News and Updates

School Board Recognition Month 2026
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we’re celebrating the incredible leaders who champion our students, staff, and community.

🎾 Girls Tennis 🎾
Girls tennis will begin after Christmas break. If you are interested in joining the tennis team, please reach out to Mr. Livings at forrest.livings@risd.org , the girls tennis coach.
Students must have a current sports physical on file and all Rank One online forms completed in order to participate.
More information will be shared as we get closer to the start date.

Parent University – “Getting Ready for College, Career & Beyond”
Families are invited to join Richardson ISD for a virtual Parent University series focused on academic and postsecondary options for students.

RISD Board of Trustees Approves Academic Calendars for 26-27 and 27-28 School Years
During the December board meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the academic calendars for the next two school years.

2025-26 Campus Teachers of the Year
Celebrating the outstanding educators for the 2025-2026 school year, chosen by each school in RISD.

RISD Voters Approve Bond 2025
During the November 4, 2025 election, voters chose to approve all three Propositions on the district’s $1.4 billion bond package.

RISD Schools Earn 100+ State Distinction Designations
Thirty Richardson ISD schools have earned 101 state distinctions in the 2025 Texas Education Agency (TEA) Accountability Ratings.

New Volunteer Management System
Before participating in volunteer opportunities in schools and district facilities, all RISD volunteers must complete a background check.

Richardson ISD Previews Projected 2025 Accountability Ratings
At the Aug. 7 Board meeting, district leaders presented an update on student performance and a preview of the upcoming 2025 accountability ratings.

RISD Cell Phone Policy
For the fourth year, RISD campuses will continue to be cell phone-free schools.

Application For Free and Reduced Meals For the 2025-2026 School Year Now Open
Parents of enrolled RISD students may now complete forms online to qualify for free or reduced cost meals for the 2025-26 school year that begins August 12.

Apollo Dodgeball Classic
Hey Panthers, its almost time for the Apollo Dodgeball Classic! This is our annual student versus teacher dodgeball tournament. The teachers will play against student teams on Friday, Dec 12th.

RISD in the Classroom:
Mr. Friesen’s Science Class featured in RISD in the Classroom

Surprise for Apollo Junior High
Apollo Junior High had the most unique donors support for the Foundation and North Texas Giving Day campaign.