News and Updates

Early Release May 22
Early Release May 22. Enjoy your summer!

Mohawk Elementary Welcomes New Principal
Catie Sheffield, Assistant Principal at Arapaho Classical Magnet and Richardson ISD’s 2025–2026 Elementary Assistant Principal of the Year, has been appointed principal of Mohawk Elementary beginning in the 2026–2027 school year.

Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month
May marks the celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, recognizing one of the largest and most diverse communities in the world.

Celebrating Super Teachers
Eight RISD teachers were celebrated on April 7 and recognized as RISD Super Teachers for the third grading period in the 2025-26 school year.

Enrollment for 2026-27 is NOW OPEN!
Enroll and reserve your child’s seat by following the online enrollment.

Weather Closure Makeup Plan – January 26–29, 2026
Learn more about the make-up plan to address the missed instructional time.

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.

Mohawk Elementary Student Earns Second Place in Trinity River Authority’s 2025 Art Contest
Mohawk Elementary’s Sloane Carr earned second place in the Trinity River Authority’s 2025 Art Contest, standing out among more than 1,900 entries from across the Trinity River Basin.

RISD Voters Approve Bond 2025
During the November 4, 2025 election, voters chose to approve all three Propositions on the district’s $1.4 billion bond package.

RISD Schools Earn 100+ State Distinction Designations
Thirty Richardson ISD schools have earned 101 state distinctions in the 2025 Texas Education Agency (TEA) Accountability Ratings.

Jonathan Stutzman Shares New Book
Jonathan shared his new book, Tiny T. Rex with us.

Mohawk Green Team is on the scene!
We are DREAMing BIG to save the planet!

New Volunteer Management System
Before participating in volunteer opportunities in schools and district facilities, all RISD volunteers must complete a background check.

Richardson ISD Previews Projected 2025 Accountability Ratings
At the Aug. 7 Board meeting, district leaders presented an update on student performance and a preview of the upcoming 2025 accountability ratings.