News and Updates

All Four Marching Bands Compete in Area Round
All four RISD marching bands qualified and competed in the 6A Area C UIL marching contest in Mesquite, held on Saturday, October 31.

Welcome to RISD: 2027–2028 Enrollment Now Open for New Students!
In Richardson ISD, we believe every child deserves a district of opportunities. Enrollment for students new to RISD for the 2027–2028 school year is NOW OPEN!

LHHS Recognized as a Purple Star Campus Supporting Military Families
Lake Highlands High School is proud to share that we are officially a Purple Star Campus, thanks to the dedicated

PALS Wildcats Spread Drug-Free Leadership and Fun During Red Ribbon Week
Our PALS Wildcats had an incredible week connecting with the next generation of Wildcats across our feeder elementary schools for

Coach Cory Campbell Named Whataburger Coach of the Week!
Join us in celebrating Coach Cory Campbell (Head Football Coach, LHHS Boys Athletic Coordinator, and Lake Highlands Learning Community Athletic

Spooky Snacks and Sweet Gratitude: Thank You, LHHS PTA!
Lake Highlands High School staff received a hauntingly delicious trick-and-treat last week thanks to our incredible PTA! A special thank

Fresh Fruit, Costumes, and Smiles: A Fun Friday at LHHS
Last Friday brought an extra dose of cheer to Lake Highlands High School! Students and staff started their morning with

November is National Family Engagement Month
November is National Family Engagement Month, a time dedicated to strengthening partnerships between families and schools.

Celebrating Super Teachers
Congratulations to Ernie Huben for being a Super Teacher!

Lake Highlands Athletes Qualify for State
Congratulations to our students for advancing to state for cross country.

From Student Voice to Student Action: Meet RISD’s 2026–27 TI-12 Student Leaders
What does it take to make the RISD experience better for every student? Sometimes, the best place to start is by asking the students themselves.

Introducing the 2026–27 SALT Student Leaders
This year’s team brings together 24 junior and senior student athletes from all four RISD high schools, nominated by their coaches for their leadership and commitment to their teams.

Unstoppable!
Congratulations to Rhett Austin on Setting a New 14:34 5K School Record!

Our Staffulty Homecoming King and Queen!
Congratulations to Bryson Porter (Principles of Law, Law Enforcement 1, Assistant Football Coach, Assistant Boys Soccer Coach, and LHHS Graduate) and Brittany Lewis

Wildcat Royalty!
Congratulations to Deuce Black (12th Grade) and Taite Thomas (12th Grade) for being crowned as this year’s LHHS Homecoming King and Queen!