News and Updates

Lake Highlands HS Volleyball Teams Serve the Community
The Varsity and JV volleyball squads give back by preparing food boxes for local families.

Winter Break Schedule & Return Dates
Winter break begins Dec. 22. Classes resume Jan. 6, 2026.

All RISD schools will have an early release day on Friday, Dec. 19
All RISD schools will have an early release day on Friday, Dec. 19

Parent University – “Getting Ready for College, Career & Beyond”
Families are invited to join Richardson ISD for a virtual Parent University series focused on academic and postsecondary options for students.

RISD Board of Trustees Approves Academic Calendars for 26-27 and 27-28 School Years
During the December board meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the academic calendars for the next two school years.

2025-26 Campus Teachers of the Year
Celebrating the outstanding educators for the 2025-2026 school year, chosen by each school in RISD.

Fall Show “The Crucible” Wows Audiences!
Our Fall Show, The Crucible, was absolutely amazing! A huge thank you to Caddo Lindsey (Theater Director), Zaria Brownlee (Technical

Career Prep Wildcats Explore Retail at American Eagle
Our Wildcats in the Career Prep program got an exciting behind-the-scenes look at the retail world with a visit to

LHQ BBQ Club Brings the Heat at WhiteRockQ Competition!
The BBQ Club at LHQ sizzled their way to success at the WhiteRockQ BBQ Competition! Going up against 10 teams—many

Wildcat Battalion Earns Top Honors at Dallas Veterans Day Parade
On Veterans Day, the Lake Highlands Wildcat Battalion proudly marched in the Dallas Veterans Day Parade. Representing Richardson ISD, 167

STUCO Food Drive
STUCO organized a week-long food drive to restock our campus food closet.

7th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway
Our 7th annual Turkey Giveaway was a heartwarming success thanks to the generosity of our community. With your donations, we

Home Gun Safety Storage Tips
Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, their families, and staff is our highest priority.

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).
