News and 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.

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.

Field Day
It was another amazing field day at CCE!

Students of the Month
Congrats to our Students of the Month!

Rock the STAAR!
Our students worked hard to prepare for the STAAR tests, and we are so proud of them!

Library Makerspace Days
Makerspace Days are a favorite at the library. Students explore, tinker, and create!

Cougar House Assembly
We are so proud of our 3rd quarter award winners!

Kindergarten Authors
Our kindergarten students are officially authors!

Read Across America
We had an amazing time celebrating Read Across America Week!

UIL Success
CCE students have top placements in multiple categories!

In the News: Beloved Richardson school crossing guard keeps students safe — even in freezing weather
Fox 4 story about Mr. Jimmy who is known as a Richardson ISD crossing guard who never misses a day.

In the News: Giant inflatable Earth gives Richardson students a new perspective on geography
A nearly two-story-tall inflatable Earth Dome that is used at schools around the country stopped to help them get a better understanding of geography.