News and Updates

Celebrate the Class of 2026 Graduates
Parents of RISD seniors, we want to spotlight YOUR student as part of the “Dear Senior,” series!

Reeves Hardt Commits to OKU!
It has been a lifelong dream of senior Reeves Hardt to play college baseball, and he will get to fulfill that at Oklahoma Baptist University. Read more at The Fang – Written by: Jack Roberts

A Recap On Orchestra UIL
In March, LHHS’s very own Philharmonic and Chamber Orchestras stunned with their performances at the UIL Concert. Both orchestras earned

Winterguard Places 6th at State!
The Lake Highlands Winterguard placed 6th at the North Texas Colorguard Association State Championship. Read more at The Fang –

Lake Highlands’ ACDEC Team Puts Wildcats to the Test
Written by: Violet Milliken The Academic Decathlon is an annual competition in which students are placed in three achievement levels

Celebrating Super Teachers
Eight RISD teachers were celebrated on April 7 and recognized as RISD Super Teachers for the third grading period in the 2025-26 school year.

Fine Arts Signing Day
Join us in celebrating the 2026 Seniors across RISD who are continuing their passion for the arts at the collegiate level.

Month of the Military Child
Each April, RISD and communities across the country recognize the resilience and strength of students whose families are connected to the military.

RISD Students Shine with Broadway Dallas HSMTA Honors
Student performers and theatre programs recognized by the Broadway Dallas High School Musical Theatre Awards for their exceptional talent and dedication.

From the Band Hall to the National Stage
For the Lake Highlands High School alumnus, Toby Furr, early challenges and steep competition taught him persistence, passion, and showed the power of a strong foundation, so he could achieve his big dream of earning a spot on the world-renowned Pershing’s Own United States Army Band.

Soccer Playoffs
Four RISD teams have advanced to the UIL State Playoffs including the girls teams from Lake Highlands and Pearce and the boys teams from Lake Highlands and Pearce.

Inaugural Battle of the Books
Congratulations, book champions! Your knowledge, preparation, and love for a great story shine bright!

Japanese World Language students brought home top honors from the State Japanese Speech Contest
Our Japanese World Language students brought home top honors from the State Japanese Speech Contest!

LHHS 12th grader wins BEAM Spanish Essay Writing Contest
From Cuba to the top of the podium: Discover how LHHS 12th grader Eimy Ramos Gonzalez is mastering multiple languages and taking home first-place honors.

LHHS Diver Goes to State!
RISD qualified 5 student-athletes for the state meets for Swimming and Diving at the UIL State Meet Feb. 20 – Feb. 21, 2026