Did you know that Katherine Johnson was rejected the first time she applied for a job at NASA? That was before going on to receive the NASA Lunar Orbiter Award and three NASA Special Achievement Awards! See today what we learned about resilience and pushing toward our goal!
What exciting event is going on at Cactus Ranch this week? 🎉🥳 Boosterthon! 🥳🎉Learn more about boosterthon at MyBooster.com and watch the KCRE commercial for our Boosterthon here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YCUAiwH7kQSViA8ebQHn20pOf1v2-tTI/view?usp=drive_link
Did you know? NASA Mars Rover, Curiosity, was named by a sixth grader in Kansas. Kids can do BIG things, like making an impact on our school! Watch today’s video at MyBooster.com.
🎉 LET’S GO! 🎉 Our CRE Longhorn Fundraiser starts TODAY! We’re raising $40,000 for teacher professional development and school improvements and need YOUR help — it only takes a minute to sign up and share your page with friends & family!
🙌 Thank you for making a difference for our school!
🙌 Thank you for making a difference for our school!
On Saturday November 1st, 4 CRE students participated in the USCF rated NYOS Chess Tournament (K-5 U600) conducted at NYOS Charter School Campus. They competed against a total of 23 schools and secured 2nd place for Cactus Ranch Elementary!
Congratulations to these students!
Congratulations to these students!
🤩Start the new year strong with us at our Spring Enrollment Pop-Up Event!
On Dec. 6, 2025, from 3-6 p.m. at Round Rock High School, 201 Deep Wood Dr, Round Rock, TX 78681, USA
💻Use this link to book an appointment for faster in-person enrollment services: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1ZvPS9EnFt6OWuWlP_VdnTyYO-igA35qPA9bUHPJERiNK6A/viewform?usp%3Dheader&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1757339151959646&usg=AOvVaw1C45ShispgKfFm2PConVJa
Our enrollment team will be there to help get your student enrolled at any of our 56 schools.
You’ll be able to:
✅ Enroll on the spot
✅ Get your questions answered
✅ Learn more about the stellar programs and see why families choose us year after year.
✅ Innovative academics, outstanding extracurriculars, and the chance to earn college credit while in high school—our schools are a place to grow and belong.
Your enrollment documents checklist:
✅ Student’s certified birth certificate,
✅ Immunization records,
✅ Proof of residence within the school district boundaries,
✅ The last report card or withdrawal form from the prior school district (if available),
✅ Your student’s Social Security Card (if available).
Here at Round Rock ISD, it starts with supporting our families with access to a great public education for students, and #ItStartsWithUs.
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🤩 ¡Comienza el nuevo año escolar fuerte, con nosotros en nuestro evento pop-up de inscripción de primavera!
El 6 de diciembre de 2025, de 3 a 6 pm, en Round Rock High School, 201 Deep Wood Dr., Round Rock, TX 78681.
💻 Utiliza este enlace para programar una cita y agilizar la inscripción presencial: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1ZvPS9EnFt6OWuWlP_VdnTyYO-igA35qPA9bUHPJERiNK6A/viewform?usp%3Dheader&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1757339151959646&usg=AOvVaw1C45ShispgKfFm2PConVJa
Nuestro equipo de inscripción estará disponible para ayudarle a inscribir a su estudiante en cualquiera de nuestras 56 escuelas.
Podrás:
✅ Inscribirte al instante
✅ Obtener respuestas a tus preguntas
✅ Obtener más información sobre nuestros excelentes programas y ver por qué las familias nos eligen año tras año.
✅ Académicos innovadores, actividades extracurriculares excepcionales y la oportunidad de obtener créditos universitarios durante la preparatoria: nuestras escuelas son un lugar para crecer y sentirse parte de la comunidad.
Lista de documentos para la inscripción:
✅ Acta de nacimiento del estudiante,
✅ Cartilla de vacunación,
✅ Comprobante de domicilio dentro de los límites del distrito escolar,
✅ La última boleta de calificaciones o formulario de baja del distrito escolar anterior (si está disponible),
✅ La tarjeta del Seguro Social de tu estudiante (si está disponible).
Aquí en Round Rock ISD, todo comienza apoyando a nuestras familias para que los estudiantes tengan acceso a una excelente educación pública, y #ItStartsWithUs.
On Dec. 6, 2025, from 3-6 p.m. at Round Rock High School, 201 Deep Wood Dr, Round Rock, TX 78681, USA
💻Use this link to book an appointment for faster in-person enrollment services: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1ZvPS9EnFt6OWuWlP_VdnTyYO-igA35qPA9bUHPJERiNK6A/viewform?usp%3Dheader&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1757339151959646&usg=AOvVaw1C45ShispgKfFm2PConVJa
Our enrollment team will be there to help get your student enrolled at any of our 56 schools.
You’ll be able to:
✅ Enroll on the spot
✅ Get your questions answered
✅ Learn more about the stellar programs and see why families choose us year after year.
✅ Innovative academics, outstanding extracurriculars, and the chance to earn college credit while in high school—our schools are a place to grow and belong.
Your enrollment documents checklist:
✅ Student’s certified birth certificate,
✅ Immunization records,
✅ Proof of residence within the school district boundaries,
✅ The last report card or withdrawal form from the prior school district (if available),
✅ Your student’s Social Security Card (if available).
Here at Round Rock ISD, it starts with supporting our families with access to a great public education for students, and #ItStartsWithUs.
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🤩 ¡Comienza el nuevo año escolar fuerte, con nosotros en nuestro evento pop-up de inscripción de primavera!
El 6 de diciembre de 2025, de 3 a 6 pm, en Round Rock High School, 201 Deep Wood Dr., Round Rock, TX 78681.
💻 Utiliza este enlace para programar una cita y agilizar la inscripción presencial: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1ZvPS9EnFt6OWuWlP_VdnTyYO-igA35qPA9bUHPJERiNK6A/viewform?usp%3Dheader&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1757339151959646&usg=AOvVaw1C45ShispgKfFm2PConVJa
Nuestro equipo de inscripción estará disponible para ayudarle a inscribir a su estudiante en cualquiera de nuestras 56 escuelas.
Podrás:
✅ Inscribirte al instante
✅ Obtener respuestas a tus preguntas
✅ Obtener más información sobre nuestros excelentes programas y ver por qué las familias nos eligen año tras año.
✅ Académicos innovadores, actividades extracurriculares excepcionales y la oportunidad de obtener créditos universitarios durante la preparatoria: nuestras escuelas son un lugar para crecer y sentirse parte de la comunidad.
Lista de documentos para la inscripción:
✅ Acta de nacimiento del estudiante,
✅ Cartilla de vacunación,
✅ Comprobante de domicilio dentro de los límites del distrito escolar,
✅ La última boleta de calificaciones o formulario de baja del distrito escolar anterior (si está disponible),
✅ La tarjeta del Seguro Social de tu estudiante (si está disponible).
Aquí en Round Rock ISD, todo comienza apoyando a nuestras familias para que los estudiantes tengan acceso a una excelente educación pública, y #ItStartsWithUs.
🎉BIG NEWS! 🎉 CRE Longhorn Fun Run kicks off soon! We’re attempting to raise $40,000 for teacher professional development and school improvements and we need your help. Save the date and stay tuned for more details on how you can support our cause.
💻 Register online at MyBooster.com – 10/27/2025
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 11/10/2025
👟 Event Day – 11/18/2025
💻 Register online at MyBooster.com – 10/27/2025
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 11/10/2025
👟 Event Day – 11/18/2025
Our theme this year is Making Every Moment Magical — and we can’t wait to share the magic with you!
Over the next few months, we’ll be highlighting one of our amazing teaching teams each week so you can get to know the people who make Cactus Ranch such a special place to learn and grow.
This week, we’re shining the spotlight on our incredible Third Grade Team! Come learn more about them and how they make the magic happen here: https://sites.google.com/roundrockisd.org/cactusranch3rdgrade/home
Exciting news! House Council results will be posted today at 4pm! Please click on this link to see the results. This year's competition was tougher than ever with 87 students applying for only 36 spots! We are so proud of the effort, leadership, and heart each students showed through the process!
Today is the day! It is Welcome Walk! From 5-8pm tonight, students who live within the Cactus Ranch zone will receive a visit from their teacher unless you have already completed the Alternative Welcome Walk Form! We are so excited to see you soon!
Welcome back! Mark your calendars for these events:
Welcome Walk 8/7 5pm-8pm
Howdy 8/11 8am-9am
First Day of School 8/12
Can't wait to see you!
It's everything Round Rock ISD, in your pocket!
Download in the App Store or Google Play App starting July 11. https://www.roundrockisd.org/o/rrisd/page/district-mobile-apps
Download in the App Store or Google Play App starting July 11. https://www.roundrockisd.org/o/rrisd/page/district-mobile-apps
You and your future Kindergartner are invited to Cactus Ranch Elementary’s Kinder Peek! During this event, your child will meet our fantastic Kindergarten teachers and get a sneak peek into what Kindergarten will be like next year! Parents will also have the chance to meet Cactus Ranch Elementary's administration and learn more about our school. It will be on Friday, May 9th from 8:15am-10am.
