Royse City ISD Education Foundation

06/15/2026

We’ve officially earned the Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency for the fifth consecutive year.

To us, financial transparency is everything. As a local non-profit, we believe you should always see exactly how your support translates into real impact. Platinum is Candid’s highest rating, and we wear it as a badge of honor to show that your trust is well-placed.

To put it simply, Candid is the definitive "Google of the non-profit world." Formed in 2019, Candid is the world’s largest and most trusted source of information on continuous non-profit activity. Millions of donors, foundations, and everyday people use it to research where their money is going.

The Seals of Transparency are a rating system Candid uses to show how much information a non-profit openly shares with the public. They range from Bronze to Platinum.

Check out our profile here:
https://app.candid.org/profile/8837841/royse-city-isd-education-foundation-inc/?pkId=9e41c39b-e00c-43d3-b130-7dc7ab4876e7&isActive=true

06/09/2026

🎒The 2026 school year is right around the corner, and we want to make sure our local students head back to class with everything they need to succeed.
For the third year, we are partnering with Trinity Baptist Church for the annual Back to School Bash, and we’ve set a big goal: collect 150 brand-new backpacks!

A simple backpack can give a student the confidence they need on day one. Let's show our Royse City community what happens when we pull together.

👇 How You Can Help:
Donate straight from this link or drop off a brand-new, sturdy backpack https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/owner-view/3PHF82M0GMRV0?ref_=gr_universal_landing_ggr
📣Spread the word: Share this post with your friends, family, and neighbors!
📌 Drop-off Location: 810 Old Greenville Rd.
🗓️ Deadline to Donate: August 1st

Thank you for supporting RCISD students. 🖤💛

05/22/2026

It is the last day of school and we are so excited to celebrate our amazing seniors who have been awarded Education Foundation scholarships for their upcoming college journeys!

These students have shown up every day with incredible work ethic, leadership, and a genuine commitment to helping others.
They truly represent the very best of Royse City High School

We awarded eight scholarships totaling $9,500! 
Visit https://www.rcisdef.com/scholarships to learn more about each scholarship.
Swipe through the photos and comment to celebrate with us!
🎓✨

05/18/2026

Do you have a passion for Education? Want to have some fun while making a real difference in RCISD classrooms? Join us!
Our mission is to empower educators with the resources needed to strengthen and transform learning experiences for all students, and our board members play a vital role in furthering that mission!
You can also visit our website at www.rcisdef.com to learn more about all the ways we support Royse City ISD!

Click here for our board interest form: https://forms.gle/Ab9G9ZG7GSNhuncK8
or scan the QR code below.
Important Dates:
Application Deadline: June 1, 2026
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05/15/2026

But wait, there is more! Thanks to our amazing partner Whataburger Mesquite, we were able to award a second $500.00 Grant!

⏪ The Teacher Time Machine: 2.0
Winner Announced! ⏪
The response to our Teacher Appreciation Week grant giveaway was nothing short of incredible.
Our community showeWR Fort Elementaryto celebrate the educators making a lasting impact every single day!

🎉 Congratulations to Annie Wetzel at Fort Elementary! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who shared stories and encouragement during Teacher Appreciation Week.
Here is why Mrs. Wetzel is making such a difference for her Kinder learners:
💛"She is patient, fun, and makes learning so fun! You have made the first year of school absolutely wonderful."
💛"She helped my daughter fall in love with learning and school!"
💛"My grandson has grown tremendously in math and reading because of her hard work!"
💛"She is the most incredible kinder teacher and human!"

Join us in celebrating Mrs. Wetzel in the comments!

05/15/2026

⏪ The Teacher Time Machine: Winner Announced! ⏪
The response to our Teacher Appreciation Week grant giveaway was nothing short of incredible. Our community showed up in a big way to celebrate the educators making a lasting impact every single day!
Thank you to everyone who shared stories and encouragement during Teacher Appreciation Week.

🎉 Congratulations to Sarah Jackson, Glenda Arnold Early Childhood Learning Center ! 🎉

Here is why Mrs. Jackson is making such a difference for her Pre K learners:
💛 "Pre K year was amazing because of you and your sweet heart and thoughtful planning."
💛"She leads with joy and a "silly goose" energy across her campus and the district! We are blessed to have her!"
💛"Our son has grown leaps and bounds because of her. She is such an incredible educator."
💛"Because of her my son feels safe at school! He has struggles but she pours so much love into him and is always there to support him!"
💛"She has been so patient with my daughter in Pre-K this year. We’ve seen her grow a ton academically, and we are so grateful for the gentle guidance she provides every day"
💛 "Pre-K year was amazing because of you and your sweet heart and thoughtful planning."n academically, and we are so grateful for the gentle guidance she provides every day."

Join us in celebrating Mrs. Jackson in the comments!

05/13/2026

The RCISD Education Foundation is hitting the rewind button and heading back to the 80's!
Join us for the 6th Annual Evening for Education, where retro nostalgia meets modern impact.
This night will celebrate how far education has come, from chalkboard dust and Trapper Keepers to the robots and cutting-edge innovation in our classrooms today.

The Experience:
🗓 Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
🌃 The Vibe: A sleek, retro-modern gala atmosphere.
👔 Attire: Semi-formal, optional with a touch of 80s glam.
🍽️ Program: Curated dinner and exclusive live auction.
🕹️ After Party: Test your skills in the Retro Arcade Lounge with all of the classics, while enjoying 80s hits from DJ Todd Helms!

🎟GIVEAWAY: WIN 2 RESERVED SEATS!
We want to hear your "Rewind" stories! To enter the drawing:
✅COMMENT: What was your favorite 80s memory or "must-have" item? Was it the movies, the video games, the mixtapes, the parachute pants, or maybe the big hair?
✅LIKE this post.
✅SHARE to spread the word!
Winner announced June 15, 2026.

💼 PARTNER WITH US
Sponsorships are now open, including our exclusive Retro Arcade Lounge!
Contact [email protected] to secure your partnership today.

05/04/2026

We would love your support and vote for Non- Profit of the year. The Education Foundation’s reach has made a huge impact on not just our district, but our community as well. Supporting educators and student success ultimately affects the local economy.
We are honored to have invested more than $140,000 in classroom grants just this school and year and more than $2Million to Royse City ISD since 2009!!

🏆 Non-Profit of the Year - Nominees!
✨ You nominated… now it’s time to vote! ✨
About the Award: Identifies a non-profit organization that is a Royse City Chamber partner that is demonstrating outstanding achievement, community impact, and dedication to its mission.
👏 Meet your finalists:
Children's Advocacy Center for Rockwall County
Empowered Outreach
Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County
Our Daily Bread Food Pantry
Royse City ISD Education Foundation
Royse City Police Association
Rotary Club of Royse City
The Good Place: Gently Used and Repurposed Goods

🚨 NOW IT’S YOUR TURN 🚨
These Nominees were chosen by YOU, our Chamber Members and community… and now it’s time to help decide who takes home the win 👏
💥 Vote now for The Year We Built Awards! 💥
🗳️ Deadline to vote: Wednesday, May 6th
⏳ Don’t wait… it’ll be here before you know it

Click the link to vote:
https://forms.gle/SivuB4wmYfJXNR7W6

👉 Think back over the past year… who really showed up, stood out, and made an impact?
Let’s celebrate the ones helping build Royse City and our Tri-County region 🙌

05/04/2026

⏪ Welcome to The Teacher Time Machine: RCISD Edition ⏪
We are celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week!
Think about a teacher who has made a lasting impact on your child or student… and is still showing up and making a difference today.

👇 Here’s how to participate:
1- Nominate an RCISD teacher
2- Tag their campus
3- Give us a story

🎶 BONUS: Give your teacher an 80s theme song that represents them and tell us why!

🏆 The teacher with the most nominations will receive a $500 classroom grant for the 2026–27 school year
📅 Nominations taken through Friday, May 8
📣Winner announced: Friday, May 15

Let’s fill the comments with gratitude, stories, and recognition for the incredible teachers shaping the future of our students here in Royse City ISD!

✅One nomination per comment please. Multiple comments welcome.