Rains ISD

☀️ SPRING BREAK!!! ☀️ Have a fantastic break, use this time to recharge, create memories, and enjoy a well-deserved break! Wildcats be safe, have fun, and see you back on Monday, March 17, 2025! 😎 #SpringBreak #WeAreRains

[03/06/2025] This afternoon an ambulance was called to Rains Junior High for a medical emergency involving a student. Parents have been notified and student is safe. Thank you to those on the campus who responded so quickly as well as all EMS responders.

[03/04/2025 ] All campuses at Rains ISD were placed on secure status for a brief period due to shots fired off campus. No threats were identified. The secure status has been lifted, and normal school operations have resumed.

📢 Reminder: Upcoming Fridays are Full School Days! 📚 As approved by an 80.7% vote from staff, parents, students, and community members, and by the Rains Independent School District Board of Trustees in August, the following three Fridays will be full school days for both students and staff. March 21, 2025 March 28, 2025 April 4, 2025 🗓️ Key Updates: -The last day of school will now be May 29th (instead of June 5th). -Graduation will take place on May 30th (instead of June 6th). -This change allows for additional instructional time leading up to STAAR testing. Thank you for your continued support as we implement this calendar amendment. Let’s finish strong! Summer is around the corner!! ☀️ #WeAreRains #GoWildcats

🎉 School Social Worker Appreciation 🎉 We appreciate the profound impact you have on our school community. Thank you for tirelessly providing emotional support, guidance, and resources that enhance our students’ academic and personal growth. We thank Communities in Schools North Texas for their partnership in empowering our Rains ISD students for a brighter future! 💙 #WildcatProud #WeAreWildcats

Good morning, Wildcat Family! We understand that some areas experienced wind damage overnight. Most roads are passable, and school will be in session at the regular time. Buses will run on their normal schedule. Please travel safely!

Thank you so much to Ms. Kelli Hunt at Rains Junior High for investing her time to advocate for new calculators for 145 Rains ISD students through her grant she submitted this year through the Rains Education Foundation! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 #WeAreRains #InnovativeLearning

🎉 Huge congratulations to RHS students Lauren Strohbusch and Andrew Young for taking 1st place at the UIL State Film Contest in Austin with their film X-Men: Intolerance! 🏆 They earned the prestigious Nobility Award for their outstanding work! 👏 Their creativity, hard work, and dedication have truly paid off! Go Wildcats! 🐾🎬 #WildcatPride #UILFilm #RHSExcellence #WildcatProud

Rains HS Wildcat Band had a very productive rehearsal with guest clinician Doice Grant, owner of Tatum Music! UIL is next week! Go wildcats!!

The RHS Theater Company proudly presents "Death of a Salesman" on March 4th and 6th at 6:30 p.m. This show is free to the public, but donations are appreciated. Go Wildcats!

Thank you to Rains Education Foundation for the indoor sensory paths for kinesthetic learning. Our Pre-K students really enjoyed them! #WildcatWay 💙🐾

🏆 Hey Wildcats, help us congratulate our next RJH Energy Van Key recipient—Coach Knickerbocker! 🎉👏 Here’s what Mrs. Asbill had to say about him: “Coach Knickerbocker is kind, supportive, and a great role model for our students. He is an amazing math teacher and coach, not only because of his teaching skills but also because of the genuine care and concern he shows for every student. His dedication makes a lasting impact, both in the classroom and on the field.” Thank you, Coach Knickerbocker, for all that you do for RJH! 🐾💙 #WildcatProud #WeAreRains

[02/19/2025] This morning an ambulance was called to Rains Operations Department involving a minor injury of an employee. Thank you to those who responded so quickly as well as all EMS responders.

[02/19/25] Rains ISD will operate on a normal full day schedule. Buses will run on their usual schedule.

Rains ISD is closely monitoring the potential for winter weather. As of now, we are planning to have school on a regular schedule tomorrow, February 19, 2025. If conditions impact operations, parents and staff will be notified directly via phone call, email, our mobile app, and social media platforms. Please ensure your contact information in Skyward Family Access is up-to-date.

🚨 Wildcat Basketball Time Change 🚨 Due to accommodations for forecasted inclement weather, the time for tonight's game has been moved to 5:30 PM. Gates will open at 5:00 PM Let's go Wildcats!

Rains Independent School District recently recognized students who have successfully exited the English as a Second Language (ESL) program during a celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 11 in the high school cafeteria. The event honored 10 junior high and 10 high school students who have achieved an Advanced High level on the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS) and passed the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) in English Language Arts. Go Wildcats!

⭐ RISDPD Appreciation ⭐ We are very grateful for our Rains ISD Police Department! They play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, and staff. They also serve as a mentor and positive role model for our students. 💙 #WildcatProud #WildcatNation #WeAreRains

🏀 The Wildcats are in the playoffs!! 🏀 🗓 Tuesday, February 18 🆚 Pottsboro 📍 Farmersville HS ⏰6:00PM Online Tickets only! https://events.ticketspicket.com/agency/b7029d7b-d3fb-4076-a549-5e8203292073/events/3dd0030f-bfd0-471e-93af-f4ff67546b2a

Kyson H. with his award winning artwork. Honorable Mention 2nd Grade Art "Space Wonderland" at Academic Rodeo Night of the Arts in Tyler, Texas. #WildcatProud #WeAreRains