News and Updates
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.
2025-2026 School Supplies
Order your school supplies ahead of time!
Parkhill’s End of Year Awards Ceremony
Yesterday we gathered to celebrate the achievements of some of our 7th and 8th grade students!
Summer Resources For Parents and Students
RISD partners with organizations to offer a variety of recommendations and services to families over the summer months.
Summer Network Mobile Market Stops
Join us this June for free Mobile Market stops at various locations around the community! The Mobile Market provides access to fresh food at no cost. Everyone is welcome!
Pep Rally, May 16th
This Friday, May 16th, will be our last pep rally! Students will be on a modified schedule for this day.
Parkhill’s Service Awards
Congratulations to 10 of our Parkhill Staff for receiving recognition for their years of service in RISD!
Mid Season Soccer Tournament
Our 7th Grade Boys & 8th Grade Boys advance to the Mid Season Tournament Championship!
Parkhill Junior High – EOY MAP Testing Schedule
End of Year MAP Testing Bell Schedule for May 5th, 7th, & 8th.
Open Enrollment Applications Now Open
On April 17, families residing outside of RISD boundaries may apply to attend an RISD school for the 2025-26 school year.
STAAR Testing Bell Schedule
Spring STAAR Testing Bell Schedule
RISD Graduate Drew Timme Signed to Brooklyn Nets
Congratulations are in order for JJ Pearce alum Drew Timme as the Brooklyn Nets announce they have signed him to a multiyear deal.
2025 Spring Testing Dates
2025 STAAR & EOY MAP Testing dates for Parkhill.
Parkhill’s Red Apple Teacher 2024-2025
Congratulations to Mrs. Strange for being awarded as Parkhill’s Red Apple First Year Teacher!
Parkhill 8th Grader Selected for TAEA Youth Art Month Exhibition
Congratulations to Joy Tian for being selected to be part of the 24-25 Texas Art Education Association’s Youth Art Month Exhibition!
