News and Updates

Gather, Grow, and Gobble
Engaging Activities for Your Thanksgiving Break!

Thanksgiving Break
Enjoy your Thanksgiving Break! Student and staff holiday: November 24–28.

6th Grade Science Featured on Fox News
Watch the video of the 6th Graders Featured on Fox News!

Keeping Tabs on the Fall Semester
Watch the fall edition of the superintendent’s video newsletter, Keeping Tabs for the 2025-26 School Year.

RISD Seeks Input on Calendar Proposals for 26-27 and 27-28 Academic School Years
The Board will adopt the calendars at an upcoming meeting, after reviewing the community’s feedback.

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.

Stock the Shelves Donation Drive
In partnership with Network of Communities Ministries, RISD is hosting a Stock the Shelves donation drive to support RISD families in need.

Cougar House Assembly
CCE celebrates our first-quarter award winners for their leadership, teamwork, and Cougar Pride!

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.

CCE 6th Graders on the News
Our 6th graders had the unique opportunity to participate in a news story!

Author Visit with W. Bruce Cameron
The bestselling author of A Dog’s Purpose and many other beloved stories came to visit.

Keeping Tabs on the Beginning of the 2025-26 School Year
Watch the August edition of the superintendent’s video newsletter, Keeping Tabs.

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.