News and Updates
Welcome to RISD: 2027–2028 Enrollment Now Open for New Students!
In Richardson ISD, we believe every child deserves a district of opportunities. Enrollment for students new to RISD for the 2027–2028 school year is NOW OPEN!
November is National Family Engagement Month
November is National Family Engagement Month, a time dedicated to strengthening partnerships between families and schools.
24 Richardson ISD Schools Recognized Among the Best in Texas
Three were ranked in the top 100 schools, including #53 Brentfield Elementary, #55 Prairie Creek Elementary, and #76 Mohawk Elementary. The report analyzes 107,223 pre-K, elementary and middle schools across the U.S.
2027-28 Magnet & Choice Applications Open Nov. 1 Attend a Campus Tour
Tours reservations to experience the STEM Engineering Magnet program at Magnet, Science, Technology Magnet (MST) are now available.
MST Magnet Earns Apple Distinguished School Recognition for Second Time
Apple Distinguished Schools are recognized for using Apple technology in innovative ways to inspire, imagine, and impact teaching and learning.
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.