News and Updates

Tennis District Champion
A big FMJH CONGRATULATIONS goes out to Raj Gaitonde, 8th grade for earning the title of DISTRICT CHAMPION in 8th-grade boys singles tennis!!
This is not only a huge stand-alone achievement, but Raj is a two-time Champion as he also earned the 7th-grade title of District Champion last school year.
Way to go Raj! We are proud of you!

Dyslexia Parent Night
The event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 19, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the PDC.

Forest Meadow Junior High Cheer Competition
On February 18, Forest Meadow Junior High Cheer competed in the 2nd Annual Garland ISD Cheer Classic. They were one of three RISD junior high squads competing among other junior highs in the DFW area. FMJH received the All-Star recognition in the Large Performance category. We are proud of our squad!

RISD Mobile Parent App
The app allows parents of enrolled students to easily view important information related a student’s education.

Updated 2022-23 School Calendar
Feb. 15 and April 6 are no longer early release days.

2023-24 Enrollment
Enrollment for the 2023-2024 school year begins Feb. 28.

Every Campus Now Accepts Absentee Notes Electronically
FOCUS is the safe and secure online portal available to RISD parents to access their student’s grades, schedule, attendance, and assessment history.

“Charging” into 7th and 8th Grade Course Fair
On January 11, Forest Meadow welcomed incoming 7th and 8th graders and showcased celebrates all of the electives and core subjects that our campus has to offer!

Strategic Planning Community Engagement Opportunities
There will be opportunities to learn about the strategic goals process and provide ideas for the design committee.

Flu Season
Flu spreads easily and can cause outbreaks in schools. Please keep students at home while they’re sick.

Chargers of the Month
Forest Meadow celebrates the following Chargers of the Month for September: Bayardo Avila Murillo, 7th Grade Student of the Month

Thank a Teacher
Send a thoughtful note, host a snack cart, host breakfast or lunch, provide soft drinks or coffee for a staff meeting.

New Public Comment Submission Procedures
RISD has adopted new public comment submission procedures for Board of Trustees meetings.

Keeping Tabs on Academic Performance
Watch to learn more about some of the innovative things happening within RISD schools.

2022 School Accountability Ratings
RISD as a district received a rating of B, and two-thirds of RISD campuses received a rating of A or B.