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Round Rock ISD Partners in Education Foundation Thanks Community Partners for Their Support
September 17, 2020
Round Rock ISD Partners in Education Foundation raised over $50,000 from community support to fund school supplies for Round Rock ISD students in need. Thank you to the following organizations and individuals who contributed to this Districtwide project:
Samsung gives $25,000 to help Round Rock ISD meet student needs due to school closures
June 11, 2020
To assist school systems with their transition to remote learning, Samsung has provided nearly $3 million to support schools across the country. Round Rock ISD received $25,000 from Samsung — money that helped provide internet access and critical supplies to students in need.
Kat Malone Named Round Rock ISD's 2021 Secondary Teacher of the Year
May 07, 2020
Receiving the surprise of the year in front of her home, Success High School English Teacher Kat Malone was named Round Rock ISD’s 2021 Secondary Teacher of the Year (TOY). She received the good news during a visit from Superintendent Steve Flores, Ph.D., Success Principal Thomasine Stewart, and District staff.
Partners in Education Foundation Golf Tournament raises $121,500 for Round Rock ISD students and teachers
November 04, 2019
The Round Rock ISD Partners in Education (PIE) Foundation raised a record-breaking $121,500 during the sold-out 2019 19th Annual Golf Classic on October 7 at The Golf Course at Star Ranch. The annual tournament, which was themed “Be A Hero” this year, raises funds to support Round Rock ISD students and teacher programs.
Round Rock ISD Partners in Education Foundation Awards $126,000 in Excellence in Education Grants
September 04, 2019
Educators from over 50 Round Rock ISD campuses and departments were selected to receive $126,000 in Excellence in Education Grants from the Round Rock ISD Partners in Education (PIE) Foundation.
Round Rock ISD names Jerry Gee Cordova 2020 Secondary Teacher of the Year
May 06, 2019
Bringing the music anywhere he goes, Hopewell Middle School Choir Director Jerry Gee Cordova was named as the District’s 2020 Secondary Teacher of the Year during the District’s annual banquet Monday evening, sponsored by the Round Rock ISD Partners in Education (PIE) Foundation and A+ Federal Credit Union.
Katie Leining named Round Rock ISD’s 2020 Elementary Teacher of the Year
May 06, 2019
In front of an enthusiastic crowd full of campus Teacher of the Years from across Round Rock ISD, Voigt Arts Integration Academy Instructional Technology Specialist (ITS) Katie Leining was named as the District’s 2020 Elementary Teacher of the Year.
Round Rock ISD students receive $123,000 in PIE Foundation scholarships
April 25, 2019
The Round Rock ISD Partners in Education Foundation awarded 52 scholarships, totaling $123,000, at its annual scholarship reception on April 25th. Thanks to the families of memorial scholarships, honorary scholarships, business partners and Foundation Board members for making these funds possible to support Round Rock ISD students continuing their education.
Round Rock ISD board of trustees names new president, vice president and secretary
January 09, 2019
After swearing in three newly elected trustees, the Round Rock ISD board of trustees nominated new board officers at its final meeting of 2018. On Dec. 20 the board conducted a ceremony to swear in trustees Amber Feller, Place 3; Cory Vessa, Place 4; and Amy Weir, Place 5. Steven Math was also re-elected to retain his Place 6 seat.
PIE Foundatin awards $140,000 in campus grants at 2018 Convocation
August 22, 2018
Kick-off was supported in part by Round Rock ISD Partners in Education Foundation (PIE), St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center, A+ Federal Credit Union, Baylor Scott & White Healthcare, Texas Vinyl Dispensary and Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union as first level advocates. Through the assistance of the PIE Foundation and the support of community partners, nearly the entire event cost was covered by vendor sponsorships.
Round Rock ISD names Cactus Ranch teacher Katy Gray 2019 Elementary Teacher of the Year
May 09, 2018
Gray was named the Teacher of the Year at Cactus Ranch Elementary School and was selected among 34 elementary educators to represent the District at the state competition. Gray has been an educator for over 30 years, three of which have been teaching fourth-grade students at the campus.
Round Rock ISD names Round Rock HS teacher Randi Chaverria 2019 Secondary Teacher of the Year
May 09, 2018
Chaverria, a Family and Consumer Science Teacher, was named the Teacher of the Year at Round Rock High School and was selected among 20 secondary educators to represent the District at the state competition. Chaverria has been an educator for five years, two of which have been in her current position.
Joe Lee Johnson educator Allie Duffy named H-E-B Excellence in Education Award winner
May 09, 2018
Duffy was one of two educators selected out of thousands from across the state and five finalists for the prestigious title. The Rising Star title honors teachers with 10 or fewer years of experience in the classroom. The award comes with a $5,000 cash prize for Duffy, and a $5,000 grant for her school.
RRISD Partners in Education Foundation raises $162,000 during annual Employee Giving Campaign
December 08, 2017
The annual Employee Giving Campaign, sponsored by Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union, invites Round Rock ISD staff to donate funds to the RRISD PIE Foundation in support of District programs, teacher grants, scholarships and the Teacher of the Year. The campaign raised $137,000 in 2016.
District staff gathered as one family at the HEB Center in Cedar Park
August 16, 2017
Kick-off was supported in part by Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union as a proud presenting partner, while A+ Federal Credit Union, Anytime Fitness, Baylor Scott & White Health, St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center and Round Rock ISD Partners in Education Foundation served as 1st level advocates.
RRISD awards Innovative School Grants
June 16, 2017
Round Rock ISD has awarded Innovative School Grants to 24 District campuses, challenging the winning schools to explore, enrich or design an exemplary model of innovation to serve students and the community. Funded through general operating fund balance set aside for Innovative School Grants, the grants, totaling $2 million, were awarded through an internal application and interview process.
RRISD PIE Foundation now accepting Kick-Off sponsorships
May 31, 2017
Over 6,000 employees from across the District will attend the event, which will be held on Aug 15. at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park. Sponsors will have direct access to District employees. Information on securing a sponsorship can be found by visiting the Partner in Education Foundation website. For additional assistance, please contact Marianne Reap, Round Rock ISD Partners in Education Foundation executive director at (512) 464-5600.
RRISD celebrates 2018 Secondary Teachers of the Year
May 01, 2017
Round Rock ISD recognizes and honors teacher excellence. Each school’s Teacher of the Year was elected by their peers and administration in recognition for their contribution in the classroom and throughout the campus learning community.
RRISD celebrates 2018 Elementary Teachers of the Year
May 01, 2017
Round Rock ISD recognizes and honors teacher excellence. Each school’s Teacher of the Year was elected by their peers and administration in recognition for their contribution in the classroom and throughout the campus learning community.
PIE Foundation Raises record breaking $270,388 at annual gala
February 25, 2017
The Gala, themed “Fire and Ice,” was supported in part by St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center as a presenting sponsor with a $30,000 donation, while Dell, Inc and GTS Technology Solutions co-sponsored the Gold sponsor with a $7,500 each. In addition to these sponsorships, the YMCA of Greater Williamson County along with Bartlett Cocke General Contractors served as Silver sponsors with each company donating $10,000. The Gala is the Foundation’s largest fundraising event of the year and proceeds are used to enrich, enhance and maximize the quality of education for all students in Round Rock ISD through scholarships, classroom grants, teacher of the year awards and more.
Scholarship In Honor Of Coach Sean Kelley
December 31, 2016
The Foundation is honored to support a scholarship in memory of Sean Kelley, a beloved teacher, colleague, friend and mentor. This memorial scholarship is established by the Kelley Family, Stony Point High School and friends. The scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from Stony Point that plans on pursuing higher education. To read more about the scholarship please use the link below.
Record Beaking $91,000 raised at Golf Classic!
October 24, 2016
This year the Round Rock ISD Partners In Education Golf Classic, with Presenting Sponsor St. David's Round Rock Medical Center, raised $90,280 to support the students of RRISD. Over 144 community partners and business leaders attended Avery Ranch Golf Course on October 24th for a great day of golf!
PIEF Awards Nearly $100,000 in Excellence in Education Grants
August 17, 2016
Educators from 41 Round Rock ISD campuses and departments were selected to receive $97,842 in Excellence in Education Grants from the Round Rock ISD Partners in Education (PIE) Foundation.
RRISD PIE Foundation Announces New Executive Officers
June 20, 2016
The Round Rock ISD Partners in Education (PIE) Foundation announced new Executive Officers at its June 10 regular Board Meeting, naming community leader Lisa Cauble as its first female president of the 30 year organization.
Cauble formerly served as RRISD Council of PTAs president and will succeed Jaime Alaniz who presided as the PIE Foundation president for the past three years.