Greetings, Falcons! Keep reading to view the 2020 RISD Halloween Showcase, Royal ISD election results, daily events, and more! Don’t forget that Monday, November 9 is a student holiday and teacher work day. Moving forward, the week at a glance announcement will also include scams to watch for as well as daily parent tips for elementary and secondary students.
Have a wonderful week!
Your partner in learning,
Royal ISD
Spotlights
- 2020 Royal ISD Halloween Showcase – Thank you to all who shared pictures of their Falcon ghosts and goblins with us!
- Interested in the Royal ISD Gifted and Talented program for your Falcon student? The referral period will be open until November 30, 2020. Click here for more information!
- The 2020-2021 Student Handbook and 2020-2021 Student Code of Conduct are available on the district website.
- Bloomin' Through Adversity - Falcon Flowers: Join today to order a monthly handmade Fresh Floral Design by a Royal Advanced Floral Design student. Orders are being taken for November and beyond!
- Royal ISD staff across the district participated in a friendly competition to see which campus could get the highest percentage of voters. Congratulations to our winner, Royal STEM Academy, with 70.83% of their staff sharing their voices by voting! 43.42% of our team at Royal ISD voted in the 2020 election.
- Sports
- Click here to view all team schedules.
- MaxPreps game recaps (For informational purposes only.)
- Recap: Royal vs. Wharton 2020 (Royal ISD victory, 43-21)
- RHS Lady Falcons defeat the Jordan Warriors, 52-33
Monday, November 9
- Student Holiday (Teacher Workday)
- Regular School Board Meeting, 6:30pm (Zoom Link)
- Elementary Parent Tip: Support your child through fourth grade challenges http://niswc.com/16kIC320271
- Secondary Parent Tip: Brainstorms break through writer's block http://niswc.com/36kIC320271
Tuesday, November 10
- RHS Lady Falcons Basketball, Giddings@Royal, JV at 4:30, Varsity at 6:00
- Elementary Parent Tip: Encourage appreciation by thanking your child http://niswc.com/16kJC320271
- Secondary Parent Tip: Recharge your teen's fading motivation http://niswc.com/36kJC320271
Wednesday, November 11
- No scheduled events
- Elementary Parent Tip: Good feelings, not bribes, motivate students http://niswc.com/16kKC320271
- Secondary Parent Tip: Explore college options online this fall http://niswc.com/36kKC320271
Thursday, November 12
- No scheduled events
- Elementary Parent Tip: Talk about what makes a decision wise http://niswc.com/16kLC320271
- Secondary Parent Tip: Know what to do if your teen faces suspension http://niswc.com/36kLC320271
Friday, November 13
- RHS Lady Falcons Basketball, Madisonville@Royal, JV at 4:30, Varsity at 6:00
- Elementary Parent Tip: Have a creative sandwich celebration! http://niswc.com/16kMC320271
- Secondary Parent Tip: Is too much togetherness fraying family nerves? http://niswc.com/36kMC320271
Saturday, November 14
- No scheduled events
- Elementary Parent Tip: Proven techniques can help your child master material http://niswc.com/16kNC320271
- Secondary Parent Tip: Encourage your teen to create history time lines http://niswc.com/36kNC320271
Sunday, November 15
- No scheduled events
- Elementary Parent Tip: Make time for fun, relaxing reading http://niswc.com/16kOC320271
- Secondary Parent Tip: Trade criticism for positive feedback http://niswc.com/36kOC320271
Looking Ahead
November 2020
- November 17: Deadline to register for the December 5 SAT testing date. Registration link: SAT Registration Portal.
- November 16, November 30, December 14: Houston Food Bank @ Royal High School, 4:00pm – 7:00pm.
- November 16-29: Royal STEM Academy Virtual Book Fair
- November 20: The Hangar Drive-Thru Food Pantry (final one of 2020), 10am-12pm, 4010 4th Street, Brookshire, TX 77423
- November 23 – 27: Thanksgiving Break
- November 26: Houston Food Bank Super Feast. 42nd Annual Super Feast. Walk-Up or Drive-Up to receive a food basket for the Holiday Season. Groceries in the pre-packed boxes will include a frozen Turkey, baked goods, canned goods, bread, and other non-perishable items. There is no need to register ahead of time, you just walk-up/drive-up to receive your items. There are plenty of volunteer opportunities for you or your family to help in. Join in the Annual 42nd Super Feast! Visit the Find Help page to obtain information on other available services.
December 2020
- December 5: SAT testing date.
- December 21 – January 5: Winter Break (School resumes on January 6)
- December 24: Houston Food Bank Super Feast. 42nd Annual Super Feast. Walk-Up or Drive-Up to receive a food basket for the Holiday Season. Groceries in the pre-packed boxes will include a frozen Turkey, baked goods, canned goods, bread, and other non-perishable items. There is no need to register ahead of time, you just walk-up/drive-up to receive your items. There are plenty of volunteer opportunities for you or your family. Join in the Annual 42nd Super Feast! Visit the Find Help page to obtain information on other available services.
2021
- January 23: RHS Theater presents A Mime Show
- February 27, 2021: RHS Theater Presents To Burn a Witch
- April 8-10, 2021: 65th Annual FFA Show, BBQ luncheon, Parade & Auction
- April 30 – May 2: RHS Theater Presents Peter Pan
Scam of the Week
Watch Out for Sean Connery Related Scams
Over the weekend, news broke that actor Sean Connery, who is known for portraying James Bond and countless other roles, passed away at the age of 90. Bad guys will be sure to exploit this celebrity death in a number of ways, so be extra cautious of any mention of Sean Connery in emails, text messages, and social media posts.
Remember these tips:
- Always think before you click. Cyber-attacks are designed to catch you off guard and trigger you to click impulsively.
- Watch out for sensational headlines regarding the late actor. This could be false information designed to intentionally mislead you—a tactic known as disinformation.
- If you receive a suspicious email, remember to follow the reporting procedure for your organization.
Stop, Look, and Think. Don't be fooled.