chess Champions
Making all of the right moves, students from Westwood High School, Laurel Mountain Elementary School and Canyon Vista and Pearson Ranch middle schools earned top marks and championship titles at the 2019 Texas Scholastic Chess Championships.
Round Rock, Westwood and McNeil student-athletes take top awards at state UIL swim meet
Student-athletes from Round Rock, Westwood and McNeil high schools took home some of the top awards during the state UIL Swim Meet on Feb. 22 and Feb. 23.
41 Round Rock ISD students placed in All-State music ensembles
Reaching the highest level a high school musician can achieve, 41 Round Rock ISD student musicians and vocalists earned placements in the All-State band, orchestra, and choir.
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Dr. Deborah Wills Covault named Union Hill’s Principal
Dr. Deborah Wills Covault is the new principal of Union Hill Elementary School.
Shawn Miller named Cedar Ridge High School Principal
Shawn Miller is the new Principal of Cedar Ridge High School, starting Sept. 9.
Kayren Gray was named the new Chief of Access and Opportunity
Kayren Gray is Round Rock ISD’s new Chief of Access and Opportunity. In this role, she will continue to lead the district’s effort to create equitable learning environments for every student enrolled in our schools and programs.
Dr. Bonita Teasley named Executive Director of Special Education
Teasley has a robust special education leadership, policy, and curriculum development background.
Richard Andreucci named Director of Safety and Security
Andreucci has over 19 years of combined police and security experience, providing safety and security for Texas municipalities, higher education, and corporate industry.
Jennifer Wagner named Director of Behavioral Health Services
Jennifer Wagner has been named Round Rock ISD’s Director of Behavioral Health Services.
Dr. Laura Carlin-Gonzalez named Executive Director of Teaching and Learning
Dr. Laura Carlin-Gonzalez has been named Round Rock ISD's executive director of teaching and learning, where she will provide leadership and oversight for the District’s teaching and learning programs, including curriculum and assessment, library services, professional development, and instructional technology.
Angelica Negrete named Wells Branch Elementary Arts Integration Academy principal
Negrete has more than 20 years of experience in education. She is bilingual Spanish and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in interdisciplinary studies from the University of Texas at El Paso, and earned her Master’s degree in administration and supervision from the University of Phoenix in Santa Teresa.