News and Updates

Dyslexia Parent Night
The event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 19, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the PDC.
Congratulations! to Jess Harben Elementary Staff and Students!
Jess Harben has been selected as one of the TOP 3 America’s Best Schools in the nation for urban school

Dyslexia Parent Night in Spanish March 1
This parent education opportunity will be conducted in Spanish.

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.
Jess Harben 6th Graders help feed children
Jess Harben 6th graders give back.

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.

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

Jess Harben Elementary Named Finalist For America’s Best Schools Award
Jess Harben 1 of 8 schools selected for National Center for Urban School Transformation.

Congratulations Ms. McCrea
Mc. McCrea is the teacher of the year!

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

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.