North Star Goal
Every student, teacher, and leader will meet or exceed their academic growth goals.
School News & Updates
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.
Berkner’s 2025 Marching Production “Dream On”
Berkner’s 2025 marching production is entitled “Dream On” and centers around a central character that takes the audience with them on a journey through various states of dreaming: sweet dreams, daydreams, nightmares, and hopeful dreams.
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.
Summer Resources For Parents and Students
RISD partners with organizations to offer a variety of recommendations and services to families over the summer months.
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AVID National Demonstration Schools are centers of teaching and learning that also serve as models for those interested in learning about the AVID College Readiness System. They clearly demonstrate an ongoing pursuit of excellence, both in the AVID Elective and AVID Schoolwide, to ensure college and career readiness for all AVID Elective students and improved academic performance for all students based on increased opportunities and support for success.
A National Demonstration School exhibits a college and career readiness system that is evident across the campus through rigor and high expectations for all students. There is significant evidence of AVID impact schoolwide, particularly with the infusion of AVID methodologies in content-area classrooms.
