Our Pre-K Rangers enjoyed learning about pumpkins! They performed a float or sink experiment, painted pumpkins, and explored the parts of a pumpkin!ππ










π¨ Calling All Rice Elementary Artists! π¨
Itβs time to let your creativity shine in this yearβs PTA Reflections Art Contest! π
Students can submit artwork to Mrs. Williams, our amazing art teacher, by Friday, November 7th.
ποΈ Grab an entry form from Mrs. Williams
βοΈ Be sure itβs signed by a parent or guardian
π Turn in your artwork by the deadline
All entries will be submitted for judging, and winners will be announced on Monday, November 17th!
Letβs celebrate the arts and show off the incredible talent we have here at Rice Elementary! ππΌοΈ
Itβs time to let your creativity shine in this yearβs PTA Reflections Art Contest! π
Students can submit artwork to Mrs. Williams, our amazing art teacher, by Friday, November 7th.
ποΈ Grab an entry form from Mrs. Williams
βοΈ Be sure itβs signed by a parent or guardian
π Turn in your artwork by the deadline
All entries will be submitted for judging, and winners will be announced on Monday, November 17th!
Letβs celebrate the arts and show off the incredible talent we have here at Rice Elementary! ππΌοΈ

ππ Trunk or Treat at Tyler Legacy! π¬π»
Join us Thursday, Oct. 30 from 5:30β7:00 p.m. in the bus parking lot for a fang-tastic evening of candy, games, food, and fun!
Hosted by the Tyler Legacy Student Council with help from campus organizations β plus a special visit from the Tyler ISD Literacy Bus! πβ¨
Wear your best costume, bring your candy bucket, and come celebrate with friends and family!
Join us Thursday, Oct. 30 from 5:30β7:00 p.m. in the bus parking lot for a fang-tastic evening of candy, games, food, and fun!
Hosted by the Tyler Legacy Student Council with help from campus organizations β plus a special visit from the Tyler ISD Literacy Bus! πβ¨
Wear your best costume, bring your candy bucket, and come celebrate with friends and family!

π Leaders of the Week! π
These outstanding students have been recognized for demonstrating Habit One: Be Proactive! πͺ
Theyβve shown what it means to take charge of their choices, act responsibly, and make things happen rather than waiting for them to happen. Their initiative and positive example have truly stood out across our campus this week!
Way to go, Leaders β weβre proud of your proactive spirit! πβ¨
These outstanding students have been recognized for demonstrating Habit One: Be Proactive! πͺ
Theyβve shown what it means to take charge of their choices, act responsibly, and make things happen rather than waiting for them to happen. Their initiative and positive example have truly stood out across our campus this week!
Way to go, Leaders β weβre proud of your proactive spirit! πβ¨







Attention 5th grade families. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the AVID program for your rising sixth grader. Applications accepted November 3rd-November 21st.


Today 5th grade kicked off Dividing Fractions by visiting the Riddle Pizzeria! They had a hands on experience dividing fractions and whole numbers!










π Leaders of the Week! π
These outstanding students have demonstrated Habits 1β7, showing what it truly means to be a leader on our campus. They take initiative, set goals, work well with others and strive for balance and growth every day. We are so proud of their leadership! πͺπ€β€οΈ
These outstanding students have demonstrated Habits 1β7, showing what it truly means to be a leader on our campus. They take initiative, set goals, work well with others and strive for balance and growth every day. We are so proud of their leadership! πͺπ€β€οΈ







π Rocking Rice Rangers: 1st Nine Weeks Celebration!π
We are beyond proud of our amazing Rice Rangers for their hard work and dedication during the 1st nine weeks! ππ Our students have been shining bright in all areas, and we celebrated big time this morning at our celebration assembly!










πβ¨ We had a royal visit yesterday! Texas Rose Festival Queen Avery Craft Armstrong stopped by to read βThe Queenβs Teaβ to our 2nd grade girls. πΉ The girls loved hearing her story and were thrilled to receive a special invitation to the Queenβs Tea happening this Saturday, October 18th.
Thank you, Queen Avery, for sharing your time and spreading a little royal magic with our students! ππΈ
Thank you, Queen Avery, for sharing your time and spreading a little royal magic with our students! ππΈ





π Future Red Raider Night! β€οΈπ
Rice Elementary students are invited to join the fun as they run through the tunnel and lead the Red Raiders onto the field! Donβt miss this exciting opportunity to show your school spirit and cheer on our team! β€οΈπ€
Rice Elementary students are invited to join the fun as they run through the tunnel and lead the Red Raiders onto the field! Donβt miss this exciting opportunity to show your school spirit and cheer on our team! β€οΈπ€

π Leaders of the Week! π
This week weβre celebrating students who exemplify Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw! πͺ΅β¨
These outstanding leaders know the importance of balance and self-care. They take care of their mind, body, and heartβand inspire others to do the same. Weβre so proud of their commitment to growing and staying their best selves every day! πͺπ
This week weβre celebrating students who exemplify Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw! πͺ΅β¨
These outstanding leaders know the importance of balance and self-care. They take care of their mind, body, and heartβand inspire others to do the same. Weβre so proud of their commitment to growing and staying their best selves every day! πͺπ









The view is pretty good from up here. I'm going to read one more chapter before I call it a night. πI can't wait for Read-a-thon Celebration Day tomorrow!! π I'm so proud of all my Rangers!! πππ Good night!π΄


Mrs. O'Neal got her tent sent up and is ready for her night on the roof! βΊοΈπ¦

Congratulations to Miss Kendra, our Rice Elementary Paraprofessional of the Month for October. Miss Kendra always lends a helping hand to every situation. She works with our PATH students all over campus and is beloved by many.

Congratulations to Mrs. C. Johnson, Rice Elementary Teacher of the Month for October! She is one of our amazing PATH teachers who works diligently to meet the variety of needs in her special education classroom daily.

π Leaders of the Week!π
This week, our students demonstrated Habit 6: Synergize! πͺβ¨They worked together to achieve more, valued each otherβs ideas and showed what true teamwork looks like. When we synergize, we discover that together is always better! π«We are so proud of these leaders for showing collaboration, respect, and creativity in action. ππ
This week, our students demonstrated Habit 6: Synergize! πͺβ¨They worked together to achieve more, valued each otherβs ideas and showed what true teamwork looks like. When we synergize, we discover that together is always better! π«We are so proud of these leaders for showing collaboration, respect, and creativity in action. ππ








Kona Ice Day is Friday, October 17th! Prepay online or send exact cash.
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πWe met our goals!! πThat means it's time to CELEBRATE! We need YOUR help to make this a truly special event for our students. Please consider signing up for a volunteer shift to help with celebrations on Thursday, October 9th. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849AAAE2DA6F9C25-59146300-readathon#/

π Leaders of the Week! π
This week, we are celebrating students who demonstrated Habit #5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood. These leaders take the time to listen carefully, show empathy toward others and communicate respectfully. They remind us that understanding comes first and that kindness and respect go a long way! π
This week, we are celebrating students who demonstrated Habit #5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood. These leaders take the time to listen carefully, show empathy toward others and communicate respectfully. They remind us that understanding comes first and that kindness and respect go a long way! π









This week in Pre-K the students are learned about community helpers! Special visitors including the Tyler Fire Department, UT Health paramedics, Tyler Police Officer, and the UT Tyler Mobile Trailer visited with our young Rangers!










