Another “Teacher Meet & Greet” is in the books! We met our incoming and returning scholars with excitement today. Our sponsors made it possible for all scholars to receive a backpack. @RockIsland_AP and I felt the excitement in the air. @BcpsCentral_ Rock Island Elementary School Ducarmel S. Augustin, PhD

It’s officially the first day of school! Our scholars are in for a treat. I’m immensely proud of the work that our teachers have done to transform four walls in to a remarkable place to be. @RockIsland_AP Rock Island Elementary School Ducarmel S. Augustin, PhD

Teaching is all about joy! Children bring joy. Teachers bring joy. Fun Friday, brings great joy. Thank you Teaching in High Heels for bringing your joy to our scholars every single day. I believe that 2023 will be greater than great.

Open House was a huge success! Thank you, Rockets, for a successful evening. 🚀 🚀🚀

There was a change of scenery for our 5th grade scholars today. Our scholars worked in collaboration in our cafe’ to indulge in a full course review for ELA and STEM. We’re calling it a Cafe’ Collab. Cormic M. Priester @RockIsland_AP @BcpsCentral_

Our Silent Peace Walk is a huge hit!

This week, we celebrated “Peace”. Action 4 Peace RockIslandElementary was great. I’m thankful for an amazing team of educators that support our scholars. @RockIsland_AP Ducarmel S. Augustin, PhD

This smile made my day. I love greeting our scholars as they begin their school day. It’s an honor to greet them at the entrance to the school door. Our scholars are amazing. #Year7 #RIE @RockIsland_AP Rock Island Elementary School Ducarmel S. Augustin, PhD

Our annual staff photo is always special to me. This is the sixth year of our tradition. Our RIE family is truly “Remarkable”.

We have the best facilities crew. ❤️Their dedication is authentic and heartfelt.

The moment you step on our campus you feel the love. Caring adults matter. Every one counts.

A new tradition began Rock Island Elementary School today.Our scholars were on full showcase as they marched in the parade. Each chose a vocabulary word to represent their costume.This evening we will host our annual Title I Literacy Night and “Trunk or Treat”event! Ducarmel S. Augustin, PhD @BcpsCentral_

5000RoleModelsBCPS Trunk a Treat at Rock Island Elementary School was a success. Everyone wanted to take a pic with Teen Wolf the 5000 Role Model. Cormic M. Priester @RockIsland_AP @BcpsCentral_

Our scholars continue to “Fall” in love with interactive bulletin boards. Mornings are filled with rich conversation and learning opportunities. @RockIsland_AP RockIslandElementary @BcpsCentral_

Day 1 of the Learning Forward Leadership Team Institute was impactful. We reflected deeply on our current practices as a leadership team, reaffirmed effective strategies and planned for next steps.

Day 2 of the Leadership Team Institute…action plan completed and ready to be implemented.

The Arts are so important. Mr Harden, our Remarkable Music Teacher keeps our scholars engaged and happy. These first grade scholars already know how to read and play music. It’s amazing! @RockIsland_AP Ducarmel S. Augustin, PhD @BcpsCentral_

We are proud of such a great accomplishment. This is a sixteen year journey for our school to return back to an 'A' rating. Happy Sweet Sixteen Rock Island. Stephanie Ballard

The TJ Reddick Bar Association, Prologis and the Christopher Hixon Foundation gave away backpacks at The Rock today. A huge thank you is due to our sponsors! Chris Hixon Foundation T.J. Reddick Bar Association Prologis

The Commissioner of Education for the State of Florida and our Remarkable Superintendent honored The Rock with a visit today. What a distinguished honor! As 2025-2026 unfolds, we are filled with hope and ready for this school year.