🌟 Bright Minds, Bold Ideas! | ¡Mentes Brillantes, Grandes Ideas! 🌟
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD invites you to our Gifted & Talented Fall Showcase 2026! 🎓💡
Come celebrate the creativity, innovation, and hard work of our talented GT students as they proudly showcase their projects! ⭐
📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Early Childhood Academy Gym
🎉 Entertainment & Snacks
Bring your family and join us for an exciting evening celebrating our students and their amazing accomplishments! 💙💛
📞 For more information:
Jesús A. Martínez, GT Director
956-370-4733 Ext. 4712
¡Los esperamos! 🎉
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD invites you to our Gifted & Talented Fall Showcase 2026! 🎓💡
Come celebrate the creativity, innovation, and hard work of our talented GT students as they proudly showcase their projects! ⭐
📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Early Childhood Academy Gym
🎉 Entertainment & Snacks
Bring your family and join us for an exciting evening celebrating our students and their amazing accomplishments! 💙💛
📞 For more information:
Jesús A. Martínez, GT Director
956-370-4733 Ext. 4712
¡Los esperamos! 🎉
2nd Annual Stuff the Bus Campaign!
Last year’s campaign was a tremendous success, and with your generosity and support, we hope to make this year’s even bigger and better! We are calling on our RGCGISD community to help us fill the bus by donating essential food items that will help bring a little extra joy and support to families in need this holiday season.
📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Two Donation Locations:
Walmart Supercenter – 4534 US 83, Rio Grande City, TX
Border Town (Alto Bonito) – 7251 U.S. 83 Frontage Rd.
🥫 Items Needed: Canned vegetables, stuffing, instant mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, beans, canned fruit, pie fillings, cranberry sauce, gravy packets, seasonings, cereal, and oatmeal.
We encourage our local businesses and organizations to participate and help make this food drive a success. Every donation, big or small, can make a meaningful difference in the lives of families right here in our community.
Together, let's fill the bus and spread the spirit of giving this Thanksgiving!
Last year’s campaign was a tremendous success, and with your generosity and support, we hope to make this year’s even bigger and better! We are calling on our RGCGISD community to help us fill the bus by donating essential food items that will help bring a little extra joy and support to families in need this holiday season.
📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Two Donation Locations:
Walmart Supercenter – 4534 US 83, Rio Grande City, TX
Border Town (Alto Bonito) – 7251 U.S. 83 Frontage Rd.
🥫 Items Needed: Canned vegetables, stuffing, instant mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, beans, canned fruit, pie fillings, cranberry sauce, gravy packets, seasonings, cereal, and oatmeal.
We encourage our local businesses and organizations to participate and help make this food drive a success. Every donation, big or small, can make a meaningful difference in the lives of families right here in our community.
Together, let's fill the bus and spread the spirit of giving this Thanksgiving!
Migrant Parent
Advisory Council Meeting
Advisory Council Meeting
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD invites our RGCGISD families and community to join us for a fun-filled evening of Lotería, pan dulce, cafecito, and family fun!
Bring your family and friends and enjoy a wonderful night of games, delicious treats, and community fellowship. It's a great opportunity to come together, celebrate our culture, and create lasting memories!
📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 RGCGISD Multi-Purpose Center
We look forward to seeing you there!
Bring your family and friends and enjoy a wonderful night of games, delicious treats, and community fellowship. It's a great opportunity to come together, celebrate our culture, and create lasting memories!
📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 RGCGISD Multi-Purpose Center
We look forward to seeing you there!
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD invites parents of students who may qualify for the Gifted & Talented (GT) Program to attend one of our upcoming GT Referral Parent Orientation Meetings!
During these meetings, parents will receive important information about the GT referral process, including nominations, testing, GT services, and student projects.
📅 Upcoming Meeting Dates & Locations:
Monday, November 9, 2026 | 4:30 – 5:30 PM
La Unión Elementary
Thursday, November 12, 2026 | 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Alberto & Celia Barrera Elementary
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary
We encourage parents to attend and learn more about the opportunities and services available through our Gifted & Talented Program.
During these meetings, parents will receive important information about the GT referral process, including nominations, testing, GT services, and student projects.
📅 Upcoming Meeting Dates & Locations:
Monday, November 9, 2026 | 4:30 – 5:30 PM
La Unión Elementary
Thursday, November 12, 2026 | 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Alberto & Celia Barrera Elementary
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary
We encourage parents to attend and learn more about the opportunities and services available through our Gifted & Talented Program.
NO CLASSES – MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2026
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD students will have the day off on Monday, November 2, as our staff will be having a Professional Learning Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, November 3.
Daylight Savings Time ends this Sunday, November 1. Remember to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night and enjoy that extra hour of sleep! Enjoy the long weekend, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday!
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD students will have the day off on Monday, November 2, as our staff will be having a Professional Learning Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, November 3.
Daylight Savings Time ends this Sunday, November 1. Remember to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night and enjoy that extra hour of sleep! Enjoy the long weekend, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday!
Charging Into Fire Safety!
RGCGISD students kicked off Fire Prevention Week this morning with a fun and engaging presentation from the Rio Grande City Fire Department!
This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower,” focused on teaching students how everyday rechargeable devices—such as iPads, e-bikes, electronics, and other battery-powered items—can become fire hazards when they are not charged or handled safely.
Our firefighters did an outstanding job keeping our students entertained, involved, and learning throughout the presentation. The students had a great time while picking up important fire-safety lessons they can take home and share with their families.
A big thank you to the Rio Grande City Fire Department and the City of Rio Grande City for spending the morning with our students and helping us charge into Fire Prevention Week safely!
RGCGISD students kicked off Fire Prevention Week this morning with a fun and engaging presentation from the Rio Grande City Fire Department!
This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower,” focused on teaching students how everyday rechargeable devices—such as iPads, e-bikes, electronics, and other battery-powered items—can become fire hazards when they are not charged or handled safely.
Our firefighters did an outstanding job keeping our students entertained, involved, and learning throughout the presentation. The students had a great time while picking up important fire-safety lessons they can take home and share with their families.
A big thank you to the Rio Grande City Fire Department and the City of Rio Grande City for spending the morning with our students and helping us charge into Fire Prevention Week safely!
The RGCGISD Migrant Department held its Pre-Meaningful Consultation Migrant Parent Officer's Meeting on Friday, October 2, 2026. The meeting focused on program requirements, student needs, reports on purchased items, unfinished business, upcoming events, and next steps. The meeting provided an opportunity for meaningful discussion, collaboration, and planning to ensure continued support for Migrant students and their families.
Pictured (left to right): Edna Eguia, Vice-President; Elizabeth Amaro, Secretary; Maria Guadalupe Zarate and Jesus Zarate, Parliamentarians; Marissa Aguilar, Bilingual/ESL and Migrant Education Program Director; Sonya Salinas, Migrant Facilitator; and Olga Gonzalez, Migrant Evaluator.
Pictured (left to right): Edna Eguia, Vice-President; Elizabeth Amaro, Secretary; Maria Guadalupe Zarate and Jesus Zarate, Parliamentarians; Marissa Aguilar, Bilingual/ESL and Migrant Education Program Director; Sonya Salinas, Migrant Facilitator; and Olga Gonzalez, Migrant Evaluator.
RGCGISD LEADERS SHINING AT REGION ONE!
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD is incredibly proud to have our district leaders representing RGCGISD at the 2nd Annual Region One Best Practices Institute!
We proudly recognize Mrs. Nydia I. Benitez, Director of Talent Management & Strategic Staffing, as she presents alongside La Joya ISD and United ISD on “The Road to Enhanced TIA: Strategic Compensation in Action.” Her leadership and expertise continue to showcase the innovative work happening across our district.
We are equally proud of Mrs. Brenda Carmona, Mr. Jesse Rodríguez, and Mr. Armando Gutierrez as they share the remarkable success story of Alberto & Celia Barrera Elementary through their session, “From F to A: The Game Plan That Changed the Game!” Their presentation highlights the leadership, teamwork, determination, and strategic practices that helped transform a campus and positively impact student achievement.
Having RGCGISD leaders selected to share their knowledge and successes with educators from across the region is something worth celebrating! ❤️💙💛
Best of luck to our presenters! Thank you for representing RGCGISD with excellence and demonstrating what is possible when great leadership, strong teams, and an unwavering commitment to students come together.
We are RGCGISD Proud!
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD is incredibly proud to have our district leaders representing RGCGISD at the 2nd Annual Region One Best Practices Institute!
We proudly recognize Mrs. Nydia I. Benitez, Director of Talent Management & Strategic Staffing, as she presents alongside La Joya ISD and United ISD on “The Road to Enhanced TIA: Strategic Compensation in Action.” Her leadership and expertise continue to showcase the innovative work happening across our district.
We are equally proud of Mrs. Brenda Carmona, Mr. Jesse Rodríguez, and Mr. Armando Gutierrez as they share the remarkable success story of Alberto & Celia Barrera Elementary through their session, “From F to A: The Game Plan That Changed the Game!” Their presentation highlights the leadership, teamwork, determination, and strategic practices that helped transform a campus and positively impact student achievement.
Having RGCGISD leaders selected to share their knowledge and successes with educators from across the region is something worth celebrating! ❤️💙💛
Best of luck to our presenters! Thank you for representing RGCGISD with excellence and demonstrating what is possible when great leadership, strong teams, and an unwavering commitment to students come together.
We are RGCGISD Proud!
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD would like to remind all parents and students that there will be NO CLASSES on Friday, October 9, and Monday, October 12, in observance of Fall Break.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 13.
We hope our students, families, and staff enjoy a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved fall break!
Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 13.
We hope our students, families, and staff enjoy a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved fall break!
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD would like to wish our wonderful principals a Happy National Principals Month!
This October, we celebrate and recognize the dedication, leadership, and hard work of our amazing principals who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of our students, teachers, and staff. Your commitment to excellence, passion for education, and unwavering support help shape brighter futures and stronger schools.
Thank you for your countless efforts, inspiring leadership, and the positive impact you make in our district each and every day. We are truly grateful for all that you do! Happy Principals Month! Thank you for leading with passion, purpose, and heart!
This October, we celebrate and recognize the dedication, leadership, and hard work of our amazing principals who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of our students, teachers, and staff. Your commitment to excellence, passion for education, and unwavering support help shape brighter futures and stronger schools.
Thank you for your countless efforts, inspiring leadership, and the positive impact you make in our district each and every day. We are truly grateful for all that you do! Happy Principals Month! Thank you for leading with passion, purpose, and heart!
📚✨ More Learning. Brighter Futures. ✨📚
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD is excited to offer the Texas ACE Afterschool Program for the 2026–2027 school year! ACE provides students with an engaging place to learn, explore, grow, and connect beyond the regular school day.
🌟 Students will have opportunities to:
📖 Receive academic enrichment and targeted support
➗ Strengthen Reading, Math, and STEAM skills
🎨 Participate in hands-on activities, clubs, and enrichment
🤝 Build leadership, confidence, and character
💡 Explore new interests, discover their potential, and make new friends!
ACE is available at 10 RGCGISD elementary, middle, and high school campuses, with programming offered Monday through Friday.
📅 Yearly Session: September 14, 2026 – May 21, 2027
☀️ Summer Session: May 24 – June 18, 2027
📣 Interested in enrolling your child?
Contact your child’s participating school for enrollment information and availability.
❤️💙 Same Students. Brighter Opportunities.
LEARN | GROW | BELONG | SUCCEED
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD is excited to offer the Texas ACE Afterschool Program for the 2026–2027 school year! ACE provides students with an engaging place to learn, explore, grow, and connect beyond the regular school day.
🌟 Students will have opportunities to:
📖 Receive academic enrichment and targeted support
➗ Strengthen Reading, Math, and STEAM skills
🎨 Participate in hands-on activities, clubs, and enrichment
🤝 Build leadership, confidence, and character
💡 Explore new interests, discover their potential, and make new friends!
ACE is available at 10 RGCGISD elementary, middle, and high school campuses, with programming offered Monday through Friday.
📅 Yearly Session: September 14, 2026 – May 21, 2027
☀️ Summer Session: May 24 – June 18, 2027
📣 Interested in enrolling your child?
Contact your child’s participating school for enrollment information and availability.
❤️💙 Same Students. Brighter Opportunities.
LEARN | GROW | BELONG | SUCCEED
🚨Did you know that Rio Grande City Grulla ISD Child Nutrition Program offers 👉🏻FREE👈🏻 afterschool supper for all students⁉️
✅Our district participates in the At-Risk Afterschool Meals component of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) contributing to the wellness, healthy growth & development of young children in our community 🧠🤼⛹🏻♀️🏌🏼
If your child is staying after school to participate in an approved enrichment program, they can enjoy a FREE meal before heading home🍴😋
For more information about afterschool enrichment programs and supper time of operations, please contact your child’s campus☎️
www.riograndecnp.org
✅Our district participates in the At-Risk Afterschool Meals component of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) contributing to the wellness, healthy growth & development of young children in our community 🧠🤼⛹🏻♀️🏌🏼
If your child is staying after school to participate in an approved enrichment program, they can enjoy a FREE meal before heading home🍴😋
For more information about afterschool enrichment programs and supper time of operations, please contact your child’s campus☎️
www.riograndecnp.org
RGCGISD IS GROWING — AND THE RESULTS ARE SHOWING!
📈 82 ➡️ 86
⭐ UP 4 POINTS! ⭐
Today, we celebrate PROGRESS, GROWTH, and MOMENTUM across Rio Grande City Grulla ISD!
Our district moved from an 82 in 2025 to an 86 in 2026, but what makes us even prouder is the growth happening across our campuses. Our schools are moving forward, our students are achieving more, and the collective work of our teachers, staff, administrators, families, and community is making a difference.
This is what happens when an entire district believes in what is possible and works together to achieve it.
💥 We are growing.
💥 We are improving.
💥 We are achieving.
💥 And we are not finished!
We have a clear goal for RGCGISD, and these results confirm that WE ARE ON THE RIGHT PATH.
Every point gained represents students learning, teachers giving their best, campuses pushing forward, and a district committed to excellence.
To our entire RGCGISD family — BE PROUD! This progress belongs to ALL of us.
82 ➡️ 86 is just the beginning.
🚀 THE MOMENTUM IS REAL.
🏆 THE RESULTS ARE SHOWING.
⭐ AND RGCGISD IS ON THE RISE!
📈 82 ➡️ 86
⭐ UP 4 POINTS! ⭐
Today, we celebrate PROGRESS, GROWTH, and MOMENTUM across Rio Grande City Grulla ISD!
Our district moved from an 82 in 2025 to an 86 in 2026, but what makes us even prouder is the growth happening across our campuses. Our schools are moving forward, our students are achieving more, and the collective work of our teachers, staff, administrators, families, and community is making a difference.
This is what happens when an entire district believes in what is possible and works together to achieve it.
💥 We are growing.
💥 We are improving.
💥 We are achieving.
💥 And we are not finished!
We have a clear goal for RGCGISD, and these results confirm that WE ARE ON THE RIGHT PATH.
Every point gained represents students learning, teachers giving their best, campuses pushing forward, and a district committed to excellence.
To our entire RGCGISD family — BE PROUD! This progress belongs to ALL of us.
82 ➡️ 86 is just the beginning.
🚀 THE MOMENTUM IS REAL.
🏆 THE RESULTS ARE SHOWING.
⭐ AND RGCGISD IS ON THE RISE!
🎉 Elevating Excellence! 🎉
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD is proud to celebrate our TIA Designated Teachers whose dedication, talent, and impact make a difference every day! 🍎⭐
This year, 288 teachers were paid a total of $5,163,590 through the Teacher Incentive Allotment! 💙💛❤️
Congratulations to our outstanding educators—your excellence, impact, and commitment to students deserve to be celebrated!
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD is proud to celebrate our TIA Designated Teachers whose dedication, talent, and impact make a difference every day! 🍎⭐
This year, 288 teachers were paid a total of $5,163,590 through the Teacher Incentive Allotment! 💙💛❤️
Congratulations to our outstanding educators—your excellence, impact, and commitment to students deserve to be celebrated!
You're Invited to the RGCGISD Back-to-School Bash! 🎒
Join us for a fun-filled morning as we celebrate the start of a new school year!
✅ FREE 1,000 Backpacks (while supplies last)
✅ FREE School Supplies
✅ FREE Giveaways
Students must be present to receive items.
📅 Friday, August 7, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Ringgold Elementary (Fort Ringgold)
Community organizations, businesses, and agencies: We'd love to have you participate! Simply scan the QR code to register. Together, let's support our students and families for a successful school year!
Join us for a fun-filled morning as we celebrate the start of a new school year!
✅ FREE 1,000 Backpacks (while supplies last)
✅ FREE School Supplies
✅ FREE Giveaways
Students must be present to receive items.
📅 Friday, August 7, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Ringgold Elementary (Fort Ringgold)
Community organizations, businesses, and agencies: We'd love to have you participate! Simply scan the QR code to register. Together, let's support our students and families for a successful school year!
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD Child Nutrition Program 📢 Public Notice: Free School Meals for All Students during the 2026-2027 School Year 🍝🥦🥛🍊
Rio Grande City Grulla ISD is proud to partner with Driscoll Health Plan to help our students and families prepare for a successful school year.
Join us on Thursday, July 23, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Grulla High School for free backpacks and school supplies (while supplies last), health screenings, haircuts, community resources, and more.
No registration is required, and there is no cost to attend. Students must be present to receive services and supplies.
For more information, contact Delia Garza at (956) 225-8341.
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Rio Grande City Grulla ISD se enorgullece de colaborar con Driscoll Health Plan para ayudar a nuestros estudiantes y familias a prepararse para un exitoso año escolar.
Acompáñenos el jueves 23 de julio, de 9:00 a.m. a 11:30 a.m., en Grulla High School, donde habrá mochilas y útiles escolares gratuitos (hasta agotar existencias), exámenes de salud, cortes de cabello, recursos comunitarios y mucho más.
No es necesario registrarse y el evento es completamente gratuito. Los estudiantes deben estar presentes para recibir los servicios y los útiles escolares.
Para más información, comuníquese con Delia Garza al (956) 225-8341.
Join us on Thursday, July 23, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Grulla High School for free backpacks and school supplies (while supplies last), health screenings, haircuts, community resources, and more.
No registration is required, and there is no cost to attend. Students must be present to receive services and supplies.
For more information, contact Delia Garza at (956) 225-8341.
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Rio Grande City Grulla ISD se enorgullece de colaborar con Driscoll Health Plan para ayudar a nuestros estudiantes y familias a prepararse para un exitoso año escolar.
Acompáñenos el jueves 23 de julio, de 9:00 a.m. a 11:30 a.m., en Grulla High School, donde habrá mochilas y útiles escolares gratuitos (hasta agotar existencias), exámenes de salud, cortes de cabello, recursos comunitarios y mucho más.
No es necesario registrarse y el evento es completamente gratuito. Los estudiantes deben estar presentes para recibir los servicios y los útiles escolares.
Para más información, comuníquese con Delia Garza al (956) 225-8341.
JOIN THE ADSY SUMMER ADVENTURE!
Get ready for THREE AMAZING WEEKS of learning, exploration, creativity, and FUN at RGCGISD’s ADSY Program!
From June 1–19, 2026, students in PK4–8th Grade are invited to participate in an exciting summer experience filled with engaging academics, hands-on STEAM activities, creative projects, teamwork, problem-solving, and unforgettable memories!
✨ Why ADSY?
✅ Build new skills and confidence
✅ Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and math
✅ Strengthen reading and math skills in fun and interactive ways
✅ Make new friends and create lasting memories
✅ Stay engaged, active, and inspired all summer long
📅 June 1–19, 2026
🕒 Elementary (PK4–5th): 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
🕒 Middle School (6th–8th): 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Open to ALL eligible students!
Our ADSY program is more than summer school—it’s a summer filled with discovery, innovation, friendship, and opportunities to grow. Parents, give your child a summer experience that will spark curiosity, strengthen skills, and prepare them for future success!
Join the fun. Learn new skills. Discover new passions. Create new possibilities.
#RGCGISD #EmpoweringExcellence #ADSY2026 #SummerLearning #STEAMEducation #FutureReady #PK4to8 #LearnGrowSucceed
Get ready for THREE AMAZING WEEKS of learning, exploration, creativity, and FUN at RGCGISD’s ADSY Program!
From June 1–19, 2026, students in PK4–8th Grade are invited to participate in an exciting summer experience filled with engaging academics, hands-on STEAM activities, creative projects, teamwork, problem-solving, and unforgettable memories!
✨ Why ADSY?
✅ Build new skills and confidence
✅ Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and math
✅ Strengthen reading and math skills in fun and interactive ways
✅ Make new friends and create lasting memories
✅ Stay engaged, active, and inspired all summer long
📅 June 1–19, 2026
🕒 Elementary (PK4–5th): 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
🕒 Middle School (6th–8th): 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Open to ALL eligible students!
Our ADSY program is more than summer school—it’s a summer filled with discovery, innovation, friendship, and opportunities to grow. Parents, give your child a summer experience that will spark curiosity, strengthen skills, and prepare them for future success!
Join the fun. Learn new skills. Discover new passions. Create new possibilities.
#RGCGISD #EmpoweringExcellence #ADSY2026 #SummerLearning #STEAMEducation #FutureReady #PK4to8 #LearnGrowSucceed
Due to increasing weather conditions, please see the updated graduation flyer attached.
