The RISD 2019 bond will address the continued growth, specifically at the ECC. Here's a closer look at the current Early Childhood Center and what's proposed in the bond. Find out more at www.royalisdbond.com
Royal FFA Competes at Washington County Livestock Judging Contest
Article By: Chapter President
LeAnn Hillsman
On Saturday, September 21st, 2019, 15 members of the Royal FFA Chapter traveled to the Washington County Fair Livestock Judging Contest in Brenham, Texas. The members of the Royal FFA Chapter competed in the Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Divisions. Our Junior teams were Jr FFA #1, consisting of Presley Jacob, Porter Jacob, Remy Danz, and Madison Meader, placing 8th out of 29, and Jr FFA #2, consisting of Maria Gomez, Kaylee Meader, Karl Vahalik, and Tate Hakemack, placing 10th out of 29. Next, is our two Intermediate teams, Royal FFA #1, consisting of Elizabeth Ibarra, Kaelyn Hein, Jaylyn Danz, and Lauren Hillsman, placing 9th out of 37, and Royal FFA #2, consisting of Jovani Ibarra, Deysi Rivera, Alexa Cisneros, and Brooklyn Rongey, placing 13th out of 37. And last but not least, our Senior teams, Royal FFA #1, consisting of Yahaira Salazar, Andrea Gomez, Sharon Gutierrez, and Katy Arvizu, placing 29th out of 84 and Royal FFA #2, consisting of LeAnn Hillsman, Melanie Arguello, Cynthia Rivera, and Stephanie DeLaRosa, placing 35th out of 84 teams competing. Our students have been working so diligently in preparing for these contests and we wish them luck in the next one at our upcoming Waller County Fair!
Don't worry if you haven't been able to attend a community presentation yet, there's another one tonight! Louis Wilks with US Capitol Adivsors, financial advisors to RISD, will be present to answer any questions regarding debt and bond finances. Join us at the RJH auditorium at 6 pm tonight to learn about the bond and ask any questions you may have.
With this homemade game, spelling skills are the prize
Here's a game to make studying spelling words fun! Create a game board that has a path of connecting squares. Write the letters S or R on most of the squares. On a few, write directions like, "Go ahead 2 squares.” Next, have your child write spelling words on index cards. To play, each player rolls a die and moves that number of squares. If the square has an S, the player must spell the word on the top card. If it has an R, the player must read the word.
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Encourage nonfiction reading to help your child get the facts
Children ask a lot of questions. Reading nonfiction is a great way for them to find the answers. To encourage curiosity and help your child engage with nonfiction, look for books that answer questions about how things work. How does a wheat field end up in her pasta? Or, have your child choose something she knows how to do well, such as defend a soccer goal, and write her own how-to manual.
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When to reach out to the teacher to discuss homework
Your child fusses that the assignment is "stupid." But how do you know if you should call his teacher? Get in touch with the teacher if your child won't do homework, even after you've tried motivating him. Let the teacher know if your child finds the work too hard or too easy, or if he doesn't understand the instructions, even with your help. And contact the teacher if your child needs school supplies you can't provide.
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Royal SkillsUSA
Executive Officers for 2019-2020
“Champions at Work”
Royal SkillsUSA Reporter: Lissy Gonzalez
Royal I.S.D. Career & Technical Education Department – Congratulation to the 2019-2020 Royal ISD SkillsUSA Executive Board Officers. President: Hanna Ulbricht, Vice-President: Ryan Buy, Secretary: Joanna Oviedo, Treasure: Alaina Rogers, Reporter: Lissy Gonzalez, Sentinel: Christian Maya. These six executive board members will represent the entire Royal SkillsUSA Chapter for the new 2019-2020 school year. The Royal High School Career and Technology Education Department would like to introduce the school and community to the 2019-2020 Royal SkillsUSA Executive Board. SkillsUSA is a nationally recognized student organization in partnership with teachers and industry representatives working together to insure America has a skilled work force. It helps each student excel in both leadership and employ-ability skills. SkillsUSA is a non-profit organization serving teacher’s high schools and college students who are preparing for careers and trade, technical, and skills service occupations. Currently, Royal High School has career pathways in machining, automotive, arts-audio/video, welding, health science and cosmetology areas. Student members in each of these six areas elect section officers which in turn represent them on the executive council board. This year, this group of executive council members will travel and participate in the district officer camp at Wharton Junior College. This camp will focus on leadership activities in which they will work on their ability to master communication and listening skills, team trust, and team work. Also, this summer, these officers participated in their very own local officer camp. Officers began camp with a review of the purpose, organizational framework, and motto of SkillsUSA; to help better prepare for the improvement of the Royal Chapter for the upcoming school year. The officers were involved in numerous breakout sessions. Sessions included planning of the chapter calendar of activities, reviewing and revising the local constitution, increasing membership and fundraising, and designing a new SkillsUSA Chapter tee-shirt, with the “Champions at Work” theme. The team also discussed methods on making the chapter more involved within the school and community. After all their hard-work and dedication, they were treated with food, fellowship, and fun. It was a great learning experience for the officers as well as a productive camp for all, and we look forward to another great school year of students being “Champions at Work”!
All RISD campuses will be open on Friday September 20, 2019.
Your support can help your child's intelligence grow
Some kids (and even some parents) believe that an A student is just born that way. But teachers know that students can learn the skills they need to earn top grades. To help your child earn better grades, make learning a priority and give her lots of opportunities to get excited about it. Maintain a balance between school and sports, work and play. And if your child is struggling, work with the teacher on a plan to help her.
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It's time for Fun Fact Friday! Did you know that the last bond in Royal ISD was in 2006? It included the construction of the new High School, the Early Childhood Center, and other renovations.
Dear Royal ISD Community,
All campuses will dismiss at their regular times. After school transportation is scheduled to run their regular routes. Athletic events to this evening have been cancelled. Please contact your campus should you have any questions.
Try teacher-tested tips to encourage good behavior
Can't get your child to do homework on time? Pay attention? Respond to requests? Here's what teachers suggest: Teach your child what you want him to do. Post a schedule of daily activities, so he knows when to do them. You can add music or time challenges to make mundane tasks fun. To help your child calm down or pay attention, try using silent signals, such as a gentle touch on his shoulder.
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Teach your child to tell time the 'old-fashioned' way
It's the digital age. But some kids get so used to digital clocks that they don't learn how to tell time. To make sure your child does, keep at least one "old-fashioned" (analog) clock in your house. Practice reading the time on it together often. Make sure your child understands the concepts of a.m. and p.m. Then play a game: Ask how many more minutes or hours it will be until a certain time.
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Dear Royal ISD Community,
RISD will be open tomorrow, Wednesday September 18, 2019. The safety of our staff and students is top priority. We will continue to monitor the weather and should there be a change, an announcement will be made tomorrow morning.
Teach your child the rules of school bus safety
Although school buses are the safest way for children to get to school, it's still important to make sure your child follows bus safety rules. Here are just a few: Wait in a safe place away from the traffic. Never walk behind the bus. Don't stick hands, heads or objects out the windows. Don't push and shove. Walk three "giant steps" (six feet) away from the side of the bus. Wait until the driver says it's safe to get off the bus.
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As you are settling into your school-year routine, don't forget to register to vote! You can register at votetexas.gov. Not sure if you're registered? Use the same like to check! The deadline to register to vote it October 7.
Bedtime reading ends the day a special way
Finding time to read with your child can be a challenge. But with a little planning, bedtime reading can be one of the best parts of your day. Choose five books for the week and set them near your child's bed. Each day, say, "We'll read this book tonight. Tomorrow, we'll get to read another." This lets her know that reading is a big part of your day, too. At breakfast, talk about the book you read the night before.
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Healthy sleep habits start with a bedtime routine
Some children fall asleep as soon as their heads hit the pillow. Others have problems sleeping. Children who are tired from lack of sleep can't do their best in the classroom. To help your child get the sleep he needs, set a schedule and stick to the same bedtime every night. Then create some routines to help him transition from wakefulness to sleeping. Include quiet time before bed for reading, games or puzzles.
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A self-check system can boost self-control
You can't control your child's behavior at school. But you can teach her to have self-control. Have her write a behavior goal, such as working quietly, at the top of a piece of paper. Next, have her choose a signal she hears a few times a day, like a pencil being sharpened. Each time she hears it, she can mark a plus sign on the paper if she's working on her goal. If she isn't, she must mark a minus sign. Celebrate when she has more plus signs than minus signs.
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Treat school anxiety with listening and love
A child who wakes up saying, "I don't want to go to school" and comes home crying should be taken seriously. To address your child's fears, ask, "Can you tell me what's bothering you?" Listen carefully and don't belittle his feelings. Instead, help him figure out how to cope: "What could you do now?" Also, ask his teacher about what you and she can do. Could another student be a "classroom buddy" for your child?
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