What a great day for our fourth and fifth graders at Link Up with the East Texas Symphony Orchestra! π» Special shout out to our Rangers who participated in the Link Up Choir and Ms. Pool! πΌ

π₯³We are so proud of our teacher and para of the month for March. Mrs. McCollum makes math so engaging through room transformations, games, and interactive experiences. Ms. Valerie supports students in the classroom and helps them to experience success independently. Thank you for showing us what it means to be a Ranger!π


π Leaders of the Week Spotlight π
This week, we are proud to celebrate our amazing student leaders who demonstrated Habit 8: Find Your Voice! π€β¨
These students showed courage and confidence by expressing their ideas, sharing their talents, and using their voices to make a positive difference in our school. They inspire others by standing up for what is right, encouraging their peers, and believing in their own unique strengths. π
We are so proud of these leaders for using their voices to lead, create, and make our campus an even better place! Way to go, Rice Rangers!
This week, we are proud to celebrate our amazing student leaders who demonstrated Habit 8: Find Your Voice! π€β¨
These students showed courage and confidence by expressing their ideas, sharing their talents, and using their voices to make a positive difference in our school. They inspire others by standing up for what is right, encouraging their peers, and believing in their own unique strengths. π
We are so proud of these leaders for using their voices to lead, create, and make our campus an even better place! Way to go, Rice Rangers!







π Leaders of the Week π
Letβs give a big Rice Ranger shoutout to our incredible Leaders of the Week! These students exemplified Habit #7: Sharpen the Saw by taking care of themselvesβmind, body, and heart. They showed us the importance of balance, growth, and making time to recharge so they can be their very best each day. πͺπ§ β€οΈ
We are so proud of the way these leaders model healthy habits, positive attitudes, and a commitment to personal growth. Keep shining, Rangers! π
Letβs give a big Rice Ranger shoutout to our incredible Leaders of the Week! These students exemplified Habit #7: Sharpen the Saw by taking care of themselvesβmind, body, and heart. They showed us the importance of balance, growth, and making time to recharge so they can be their very best each day. πͺπ§ β€οΈ
We are so proud of the way these leaders model healthy habits, positive attitudes, and a commitment to personal growth. Keep shining, Rangers! π







π Want to learn about what Tyler ISD PreK has to offer? Visit our PreK Preview Night!

π Leaders of the Week π
Join us in celebrating our amazing Leaders of the Week who demonstrated Habit 6: Synergize! π€
These outstanding students showed what it means to work together, value each otherβs ideas, and create something even better as a team. By collaborating, encouraging one another, and combining their strengths, they proved that together is always better! π‘β¨
We are so proud of the way these leaders lift each other up and help our school community grow stronger every day. Way to go, Rangersβkeep synergizing!
Join us in celebrating our amazing Leaders of the Week who demonstrated Habit 6: Synergize! π€
These outstanding students showed what it means to work together, value each otherβs ideas, and create something even better as a team. By collaborating, encouraging one another, and combining their strengths, they proved that together is always better! π‘β¨
We are so proud of the way these leaders lift each other up and help our school community grow stronger every day. Way to go, Rangersβkeep synergizing!








Our Pre-K classes are full of sweethearts and sweet Valentine activities! Happy Valentineβs Day!β€οΈ







Our sweet friends at CrossPointe Church made us feel loved today! Thank you for the Valentine's Day gift baskets. π


π Leaders of the Week Spotlight! π
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 respectfullyβmaking our school a kinder, more thoughtful place for everyone. We are so proud of the way they lead by example!
π Way to go, leaders! Keep shining and setting the standard! π
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 respectfullyβmaking our school a kinder, more thoughtful place for everyone. We are so proud of the way they lead by example!
π Way to go, leaders! Keep shining and setting the standard! π







Happy Crossing Guard Appreciation Day! πWe 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. β€οΈThank you for generously stocking the fridge and workroom for our professional development today. βοΈ





π Leaders of the Week β Habit #4: Think Win-Win! π
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! ππ€
We are so proud of these Rice Rangers for modeling teamwork, kindness, and leadership. Way to go!
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! ππ€
We are so proud of these Rice Rangers for modeling teamwork, kindness, and leadership. Way to go!




In Mrs. Hallβs 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.










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

π Leaders of the Week (from two weeks ago!) π
Weβre giving a shout-out to our Leaders of the Week who demonstrated Habit #3: Put First Things First! π
These students showed responsibility, focus, and self-discipline by prioritizing what matters mostβstaying organized, managing their time wisely, and following through on their commitments. Weβre 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 πͺπβ¨
Weβre giving a shout-out to our Leaders of the Week who demonstrated Habit #3: Put First Things First! π
These students showed responsibility, focus, and self-discipline by prioritizing what matters mostβstaying organized, managing their time wisely, and following through on their commitments. Weβre 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 πͺπβ¨










Our PAW-some Pre-K pups are 101 days smarter!πΎβ€οΈ 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. π¦΄β€οΈ










π¨β¨ MLK Art Contest Spotlight β¨π¨
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.βs legacy.
π 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! β€οΈ
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.βs legacy.
π 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! β€οΈ

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.

π Leaders of the Week π
This week, weβre 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. π―
We are so proud of their focus, determination, and ability to think ahead. Way to lead by example! π
This week, weβre 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. π―
We are so proud of their focus, determination, and ability to think ahead. Way to lead by example! π








π Rockinβ Rice Rangers β 2nd Nine Weeks! π
We are proud to recognize our 2nd Nine Weeks Rockinβ 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! βπ
We are proud to recognize our 2nd Nine Weeks Rockinβ 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! βπ










