Rice Elementary School - Positively Impacting the World

🌟 Leaders of the Week Spotlight! 🌟

Please help us celebrate our new Leaders of the Week! These students demonstrated Habit #5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood.

They showed empathy, listened with intention, and communicated respectfully—making our school a kinder, more thoughtful place for everyone. We are so proud of the way they lead by example!

👏 Way to go, leaders! Keep shining and setting the standard! 👏

Happy Crossing Guard Appreciation Day! 🛑We are so grateful to these wonderful women who keep us safe. Thank you, Glenwood, for blessing them with a gift.

We love our partnership with Glenwood Church. ❤️Thank you for generously stocking the fridge and workroom for our professional development today. ☕️

🌟 Leaders of the Week – Habit #4: Think Win-Win! 🌟

Last week, we celebrated our newest Leaders of the Week who demonstrated Habit 4: Think Win-Win! These students look for fair solutions, work well with others, and show consideration and respect in everything they do. They understand that success is best when everyone wins! 🏆🤝

We are so proud of these Rice Rangers for modeling teamwork, kindness, and leadership. Way to go!

In Mrs. Hall’s 5th grade science class, students explored animal adaptations and put their learning into action by designing their own creatures! From special camouflage to unique survival traits, these scientists showed amazing creativity and understanding of how adaptations help animals survive.

🌟STAR Shoutout!🌟 Ellie is a hard worker with impeccable integrity. Thank you for shining bright at Rice!

🌟 Leaders of the Week (from two weeks ago!) 🌟

We’re giving a shout-out to our Leaders of the Week who demonstrated Habit #3: Put First Things First! 👏

These students showed responsibility, focus, and self-discipline by prioritizing what matters most—staying organized, managing their time wisely, and following through on their commitments. We’re so proud of the way they lead by example every day!

Way to go, leaders! Keep making smart choices and setting yourselves up for success 💪📚✨

Our PAW-some Pre-K pups are 101 days smarter!🐾❤️ The day was filled with Dalmatian-themed activities including drawing their own Dalmatian, Q-tip dotting a Dalmatian, building cup towers, and making homemade dog treats to donate to the shelter. 🦴❤️

🎨✨ MLK Art Contest Spotlight ✨🎨

We are incredibly proud of our talented Rice Rangers whose artwork was selected to be displayed at the Tyler Public Library as part of the MLK Art Contest! Their creativity, thoughtfulness, and artistic voices truly shine and beautifully reflect the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy.

👏 Congratulations to our featured artists:
Sofia W., Krystian C., Vivienne K., Zariah D., Ricky A., Parker B., Evie C., Aria N., Emma R., Gunnar W., Lukas S., Sam G., Sadie B., Mila K., Gabe J., Ava J., Journee H., Favour U., and Felicity P.

We are so proud of you for representing Rice Elementary with excellence and heart! ❤️

Calling all future Huskies! Check out all that Hubbard MS has to offer for your family at Husky Preview Night on February 3rd from 6-7:30pm.

🌟 Leaders of the Week 🌟

This week, we’re celebrating students who exemplified Habit Two: Begin With the End in Mind! These leaders were selected by their teachers for setting goals, making a plan, and following through with purpose. 🎯

We are so proud of their focus, determination, and ability to think ahead. Way to lead by example! 👏

🎉 Rockin’ Rice Rangers – 2nd Nine Weeks! 🎉

We are proud to recognize our 2nd Nine Weeks Rockin’ Rice Rangers! These outstanding students went above and beyond by excelling in P.E., Music, Art, Library, and i-Ready. Their hard work, positive attitudes, and commitment to learning truly shine across all specials and programs.

Way to go, Rangers! Keep rocking and setting the standard for excellence at Rice! ⭐👏

🌟 Leaders of the Week 🌟

This week, we are proud to recognize our Leaders of the Week for demonstrating Habit #1: Be Proactive! These students take responsibility for their choices, show initiative, and are always ready to do the right thing—without being asked. 💪📘

Way to lead by example! We are so proud of you! 👏✨

Happy Law Enforcement Day to Officer Ty! We're so grateful for the safety and security he provides us along with the Tyler ISD PD. ❤️

🥳 Starting 2026 strong with our teacher of the month for January, Torrey Edwards, and our para for January, Didi Henderson. Thank you for loving your students and showing up for them each day. 🎉

📚⚓ Our Book Fair is coming soon! ⚓📚
Get ready to set sail for stories—our Literati Book Fair arrives in just one month! More details coming soon.

Huge thank you to KLTV's Andrew Tate for coming and speaking to our 5th grade students about being a meteorologist! 🌤️⛈️

🌟 Leaders of the Week Spotlight 🌟

This week, we’re celebrating students who demonstrated Habit Seven: Sharpen the Saw! These leaders take care of their mind, body, and heart, making time to learn, grow and recharge. They model balance, positivity and a commitment to becoming their best selves each day.

We are so proud of the healthy habits and growth mindset they bring to our campus—way to lead by example! 💙📚✨

Oh what fun it is to be in Pre-K! Our Pre-K Rangers had the best time being creative and making gingerbread houses today!

Mrs. Harville's students nailed it!! Kids who met their goals on their math unit assessment got to earn pies to throw. Way to go 4th graders!! 🥧