News and Updates

Reminder – RISD Code of Civility Being Implemented for 2024-25
The district is implementing a new Richardson ISD Code of Civility this school year to set expectations for how students, parents, employees, and visitors treat and interact with each other while at school or communicating about school-related activities.

Back To School & First Day Safety Reminders
All parents and guardians are strongly encouraged to become familiar with how RISD schools approach safety and security.

How to Sign-up for RISD Bus Transportation
RISD provides bus service for students who live more than two miles away from their home campus.

RISD Changing 2025 Spring Break on 2024-25 Calendar
RISD is changing the dates of spring break on the 2024-25 student academic calendar. The new dates for spring break will be March 10-14, 2025 – moved up one week from the previous dates of March 17-21.

RISD Counselors Advance Far in State Competition
Katie Sanders of Arapaho Classical Magnet made it to the semifinals, and Melanie Theissen of LHHS was named a finalist.

Field Day at ACM
ACM students celebrate the end of the school year at Field Day.

Join The RISD Work Family
RISD is now interviewing positions for the 2024-25 school year.

143 Seniors Earn Associate Degrees
The PTECH program provides students an opportunity to earn a high school diploma and an associate degree simultaneously.

Principals and Assistant Principals of the Year
Congratulations to the RISD Principals and Assistant Principals of the Year!

Total Solar Eclipse Viewing at ACM
ACM students, teachers, and staff viewed the total solar eclipse with ISO approved safety glasses provided by the Perot Museum.

Verkada Guest Sign-In System
Everyone needs an ID to enter an RISD campus.

RISD Board Approves Elementary School Consolidation Plan
Five elementary campuses will be consolidated and repurposed.

ACM celebrates Read Across America Week
ACM students and teachers celebrated Read Across America Week: Adventure Awaits.

ACM proudly presents James & the Giant Peach, Jr.
4th-6th grade students performed in James & the Giant Peach, Jr. under the direction of Mrs. Dresel and Mrs. Cooper.

2024-25 Enrollment Now Open
Whether you’re new to RISD or returning for another year of school, parents can take advantage of convenient online enrollment using a PowerSchool registration account. Enrollment for returning students will require a “snapcode” that was emailed to current parents.