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










π Leaders of the Week π
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 thingβwithout being asked. πͺπ
Way to lead by example! We are so proud of you! πβ¨
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 thingβwithout being asked. πͺπ
Way to lead by example! We are so proud of you! πβ¨







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. β€οΈ

π₯³ 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. π


πβ Our Book Fair is coming soon! βπ
Get ready to set sail for storiesβour Literati Book Fair arrives in just one month! More details coming soon.
Get ready to set sail for storiesβour 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! π€οΈβοΈ



π Leaders of the Week Spotlight π
This week, weβre 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 campusβway to lead by example! ππβ¨
This week, weβre 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 campusβway to lead by example! ππβ¨








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!! π₯§





We love celebrating leadership!! This Rice Ranger earned a Principal Uber to and from music class for her outstanding classroom behavior and participation!! πππ

Help us congratulate our December Teacher of the Month, Michael Stacks, and our Paraprofessional of the Month, Ryleigh Williams. We are appreciate your hard work and dedication to our Rice Rangers. π₯³


π Leaders of the Week! π
This week, weβre celebrating students who demonstrated Habit Six: Synergize! These amazing leaders know how to work together, value each otherβs ideas, and bring out the best in their teams. π€β¨
Weβre so proud of the way they collaborate, communicate, and help create a stronger, more connected school community. Keep shining, leaders! π«
This week, weβre celebrating students who demonstrated Habit Six: Synergize! These amazing leaders know how to work together, value each otherβs ideas, and bring out the best in their teams. π€β¨
Weβre so proud of the way they collaborate, communicate, and help create a stronger, more connected school community. Keep shining, leaders! π«








Check out another STAR Student! πWe're so proud of your leadership!

It's going to be a rockin' good time as the 4th graders perform Holly, Jolly Jukebox Thursday, December 11th at 6pm in the cafeteria. This is also our December PTA general membership meeting. We hope you'll join us.

