Rains ISD

[11/13/2025] This morning an ambulance was called to Rains Elementary for a medical emergency involving an employee. Thank you to those on the campus who responded so quickly as well as all EMS responders.

Mark your calendars! 🗓️
Family Literacy Night is happening Nov. 13th, 5–6:30 PM at Rains Elementary!
Free books, games, prizes, food trucks, and tons of fun for the whole family! 📚🎉

#WeAreRains #LiteracyNight

[11/12/2025] This morning an ambulance was called to Rains Junior High for a non-life threatening emergency involving a student. Thank you to those on the campus who responded so quickly as well as all EMS responders.

💙🐾 Wildcat Wednesday 💙🐾

We’re proud to shine the spotlight on our Special Education Department Diagnostician, Teresa Burns! 🌟

#WeAreRains #RainsISDSpotlight #FullSteamAhead

Honoring the courage, sacrifice, and strength of our heroes. 💙❤️🤍

#VeteransDay #HonoringOurHeroes

𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫: the November School Board meeting has been moved to Tuesday, November 11th at 6:30 PM in the Philip Alexander Board Room at the Rains ISD Administration Building. 📅

Rains ISD is proud to announce that we have earned an “A” Superior Achievement Rating on the 2024-2025 Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) review based on 2023-2024 data!⭐

This recognition highlights our district’s outstanding financial management, transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility. The Superior Achievement Rating is the highest possible rating that reflects our commitment to effective management, strategic planning, and ensuring that every dollar is maximized for the benefit of our students. 🏫

A huge shout-out to our Business Office for their dedication to maintaining a strong financial foundation and supporting our students’ success! 👏

#WeAreRains #WildcatProud #FirstRating

Rains High School hosted an inspiring College and Career Day yesterday, bringing together representatives from branches of the military alongside numerous local businesses and colleges. Students had the opportunity to explore future pathways, ask questions, and make valuable connections for their careers and education. 🤩

A huge thank you to all who participated and helped our Wildcats plan for their bright futures. Go Wildcats! 💙

💙🐾 Wildcat Wednesday 💙🐾

We’re proud to shine the spotlight on our Intermediate Campus Paraprofessional, Misty Mattson! 🌟

#WeAreRains #RainsISDSpotlight #FullSteamAhead

Yesterdays City National Bank “Signing Night” was a huge success! Our students had the opportunity to open their very own savings accounts, marking an exciting first step toward building strong financial futures.

We are so thankful for our partnership with City National Bank and their dedication to supporting our students beyond the classroom. Opportunities like this help students learn real-world financial skills and show them that their community believes in their success.

#WeAreRains #WildcatProud #CommunitySupport

As we wrap up Principals Appreciation Month, we want to share our gratitude for the incredible principals across Rains ISD who lead with heart, inspire excellence, and support our students, staff, and community every single day. 💙

Join us in celebrating and thanking our amazing principals for all they do! 👏

#WeAreRains #WildcatProud #NationalPrincipalsMonth #FullSteamAhead

💙🐾 Wildcat Wednesday 💙🐾

We’re proud to shine the spotlight on our Art Para/After School Program Director, Joy Beaird! 🌟

#WeAreRains #RainsISDSpotlight #FullSteamAhead

We proudly say NO to drugs and YES to bright futures! 🌟
Red Ribbon Week reminds us that the choices we make today shape the amazing goals we’ll achieve tomorrow.

#RedRibbonWeek #WeAreRains

A huge congratulations to our Rains High School Wildcat Band!

Earning a Division II rating is an excellent achievement and a reflection of all your hard work and dedication. Way to go, Wildcats! 🎶💙

#WeAreRains #wildcatproud

💙🐾 Wildcat Wednesday 💙🐾

We’re proud to shine the spotlight on our Security Assistant & Bus Driver, Catherine Wallace! 🌟

#WeAreRains #RainsISDSpotlight #FullSteamAhead

‼️ GAME CHANGE DUE TO WEATHER ‼️

Wednesday, October 22nd
JH @ Malakoff
Tuff Cats start at 5:30PM
7th A start at 6:00PM
8th A to follow

Wednesday, October 22nd
JV @ Rains
Start at 6:30PM

Thursday, October 23rd
Varsity @ Malakoff
Start at 7:30PM

Please share! Let's go WILDCATS!! 🏈💙

😺🌟 Happy National Boss’s Day! 😺🌟

We’re taking a moment to celebrate Superintendent Joe Nicks, a leader whose energy, vision, and commitment are making a BIG difference at Rains ISD! We’re grateful for his passion for our students, staff, and community. Together, we can build on success and accelerate toward excellence! 🌟

💙🐾 Learn more about Mr. Nicks below!
https://www.rainsisd.org/page/superintendent

#WeAreRains #FullSteamAhead #Boss'sDay

Rains ISD has added new Frequently Asked Questions to the V.A.R.T.E. informational site! 📢
Stay connected and in the know! Visit the website to view the new FAQs and don’t hesitate to submit any questions you may have! 💙🐾

💻 bit.ly/RISD-VATRE25

#WeAreRains #FullSteamAhead #WildcatNation