News and Updates
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Spanish Spelling Bee
Congratulations to all of the participants of RISD’s third annual Spanish Spelling Bee.
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Fine Arts Showcases
The Berkner showcase is Feb. 6, and the Pearce learning community’s showcase is April 15.
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Literacy Trunk or Treat!!!
23-24 Literacy Trunk or Treat!!!
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Richardson Reads Day!
We love to read at CBE!
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RISD Points of Pride
Check out some of the amazing celebrations for Richardson ISD!
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month (Spanish: Mes nacional de la herencia hispana) is annually celebrated from September 15 to October 15 in the United States for recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States
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Cheers to Education!
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be ignited.” —Plutarch
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Why I Love RISD
Students, parents, volunteers, teachers, staff, and community members share their reasons why they love this school district.
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District Hiring Elementary Campus Security Officers
RISD will be hiring armed campus security officers for 34 elementary schools.
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Free & Reduced Meal Applications
Applications are required for families to receive school meal benefits for the 2023-2024 school year.
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RISD Moving to SchoolCafe for Cafeteria Payments for 23-24
Richardson ISD is implementing a new school cafeteria payment system for 2023-24, called SchoolCafe.
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Senior Breakfast
Come join us for the Senior Breakfast. May 22, 8-9 am
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Snap, Medicaid Application Assistance
RISD has partnered with Children’s Health to assist RISD families in applying or renewing Snap and Medicaid benefits.
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RISD Mobile Parent App
The app allows parents of enrolled students to easily view important information related a student’s education.
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2023-24 Enrollment
Enrollment for the 2023-2024 school Now Open.