Royal Independent School District

🔹 Sharp Skills, Big Wins—44 SkillsUSA Falcons Headed to State! 🎯🏆 The Royal SkillsUSA Chapter dominated at the District 9 SkillsUSA Competition, bringing home multiple awards, medals, and trophies! A total of 44 students have qualified for State in Corpus Christi, April 2-5, 2025! 🎬 A/V Production: Customer Service & Photography: Elisha Glover Advertising Design & Photography (General): Gabriel Velasquez Photography (General): Kimberly Pedraza Quiz Bowl Team: Elisha Glover, Gabriel Velasquez, Kimberly Pedraza, Jesus Argueta, Elizabeth Moreland A/V Quiz Bowl Team: Kylee Brown, Leo Escobar, Josue Arciga, Alisha Shaji, Jennifer Everitt 💇‍♀️ Cosmetology: 1st Place Winners: Emily Mendoza, Esteban Carranza, Arely Gonzalez, America Palacios, Clara Garcia, Annabella Parada, Maria Lopez, Esteban Carranza, Rodrigo Gonzalez, Aydreanna Stamps, Sarah Villanueva, Dayrin Aguilar Quiz Bowl Team (2nd Place): Esteban Carranza, Maria Marin, Annabella Parada, Arely Gonzalez, Shaelyn Gamez, Liset Interiano, America Palacios 👏 Special Congrats to Esteban Carranza, our new 2025-26 District 9 Officer! ⚙️ Machining & Engineering: Superior Rating & State Qualifiers: Alex Castillo, Mateo Gonzalez, Eric Hernandez, Ayden Stamps Engineering State Qualifiers: Alex Castillo, Donis Addison We are beyond proud of these students representing Royal High School’s Career & Technical Education program! Please wish them luck at State! 🚀🔥 #RoyalSkillsUSA #CTEExcellence #FalconPride #RoadToState #SkillsForSuccess 🎉

🚀 Welcome Dr. Doreen Martinez! 🎉 Royal Prairie Elementary’s first principal officially started on February 24, and we’re excited for what’s ahead! Help us color the future by joining our planning committees! 📲 Sign up: https://forms.gle/DwMDZ6H9gUDewScr7 #RoyalPrairieElementary #WeAreRoyal #ColorTheFuture #FalconPride

🚍✨ The Royal Transportation team honored #BlackHistoryMonth with a powerful display of history, culture, and legacy! From cherished artifacts to inspiring imagery, we celebrate the past 🔙, empower the present 🔥, and shape the future 🚀. 💚💛❤️ #WeAreRoyal #FalconPride #BHM2025

1️⃣ A Season to Remember! 🏀🔥 Both our boys’ and girls’ basketball teams showed heart, determination, and grit all season long. The playoffs may be over, but their hard work and dedication will fuel future success. Proud of you, Falcons! 🦅👏 #WeAreRoyal #SOARing #FalconPride

Falcons for the win! ⚽️🥅💙❤️🙌🌟#WeAreRoyal #InvestingInOurTomorrow #FalconPride

⚾️ Royal Rumble Baseball Tournament Update! The remainder of the tournament is canceled due to inclement weather. #WeAreRoyal #FalconPride Stay warm and have a wonderful weekend!

Superintendent Rick Kershner joined the Texas Association of Midsize Schools (TAMS) and Texas Association of Rural Schools (TARS) boards at the Texas Capitol, meeting with State Rep. Gary VanDeaver (District 1). Mr. VanDeaver is a retired superintendent who understands what’s at stake for Texas public schools. As lawmakers debate key education policies during Texas Legislative Session 89, we thank state leaders who will fight for students, teachers, and communities. Strong schools, strong Texas! 📚💡 Learn more: bit.ly/3Qq5dAX #TxLege #WeAreRoyal #InvestingInOurTomorrow #FalconPride

REMINDER! Join RHS tomorrow from 10 AM - 1 PM (2/22/2025) for a FREE Family Health Expo! ✅ Health Screenings ✅ CPR Demos ✅/ Food Samples ✅ Fitness & Fun for Kids ✅ Blood Drive & More! 📍 34499 Royal Rd, Brookshire, TX Register today @ bit.ly/3CUU9se #WellnessForAll #WeAreRoyal

🎭 Royal JH presents The Yellow Boat*—a moving true story of a boy’s journey through illness, imagination & hope. 📅Fri, Feb. 28, 6 PM | 📍Jimmy R. Davis PAC, Royal HS | 💵 Cash Only: $5 Adults / $3 Students. ***Some content may not be suitable for young children. 🎬 #WeAreRoyal

🏀🔥 Royal Falcons Playoff Alert! 🔥🏀 The Royal Falcons take on Connally Cadets TONIGHT in the 2nd Round of Playoffs! 🏆 Let’s pack the stands! 📅 February 21 | 📍 A&M Consolidated HS | ⏰ 8:00 PM🎟️ Tickets: bit.ly/4b8TWP0 #WeAreRoyal #StateBound #WeAreRoyal #FalconPride

⚾️ Royal Rumble Baseball Tournament Update! ⚾️ ❌ 5 PM vs. Kashmere – CANCELED due to weather ❄️ | ✅ 7 PM vs. Booker T. Washington – Game on (TENTATIVE) | 📅 Tomorrow’s games – ON as planned | Stay tuned for updates on RISD social media & website. #WeAreRoyal #FalconPride

Royal Relays Update: ❄️ The Royal Relays scheduled for Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, have been canceled due to winter weather. Stay safe and warm! ❄️🏃‍♂️ #WeAreRoyal #StaySafe #WinterWeather

Superintendent Kershner and RISD School Board Trustees Foster, Hartman, Jones, and Woods met with Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (SD 18) at the Texas Capitol during Texas Association of Midsize Schools (TAMS) Legislative Day, discussing the importance of investing in Texas public schools. Strong schools build a strong future for all Texans! Learn more: bit.ly/3Qq5dAX #TxLege #FundPublicEd #InvestInTomorrow #WeAreRoyal #SOARing

Superintendent Rick Kershner and RISD School Board Trustees Elton Foster, Scott Hartman, Rose Jones, and Melissa Woods met with State Rep. & Royal graduate Stan Kitzman (District 85) at the Texas Capitol during Texas Association of Midsize Schools (TAMS) Legislative Day, emphasizing the urgent need to invest in Texas public schools. As Texas Legislative Session 89 unfolds, we’re calling on leaders to prioritize public schools because strong schools build a stronger Texas! 📚🏛️ Learn more: texas2036.org/posts/txlege-your-2025-insider-guide/ #TxLege #WeAreRoyal #InvestingInOurTomorrow #FalconPride

Helping the next generation of Texas superintendents SOAR! 🚀 RISD Superintendent Rick Kershner inspired at the First-Time Superintendent Academy, sharing insights on "Engaging the Board in Transformation". Grateful for his leadership in shaping education! 🎓📚 #SOAR #WeAreRoyal

🏀 It’s GAME TIME! 🔥 Head to A&M Consolidated HS in College Station & cheer on your 4A D2 Bi-District Champs 🏆 RHS Falcons as they battle Waco Connally! 📅 Fri, 2/21 @ 8:00 PM | 💪Vibe: Unstoppable | 🎫Tickets: bit.ly/4b8TWP0 |📊 Bracket: bit.ly/3X7lH4y | #WeAreRoyal

🌟 Public schools are where students shine. Here, they learn, grow, and thrive. 📚 Students can explore interests, develop talents, and become leaders. Academics support students of all learning levels. A huge shoutout to our educators! You guide, support, and inspire every step of the way. 🙌✨ #CelebrateTexasPublicSchools #WeAreRoyal #InvestingInOurTomorrow #FalconPride

Helping other districts succeed! 🚀 Superintendent Kershner & our Stantec partners are sharing Royal ISD’s path to passing Bond 2023 at #TSPRA2025 in San Antonio. Together, we’re building stronger schools & communities! 🏫💡💪 #BetterTogether #WeAreRoyal #trust #VivaTSPRA 🎉

🔥🏀 Royal Falcons claim the playoff victory in overtime! Tied 51–51 at the end of regulation play, we battled relentlessly to secure a 63–59 win over the LaGrange Leopards. #FalconPride #Playoffs #WeAreRoyal #InvestingInOurTomorrow

🔥🏀 PLAYOFF TIME! 🏀🔥 The Royal Falcons are ready to battle in the BOYS BASKETBALL PLAYOFFS! Let’s pack the stands and bring the energy! 💪🔵🔴 📅 Feb 17 ⏰ 7 PM 📍 Brenham HS | 🎟️ $5 Tickets: bit.ly/4b2NUzb | 📢 Show up LOUD! 🚀💥 #WeAreRoyal #FalconPride #PlayoffsBound