News and Updates

HBCU Fair – January 22
Presenting leadership, resources, entertainment, food and admission assistance from Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

School Board Recognition Month 2026
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we’re celebrating the incredible leaders who champion our students, staff, and community.

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

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.