News and Updates
MST Magnet Earns National Recognition from the Magnet Schools of America
In the 2026 announcement, MSA named 40 Nationally Certified Schools nationwide.
Richardson ISD Continues Academic Growth, Earns a B Rating, with 31 Campuses Earning As or Bs
The 2025-2026 Texas Education Agency (TEA) accountability results officially released today, confirm what we’ve been working toward — RISD’s continued growth and student progress have moved the district to a B rating!
RISD Safety Reminders
The safety of students, staff, and visitors is a top priority in RISD. We have several proactive measures in place to provide a safe and nurturing school environment that promotes student academic growth.
Network’s Mobile Food Market
The Network of Community Ministries Mobile Food Market will be available at several RISD and community locations each week beginning August 17.
Technology With Purpose: RISD prioritizes active, student-centered learning experiences.
At Richardson ISD, our North Star Goal is clear: Every student, teacher, and leader will meet or exceed their academic growth goal. Achieving that goal requires us to be intentional about every instructional tool we use—including technology.
Stopfinder Mobile App
Your child’s transportation information is just a click away! Stopfinder is the all-in-one, easy-to-use app for viewing & sharing your student’s transportation schedule.
Backpack Bash 2026-27
The 2026-27 school year is right around the corner, and this year’s Backpack Bash is coming to a campus near you in August 2026.
MST Earth Day
Students at MST Magnet had the opportunity to engage in authentic, real-world STEM work; collecting unique samples to contribute to the world’s first open-access microbial library database, helping to find new treatments for disease!
2026 STARS Teachers of the Year!
RISD’s eight 2026 STARS (Superior Teaching Achievements in RISD Schools) teachers of the year were announced on April 20!
Celebrating Innovation at MST Magnet
MST is proud to highlight the dynamic, hands-on learning experiences that define our STEM Engineering Magnet program.
Enrollment for 2026-27 is NOW OPEN!
Enroll and reserve your child’s seat by following the online enrollment.
Engineering the Future
MST White Tigers identify problems, design solutions, and implement change.
Four RISD Schools Recognized on the 2025 Texas Honor Roll
The Educational Results Partnership (ERP) awards top-performing schools in Texas for outperforming their peers in closing achievement gaps.
Magnet School Month at MST
It’s #MagnetSchoolsMonth, and we’re proud to celebrate the innovation, creativity, and excellence that define the MST community. Each February, Magnet Schools Month shines a light on public schools that offer distinctive programs and inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive — and MST stands as a powerful example of that mission in action.
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.