News and Updates

Richardson ISD is Named CTE District of Distinction
RISD is among the 72 school districts in the state of Texas to be recognized as a 2026 District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas (CTAT).

National Signing Day 2025
Athletes from RISD high schools have committed to continuing their academic and athletic development at colleges and universities around the country on National Signing Day, November 12.

Meet The Impact 12 for 2025-2026
Learn more about the student advisory group made up of three seniors from each high school.

It’s Playoffs Time!
Richardson, Lake Highlands, and Berkner teams are headed to the Texas UIL football playoffs after a fantastic season.

Keeping Tabs on the Fall Semester
Watch the fall edition of the superintendent’s video newsletter, Keeping Tabs for the 2025-26 School Year.

Owen Faris Commits to SDSU!
One of our very own is becoming an Aztec! Owen Faris (12) has committed to San Diego State University, and

New Volleyball Coach Brings Lake Highlands District Title
The Wildcat volleyball team is spiking into a fresh era, with new head coach Emily Hubacek at the helm. The

RISD Seeks Input on Calendar Proposals for 26-27 and 27-28 Academic School Years
The Board will adopt the calendars at an upcoming meeting, after reviewing the community’s feedback.

RISD Voters Approve Bond 2025
During the November 4, 2025 election, voters chose to approve all three Propositions on the district’s $1.4 billion bond package.

Stock the Shelves Donation Drive
In partnership with Network of Communities Ministries, RISD is hosting a Stock the Shelves donation drive to support RISD families in need.

RISD Schools Earn 100+ State Distinction Designations
Thirty Richardson ISD schools have earned 101 state distinctions in the 2025 Texas Education Agency (TEA) Accountability Ratings.

Homecoming Victory: 42 Reasons to Cheer!
The Wildcats crushed MacArthur in a Homecoming blowout, finishing 42-0 in front of a roaring crowd. Fans cheered, danced, and celebrated the team’s dominant performance, making this Homecoming one to remember.

Cheers to our King and Queen!
Congratulations to Xavier Reyes and Caroline Cummins for being crowned our 2025 Homecoming King and Queen! Their energy, school spirit, and pride shine as they lead the celebrations and represent our Wildcats this Homecoming season.

Everything’s bigger in Texas — especially our Homecoming mums!
Students showed off their Texas-sized school spirit by showcasing their elaborate Homecoming mums this week. The colorful creations, covered in ribbons, bells, and trinkets, celebrated one of Texas’s most beloved high school traditions. Hallways buzzed with excitement as students compared designs, snapped photos, and shared in the fun leading up to the big game and dance.

StuCo + School Spirit = Homecoming!
Our Student Council Wildcats, under the leadership of Erin Chesal (STUCO Sponsor, Social Studies, and Social Studies Department Head), did an amazing job during Homecoming Week! Thank you for all of your hard work in planning the dance, planning daily events, and working to make everything amazing!