Greetings, Falcons! CLICK HERE to access the Week at a Glance for April 19 - 25! Have a great week! READ MORE >

Royal welcomed a group of local business and community leaders on Wednesday, April 14. Participants were introduced to excellence in career readiness and academics at Royal. The event was a huge success and is the second in a series designed to introduce various segments of the Royal community to all the great things happening at Royal ISD. This event and future... READ MORE >

CLICK HERE to view resources for military families. April is the Month of the Military Child! TEA recognizes the many sacrifices our military-connected students and their families make for each of our freedoms. The Texas Education Agency extends a special thank you for your service and commitment. We also recognize and thank our educators who... READ MORE >

Looking for fun, healthy activities for your child this summer? Great summers start at the Boys & Girls Club. Take advantage of early bird registration before the April 30 deadline. CLICK HERE to view the program flyer and registration details. READ MORE >

Royal ISD continues growing! We are currently at our highest ever enrollment number, 2,534. Check out the current student enrollment numbers: CampusVirtual LearnersFace-to-Face LearnersTotal Royal High School168527695Royal Junior High126391517Royal Elementary (2-5)86457543Royal Elementary (PK-1)76397473Royal STEM Academy50256306Total50620282534 READ MORE >

4.19.2021 RISD BOARD TRAINING MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Did your home or property sustain damage during the 2021 winter storm? The following resources are available to assist in the process of applying for FEMA assistance.Start Your Recovery Process FEMA Flyer - EnglishStart Your Recovery Process FEMA Flyer - SpanishBest Way To Send Disaster Recovery Documents FEMA Flyer - EnglishBest Way To Send Disaster Recovery... READ MORE >

We are beyond proud to announce that the Royal Marching Sound Machine participated in this year’s Concert And Sight Reading Evaluation and received its first Sweepstakes Award in 43 years!!! Please congratulate these students when you see them! READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon parents! Please join us on Tuesday, May 4 at 10:30am for a virtual session. Attendees will learn strategies to make supporting students at home easier. English: CLICK HERE to view the program flyer and to register.Spanish: CLICK HERE to view the program flyer and to register. Royal ISD READ MORE >

Dear Parents and/or Guardians; Join us for our Spring Parent Meeting on April 22, 2021, at 9:30 am or 6 pm. We at RJH highly encourage your attendance via ZOOM so that you are up to date on all the things we are doing at school. After the meeting, the PowerPoint presentation will be on our RJH webpage. A ZOOM link will be posted before the meeting on this... READ MORE >

THANK YOU for all of the hard work that went into making the April 10 opening day for the Brookshire Youth Sports League (BYSL) a success. District employees and Falcons from across the entire community came together to prepare the fields and to make this league happen for our kids. Established in 2021, Brookshire Youth Sports League focuses on teamwork and... READ MORE >

The Royal coaching staff understands how important community is to high school football. Our goal is to meet each and every parent or guardian of our athletes. We value parent participation in our program and look forward to being a servant of this community. This is a great opportunity to get to know your athlete’s coaches on a personal level and to meet the new... READ MORE >

RJH Campus Improvement Plan as of April 2021 READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! CLICK HERE to view the Week at a Glance for April 12 - 18.Have a great week! Royal ISD READ MORE >

On March 30th the Royal Junior High Track team traveled to Freeport, Tx and brought home a lot of medals. Only 10 athletes from the Track program were selected to make the trip to the District Meet. They ran their hearts out all season long. They proudly represented Royal Tuesday afternoon at Hooper Stadium. These athletes competed against Needville, Stafford,... READ MORE >

4.12.2021 RISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

The 2021-2022 Royal STEM Academy Applications are now available. Visit the links below to apply today! 2021-2022 Open Enrollment Application (English)2021-2022 Open Enrollment Application (Spanish)Royal STEM Academy's overall goal is not only to increase all student achievement in math and science, but to inspire students by exposing them to rigorous “real world”... READ MORE >

Royal High School English I EOC testers will test Thursday, April 8 and Royal Junior High 7th Grade Writing testers from Tuesday, April 6 will test on Tuesday, April 13. Communication will be made by the campus and any specific questions should be directed to the respective campus. READ MORE >

The 65th Annual Royal Livestock and Horticulture Project Show, Parade, BBQ, and Auction begins today at 4pm with the Market Goat Show, followed at 6pm by the Market Swine Show. CLICK HERE to view the complete schedule.This year, we celebrate 65 years of "Leadership, Livestock, Legacy, and Lore" at Royal ISD! Click here or press play on the video image link above... READ MORE >

National Assistant/Associate Principals Week is April 5–9, 2021! Please join us in honoring the enormous contributions of assistant and associate principals to student success. They are often the unsung, behind-the-scene heroes of our campuses. This year’s celebration is even more significant as we recognize all that they have conquered amid the pandemic. Please... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! This morning Royal ISD students were scheduled to participate in STAAR Writing Grade 7 and STAAR EOC English I. During the assessment the entire state experienced technical difficulties causing students to lose connectivity or access to the test. After monitoring the situation for over an hour, and receiving guidance from TEA, Royal ISD... READ MORE >

The purpose of this communication is to provide information regarding the April 2021 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®) online administrations.The Student Assessment Division has received reports of districts experiencing technical difficulties with the STAAR Online Testing Platform (SOTP). Our vendor, ETS, is currently investigating the... READ MORE >

Ladies and Gentlemen, It is with honor and enthusiasm that I present to you our new U.S. Marine Corps poolee (an individual who has already signed up to become a Marine but has not yet left for boot camp) who was sworn in to enlist in the Marine Corps. Cadet Gunnery Sergeant Napps has worked extremely hard on his math and English entrance exams to achieve an... READ MORE >

Royal Junior High ELA Paraprofessional Ruth Willis at RJH exemplifies all that Royal is... compassionate, kind, generous, and flexible, she rolls up her sleeves and "gets it done", no matter the task. Along with our students, I have learned so much from her. I think it was last year that she realized how much of a blessing she is to our students. An 8th grader... READ MORE >

Good afternoon! Please visit https://www.smore.com/3udtf to view this week’s newsletter. Have a great week! Royal ISD READ MORE >

The RJH theatre program recently took their show “Antigone Now” to a competition hosted at Royal High School by Mr. Callies and select theatre art students. This was their second competition of the season, both times performing “Antigone Now.”The tech crew was led by 7th grade stage manager Emily Ramos with Yolanda Mancera (7) on makeup/sound and Aiden Jackson (6)... READ MORE >

THANK YOU, ROYAL PARAPROFESSIONALS!!Today, we celebrate our Falcon paraprofessionals and show them how much we appreciate everything they do to keep our students learning and growing! They lead, the teach, they care! Paraprofessional Appreciation Day honors paraprofessional educators, who may also be known as paras. At Royal, paras provide assistance to teachers... READ MORE >

The Royal FFA Exhibitors and Show team has been working very hard over the last few weeks and months preparing their livestock for a chance to compete at the Texas Major Livestock Shows. “Major” shows such as the Houston Livestock Show, Austin and San Antonio were offered to exhibitors this year thankfully and our members could not have been more excited to show... READ MORE >

Greeting Falcons! CLICK HERE to view the Week at a Glance for 3/29 - 4/4.Have a great week! READ MORE >

Spring is here and so are tryouts for the Royal High School Color Guard/Flag Team! Auditions are open to ALL Royal High School students, including students who are leaving 7th grade and entering 9th grade at the end of this school year. Please visit the following links to access the tryout flyers: Flare Colorguard Flyer 1 Flare Colorguard Flyer 2 If you would... READ MORE >

Beginning on Monday, March 29, Texas will open COVID-19 vaccine appointments to all adults. In addition, anyone 80 & older will be allowed to go to the front of the line. #SleeveUp for a future safe from #COVID19Click here to learn more.Visit https://www.smore.com/j5sh4 for a list of local vaccine locations. *Pictured: Falcon employee America Salinas receiving... READ MORE >

Welcome back, Falcons! We hope you had a wonderful and relaxing spring break, and are excited to see you on Monday, March 22! CLICK HERE to read this week's newsletter. Did you travel during spring break? Please visit the CDC Travel Resource for information on travel guidelines, restrictions related to specific destinations, and more! Thank you in advance for... READ MORE >

Please join us on Sunday, March 28 for the Marie D. Pattison Memorial Scholarship Dinner and Auction. The event will take place at the Pattison Volunteer Fire Department. BBQ dinner begins at 5pm, and to go options will be available. Live and silent auctions begin at 6pm.Presale tickets will be available from Monday 3/22 through Saturday 3/27 for $10; please see... READ MORE >

The following is a copy of a Facebook post by Waller County Judge Trey Duhon. Please share with anyone looking for a COVID vaccine opportunity. Thank you!#SleeveUp for a future safe from #COVID19—————————-VACCINE SLOTS STILL AVAILABLE FOR THIS WEDNESDAY & THURSDAYhttps://myaccesshealth.org/covidvaccinewaller/Anyone that would like to get vaccinated, this is an... READ MORE >

It's Up To You! As the COVID-19 vaccines become available you might be asking yourself—should I get it? And if I do, will I be able to go about life without putting my family at risk? You’ve got questions, and that’s normal. The fact is, the vaccines are safe, effective, and they’re going to save lives. To get the latest information on the COVID-19... READ MORE >

We all want to go back to the things we love. Protect you and protect the ones you love. #SleeveUp for a future safe from #COVID19. Get the facts at https://getvaccineanswers.org/. READ MORE >

Please join us for the new Royal Parent Engagement Series on March 22 and April 7. See the flyers at the following links for registration details:Flyer (English)Flyer (Spanish)Parent engagement has always been a vital part of any child’s education, but the changes brought by the COVID-19 pandemic require that parents and educators partner up at a deeper level. We... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Texas Governor Abbott has lifted the mask mandate in Texas and increased capacity of all businesses and facilities in the state to 100 percent, effective today. Please note, however, that businesses, schools, and other organizations may still require masks. “If businesses want to limit capacity or implement additional safety protocols, they... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon family! The “Strong, Stay Strong” plan was introduced prior to the 2020-2021 school year. The plan was developed in accordance with CDC and TEA guidelines and is intended to ensure a safe learning environment for all of our students and staff. The entire Royal community has done a phenomenal job practicing the guidelines outlined in Start Strong,... READ MORE >

Update from Waller County Judge Duhon: First, the 2nd day of the Waller County PVAMU Vaccine clinic is well underway and everything is going well. Today we are doing 200 second doses, and 600 first doses. All slots are filled. Again - special thanks to PVAMU, PVAMU police department, AccessHealth, PVAMU Dept of Nursing and all our nursing student volunteers, WCSO,... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Please click here to view the Falcon Week at a Glance for March 8 - 14. Planning to travel during Spring Break? Visit the CDC Travel Resource for information on travel guidelines, restrictions related to specific destinations, and more! Thank you in advance for following recommendations to keep our community safe. Have a wonderful... READ MORE >

8.10.2020 RISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

The Royal High School Jazzettes will be holding tryouts for the 2021-2022 team. Please visit the dance room and pick up a packet from Ms. Jones or complete the online form to receive the documents electronically.Important Dates: All packets are due by March 26th, 2021. A MANDATORY Parent Zoom meeting will be held on Wednesday March 24th, at 5:30pm.Tryouts... READ MORE >

Did you know that Royal ISD students can earn their associates degree while still in high school? The Royal Early College High School allows students to receive an Associates’ Degree when they graduate from Royal ISD, at no cost to their families. The program allows them the opportunity to complete a Bachelors degree just two years after high school if they... READ MORE >

This afternoon, Governor Greg Abbott issued an order rescinding the statewide mask mandate, effective March 10, 2021. We are in the process of reviewing the order and awaiting updated public health guidance from the Texas Education Agency. Until further notice, RISD’s COVID safely protocols and procedures will continue to be followed. Hoy por la tarde, el... READ MORE >

The following information is from Congressman Michael McCaul's office. Ranking Member, House Foreign Affairs Committee, 3301 Northland Drive | Suite 212| Austin, Texas 78731, Phone: 512.473.2357 | Fax: 512.473.0514 | Cell: 202.957.1941 .On February 19th, President Biden approved a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Texas authorizing FEMA to provide... READ MORE >

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” --Dr, SeussNational March into Literacy Month kicks off with the birthday celebration of beloved children’s book author, Dr. Seuss’, on March 2nd! Happy birthday, Dr. Seuss! For children, creating a relationship with books is critical. Statistics show that... READ MORE >

Royal ISD will celebrate Women’s History Month throughout March with posts on the district website and social media. The 2021 theme is ‘Valiant Women of the Vote: Refusing to Be Silenced'. Because voting rights are so vital, the 2020 and 2021 themes are the same. Women’s History Month had its origins as a national celebration in 1981 when Congress passed Pub. L.... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! CLICK HERE to check out the Falcon Week at a Glance for March 1-7. Have a wonderful week! READ MORE >

FALCONS HELPING FALCONS! Please submit your stories of community members who went above and beyond to help their neighbors recover from the recent severe winter weather. Please submit stories via email to falconstrong@royal-isd.net. Please include names, description of how the person(s) helped their neighbors, pictures, and any other relevant information. I will... READ MORE >

Shared Message From KeVo Honore:DeCarerick “DoBaby” Kennedy, 16 years old and his brother, Faybian “FayFay” Hoisington, 14 years old, were victims of the car meet crash on Sunday, February 21, 2021. They both were heading home to their grandmother’s home when they were suddenly struck by a reckless speeding driver who was illegally doing race car stunts on the... READ MORE >

It is with regret that we share the news that former Royal ISD school board trustee Joycelene Caroll Odum, 85, of Katy, Texas, passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021, in Katy, Texas. Joycelene was born April 14, 1935, the daughter of Emil and Geraldine (Stolley) Thomas. She grew up in the valley, graduating from San Benito High School. Joycelene was united in... READ MORE >

On February 12, Ms. Morgan's 8th grade English classes read informational texts about the global celebrations and traditions surrounding Chinese New Year. Students also constructed their own Chinese lanterns to celebrate the Lunar New Year. READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Please see below for important information on SNAP benefits related to the recent winter storms. SNAP Benefit Replacements Due to Winter Storm On February 19, 2021, Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has received federal approval to allow Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program... READ MORE >

3.1.2021 RISD BOARD TRAINING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone conference or... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Please take a few minutes to let us know how you are doing and what needs you have due to our recent Winter Storm. Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston is working to line up resources to help our families. We need more information on those needs - directly from you. CLICK HERE to complete the survey. Thank you for taking the time to... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Royal ISD will resume regular operations on Tuesday, February 23. We look forward to seeing our face-to-face and virtual students! Thank you for your patience as we recovered from last week’s winter storm! Royal ISD READ MORE >

Was your home or property damaged during last week’s severe weather? If so, please complete the Texas Disaster Impacts Self-Reporting Tool. The objective of this survey is to identify damages across Texas, to help emergency management officials across the state gain an understanding of damages that have occurred during the recent winter weather. Please... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! We are all looking forward to a snow and ice free week! Click here to read the Falcon Week at a Glance for 2/22 - 2/28. Have a wonderful week! READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! All Royal students will switch to virtual learning on Monday, February 22 as our team continues to assess and repair our campuses. All Royal employees will work from home on Monday, February 22. The team at Royal will make an announcement on Monday regarding Tuesday, February 23. Thank you for your continued partnership! Royal ISD READ MORE >

Hopefully everyone had a chance to thaw out a little bit today as the temperatures warmed up slightly. Please keep in mind we are expecting one more hard freeze tonight with temperature in the mid 20’s, so continue to take whatever precautions may be needed to protect your property and your animals. Some good news to report - I just got back from the Brookshire... READ MORE >

Hello Falcons, What a week we've had! I know it hasn't been too long since many were saying they were ready for 2021! Well, we are here and now we are faced with a new challenge: freezing weather and snow on the ground in the Brookshire/Pattison area for five consecutive days! Who would have believed that could happen? What an amazing team of people we have... READ MORE >

The Waller County Office of Emergency Management has complied the following resource for those able to help those in need:Waller County always pulls together during disasters! We've heard many stories of friends helping friends and neighbors helping neighbors. Waller County OEM and Waller County Sheriff's Office have received many questions on how residents can... READ MORE >

Good afternoon, Falcons! Many of our families and employees are still without power and/or water, and several Royal ISD buildings are in need of repair due to the severe weather conditions. Royal will be closed on Thursday, February 18 and Friday, February 19. No remote learning will occur and employees will not work remotely. Royal will continue to monitor... READ MORE >

Good afternoon, Falcons! Due to power outages and poor driving conditions throughout the area, Royal ISD will be closed on Thursday, February 18. No remote learning will occur and employees will not work remotely. Royal will continue to monitor the weather, power, and road conditions to determine plans for Friday, February 19. Continue to monitor your... READ MORE >

CENTERPOINT UPDATE 5:30 PMI’m at wits end.... I received the following update from CP. it’s not good. They are stopped the rolling outages once again. I’m not going to sugarcoat it. Here’s the info directly from CP word for word:Electric OperationsAs of 2:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 16 the estimated number of Houston area customers without power is 1.27 million.... READ MORE >

Good afternoon, Falcons. A Royal ISD family lost their home and all belongings to a fire last night, and are in need of assistance with the following items: Personal care itemsFood donationsGift cards/monetary donationsGirls’ clothing size 7/8, size 12 shoes Women’s clothing size 18, size 9 shoes Baby girl clothing size 18 months Huggies Dry... READ MORE >

Good afternoon, Falcons! Due to power outages and poor driving conditions throughout the area, Royal ISD will be closed on Wednesday, February 17. No remote learning will occur. Royal will continue to monitor the weather, power, and road conditions to determine plans for Thursday, February 18. Continue to monitor your email, the district website, local news, and... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons. Due to widespread power outages, Royal ISD will be closed on Tuesday, February 16. That is, Royal students and staff will NOT be working or learning virtually. We are still watching conditions closely to make a decision about Wednesday, February 17. Please stay safe and continue to monitor your email and the district website for... READ MORE >

UPDATE ON POWER OUTAGES(2:30pm, 2/15/21)Folks - the situation is not good. I’ve been in touch with state officials and Centerpoint. Wind energy is nonexistent bc they can’t operate at these temps. Solar farms are useless when covered with snow. And now several power generating units including a nuclear plant have shut down due to problems they are having with... READ MORE >

WINTER STORM UPDATE (8:15 AM 2-15-21)Conditions on the roads continues to be extremely hazardous if not impossible and will continue throughout the next 24 hours. All areas of Waller County are reporting rolling blackouts or outages. For many of you, the outage is a rolling blackout and the power will come back on after awhile. For others, the outage may be due... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon family! Click here to view this week’s newsletter. We hope you are all staying safe and warm. This week’s newsletter contains important guidelines on preparing your home and family for the upcoming freezing weather. As winter weather moves across Texas, remember to protect people, pets, plants, and pipes. Please stay off of roadways if at all... READ MORE >

Good morning, Falcons. Weather forecasters are predicting severe winter weather beginning on Sunday, February 14. Conditions are anticipated to last until Tuesday, February 16. Monday, February 15 is a Scheduled President’s Day student/staff holiday (no school for any students, virtual or face-to-face). As always, the safety of our students, staff, and... READ MORE >

The amazing RISD Technology team has been hard at work keeping our students connected, and recently received a new shipment of Chromebooks through the "Prior Purchase Reimbursement Program" (PPRP) and local funds. PPRP reimburses Royal for purchases made to keep our students connected and learning throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The new devices will be used for... READ MORE >

Please join us for the new Royal Parent Engagement Series on February 16 and February 22. The sessions will be offered in Spanish and in English and are open to ALL Royal families. CLICK HERE to view the series flyer. Part 1: Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. Part 2: Monday, February 22, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. CLICK HERE to register in advance. After... READ MORE >

Are you searching for that perfect gift for your Valentine? Look no further! Our Royal High School Floral Design students are taking orders now for bouquets. Place your order today! Choose between a candy bouquet or a dozen roses. CLICK HERE to place your order today! READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! CLICK HERE to access the newsletter. Things to note for the upcoming week: Monday, February 8: Student holiday (Staff Development Day)Monday, February 15: RISD Closed (President's Day)Waller County COVID Vaccine Registration Regular School Board Meeting, 6:30, Zoom LinkParent Engagement Series: Strategies for Supporting Your Child's... READ MORE >

A wealth of resources exist to demonstrate the huge impact that school counselors make on students of all ages. All students are destined for different futures, so our focus at RISD is on the needs and goals of individual students. We offer a full suite of opportunities for college and career readiness to insure happy and fulfilling futures for our graduates. In... READ MORE >

2.8.2021 RISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Greetings, Royal families! Please join us for the new Royal Parent Engagement Series on February 16 and February 22. Parent engagement has always been a vital part of any child’s education, but the changes brought by the COVID-19 pandemic require that parents and educators partner up at a deeper level. English Program Flyer Spanish Program Flyer ... READ MORE >

School counselors aren't just in high schools — they are the unsung heroes of today’s school system, agents of social change. At its most fundamental level, school counseling programs promote and enhance the learning process for all students — ensuring the academic, career and personal/social development of students from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade.... READ MORE >

Waller County is currently offering pre-registration for those who are interested in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Eligibility is based on criteria from Texas Department of State Health Services. IMPORTANT NOTE: At this time, eligibility is limited to Group 1A and Group 1B. Please review the Group 1A and and Group 1B links to review eligibility requirements. If... READ MORE >

Royal Junior High Theater placed 3rd overall at their recent One Act Play competition and made history by having every single actor earn a medal. The team placed third place overall. The actors performed "Antigone Now" for the competition. Honorable Mention All Star Cast: Brooklyn Rongey, Alejandro Rodriguez, Angelyna Rodriguez, Esteban Carranza, Raelee Hacke,... READ MORE >

Royal Superintendent Rick Kershner and CTE Director Ronnie Melton visited Emily Hillsman to thank her for her years of service to Royal ISD and to present her with gifts created by Royal CTE students. Emily served on the school board for 22 years, making a huge impact on Falcon students. She is a graduate of Royal and was active in band, choir, National Honor... READ MORE >

Counselors are licensed educators who address students’ academic, career, and social/emotional development needs by implementing and executing a counseling program aiming for student success, according to ASCA. They can work in elementary, middle, or high schools or in district supervisory roles.School counselors aim to help students thrive academically, personally... READ MORE >

Royal Junior High Theater was created in 2016, and has enjoyed award-winning seasons each year since its inception. 2016-2017 2nd Place overall (3 honorary All Star cast and 3 All Star Cast) with The Girl in the Mirror 2017-2018 2nd Place overall (1 honorary All Star cast, 1 All Star Cast, 1 All Star Tech) with I Never Saw Another Butterfly 2018-2019 (1... READ MORE >

Today, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announced the cancellation of the RODEOHOUSTON® competitions, concerts and entertainment, carnival, and other attractions and activities, which were recently rescheduled for May 4 – 23, 2021, due to the ongoing health situation.The Junior Livestock and Horse Show competitions will still be held in March, as private... READ MORE >

In an undisputed contest, scoring 875.1 points, Royal MCJROTC defeated Gallatin NJROTC. With the win, Royal MCJROTC is in ninth place overall. They currently have a 1 - 0 record. Royal MCJROTC was led by, Diego Martinez who shot a 237.4. The remaining contributing members were Zeke Johnson, Yoel Castro, and Jason Pierce. Royal MCJROTC is from Pattison, TX and is... READ MORE >

Royal ISD is proud to announce that MJROTC 1st Sargeant Bland has been selected to grade regional and national drill competition in North Carolina and Florida. This is an exciting opportunity for Sargeant Bland, and is a testament to her skill and expertise as a drill instructor. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Click here to view this week's newsletter. Things to note for the upcoming week: Tons of stories about all the great things our Falcons are accomplishing! Spring 2021 Royal FFA Calendar Please continue to follow CDC and RISD guidelines for the prevention of COVID-19 Falcon Learning Zone WiFi Bus schedule Scholarship... READ MORE >

Greetings, Royal parents Julian and Tamara Nino have two children at Royal (in 5th and Kindergarten), and tragically lost their home to a fire on Wednesday of this week. Royal has connected the family with local organizations to provide them with food and with furniture. They are currently staying in a home in the area, and they have room to store donated items... READ MORE >

Are you searching for that perfect gift for your Valentine? Look no further! Our Royal High School Floral Design students are taking orders now for bouquets. Choose between a candy bouquet or a dozen roses. CLICK HERE to place your order today! READ MORE >

On January 20, 2021, Royal ISD Superintendent Rick Kershner and his team joined the staff at Royal High School to launch the first event in the new “Land Developer and Realtor Professional Lunch & Learn Series”. The program is designed to showcase all of the great things happening in Royal ISD. Growth is coming to Royal, and this series will help the Falcon family... READ MORE >

The Royal High School Jazzettes and Dance Department would like to send a huge thank you to the Royal Education Foundation for their continued support of our growing department! With the Foundation’s Fall 2020 Grant Award, the Jazzettes were able to purchase a brand new iPad! Much like any sport, dancers watch “film” of their performances and practices to assess... READ MORE >

Good morning, Falcon family! We hope that you all had a relaxing, restful weekend. Please click here to view this week’s newsletter. This week’s edition includes information on growth in Royal ISD, FREE online classes, changes to Royal High School Curbside meal distribution, and much more! Have a great week! Royal ISD READ MORE >

Royal High School welcomed LGI Homes leaders and employees for a campus tour on Friday, January 22, 2021. Through its Freeman Ranch, Crystal Lakes, and Windsor Estates developments, LGI will add a total of 982 homes to Royal ISD once all lots have been closed. Royal Superintendent Rick Kershner and RHS principal Tony Runnels provided tour participants with a... READ MORE >

1.25.2021 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon family.The memorial service details for Royal ISD employee Greg Blanks are as follows: Monday, January 25, 2021, 6:30PM: Walk-through memorial and viewing at Royal Junior High (2520 Durkin Road, Brookshire TX 77423). All attendees must follow CDC social distancing and mask guidelines.Wear a mask to protect yourself and others and stop the... READ MORE >

Greetings, Royal Family: It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Greg Blanks. Greg was a blessing to all who knew him. He was a valued employee of Royal ISD for six years and will be greatly missed. Royal will share service details once they are available. Please keep Greg's family in your thoughts as they go through this... READ MORE >

On Monday, January 18, 2021, we will honor and celebrate Dr. King, a giant of the civil rights movement whose nonviolent resistance to the injustices of his era — racial segregation, employment discrimination, and the denial of the right to vote — enlightened our Nation and the world. Click here to read the full text of the 2021 Martin Luther King,... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! CLICK HERE to access this week's newsletter! Things to note for the upcoming week: Monday, January 18 is a school holiday (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day).Click here to view updated sports schedulesPlease continue to follow CDC and RISD guidelines for the prevention of COVID-19Falcon Learning Zone WiFi Bus scheduleScholarship... READ MORE >

IMPORTANT!! PLEASE READ THE ATTACHED LETTER. The letter concerns virtual students that are failing.¡¡IMPORTANTE!! POR FAVOR LEA LA CARTA ADJUNTA. La carta se refiere a estudiantes virtuales que están reprobando.ATTENTION PARENTS OF VIRTUAL STUDENTS!! READ MORE >

Royal Independent School District is sharing this information about the district and your child’s campus with you as part of its obligations under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA). Federal Report Cards for the state, the district, and each of the district’s campuses are now available on the district’s website at this link: ... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! We hope you had a great first week back! Click here to read about the upcoming week's events.This week's newsletter includes announcements from the last weeks of December and the first weeks of January. We are looking forward to a successful 2021! Things to note: Click here to view updated sports schedulesPlease continue to follow CDC and... READ MORE >

Each year, the Be An Angel Organization funds the purchase of Christmas gifts for hundreds of special needs students. Staff members from many school districts in and around the Houston area are given the opportunity to shop for their very special students. This is made possible by individuals and companies who so graciously donate the funds to make this a... READ MORE >

The Royal SkillsUSA team partnered with a local Scentsy sales rep to create a fully virtual fundraiser. A percentage of the sales from anything ordered from the RISD fundraiser page will go to the RISD SkillsUSA team. The person purchasing will pay thru the website and the items will be shipped directly to the buyer, making this a 100 percent CDC compliant... READ MORE >

1.11.2021 RISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the newly named RISD Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Coordinator, Diane Holub. Please read on to learn more about her experience and how she plans to help our Falcons soar.Prior ExperienceI graduated from Texas A&M with my BS in Psychology ('85) and my MS in Counseling ('88) from the Educational Psychology Department. Immediately after... READ MORE >

Royal Junior is happy to announce that Carrie Campbell-Bishop will serve as the new RJH Assistant Principal. Welcome to Royal! Experience/BackgroundBeing in education has been a part of my life since I first went to class at the University of Oklahoma with my mom at just a few weeks old. Later on in life, I attended the University of Oklahoma for a B.S in... READ MORE >

Royal ISD is happy to announce that Mara Tran is the new Royal ISD Instructional Program Specialist. Please read on to learn more about Ms. Tran's background. I was a math teacher at Lamar Consolidated High School from 2010 to 2015. I taught all the way from Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II to Pre-Calculus. I was the advisor for the National Honor Society in LCHS.... READ MORE >

Greetings Falcons! CLICK HERE to view the week at a glance for January 4-10, 2021. READ MORE >

1.4.2021 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! I hope that your holidays were restful, healthy, and happy. We are excited to welcome our Falcon learners back to Royal on Wednesday, January 6. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in continuing to adhere to our health and safety protocols to maximize the safest learning environment for our students and staff on campus, especially wearing... READ MORE >

Seasons Greetings, Falcons! Although there is no denying that this year and this holiday season feel very different, COVID cannot take away our ability to hope, to be kind, to persevere, and to support one another. Together we will get through this. As 2020 winds down, we stand in support of those who have lost loved ones and we welcome 2021 with open,... READ MORE >

Acting, music, dancing, singing, and more! You don't want to miss seeing our talented Falcons in the 2020 Royal ISD Fine Arts Showcase! READ MORE >

Good afternoon Falcons, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! On Monday, December 14, 2020, the Royal ISD Board of Trustees approved a retention and incentive payment for all full-time employees. This is the first time in Royal ISD history that this has occurred. The checks were delivered on December 17 and December 18 by a merry team of elves. ... READ MORE >

Twenty-five members of the District Leadership Team (DLT) spent December 14-15 building team trust and developing the district’s mission, vision, and core values. Superintendent Rick Kershner stated, “Our team is excited about the renewed focus on the direction Royal is headed as a district. The leadership team at Royal ISD is phenomenal, and I am excited to see... READ MORE >

Good morning, Falcon Family! Don't forget to complete the Royal ISD Facilities Planning Survey! Your input is vital to us as we work to determine current and future facility needs. The survey will close on Friday 12/18 at 11:00PM. Visit the links below to complete the survey. English SurveySpanish Survey Your opinions are valuable and will help us provide... READ MORE >

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Good afternoon, Falcons! CLICK HERE to read the Falcon Week at a Glance for the week of December 14 - 20, 2020. This week's issue includes information on the following: Royal ISD COVID Update from Superintendent KershnerDecember School Board MeetingUpdated Sports SchedulesFree School Meals AnnouncementRoyal ISD Planning SurveyDaily EventsMuch More! Have a... READ MORE >

Good afternoon, Falcons! I am reaching out today to provide an update on COVID-19 at Royal ISD. We understand that many of you are concerned because the case rate in Royal ISD has increased slightly since Thanksgiving. We are closely monitoring COVID case levels at all Royal campuses to ensure the health and safety of all students and employees. At this time,... READ MORE >

12.14.2020 RISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

12.14.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Thank you to the Houston Food Bank and to our student and staff volunteers who provide much-needed food to those in need in our community. Monday, December 14, 2020 (4-6pm), will be our last food distribution before the holiday break. Please help us by getting the word out so that we can help as many in the community as possible. READ MORE >

Greetings, We want to hear your voice. Please complete the Royal ISD Planning Survey, which will provide direction for the school district as we plan for the future together. CLICK HERE to support our Falcons and to make your voice heard! ¡HAGA CLIC AQUÍ para apoyar a nuestros Falcons y hacer que se escuche su voz! Thank you for your feedback and... READ MORE >

The Royal Education Foundation recently received the following thank you from RHS Band Director Gary Miller: "Thank you so much for your support and financial contribution to the Royal High School Band. We will use these instruments to be ambassadors of music and Falcon Pride for RISD. Also thanks for the purchase of our UIL show. We received an excellent rating... READ MORE >

Greetings Falcons! The new Falcon Week at a Glance newsletter is now available, which contains community and school spotlights, upcoming events, and more! Remember, if anyone in your home has tested positive for COVID-19 or is experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, please do not send your Falcon learner to campus until he or she has completed a COVID-19 test. If... READ MORE >

Even though #GivingTuesday ends soon, it is not too late to make a donation to the Royal ISD Education Foundation. And follow us on Facebook to see how your dollars make a difference right here in our community. Our goal is to raise $2,500 today to help fund our spring grants and scholarships. We will report back with the results later this week. To all who have... READ MORE >

Former Royal ISD Graduate, Mariela Perla Aguilar was recently selected by the nation's leading Florist Designers and Renowned Simon Lycett to be chosen to compete in a Series on HBO Max titled "Full Bloom". Mariela graduated from Royal High School in 2012, while serving as an active FFA member, Chapter FFA President, State Champion Individual Floriculture Career... READ MORE >

Today, Dec 1, is #GivingTuesday. Together we heal. Together we stand. Together we give. Giving is not just about making a donation. It’s about making a positive difference for those around you. Let’s create a groundswell of good in our community today. What are you doing to make a difference today? The Royal ISD Education Foundation’s goal is to raise $2,500... READ MORE >

Today is #GivingTuesday. The Royal ISD Education Foundation is proud to be part of this global day of generosity. When you give to the foundation, your donation goes directly toward providing resources that enrich and expand learning opportunities for students right here in our district. We want our principals and teachers to say “wouldn’t it be great if we could... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons, Royal ISD would like your input as we develop a leadership profile for the next Falcon Athletic Director. Please CLICK HERE to make your voice heard! (En Espanol) The survey will expire at 11:00 PM on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. Thank you for partnering with Royal ISD in this important endeavor. Royal ISD READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Royal ISD wishes each and every Falcon a happy and safe Thanksgiving break. Click here to access the new Falcon Week at a Glance (or see below). See you on the 30th! Your partner in learning, Royal ISD READ MORE >

Save the Date: #GivingTuesday is December 1st! The Royal ISD Education Foundation is proud to be part of this global day of generosity. GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Over the past 8 years it has grown into a global movement that inspires millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity... READ MORE >

Check out our crew of RJH cheerleaders at the November 3 game against Clute! #squadgoals READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons!This week’s message and future ones will be in a new, more user-friendly format. This week’s edition includes spotlights on Veterans' Day, the Marines' 245th birthday, Amazon Smiles’ partnership with the Royal Education Foundation, updated district and campus improvement plans, and more! Don’t forget to check out the virtual STEM book fair... READ MORE >

11.16.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

The 2020-2021 Royal District and Campus Improvement Plans are now available on the district website: 2020-2021 District Improvement Plan2020-2021 RHS Campus Improvement Plan2020-2021 RJH Campus Improvement Plan2020-2021 RES 2-5 Campus Improvement Plan2020-2021 RES PK-1 Campus Improvement Plan READ MORE >

“Never was so much owed by so many to so few”. –Winston Churchill Charles Aulin, Sr. Submitted by Christi Ginn, RISD Communications: My maternal grandfather passed away when my mother was very young, so I unfortunately do not know much about him. He proudly served his country in the Navy and Army, served during World War II. He passed away in 1964 at the age of... READ MORE >

The Royal High School MJROTC and its esteemed guests joined on November 10, 2020 to celebrate the 245th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. Although attendance was limited due to COVID-19 precautions, RISD has compiled a video of the ceremony to share with the Royal community. Click here to view the birthday message from the US Marines Commandant's birthday... READ MORE >

District-wide picture day for all Falcon remote learners. THANK YOU to Royal STEM Academy for graciously hosting this event for our remote learners. When? Thursday, November 19 from 8am - 3pm Where? STEM gymnasium Order form? CLICK HERE to access the picture day flyer. READ MORE >

11.9.2020 RISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

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... READ MORE >

Thank you to all who shared pictures of their Falcon ghosts and goblins with us! READ MORE >

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! READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons. Waller County has released the unofficial* 2020 Royal ISD election results. Bond Election Results Proposition A: 1,602 For (48.25%), 1,718 Against (51.75%)Proposition B: 1,259 For (38.13%), 2,043 Against (61.87%)Proposition C: 1,320 For (40.24%), 1,960 Against (59.76%) Trustee, Position 5 Results Melissa Woods: 1,133 (37.64%)Emily... READ MORE >

Good evening, Falcons! Today is our final “Daily Bond Fact at Five”, and there are only two hours left to vote in the 2020 election. As you know, 2020 has been an unprecedented year in many ways. Regardless of your choices in each race, the best way to achieve positive change at the local, state, and national levels is to share your voice through voting.... READ MORE >

Interested in watching Royal battle Wharton in the last varsity game of the 2020 football season? The game will take place in Wharton. Visit https://schooleventticketslogin.com/event/view/visitor-tickets-whs-varsity-football-vs-royalto buy your tickets. Click "Click here to enter PROMOCODE", and enter FALCONS as the password (must be in all caps).Tickets are only... READ MORE >

Good evening, Falcons! It’s 5pm on “Election Eve”! Tomorrow is Election Day. If you shared your voice during Early Voting, THANK YOU! If you plan to vote tomorrow on Election Day, THANK YOU! Sharing your voice by voting is the most effective way to achieve positive change at the local, state, and national levels. Visit https://royalisdbond.com/voting for local... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! We have a busy week ahead! Have you voted? Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, and is your last chance to make your voice heard. Visit votetexas.gov for voting information. Click here for district spotlights and for information on this week’s events. RISD Communications will be creating a video highlighting our Falcons in their Halloween... READ MORE >

Class of 2019 Royal ISD graduates Bailey Hubbard and Jenny Pierce will be awarded the coveted American Farmer FFA Degree at this week’s National FFA Convention. The American Farmer degree, which is the highest degree a member can attain, is earned by less than one-half of a percent of FFA members across the nation. American FFA Degree recipients show promise for... READ MORE >

“The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” ― Ralph Waldo Emerson In today’s Daily Bond Fact at Five, we will review what was included in the 2006 bond, which was primarily intended for the construction of Royal High School and the Royal Early Childhood Center. Both the 2006 and 2020 bonds were intended to plan for upcoming... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Some of you may be wondering what happens if the Royal ISD Bond 2020 propositions pass. If bond 2020 passes, we will form a bond oversight committee with a diverse group of community and district leaders to ensure that the bond proposal items will be completed and to promote transparency. We are committed to the best possible educational... READ MORE >

Good morning!Today is the final day of early voting. Democracy requires showing up. Do your research, get the facts, and VOTE! "Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world." - Roald Dahl (Matilda)Have a beautiful day, Falcons! READ MORE >

Royal ISD is filled with legacy and tradition, but did you know that Royal ISD has a history filled with academic and CTE champions? Royal's UIL, FFA,FCCLA, and SkillsUSA programs are robust, with a committed group of staff and community volunteers who work to help our Falcons succeed. Congratulations to all of our Falcon contest participants. We are so very proud... READ MORE >

The Royal HS Advanced Floral Design class launched a new program 'Falcon Flowers' this week and it was a hit! With the challenges associated with virtual teaching/learning in the 2020 Fall School year, the class decided to put their previous years' Floriculture skills to the test. Subscribers can order monthly or for the remainder 8 months of the school year.... READ MORE >

Good evening Falcons,Over the past several weeks, we have shared numerous messages with our community about Bond 2020. As early voting winds down, we wanted to provide a few more resources to allow Royal voters to research the bond propositions and to vote for the ones that they feel best meet the needs to Royal students and their families. Social media is... READ MORE >

Today's fact focuses on the unique STEM opportunities available at Royal ISD and the bramd new Falcon MVP program! Each month, STEM will recognize students who exhibit one or more of our Falcon Values. Our Falcon Values are: I am a learner. I am coachable. I am committed. I do my best. I care. I finish. Congratulations to our October winners (the second grade... READ MORE >

Royal High School is to excited to announce that the Royal High School Marine ROTC was selected to perform the posting of the colors as Cloudbreak Communities commences its Light Rail Lofts redevelopment. The project is designed to help meet the much-needed support and care that our at-risk veterans deserve.Cloudbreak Communities is engaged in the development of... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Fall is here, at least for a little while. For the final week of early voting, the Daily Bond Fact at Five will focus on all the great things happening in Royal. Yesterday, we posted the fact at 2pm to change things up a bit. It featured Chase Jacob and discussed why he teaches at Royal. Today's spotlight is on the Royal 2019-2020 athletes.... READ MORE >

Why I teach at Royal High School, by Chase Jacob I have a strong interest in education, which developed shortly after graduating Texas A&M University in 2006. (WHOOP!) After working in the animal feed industry for three short years, I immediately discovered a passion for teaching. Having been married to an agriculture education teacher, and many close friends... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! We have a busy week ahead! Please see below for events, announcements, recaps, and future events. Have a wonderful week! Your partner in learning, Royal ISD Opportunities, Announcements, and Recaps RHS Jazzettes Score a Division I Superior Rating Thank you to the Brookshire Masonic Lodge for their generous school supply... READ MORE >

Superintendent Rick Kershner visits just one of the growing areas within Royal ISD, Freeman Ranch on FM529 near FM 2855. READ MORE >

The West I-10 Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has issued a resolution in support of the Royal ISD 2020 Bond Election. Royal ISD thanks the West I-10 Chamber of Commerce for its continued support of all Royal ISD students. RESOLUTION BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE WEST I-10 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN SUPPORT OF THE ROYAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT’S 2020 BOND... READ MORE >

Time is running out, Falcons! Early voting ends one week from today. As an American, your vote is your voice, and your voice MATTERS. Vote today and make your voice heard during this historic election year. Growth is coming to Royal. The district is holding a bond election that will impact our district both now and in years to come. Please visit www.royalisdbond... READ MORE >

The Royal High School Jazzettes recently competed in the American Dance/Drill Team Virtual Halftime Showcase. The competition included over 100 Texas teams. Each school was given a division rating and the Jazzettes earned the highest rating, a Division 1 Superior, for our halftime prop routine. To earn a Division 1 rating, each judge must give the team a score of... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Effective Monday, October 26, 2020, Royal ISD will condense its curbside lunch and breakfast service to Royal High School and Royal Elementary School (2-5). Curbside meals will still be available Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 10:00am.This change will allow RISD to more efficiently serve our Falcon remote learners. Please email... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! The Royal ISD Nutrition Services team recently spoke about their needs and areas of concern, with a focus on the food services facilities at Royal STEM Academy. The video features Royal Nutrition Services Director Josh Wojciechowski and STEM Food Services Manager Yolanda Razo. Remember, your vote is your voice! Your partner in learning, Royal... READ MORE >

Ticket Sale Times (while supplies last): Wednesday 10/21, 8am-4pm @ Royal High SchoolThursday 10/22, 8am-4pm @ Royal High SchoolFriday 10/23, 8am-12pm @ Royal High SchoolTickets are $6 each and are available via presale ONLY.Click here to view the entire Fall 2020 Falcon Football Schedule. Visit Royal’s updated Falcon Athletics Schedules so you can cheer on all of... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! STEM Principal Phylicia Glover and Teacher Ana Lopez recently spoke about the needs and areas of concern at Royal STEM Academy, including a roof replacement, HVAC repairs, and a library renovation. How do YOU envision Royal ISD? Have you voted? Early voting ends October 30, and Election Day is November 3. To learn more about Royal ISD Bond... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! We have a busy week ahead! Please see below for events, announcements, recaps, and future events. Have a wonderful week! Your partner in learning, Royal ISD Voting, Royal ISD Bond 2020 We are committed to full transparency regarding Bond 2020! Please reach out to us with your questions about the bond election, to request official... READ MORE >

Jose Perez, RHS Social Studies Department Chair and Head Boys Soccer Coach, was born in Guatemala and moved to the United States in 1999. He became a United States citizen in 2019, and he voted for the first time in on October 17. He shared the story of his first voting experience to encourage others to vote and fulfill their civic duty. Thank you for sharing... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Interested in learning more about Royal ISD's 2020 bond proposal? Reading conflicting information about the bond on social media? Join Royal ISD leaders and the district financial advisor TONIGHT at 6:30pm for our next Community Bond Forum. The forums provide community members with the opportunity to learn facts about the bond and to ask... READ MORE >

The RHS Advanced Floral Design Class is launching Falcon Flowers Design of the Month Club. Click here to view the program flyer. Order a handmade Fresh Floral Design by a student enrolled in Advanced Floral Design. Subscribers have two choices: Monthly orders (October - May): $25 per month 8-month subscription: $200 To join, please submit your order... READ MORE >

Good morning, Falcons! Early voting kicks off today! Your vote is your voice. Avoid the lines and participate in early voting (October 13 - 30). Election day is Tuesday, November 3. Have questions about Royal ISD Bond 2020? We are committed to transparency. Email your questions to Superintendent Rick Kershner (rkershner@royal-isd.net) and Christi Ginn... READ MORE >

10.15.2020 RISD COMMUNITY FORUM: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone conference... READ MORE >

More upcoming events for the week of October 12 - 16! Visit the links below for complete details. Regular School Board Meeting: Monday 10/12 at 6:30pm via Zoom. We hope to "see" you at 6:30 this evening! 2020 Homecoming Game Ticket Sales: Tuesday 10/13 - 10/15, 8am - 4pm AND 10/16, 8am-12pm @ the Royal High School front office.Click here for additional events... READ MORE >

10.12.2020 RISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Quote of the Week Life is a series of thousands of tiny miracles. Notice them. Events and Announcements (Click the links for more info) Monday - Friday - HOCO Dress-Up Days. Tuesday 10/13 RHS/RJH Volleyball @Navasota, 5pm.Early voting begins! YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE! Wednesday 10/14 PSAT Testing @RHSCross Country Meet @Royal, 8:30 Thursday 10/15... READ MORE >

Interested in learning more about Royal ISD's 2020 bond proposal? Reading conflicting information about the bond on social media? We want to make sure that all RISD community members are armed with the facts during early voting (10/13-10/30) and on election day (11/3).Join Royal ISD leaders and the district financial advisor at 6:30pm on October 15 for our next... READ MORE >

Homecoming is the week of Oct. 12th through the 16th. We play the LaMarque Cougars and the theme this year is Royal Ranch… boots...hats...buckles. CLICK HERE for the HOCO 2020 flyer. The DRESS UP DAYS for the week are as follows: MONDAY- Nerd Day TUESDAY- Alphabet Day… First letter of your first name - dress up as something that starts with... READ MORE >

Get your tickets today to watch the Royal Falcons battle the Sealy Tigers on Friday 10/9..PLEASE NOTE: We have limited seating capacity for this game, so purchase your tickets EARLY. All ticket sales will be presale only. There will be no tickets available for purchase at the gate. Anyone wishing to attend the game will need to purchase tickets from the high... READ MORE >

With the challenges associated with the COVID pandemic, the Waller County Fair operated and conducted its business on a modified schedule. Over 350 4-H and FFA students from the Waller, Hempstead, and Royal communities competed for prizes, awards, and the chance to sell in the Jr. Livestock Auction. Livestock were exhibited, and placed for sale order at the... READ MORE >

10.8.2020 RISD COMMUNITY FORUM: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone conference... READ MORE >

Good Morning, I hope you all had a great weekend and had a chance to enjoy some of the wonderful fall weather we have been blessed with the past week. HAPPY WORLD TEACHERS DAY! I can’t think of a more noble profession! Know that I appreciate how much you do and know that you do much more than many will ever know so for that THANK YOU! During these most... READ MORE >

Way to go, Falcons! Recaps from MaxPreps: Recap 1 | Recap 2 READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Royal ISD is excited to announce two upcoming Zoom Community Bond Forums. The forums will include an informational presentation about the 2020 Bond Election, an opportunity for community members to speak, and a question and answer portion. To learn more about Royal ISD Bond 2020, please visit www.royalisdbond.net. PLEASE NOTE: Each meeting is... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon families! As always, Royal ISD is committed to student and staff safety, resulting in the need to add additional routes and modify some existing routes. We will continue to practice social distancing and bus safety, and the new routes will allow us to have fewer students on each route. PLEASE NOTE: The changes will be effective Monday morning,... READ MORE >

Ticket Sales: Tuesday 9/29/2020 to Thursday 10/1/2020,10am - 4pm daily at Royal High School (while supplies last!) Attention Falcon Nation, The Royal Falcon football home opener will be Friday, October 2 at 7:30pm. Get your tickets today to watch the Royal Falcons battle the Austin Northeast Raiders! Game tickets will be go on sale on Tuesday, September... READ MORE >

We are happy to report that all Royal ISD students are eligible for free breakfast and lunch EVERYDAY from 10/1/2020 until 12/31/2020 or until program funding is exhausted, whichever comes first. The requirements are simple. Breakfast is automatically free, with no forms required. To receive free lunches, simply CLICK HERE to complete the required forms. Please... READ MORE >

Please visit each of the links below to access documents related to the November 3, 2020 Royal ISD Bond Election. Royal ISD - Notice of Election (English and Spanish) Royal ISD - Propositions (English and Spanish) Royal ISD - Sample Ballot (English and Spanish) Royal ISD - Election Order (English and Spanish) READ MORE >

Greetings Falcons, Royal ISD has been actively monitoring the development of Tropical Storm Beta, and we must unfortunately close all district facilities and cancel all scheduled extracurricular activities on Wednesday 9/23/2020. Weather experts are unsure of how much rain will occur in our area, and we are acting out of an abundance of caution to ensure the... READ MORE >

Your vote is your voice! Visit WWW.VOTETEXAS.GOV to register today. Today, September 22, 2020, Americans will celebrate National Voter Registration Day with a massive cross-country effort to register voters well in advance of Election Day this November.With a historic presidential election approaching, every eligible American voter should exercise his or her... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon family! We are so excited to welcome back our face-to-face students in grades 2-12 on Thursday, September 24. As you prepare for your students' return to campus, please click here to access important information that will ensure a smooth first day. Please make note of the new days and times for curbside meal pickup and the revised WiFi bus... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Please note the following changes to the current RISD curbside meal distribution schedule for students who chose remote learning. The changes will be effective on Wednesday, September 23, 2020. Flyers were placed in each curbside meal on Monday 9/21/2020.Times: 8-10AM daily (effective Wednesday, 9/23/2020) Locations: Royal Elementary... READ MORE >

Royal team members Rick Kershner, Leticia Guzman, and Christi Ginn visited with Eyes on Me Executive Director Denis Turnipseed and The Hangar Unity Center Missions Coordinator Ryan Orbin to discuss The Hangar's contributions to the Royal ISD community. On August 21, 2020, Hangar volunteers distributed backpacks and school supplies during their regular Friday food... READ MORE >

Varsity Football Visitor’s Ticket Purchasing InformationRoyal High School at Boling High SchoolFriday, September 25, 2020 at 7:30 PMClick here to view the event flyer. Ticket Distribution: All tickets will be sold through www.schooleventtickets.com. The link will go live for General Admission at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, September 22, 2020. Visitor’s Link:... READ MORE >

9.14.2020 RISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Your vote is your voice! Visit www.votetexas.gov today to register, find your polling place, and more! READ MORE >

Pssst... guess what? RJH students, you have the opportunity to audition for RJH's award-winning UIL One Act Play cast. Date: Friday, September 18 Time: 3pm Details: Mask required, temperatures will be taken Email our theater director, Ms. BeAll, at bbeall@royal-isd.net for more information, including monologues for your audition and any specific... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon family! If you have a child who is in a Bilingual or ESL classroom, join us to learn strategies that can be implemented at home to help with online learning. Click here to view the program flyer. Sessions will be conducted via Zoom. The sessions will cover topics such as how to help your child with remote learning, the technology needed for... READ MORE >

Congratulations, officers! It's going to be an amazing year! READ MORE >

“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever” (Psalm 73:26) David Smith, age 44, passed away unexpectedly on 8/22/2020 from injuries sustained in a car accident. His loss was completely unexpected and the family is shocked and deeply saddened. David was born to Deloise and Thurman Smith. David was an alumnus of... READ MORE >

Greetings, Royal ISD Grab & Go is back! The next distribution will occur on Wednesday, September 2. Breakfast will be provided to all students at no fee. Please click here for information on student meal accounts and to apply for free/reduced meals. Please see below for complete details. Wednesday, September 2, 2020 Curbside grab and go will provide... READ MORE >

We are heartbroken to share that David Smith, a Royal Junior High School (RJHS) Social Studies teacher, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020, leaving an amazing legacy in the Royal community. Mr. Smith served Royal ISD for over 10 years – 8 years at RJHS as a social studies teacher and as a Royal substitute teacher prior to that. Mr. Smith. He was beloved by... READ MORE >

Greetings Falcons, I hope you’re having a great day. Royal ISD has been actively monitoring the development of Hurricane Laura. All district facilities will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday; however, RISD staff will be working remotely on those days. All scheduled extracurricular activities are cancelled for Wednesday and Thursday. Since Laura is a fast-moving... READ MORE >

Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone conference or video conference. As such, the open forum meeting has changed to comply with the... READ MORE >

Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone conference or video conference. As such, the open forum meeting has changed to comply with the... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon Junior High and High School students and families! Please visit the Skyward portal to access your students’ 2020-2021 class schedules through your parent and student accounts. Please email falconstrong@royal-isd.net for log-in assistance. Have a great evening! READ MORE >

Hurricane season is here! In true 2020 fashion, not one but two tropical storms are heading in our direction. As you monitor the storms, remember to PREPARE, but don't panic. The following links contain hurricane preparedness guides, alert notification services, evacuation maps, resources for children, COVID-19 guidance for storm shelters, and more. ... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Please note that the school hours for each campus have been changed to the following: Royal High School/ECHS Monday – Thursday, 7:35am to 3:35pm Friday, 7:35am to 2:35pm Royal Junior High Monday – Thursday, 7:35am to 3:35pm Friday, 7:35am to 2:35pm STEM Monday – Thursday, 7:35am to 3:35pm Friday, 7:35am to... READ MORE >

Did you know that Royal ISD has a group of dedicated community members working to enhance student opportunities for our Falcon learners? The Royal ISD Education Foundation is a community-based nonprofit organization comprised of Royal ISD graduates, parents of current Royal ISD students, and community members committed to providing resources to enrich, expand, and... READ MORE >

Greetings,Please see below for a few Royal ISD food services updates:The last "Be A Champion" summer meal distribution will occur on Monday, August 24 from 9:30am - 12:30pm at Royal Elementary School. Click here for details. Please click here for information about Food Services during the 2020-2021 school year. as well as information about student lunch accounts,... READ MORE >

Greetings!Please visit The Hangar Unity Center on Friday, August 21 if your Falcon is in need of supplies for the coming school year. Where? The Hangar Unity Center, 4010 4th St., Brookshire, TX 77423 When? Friday, August 21, 2020, 10:00am – 12:00pm Royal ISD extends a huge THANK YOU to Shop the Shire Farmer’s and Artisan’s Market for collecting school... READ MORE >

Good evening, Falcon family! Royal ISD is proud to announce that Melissa Baker will be serving as the district's Director of Early College High School and College Readiness. Ms. Baker is beginning her 7th year with Royal ISD. She has served in multiple roles throughout her time at Royal, including district-level Instructional Specialist, Textbook Coordinator,... READ MORE >

The Royal ISD Board of Trustees has called for a bond election in the amount of $37,302,581 to be held on November 3, 2020. Please monitor the district website at www.royal-isd.net for information about informational sessions on the bond. Important dates to remember: Voter Registration Deadline Monday, October 5, 2020 ... READ MORE >

Following are the candidates for the November 2020 Royal ISD School Board election. Please note that the order of candidates may differ on the ballot. The order will be determined by drawing on August 25, 2020. Click here for details.Position #5 Melissa Woods Adrian Rocha Emily Hillsman Position #6 Brittany Penrice Elton Foster Position #7 ... READ MORE >

Notice is hereby given of a drawing to determine the order in which the names of candidates are to be printed on the ballot for the election to be held on November 3, 2020 in Royal ISD, Texas. The drawing will be held at 9:00a.m. on August 25, 2020 at Royal ISD Administration Building, 3714 FM 359, Pattison, Texas.This notice is available at https://5il.co/jual. READ MORE >

8.20.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Good afternoon, Falcons! We are excited to provide additional information on the upcoming school year. Please CLICK HERE to view additional information, including frequently asked questions and more! Please note that we are continuing to monitor local, state, and national guidance and will make updates to this document as applicable. Thank you for your patience... READ MORE >

Dear Royal ISD parents and guardians, You’re invited to be part of something amazing! We are looking for parents or guardians to help us by serving on campus or district committees! The time requirements are minimal and the potential impacts for our Falcon learners are huge! To meet this goal, we are pleased to announce that we are recruiting... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Our 2020-2021 Cheer Captains are excited to announce updates on the upcoming school year. Watch the following video for important information about the 2020-2021 school year! Academics All Falcons will start remote classes on Wednesday, August 26. Royal Elementary Pre-K, Kindergarten, and first grade will begin in-person classes on... READ MORE >

The coronavirus pandemic continues to impact organizations across the globe. This hardship gives cybercriminals the perfect bait: a promise of financial relief. Currently, cybercriminals are impersonating the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) with a very convincing phishing email. While this specific scam targets organizations in the US, this tactic... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Rick Kershner was officially offered the role of Royal ISD Superintendent on Monday, August 10, 2020. Read on to learn more about Mr. Kershner. Please tell us about your family. I have three adult children and five grandsons. What are your favorite hobbies or pastimes? My favorite pastime is spending time with family and working... READ MORE >

8.13.2020 RISD BUDGET WORKSHOP: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone conference... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Please see below for important information regarding the upcoming school year. Chromebooks All students will have a Chromebook checked out to them. Please review the information below for your child’s campus. New Royal ISD Students Your child's campus will reach out regarding Chromebook distribution. Royal High School... READ MORE >

8.10.2020 RISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCINGNotice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

8.10.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! The 2020 Royal ISD Board of Trustees Election will take place on November 3, 2020 for the following positions: Position #5 currently held by Emily HillsmanPosition #6 currently held by Elton FosterPosition #7 currently held by Rose JonesComplete election information is available on the RISD website under the Elections section and at... READ MORE >

Royal ISD is pleased to provide our district families with a new voluntary accident insurance policy option. Policies are available for purchase by households of students enrolled at Royal ISD (one policy per child). It includes options for school time accident or 24-hour accident coverage (excluding Interscholastic Football and Interscholastic Sports injuriesThe... READ MORE >

Greetings!The Katy Area YMCAs are distributing school supplies and would like to encourage any families in Royal ISD that are in need of support for the upcoming school year to come out to pick up backpacks and schools supplies. The YMCA Operation Backpack program is here to ensure that every child in Royal ISD has access to supplies to be successful. If your... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Please review the following information regarding the 2020-2021 RISD athletic seasons. Due to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases in our area, Royal ISD has amended our athletic schedules for this fall. All practices for Royal ISD Athletics will begin on September 8th. This will include football, volleyball and cross country. All games and... READ MORE >

Good evening, Reminder! Please submit the learning option for each child in your family before the deadline of midnight today, August 2. Please review the Start Strong, Stay Strong (Spanish) plan to learn more about our plans for safely starting the 2020-2021 school year.Please CLICK HERE to select the return to school option that will best serve your child.... READ MORE >

Good evening, Reminder! Please submit the learning option for each child in your family before the deadline of midnight on Sunday, August 2. Please review the Start Strong, Stay Strong plan (Spanish) to learn more about our plans for safely starting the 2020-2021 school year. Please CLICK HERE to select the return to school option that will best serve your child.... READ MORE >

Good evening, Falcons! Royal ISD is excited to share our "Start Strong, Stay Strong" plan for reopening our schools. To allow more time to make this important decision, the deadline to submit your student's learning option has been extended to Sunday, August 2, 2020. There are two options for entering your selection: SurveySkyward Parent Portal – Send... READ MORE >

The application for the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) will be open until August 21, 2020. Visit https://yourtexasbenefits.com/Learn/PEBT to apply. P-EBT provides eligible families with a one-time payment for each child who previously received free or reduced-price meals. P-EBT works the same way Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program... READ MORE >

Please visit "Shop the Shire Farmer’s & Artisan's Market" on August 1, 2020 to donate school supplies for Royal ISD students. No matter which learning option each student selects, all will need supplies. Click here to view the event flyer. Click here to visit the "Shop the Shire Farmer’s & Artisan's Market" Facebook page. Donations can be dropped off on... READ MORE >

Royal ISD is strongly committed to ensuring student, staff, and community safety. Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases, school will start on Wednesday, August 26, 2020. Royal ISD has put into place remote learning for the first four weeks of the 2020-2021 school year (see schedule below). Please note: Only Royal Elementary (PK-1) will resume face-to-face... READ MORE >

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have already completed the “Royal ISD 2020-2021 School Commitment Form” in the Skyward Parent Portal, please do not complete the survey. The survey should only be completed by parents/guardians who have not yet completed the “Royal ISD 2020-2021 School Commitment Form”. Royal ISD parents/guardians and students will be able to choose between... READ MORE >

7.27.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Getting back into the school routine can be difficult for children. Help prepare your child for the upcoming school year with this helpful "Back to School Mental Wellness Checklist". https://www.yourmomcares.org/back-to-school For additional resources, please visit: https://www.jedfoundation.org/ and https://www.yourmomcares.org/ READ MORE >

Please join us as we celebrate the RoyalClass of 2020! Visit the following link at 7:30pm to watch the Class of 2020 slide show. The ceremony will start at 8:00pm. https://www.facebook.com/royal.isd.3/posts/2728101640802896The program is available at https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/815410/Class_of_2020_Graduation_Program.pdf READ MORE >

Wharton County Junior College (WCJC) and Workforce Solutions have partnered to offer online Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) classes in fall 2020. Click here to view the program flyer. If you are interested in taking an online English as a Second Language (ESL) and/or a High School Equivalency (HSE)/GED course, please complete the "AEL Orientation Interest Form"... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! In the last few days, Texas school districts received new guidance from UIL and TEA regarding the 2020-2021 school year. The leadership team at Royal ISD is evaluating this information to determine how to open our campuses safely. Due to the new guidance, we are extending the deadline to submit your student’s Learning Options to Friday, July... READ MORE >

7.20.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Royal ISD is strongly committed to ensuring student, staff, and community safety. As you know, COVID-19 cases have risen dramatically in recent weeks. As a result, Royal ISD has put into place remote learning for the first three weeks of the 2020-2021 school year (see schedule below). Please note: Only Royal Elementary (PK-1) will resume face-to-face learning in... READ MORE >

Royal ISD is pleased to announce Richard Kershner as the lone finalist in the district’s superintendent search. State law requires a 21-day waiting period before Mr. Kershner can officially take on the role. Mr. Kershner currently serves as the Assistant Superintendent of Leadership and Culture in Splendora ISD. He began his career as a teacher in Sealy ISD.... READ MORE >

We have received an overwhelming response to our campaign to make sure that all families are able to access the Skyward Parent/Family portal. Thank you! Due to COVID-19, it is vital that we have a current email address and up-to-date information for each family. This will allow us to communicate all updates to our Royal families. The family portal enables parents... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! We understand that our parents need additional information prior to making a decision about the coming school year. As a result, we are extending the deadline to submit your student’s learning options to Friday, July 24, 2020. Please continue to monitor the Royal ISD website for additional details on our Roadmap to 2020-2021. We place the... READ MORE >

Royal ISD is excited to announce the return of our annual summer training sessions. We will resume summer workouts on Wednesday, July 15, 2020. Schedule: Boys: 8:30am at Field House, Grades 7-12 Girls: 10:30am at the High School, Grades 7-12 Cross Country: 7am outsideUIL has established guidelines to keep our athletes and staff safe from COVID-19. RISD... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon families! Please see below for important updates related to the 2020-2021 school year.School Supplies Please visit the following link for the 2020-2021 campus school supply lists: 2020-2021 School Supply Lists. We are providing the lists at this time for families who would like to begin shopping. Please note that these lists are up to date as of... READ MORE >

Good evening! This evening, an email was sent to each parent who has an email address in the Skyward Parent Portal. If you received the email, please follow the instructions to reset your password and complete your student's 2020-2021 registration. If you did NOT receive this email, please let us know by sending an email to falconstrong@royal-isd.net. ... READ MORE >

The application for P-EBT will be open until July 31, 2020. Visit https://yourtexasbenefits.com/Learn/PEBT to apply. The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) provides eligible families with a one-time payment for each child who previously received free or reduced-price meals. P-EBT works the same way Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)... READ MORE >

Falcon Athletes, Previously, Royal ISD announced that summer training sessions would resume on Monday, 7/13/2020. Due to the rise in COVID-19 in the greater Houston area and beyond, training sessions will not resume at this time. Please continue to monitor the district website as well as the Athletics Google Classroom for additional updates. Thank you, Royal... READ MORE >

Falcons, Please continue to practice CDC guidelines for preventing the spread of COVID-19. The following resources contain up-to-date information and guidance from Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS): Contact Tracing (Video) - Learn how contact tracing can help make a difference in our fight against COVID-19. DSHS Facebook - Access the latest... READ MORE >

Good morning, Falcons! We are extending the deadline to select your student’s Learning Option (CLICK HERE to view links to the student registration portal and more! ). The new deadline is Friday, July 17. This extension will allow Royal ISD to provide additional information and will allow parents and guardians sufficient time to make the best choice for their... READ MORE >

7.13.2020 RISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

7.13.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Royal ISD is excited to welcome students back to school on August 12. Royal ISD parents/guardians and students will be able to choose between two learning options for the 2020-2021 school year: traditional in-person learning on campus or at-home learning. The at-home option is being provided for our families who have health and safety... READ MORE >

Need meals for your students? Falcon Drive Thru is open at Royal Elementary and still has a large supply of meals available for pick up. Please visit before 12:30pm today! READ MORE >

Hello Falcons, UIL is recommending that school districts cancel athletic training sessions and all group practices and rehearsals until July 12, 2020. Out of an abundance of caution, Royal ISD will not be holding athletic training sessions from July 6 through July 12. Sessions will resume on Monday, July 13. As always, we will provide additional updates as they... READ MORE >

Good morning, Falcons!Governor Abbott has released an Executive Order requiring all Texans to wear a face covering over the nose and mouth in public spaces in counties with 20 or more positive COVID-19 cases, with few exceptions. For more information, view the official press release, the Executive Order, and the Proclamation. Follow Waller County Judge Trey Duhon... READ MORE >

The following ads will be featured on the Royal ISD billboard* from Monday, June 29, 2020 at 12:00 AM and ending Sunday, July 26, 2020 11:59 PM. *The billboard is on I-10 at 359, across the freeway from Brookshire Hyundai/Genesis. The best way to view the ads is to park near Sierra Classic Custom Homes (380 Solomon Ln, Brookshire, TX 77423). Royal ISD has three ad... READ MORE >

7.9.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

7.7.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

7.8.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Querida comunidad Falcon, Quería comunicarme con ustedes para informarles que todavía estamos trabajando diligentemente para prepararnos y planificar el año escolar 2020-2021. La Agencia de Educación de Texas (TEA) todavía está desarrollando orientación sobre cómo se estructurará la instrucción en el otoño. TEA se comprometió a proporcionar fondos para permitir... READ MORE >

Dear Falcon Community, I wanted to reach out to let you know that we are still working diligently to prepare and plan for the 2020-2021 school year. Texas Education Agency (TEA) is still developing guidance on how instruction will be structured in the fall. TEA committed to provide funding to allow school districts to provide online synchronous (real-time... READ MORE >

School and law-enforcement officials are investigating a vandalism incident that occurred on June 22, 2020. A group of unidentified people entered the field from Royal Road, causing significant damage to the Royal High School football stadium by riding motorcycles on the field. The taxpayers of the community have made a sustained financial commitment for the... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon community! Please note that Royal ISD will be closed from Monday, June 29 through Friday, July 3. The Falcon Drive-Thru Meal Distribution will be closed on those days as well. Thank you! READ MORE >

Parents and Staff, Royal ISD has been notified that a student who attended the Cross-Country Conditioning session on Monday, June 22 has had direct exposure to an individual who recently tested positive for COVID-19. The Royal ISD student was not displaying any symptoms of the virus. Based on the information that we have gathered, it has been determined that... READ MORE >

6.25.2020 RISD BUDGET WORKSHOP BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons: This letter is intended for families with: Children who received SNAP food benefits for March 2020Children who are certified for free or reduced-price school meals during the 2019-20 Texas school year Children who attend a school that offers free meals to all students (Community Eligibility Provision or Provision 2) If you do not... READ MORE >

Royal ISD is honoring the Senior Class of 2020 by featuring their senior cap and gown pictures on the district billboard. The billboard is on I-10 at 359, across the freeway from Brookshire Hyundai/Genesis. The best way to view the ads is to park near Sierra Classic Custom Homes (380 Solomon Ln, Brookshire, TX 77423). Royal ISD has three ad slots in the billboard's... READ MORE >

Happy Father's Day to all of our wonderful Falcon dads!F-fantasticA-awesome T-terrificH-honorableE-excellent R-remarkable READ MORE >

6.22.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

6.23.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

Please join Royal High School for a blood drive on Friday, June 26. COVID-19 has caused a decrease in donations, resulting in a huge shortage in the Houston/Gulf Coast region.Hours: 10:00am to 6:00pm. Location: Brookshire Volunteer Fire Department, 511 Velasco St, Brookshire, TX 77423Online signup: www.commitforlife.org (Enter sponsor code RHS2)Free COVID-19... READ MORE >

Please visit the following links to learn about virtual and in-person Juneteenth celebration events. How to celebrate Juneteenth in Houston, Galveston and other nearby cities Juneteenth: 10 virtual and in-person events happening across the Houston area Buffalo Soldiers Museum - Free admission 6/19/20 and 6/20/20 NAACP Juneteenth Black Family Reunion:... READ MORE >

The June 2 KPRC spotlight on Royal ISD is now on the district's YouTube channel! Thanks again to Houston Life, and Go Public Gulf Coast! READ MORE >

Dear Royal ISD community, The last few weeks our hearts have been saddened as we have watched the tragic events unfold before our eyes. We should not be addressing events such as the tragic death of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Rayshard Brooks, and Ahmaud Arbery in 2020 or at any other time in history. It is heartbreaking and gut-wrenching to see these unjust... READ MORE >

Our Falcon athletes are hard at work getting ready for the fall while practicing social distancing safety guidelines! The sweat. The time. The devotion. IT PAYS OFF. READ MORE >

Royal ISD is honoring the Senior Class of 2020 by featuring their senior cap and gown pictures on the district billboard. The billboard is on I-10 at 359, across the freeway from Brookshire Hyundai/Genesis. The best way to view the ads is to park near Sierra Classic Custom Homes (380 Solomon Ln, Brookshire, TX 77423). Royal ISD has three ad slots in the billboard's... READ MORE >

6.16.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

6.15.2020 RISD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF TELEPHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCING Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone... READ MORE >

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Estimada comunidad de Halcones: Espero que al inicio de la vacaciones de verano, usted y su familia estén seguros y saludables. El año escolar 2019-2020 terminó de una manera muy diferente a lo que podríamos haber anticipado. Estamos trabajando arduamente para determinar cómo continuar cumpliendo nuestra misión educativa durante el año escolar 2020-2021, incluso... READ MORE >

Dear Falcon Community: As we begin the summer months, I hope that you and your family are safe and healthy. The 2019-2020 school year ended much differently than we could have anticipated. We are working hard to determine how to continue to fulfill our educational mission during the 2020-2021 school year, even in the face of continued uncertainty and challenges.... READ MORE >

Don't forget to order your 2019-2020 yearbook! To purchase in person, go to Royal High School to pay with check or cash. The cost is $60.00 for in-person orders. To purchase online for $62.25, visit https://bit.ly/19-20FalconMemories. The Royal Class of 2020 is eligible to receive a 50% discount. To receive the discount, seniors must pay with check or cash... READ MORE >

Congratulations to all of the Royal "UIL at Home Virtual Experience" participants for their success at the state level! READ MORE >

Looking Back: 2019-2020 Spotlight on Falcon Cosmetology! The Falcons featured in this video completed the 1000 practice hours required to receive their cosmetology license. Congratulations! READ MORE >

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Royal High School Athletic Trainer, Mrs. Albright, is looking for hard-working students willing to learn more about the field of sports medicine! The role of student athletic trainer is to assist the athletic trainer in the injury prevention and management of student athletes. Please contact Mrs. Albright via email at fdostal@royal-isd.net if you are... READ MORE >

Royal ISD is continuing its partnership with the “Be A Champion” organization to provide meals to our Falcons! PLEASE NOTE: Meals will be distributed on Mondays and Thursdays ONLY (while supplies last). If your child(ren) is not present, please bring one of the following forms of ID for each child: Letter from school proving enrollmentReport cardSchool ID or buss... READ MORE >

Royal ISD is honoring the Senior Class of 2020 by featuring their senior cap and gown pictures on the district billboard. The billboard is on I-10 at 359, across the freeway from Brookshire Hyundai/Genesis. The best way to view the ads is to park near Sierra Classic Custom Homes (380 Solomon Ln, Brookshire, TX 77423). Royal ISD has three ad slots in the billboard's... READ MORE >

In the coming days, we will be spotlighting various student groups and events. Please check back at the following days and times to look back at the 2019-2020 school year. Enjoy! Monday, 6/8 5:00 pm Basketball Monday, 6/8 5:30 pm Softball Monday, 6/8 6:00 pm ... READ MORE >

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Summer 2020 Athletics Training Program and Guidelines Royal ISD is excited to announce the return of our annual summer training sessions. Texas UIL has given school districts permission to begin Summer 2020 workouts on Monday, June 8, 2020. Week 1, Monday 6/8 – Thursday 6/11 Week one will consist of conditioning and will not be sport specific. · Boys:... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! RISD recently sent a message to you regarding the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer, or P-EBT. The application period opened on June 1. P-EBT is for children who received SNAP food benefits for March 2020 and for children who are certified for free or reduced-price school meals during the 2019-20 Texas school year. You could receive up to... READ MORE >

Athletic forms for the 2020-2021 school year are available for parents and student athletes to fill out at the link below. These forms are required by the UIL before students are allowed to participate in athletics. Please contact Athletic Trainer, Mrs. Francesca Albright if you have any questions or concerns.... READ MORE >

Dr. Guzmán assumed the role of Royal ISD Acting Superintendent in late March 2020. She took the helm at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and has handled this difficult situation with empathy, grace, and calm. She is a native Texan who grew up in a home where the primary language was Spanish, which instilled in her a love and need for being bilingual. It was... READ MORE >

Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone conference or video conference. As such, the open forum meeting has changed to comply with the... READ MORE >

Notice to the Public of Telephone or Video Conferencing: Pursuant to Governor Abbott's Temporary Modification of Open Meetings Laws issued March 16, 2020 to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings, this meeting may be conducted via telephone conference or video conference. As such, the open forum meeting has changed to comply with the... READ MORE >

Royal FFA Officer Applications for the 2020-21 school year will be passed out very soon. If you are interested in receiving an application, please let Mrs. Jacob know by Friday, June 5th. You can contact her via email @ cjacob@royal-isd.net or cell phone 512-629-5599. Your name will be put on the list to receive an application and further details. Discovery... READ MORE >

Don't forget to tune in to watch the KPRC Houston Life spotlight on Royal ISD today at 1:00PM. Visit https://bit.ly/gofalcons_gopub... to watch! You can also visit Houston Life's social media pages to watch. Houston Life will share spotlights on other local school districts each day this week: Mon 6/1: Cy-Fair ISD - Click here to view the 6/1 segment.Tues 6/2:... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Today was the first day of our Falcon summer meal distribution. Royal greatly appreciates the “Be A Champion” organization partnership, which provides meals to our students each Monday and Thursday from 9:30am to 12:30pm. Unfortunately, we did not have enough meals to distribute today, but we are working with our partner to make more meals... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! Great news! The Pandemic EBT program application is now open. Please continue reading for complete details. Thank you! ---------------------------------------------------------- This letter is intended for families with: · Children who received SNAP food benefits for March 2020 · Children who are certified for... READ MORE >

Reminder! Royal ISD is continuing its partnership with the “Be A Champion” organization to provide meals to our Falcons! PLEASE NOTE: Meals will be distributed on Mondays and Thursdays ONLY (while supplies last). Program Details (English) Program Details (Spanish) Have a great day! READ MORE >

Greetings Falcon family! Please note these important announcements for the week of June 1! Please note that meal distribution will continue, but will occur on Mondays and Thursdays only! Watch for other upcoming news including community focus groups, additional virtual programs to honor our Falcon athletes, town halls, and more! FALCON DRIVE-THRU MEAL... READ MORE >

Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) is a one-time food benefit for families who lost access to free or reduced-price meals due to school closures. Eligible P-EBT families will receive application instructions from schools in late May. The P-EBT application will open the first week of June. P-EBT food benefits are for children who received SNAP food... READ MORE >

Welcome to the Class of 2020 Virtual Graduation Ceremony! The Graduation Program and ceremony order is available HERE. CLICK HERE to view the entire ceremony video. If you would prefer to view each section separately, please CLICK HERE. Congratulations to the Royal Class of 2020! We can’t wait to see what you accomplish! Love, The Royal... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon community! Please view the videos below for English and Spanish messages from Acting Superintendent Dr. Guzman. Have a great summer! Royal ISD English Message: Spanish Message: READ MORE >

Welcome to the Class of 2020 Scholarships and Recognitions Ceremony! CLICK HERE to view the ceremony video. Visit 2020 Seniors - Celebration Plans (English) and 2020 Seniors - Celebration Plans (Spanish) for a complete schedule of all senior celebration events. Congratulations to the Royal Class of 2020! Although your senior year looks different than those of... READ MORE >

Introducing the 2020-2021 Royal Junior High Cheerleaders! Congratulations! READ MORE >

Dear Royal Parents and Students: Click here for details on important end-of-year events. (en Espanol) The end to our school year is rapidly approaching. The second semester has been wrought with many challenges including navigating COVID-19, working from home, and assisting your child(ren) with online assignments. The final grading period and the end of... READ MORE >

Royal parents and students, the end to our school year is rapidly approaching. Please CLICK HERE (en Espanol) for a complete item pickup schedule. Royal High School pickups are scheduled for Wednesday, May 20. All other campuses are scheduled for Thursday, May 21. Fifth grade parents, please join us for the fifth grade drive-thru celebration on Thursday from 4-5pm.... READ MORE >

Attention Royal Community! We are excited to celebrate the Class of 2020 next week! The awards ceremony (for all grades) will take be shared on Wednesday, May 20 at 7pm. On Thursday, May 21 at 7pm, we will honor our scholarship recipients. On Friday, May 22, Royal will host a virtual graduation complete with faculty and administrator speeches, speeches by class... READ MORE >

2020 Royal FFA Livestock & Horticulture Pledge Drive Check Distribution RISD Communications Project checks were distributed to our FFA students on May 14, 2020. The 2020 Royal FFA Livestock & Horticulture Pledge drive raised a grand total of $156,865.00 through the generosity and unselfish commitment of our chapter’s support network. Thanks again to all who... READ MORE >

Thursday, May 14th will be our Band Awards & Recognition Ceremony. This is the zoom link that you will use in order to tune in and enjoy as we recognize and acknowledge this year's season. Please check your band app as well as the google classroom to stay updated with all activities leading up to our ceremony. Thank you, Mr. Miller Time: May 14, 2020 06:00 PM... READ MORE >

Attention parents and guardians: If you have a child participating in athletics at the junior high or high school, they must submit UIL and emergency contact forms (as well as athletic physical and medical history) prior to participation in any sport. CLICK HERE to access the forms. If you have any questions, please contact Francesca Dostal at (281) 934-6752 or... READ MORE >

Please join us tonight from 6-7 pm to celebrate the Class of 2020. Let's line the streets around the Royal High School campus to show our support and give our seniors a night to remember! We ask that all attendees remain in their vehicles, but cheering, clapping, vehicle decorations, and signs are welcome and encouraged! We can't wait to see you at 6 tonight! READ MORE >

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from Dr. Guzman to all of our teachers and paraprofessionals! Thank you for all you do for our students, parents, and community. We could NOT do this without you.School looks a little different and even feels different right now, but your desire to continue supporting our students and families shows through your dedication and... READ MORE >

Please join us in celebrating our school nurses today and always! Today is National School Nurse Day! Let’s celebrate our #schoolnurses today and every day! School nurses lead the way to support student and community health. Learn more at schoolnurseday.org #SND2020 The 2020 theme is, “School Nurses: Supporting Students in Times of Crisis”. Never has that... READ MORE >

The search is on for the next Royal ISD superintendent! The Royal Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees has employed Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Executive Search Services to assist with our search. The Board has requested that the Royal community be involved in developing a leadership profile for the next RISD superintendent. Please... READ MORE >

Good evening, Falcon community! We hope that you and your families are well. To make sure all students are able to access our Falcon Learning Zones, some changes have been made to the locations. Please click here for complete details.Thank you! Schedule (PDF) Program Flyer (PDF) Week of May 4-8 Learning Zone 1 Learning Zone 2 Learning Zone... READ MORE >

Quarantined at home? It can be a challenge to keep yourself occupied. Watch as RJH Theater students perform the play "10 Ways to Survive Life in a Quarantine". The production is full of handy and sometimes strange solutions, from putting on a musical with your dog, to becoming an announcer for a made-up sport, to falling in love with an inanimate object. This new... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcons! May 4 - 8 is "Teacher Appreciation Week", and we need your help! Our teachers have been working tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 suspension of school services, and we want to show them how much we appreciate them. Please watch your email, the district website, and district social media for additional ways to celebrate our teachers! We are... READ MORE >

Good morning, Falcons! Click here to view the 2020 appreciation messages for Mr. Vargas. To view the messages for the other campuses, please click here Thanks to all who submitted messages, and a huge thank you to Mr. Vargas. READ MORE >

Click here to view a Printable Flyer. Overview Royal ISD is very excited to announce a new program to help our students stay connected! At 9:00 AM on Thursday, April 30th, Royal ISD will offer free Wi-Fi at each of three Falcon Learning Zones. This will allow students to access their remote learning materials and provide them with safe, filtered access to... READ MORE >

Good morning Falcons! We hope you are well and that you weathered last night’s storms safely. The district does not currently have electricity due to the storm. Until power is restored, RISD Technical Support and Falcon Drive Through are suspended. We will send a follow up message with updates when power is restored. Thank you, and stay safe! READ MORE >

Interested in joining the Royal Wave? Royal Wave is the RHS color guard, and applications are being accepted now! Apply by May 10! CLICK HERE to complete your application. The flyer is available HERE. Have questions? Email Band Director Gary Miller at gmiller@royal-isd.net. We look forward to seeing you next year at Royal High School! READ MORE >

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Interested in being an RJH cheerleader? Tryouts start TODAY!!! Send an email to cmorgan@royal-isd.net to get started! Tryout videos are due by Friday, May 8. Click here to view the flyer. READ MORE >

Good evening, Falcons! Starting Monday April 27, students may begin submitting their course selections for the 2020-2021 school year. Please visit www.royal-isd.net and click the “2020-2021 Course Selections” tab to get started! The Selection page includes instructions on entering your choices, counselor contact information, and video sneak peaks for our pathways... READ MORE >

Recognize a special teacher for their commitment and enter them to win fabulous teacher appreciation prizes! Visit TeachersCan.org today through May 3 to nominate a teacher who has made a difference in your life. Each nominee will be entered into a drawing for Teacher Appreciation Week prizes including free groceries for a year from HEB, gift cards, and a... READ MORE >

RISD Family, Following the Executive Order issued by Texas Governor Greg Abbott today on April 17, 2020, Royal ISD schools will continue to operate remotely for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. Distance instruction will continue through the end of the school year according to the adopted RISD school calendar. We will complete the school year providing... READ MORE >

The COVID-19 quarantine has created an entirely new way for theatre, and our RJH theatre students are tackling it head on through the virtual play "10 Ways to Survive Life in a Quarantine". The performance will take place on May 1, 2020. Watch the district website and social media for more details! READ MORE >

Dear Royal ISD community, Good evening, Falcons! We hope that you had a happy, peaceful Easter. Please click here to view a message from the Superintendent’s office regarding distance learning. Stay safe, stay healthy. We will “see” you tomorrow. Sincerely, Royal ISD Estimada comunidad del distrito de Royal, ¡Buenas tardes halcones! Esperamos que... READ MORE >

Interested in becoming a Jazzette? Fill out the Jazzette online application before April 17, 2020 to receive more information about online tryouts. You will receive an email with more details and tryout materials once you submit the online application. Click here to view the flyer. Thanks and good luck! READ MORE >

Good afternoon, Falcons! Is your contact information up-to-date in Skyward, RISD's student data portal? Please take a moment to log onto Skyward to make sure your information is current. We want to make sure every family is receiving district updates. Thank you! READ MORE >

4.3.2020 Update from Judge Duhon A quick update with some good news. If you recall from yesterday's update, we still had a 9th case we were still waiting to hear back from DSHS. That case came back as negative. PLEASE CONTINUE TO FOLLOW ALL ORDERS AND GUIDELINES AND STAY AT HOME IMPORTANT PUBLIC SERVICE MESSAGE We are now going on two weeks or more of social... READ MORE >

Falcon community, As you know, an employee of the RISD food services contractor was recently diagnosed with COVID-19. That employee has not been in RISD facilities since March 25. Any staff member who was within 6 feet of the affected employee has been instructed to quarantine. Concerns have been expressed that members of the new food services team were... READ MORE >

Falcon community, RISD announced today that an employee of the district’s food services vendor tested positive for COVID-19. To keep our students, employees, and community safe, the location of the daily email distribution will change effective immediately. Starting Thursday, April 2, meals will be distributed at the Royal Elementary School (bus entrance). Times... READ MORE >

Royal ISD Community, Royal ISD has been notified that a staff member who works for our Nutrition Services Company has tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member and any employee that had contact with the individual have been instructed to self-quarantine for the next 14 days. Affected areas are currently being deeply sanitized, and the District will be... READ MORE >

Dear RISD Parents and Guardians, Per new guidance from the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA), Royal ISD has changed its Falcon Drive Thru Meals program policy regarding student meal pick up services. The TDA has now changed its policy to allow parents to pick up meals, at the designated times, without students being present. Parents without children... READ MORE >

To our Royal ISD Community, I am writing to share that Royal ISD will continue online learning and remote operations at least through May 4, and all district campuses and facilities will remain closed to the public during this time. While district campuses and facilities are closed at this time, our District is operational and our work continues. Our students and... READ MORE >

Pre-K - 5th Daily agendas are posted in the Pre-Kindergarten, K-2, and 3-5 sections below. Students have the option to complete work after hours as well. High School and Junior High Students should plan to log on daily between 8am and 4pm. Teachers are available 8am - 4pm for assistance, lectures, and research. Students should establish a daily routine... READ MORE >

The staff at Royal ISD extends their deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Meliek (Red) Davis-Moses. Funeral Arrangements: Location: Wake to be held at Singleton Funeral Home, 627 New Orleans Street, Hempstead TX Date and Time: April 1, 2020, 4pm - 7pm Details: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic situation, only ten people will be allowed in the room at a... READ MORE >

Need tech support for your student's Chromebook? Help is on the way! Email or call our support team at 281.934.6900 or it@royal-isd.net. Hours are 9am – 7pm, Monday through Thursday. Requests will be processed on a first come, first served basis. Email requests sent after hours will be addressed the following day. If you contact us at our support phone number,... READ MORE >

Resources and Updates Counseling Services - Resources and counseling services for students who need assistance Food Services – Information on the “Falcon Drive Thru” daily meal distributionCoronavirus – Information on the virus from local, state, and national agenciesFalcons Learn@Home – The RISD portal for distance learning that I announced earlier... READ MORE >

Guess what day it is! The exciting new Falcons Learn at Home program officially kicks off today! Today is also your last chance to pick up a district Chromebook for your Falcon students! Please visit our technology team at Royal High School today, March 30 from 9:30am to 12:30pm. The Chromebooks will be distributed as a drive thru service during the Falcon Drive... READ MORE >

Dear Parents, I am writing with great sadness to inform you that one of our 8th grade students, Meliek Davis-Moses, was in an automobile accident and has died. Our thoughts and sympathies are with his family and friends. As students are not with us at this time, we are notifying you of news of the death today to allow you to make the decision on how best to... READ MORE >

Greetings Falcons! Falcons Learn at Home officially begins tomorrow! Please visit the district website to learn more about our new learning program and about Technical Support for student Chromebooks. Don't forget, we have one more opportunity to pick up a district Chromebook for your students! Visit the rear of the High School on Monday 3/30 between 9:30am and... READ MORE >

We are excited to announce that the new “Falcons Learn@Home” portal is now live and ready for our students! Classes officially start tomorrow, Monday 3/30. It is accessible from the main district site as well as each campus site. Falcons Learn@Home contains sections for each of the following along with online resources organized by subject. Overview and... READ MORE >

Greetings Falcons! Two more days until Falcons Learn at Home official begins! Complete details are available on the district website. Still need to pick up a Chromebook for your student? Visit the rear of Royal High School on Monday, 3/30/2020 from 9:30am - 12:30pm to receive a device. If you are in need of technical support for your child’s Chromebook or for a... READ MORE >

We have exciting news, Falcon community! The new Falcons Learn at Home program officially kicks off on Monday March 30th! Your students will have access to a Google Classroom as well as other resources to keep them learning and growing! Watch your email and the district website for important updates. Thank you for your patience and support! READ MORE >

The Royal Technology Team is committed to keeping our students learning and growing, and has established support procedures and hours. If you are in need of technical support for your child’s Chromebook or for a learning portal issue, please email or call our support team: • Phone: 281.934.6900*• Email: it@royal-isd.net*• Hours: 9am – 7pm, Monday through... READ MORE >

Attention Falcons! Have you picked up your student’s Chromebook? In an effort to ensure that every Royal ISD student has access to a Chromebook device, we will have one more Chromebook distribution. • Where? Behind Royal High School, as a drive thru service along with the daily Falcon Drive Thru meal distribution. • When? Monday, March 30, 9:30am – 12:30 pm • What... READ MORE >

Good evening, Falcons. Thank you for working with us as we navigate this unprecedented situation. Due to the constantly evolving COVID-19 situation and our commitment to our community’s needs, the RISD Board of Trustees has made the decision to postpone the bond election. Our priority is on meeting our community’s pressing needs associated with the virus. As you... READ MORE >

Letter from the Royal Athletic Department Greetings, Falcons! The Royal Athletic Department will be providing a weekly agenda of workouts for our student athletes to do at home with little to no equipment being required. The workouts are to help ensure that our student athletes are able to continue some form of training while school is closed. We are not... READ MORE >

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The past few days have been hectic for the RISD staff as we work to keep our Falcons learning and growing! Our campus teams have loved seeing their students, even at a distance. We want to see your kids learning from their new virtual classrooms. Please send pictures of your students using their Chromebook to falcons@royal-isd.net! Please also include the... READ MORE >

Waller County has called a Stay Home/Work Safe plan beginning at MIDNIGHT tonight, Wednesday 3/25/2020. Therefore, all Chromebooks must be picked up before 7pm today at the students’ assigned campus. Distribution hours are 10am - 7pm. Please note that this is NOT a shut down by Waller County. Stay home if at all possible and follow CDC social distancing and... READ MORE >

Royal FFA Supporters: We hope this letter finds you and your families safe and well! We wanted to let you know about an opportunity to offer financial support to our local FFA members and their Livestock & Horticulture projects. Project move-in at the Royal ISD CTE Expo Center was scheduled for March 26-28 in preparation for the 64th annual event. All “normal... READ MORE >

After much consideration and deliberation, Waller County Judge Trey Duhon has drafted an order to mitigate community spread of COVID-19. The following is an excerpt for his 3.25.2020 update. Click here to view the entire message. "And after considerable and prayerful thought, I have decided not to issue a Stay at Home Order. Rather, I will be proposing a... READ MORE >

Royal Community: As you know, the last few weeks have been filled with uncertainty as we face completely new territory. This situation is entirely unknown and our district and every district across the state is fully committed to student success despite the challenges we are facing. The staff at Royal ISD has been working around the clock to make sure our... READ MORE >

Parents: We are well on our way to completing check out for all the Chromebooks to kick off our digital learning. A few reminders: 1) Some Chromebooks are new, but many have been used by our kiddos all year long. Therefore, there may be some minor cosmetic issues such as missing keys, etc, but all Chromebooks will be fully functional at the time of check... READ MORE >

Region 16 recognizes that families and schools are gathering useful educational materials for their children and students while they are home. To respond to this need, they have added a "Teaching and Learning at Home" resource for parents and educators. The page will be updated daily and provides a variety of resources. Math and Science Language Arts and Social... READ MORE >

Greetings, Falcon community! Earlier today, we temporarily closed our Chromebook distribution. We would like to share with you the complete story. A courier was scheduled to deliver a shipment of new Chromebooks by 10:30am today. We found out around that time that the shipment was delayed. Rather than waiting, our Facilities and Tech team leaders drove to Houston,... READ MORE >

Greetings, RISD parents! Have questions about using Google Classroom? Please refer to the following resources! 2020 Parent Guide to Google Classroom - English 2020 Parent Guide to Google Classroom - Spanish Still have questions? Please reach out to your child's teacher or email falcons@royal-isd.net READ MORE >

Please review the following message from LaSandra Watts, RHS Counselor: "I hope everyone is doing well, despite our current situation. The Houston Food Bank food distribution event has been cancelled until we are able to return to campus. If you or someone you know needs some assistance with food, please reach out to me at falcons@royal-isd.net. We will help you... READ MORE >

If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to us at falcons@royal-isd.net.Over the past few weeks, we have communicated a lot of information to the RISD community. Here is a summary of each Royal resource related to the COVID19 suspension of regular school services: RISD COVID19 Information Hub Distance Learning/Instructional Support Falcon Drive... READ MORE >

Espanol Distance Learning Platforms The District has two plans to continue learning during campus closures. Both options require students to check out a district issued Chromebook. The options are as follows: Students WITH internet access – A Google classroom will be set up for each class. Teachers will reach out to students to provide details for their... READ MORE >

Hear from Mr. Vargas at Royal Junior High on the proposed updates for the Junior High facilities and for our Junior High students. READ MORE >

AUSTIN — The University Interscholastic League (UIL) is extending its suspension of all UIL sanctioned activities due to the outbreak of COVID-19 in Texas. All contests, practices, rehearsals and workouts will remain suspended until further notice. At this time, the earliest games and contests may resume is Monday, May 4th. Prior to this date, the UIL will... READ MORE >

The 64th Annual Royal FFA Show, Parade, and Auction have been postponed indefinitely. The Royal FFA Advisory Committee and CTE/Agriculture staff will meet on Monday, March 23rd to discuss plans for a future date and/or develop an alternative compensation package for Royal FFA students and their projects. Details from the meeting will be shared on Tuesday, March... READ MORE >

Royal ISD Superintendent Stacy Ackley has announced that Royal ISD will extend the suspension of normal district operations through Friday, April 10th in an effort to support the nation’s need to flatten the curve of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Houston area continues to see an increasing number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 and health officials report that this... READ MORE >

Hello Falcons! To minimize trips to the school and to adhere to CDC recommendations, the Falcon Drive-Thru Meal Distribution schedule has been updated to the following for each week during the suspension of normal school services: Monday - 9:30am-12:30pm: Breakfast and lunch distribution (one trip to get both meals) Tuesday - 9:30am-12:30pm: Breakfast and lunch... READ MORE >

All UIL contests, rehearsals, practices, and workouts are suspended until 3/29/2020. Academics: uiltexas.org/academics/covid-19-information Athletics: uiltexas.org/athletics/covid-19-information Music: uiltexas.org/music/covid-19-information READ MORE >

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that he has waived the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) testing requirements for the 2019-2020 school year. Additionally, Governor Abbott is requesting that the Department of Education (DOE) waive federal testing requirements for the 2019-2020 school year. Governor Abbott is working closely with... READ MORE >

Good afternoon, Falcons! Don't forget that "Falcon Drive Thru” Meals will be distributed at the back of the high school starting tomorrow. The program will be available each day during the school closure (Monday 3/16 - Friday 3/20). The last several days have been overwhelming. I am a parent of two and I share your concerns. The RISD administration team has... READ MORE >

During the closure next week (Monday 3/16 - Friday 3/20), RISD will be offering pre-packaged breakfast and lunch for students. Breakfast: 8am-10amLunch: 11am-1pm To pick up meals (one per student), visit our food services team at the rear of Royal High School. Signs will be posted at the campus to direct traffic flow. An RISD staff member will provide one... READ MORE >

Is your contact information up-to-date in Skyward (Royal ISD's student database)? It is very important that all RISD parents and guardians verify that we have current contact information. This information is used when RISD sends district news and updates. Please visit and confirm that your information is current so that you do not miss important announcements. If... READ MORE >

Dear Royal community, At this time, we are not aware of any infected persons within the Royal ISD area. We will continue to monitor official local and national advisories and will follow all government directives. The health and safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Please bookmark RISD’s Coronavirus Updates page to quickly access the most... READ MORE >

As you are aware, leaders in the greater Houston area have been closely monitoring the COVID-19 virus. Royal ISD is committed to the health and safety of its students and staff. All Royal ISD campuses and facilities will be closed from March 16 to March 20, and all school activities are cancelled. Facilities will reopen on March 23 and school activities will resume... READ MORE >

Dear Royal ISD community, As you are aware, the situation regarding COVID-19 is emerging and rapidly evolving in the Greater Houston area. We want to assure you that despite our schools being closed for spring break, the RISD administrative team is actively monitoring the situation and remaining abreast of the most current information. Please refer to the RISD... READ MORE >

The Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo (HLSR) will close today, 3/11/20, at 4:00pm amid COVID-19 Concerns. This is aprecautionary measure due to public health concerns in the Houston communityand possible “community spread” at large gatherings. We understand thatwe have many Royal ISD students participating and attending the HLSR, but wewill comply with all... READ MORE >

Royal ISD Administration team understands that there is much concern about the coronavirus, and it is important that our parents, staff, and students understand that our district is monitoring the situation. The risk of getting coronavirus is currently low in the U.S. due in part to quick action from health authorities. Just like any other public health matter, we... READ MORE >

Royal ISD (RISD) received information on a potential threat from an individual not associated with the district. The threat indicated that the individual intended to enter a campus building to cause harm to students. RISD immediately reached out to law enforcement to investigate the threat and protect students. At no time were any students in danger. The district... READ MORE >

Hello Royal ISD community, RISD has received news of a potential threat to our campuses. At this time, all RISD campuses are on lockdown, with no one allowed in or out of any campus buildings. We are working closely with local law enforcement agencies to take every step to ensure the safety of our students. RISD administration and RISD Police are actively working... READ MORE >

Ever wonder what teachers do on an "in-service" day while the students are away? Special days are offered throughout the year that allow teachers to come together to learn as much as possible in short bursts. Topics may include new strategies to improve lesson planning, content delivery, data analysis, and related professional practices. Learning is a life long... READ MORE >

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Miniscape San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo Floral Team Kaelyn Hein Jenny Pierce Fort Worth Livestock Show (Kaelyn Hein) At Home in Royal ISD READ MORE >

District 24 UIL OAP Results (5 schools competing, December 2019) "Drop Dead Juliet" 3rd place overall Kaelyn Hein and Asahn Antonio with Honorable Mention AllStar Cast Kindalynn Hulse for Best Actress Overall District 26 UIL OAP (4 schools competing, January 2020) "Our Place" 2nd place overall Morgan Alegria with Honorable Mention AllStar... READ MORE >

Middle school is an important transition for children. It often consists of growth and independence along with difficulties. Knowledge is power! Anticipating things your child might experience can help you prepare him or her for the road ahead. The following newsletter, article, and monthly calendar contain tips and tricks to help you and your child as you... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the undefeated RISD Soccer Team for last night's 3-1 win against Sealy. Goals were scored by Samuel Rivas and Ricardo Arellano. This puts the team at 5-0 for district play and 18-0 overall. Make sure you come out to support the team as they defend their title against Rice Consolidated Friday 2/14 at 7pm (at home). Way to g READ MORE >

Please join us at the 64th Annual - Royal ISD FFA Livestock and Plant Project Show, Parade, BBQ, & Auction on March 26th – March 28th, 2020! Royal FFA Show Flyer - 2020 READ MORE >

Click below to view the Houston Life video from last week! Special thanks to Mrs. Green, Mr. Runnels, Houston Life, and Go Public Gulf Coast! READ MORE >

RISD parents and community members, please see the following update: The district has received additional information regarding the possible threat that affected our bus route today. According to local law enforcement the threat of violence actually involved a domestic dispute between adults, non-students, possibly occurring at or near one of our bus stops. The... READ MORE >

RISD Parents, Please see the following update regarding the possible threat recently brought to our attention: The safety and security of our students is our first priority. Therefore we are committed to sharing accurate information with you in the most timely manner possible. We ask for your patience and understanding as we make every effort to keep you up to... READ MORE >

Attention Royal ISD parents: Royal ISD administration was made aware of a possible threat regarding after school bus transportation. We are working with local law enforcement agencies to take every step to ensure the safety of our students. The district bus routes will continue to run as scheduled, however if you wish to pick up your child rather than having... READ MORE >

Do you have students that are undecided about their educational future after their high school graduation? The Family Summit is here to help answer questions your students and parents may have about their pursuit of a college degree or workforce training. Participants should register with the link on the flyer or using the following link:... READ MORE >

Heroes in blue from the RISD and Brookshire Police Departments generously donated two bikes to students at Royal Jr High. RJH 6th graders Israel Valdes and Liset Interiano were chosen by RJH teachers to receive the bikes based on their hard work and dedication to achieving their goals. RISD is blessed to have officers who not only protect and serve but also... READ MORE >

Date : Tuesday Dec. 10th Time: 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $3.00 general admission. Tickets sold at the door only! Location: Royal High School's Performing Arts Center (PAC) The first annual Fine Arts ShowCase will feature a concert from the Royal High School marching band and jazz band. The showcase will also feature dances from the High School's dance classes, vocal... READ MORE >

Go Public Gulf Coast recently featured Royal ISD in its Cool Schools spotlight segment on KPRC, showcasing some of the many ways RISD helps students dream, work, and soar toward their futures. Click here to view the segment. Visit the Go Public Gulf Coast website to learn about all the great things being done in area public schools and to access parent and family... READ MORE >

RJH Cheer 2019 - 2020 tryouts will be on Wednesday, April 24 @ 4pm in the Royal Junior High gymnasium. All questions should be directed to Mrs. Morgan RJH Cheer Sponsor. Practice will be held on: Tues, April 16 3:45 - 5:00 Wed, April 17 3:45 - 5:00 Thurs, April 18 3:45 - 5:00 Tues, April 23 ... READ MORE >

We would like to thank all the students and staff for a great week of testing. We would like to send a special thanks to all parents and guardians on ensuring students were well rested and prepared to perform on their exams! Again thank you all! - We Are Falcons! READ MORE >

Welcome to the weekly recap of the Royal Boys Soccer Team. The young men played an amazing two games yesterday during a beautifully overcast day. Both teams were able to keep their undefeated record at their home stadium of the Falcon's Nest. 7TH GRADE BOYS The 7th grade boys scored many and often during the game with a 6-0 score. Valente Hinajosa started off... READ MORE >