News and Updates

Application For Free and Reduced Meals For the 2025-2026 School Year Now Open
Parents of enrolled RISD students may now complete forms online to qualify for free or reduced cost meals for the 2025-26 school year that begins August 12.

School Starts Tuesday, Aug. 12.
Visit RISD’s Back to School page to find resources, information and answers to your back-to-school questions as you get ready for the new school year.

Summer Resources For Parents and Students
RISD partners with organizations to offer a variety of recommendations and services to families over the summer months.

Class of 2025 Top 10 Graduates
Each spring, all four RISD high schools announce their Top 10 graduates

LHHS Class of 2025 Graduation
LHHS Class of 2025 Graduation Details

2025 STARS Teachers of the Year!
RISD’s eight 2025 STARS (Superior Teaching Achievements in RISD Schools) teachers of the year were announced on April 22!

Wildcat Corner Store Grand Opening
LHHS is proud to announce the grand opening of our new Wildcat Corner Store.

Amazing Art
The current exhibit in our art gallery is a collection of human structures made with tape.

Red Apple First Year Teacher Award
Red Apple First Year Teacher Award
Congratulations to Zaria Brownlee!
(Tech Theater, Theater Production, Technical Theater Director, and Auditorium Manager)

Alumni Spotlight: LHHS grad Scoot McNairy plays music icon in another Oscar-nominated film
Lake Highlands High School graduate Scoot McNairy wasn’t nominated for an Academy Award for his work in “A Complete Unknown,” but he’s mesmerizing to watch and plays a pivotal role in the story.

LHHS JROTC Service Learning Event
The Lake Highlands High School Wildcat Battalion recently concluded their impactful service learning event, emphasizing the themes of sacrifice and dedication to ideals embodied by our nation’s fallen heroes.

Fall Final Exam Schedule 2024-2025
Please see the schedule for the 24-25 Fall Final Exams

Thank You, Wild For Cats!
Wild for Cats is our annual fundraising campaign to support academics at Lake Highlands High School.

90+ RISD Students Nationally Recognized by College Board
More than 90 RISD high school students are being celebrated for earning academic honors through College Board’s National Recognition Programs.

RISD Sweeps District in Volleyball
Congratulations to all four RISD Volleyball teams for finishing in the top four spots in District 7-6A and advancing to the UIL Volleyball State Playoffs.