Pearce High School

Deadline to purchase Yearbook
2026-01-30
Link to Jostens: tinyurl.com/TheMustangYB
Order now for $90.

RISD Folklorico Kids Clinic
2025-11-15 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Pearce High School
K – 5th grade
Spend a fun filled morning with the RISD Folklorico teams from JJ Pearce, Lake Highlands and Richardson!
Location: JJ Pearce Dance Studio. Enter through Senior Way Doors.
Cost: $20
*Financial Aid for those who qualify. Contact madison.coleman-paul@risd.org for financial aid.
Same day registration available on November 15th.
Register here!

Deadline for Senior Ads in Yearbook
2025-11-14
Senior Ads on sale now! Click here for additional information.
Full page: $345
Half page: $210
Quarter page: 120

Junior Parent Meeting
2025-11-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Pearce Library
Informational Meeting for the Class of 2027- Prepare for Senior Year now.

Information shared will be made available following meeting at https://bit.ly/Pearcehscounseling

J.J. Pearce Marching Band Indoor Extravaganza
2025-11-11 19:00 - 19:45 | Pearce Auditorium
The MMB will perform their marching production in full uniform and will play favorite stands tunes from the football season. This event is free and open to the public and is the perfect length for kids! It will be an enjoyable, high-energy performance. Invite the community!

The MMB will also honor our veterans for their service to our country, so you could also invite veterans to join us for this special event that includes honoring the women and men of our armed forces.

Pacesetter Prep Class
2025-11-01 14:30 - 17:30 | Pearce High School
Open to 6th-9th graders
$40 single class
Register at www.pearcepacesetters.com
*Scholarships available upon request katie.hightower@risd.org

Pacesetter Bazaar
2025-10-25 - 2025-10-26
Times TBA

Deadline to register for ASVAB Testing
2025-10-21
Students in Grades 10-12, Unsure of what you want to do after high school? ASVAB is an online assessment that builds a pathway in selecting your college and or career options.
The online assessment will be offered at PHS on October 27, 2025. The sign up is open from Sept 2-Oct 21. To participate, please fill out this form.
Participation is voluntary and free of charge. For more information, visit www.asvabprogram.com. If you still need further assistance you can visit your campus’s College and Career Center or contact kellie.sellers@risd.org.

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
2025-10-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Pearce Auditorium
JJ Pearce High School honors Hispanic Heritage Month from music and art to science and leadership. Hispanic heritage has shaped the world in countless ways. This month, we celebrate traditions, voices and contributions that inspire us all.
Join us in the JJP auditorium on Wednesday, October 15th at 6:00 pm for performances, food and fun!

PHS Financial Aid Parent Night
2025-10-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Pearce Commons
Join us for an informative evening!

Information about the FAFSA
Ste by Step Financial Aid
Tips for college funds

PHS Noche de Ayuda Financiera para Padres
2025-10-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Pearce Commons
¡Únete a nosotros para una noche informativa!

Informacion del FAFSA
Ayuda Financiera paso a paso
Consejos para fondos universitarios

Blood Drive
2025-09-30
Get a permission slip from Mrs. Koenigsberg’s or Mr. Mora’s room. It needs to be signed by your parent/guardian.
Must be 16+ to donate.

Pearce Theatre presents Alice by Heart
2025-09-21 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-09-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Pearce Auditorium
For ticket information visit pearcetheatre.com.

RISD College Fair
2025-09-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Pearce High School
Free!! Meet reps from colleges, universities and careers institutes, and learn about campus life, academic programs, and scholarship opportunities!
Students enter main entrance off Melrose Dr.
For more information contact your campus counselor or college and career advisor.

Meet the Teacher
2025-09-15 17:30 - 20:00
PTA Meeting in the Library 5:30pm
Meet the Teacher Come and Go 6:00-8:00pm.

Deadline to register for TSI
2025-09-15
Need to take the TSI? We want to help you get ahead.
If you are eligible and need to show that you’re college-ready, sign up for the TSIA. PHS is offering the first round of TSI testing on September 25, 2025. Visit here to register.
The deadline to sign-up for this test is September 15, 2025. Please check the eligibility requirements which can be found on the sign-up form. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Carollo via email, candace.carollo@risd.org.

RISD Council of PTA: Dress and Suit Boutique
2025-09-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Greenwood Hills Learning Center, 1313 Westshore, Richardson, 75080
Dresses and suits available for RISD students. Park in the back for entrance.

Homecoming Dance
2025-09-13 20:00 - 22:30
Ticket Information: $35 per ticket. Sold during lunch on A days in the Commons. Cash, Card, Venmo and Zelle are accepted.
Discount tickets are available for students who receive free/reduced lunch in room D103.
No entry to dance after 9:00pm.

Deadline for Chromebook Insurance
2025-09-08
Parents and students: go to risd.schoolpay.com. Once you log-in (using parent email associated with Focus), then all fees/programs (not just technology) will be in their ‘carts’.

All students should join the DRRP since it offers substantial savings to even routine repairs. Repair parts can get very expensive as compared to the cost of the premium. Take a look at the second page of the agreement to get an idea of the price of parts should you choose not to join and need a repair!

DRRP open enrollment will be from today to Sept 8th, 2025 – appreciate your help in getting our students the device-protection they need.

Device Repair and Replacement Program Information

Senior Event: Jeans/Overall Painting Party
2025-09-03 16:30 - 17:30 | Pearce Commons
Seniors, bring your jeans/overalls, we will provide the paint!
Location: Lower level commons

Pearce Athletic Booster Club's Fall Kick-Off Cookout
2025-08-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Pearce High School
5:30-6:15pm- JJP Commons & Main Hallway-Free hot dogs and spiritwear sales and pick-up
6:15-7:00pm- Large Gym- Team introductions and performances

RISD Council of PTAs Back the Future Event
2025-08-23 09:00 - 13:00 | Pearce High School
Join us for a fun, action-packed day built just for PTA leaders like YOU- complete with role-specific trainings, tons of helpful information to set you up for success, and a vendor full of folks ready to help support your PTA and families this year.
Register today!

Deadline to Register for PSAT
2025-08-21
Deadline to register: August 21
Test day: October 15-during the school day starting at 9am
Cost: $13
Pay online Aug 4-21 by clicking here or in person, on campus, exact cash only. The PSAT registration table will be located near the Mustang Bistro C131 during both lunches.
Open to all 9th-11th grade students who register. You must register in order to take the test. No one is automatically registered. No late registration will be accepted.
If you have any questions, please contact our testing coordinator, Kallie Furgeson, at kallie.furgeson@risd.org.

Picture Day
2025-08-19 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Pearce Auditorium
For grades 9th-11th. More information coming for 12th grade. Pictures will be taken in the Auditorium foyer through Social Studies classes.
We’re excited to let you know that Legacy Studios, our official school photographer, will be on campus soon for Picture Day!
Here’s what you need to know:

Fill out the form or you can also pre-order online at schoolphotos.shop to receive significant savings.
After Picture Day, prices will go up, so don’t miss your chance to save!
You can order online with credit card or return the pre-order form with cash or check.

📅 Picture Day is scheduled for: 8/18 – 8/19
🕒 Pre-order deadline: 8/20
If you have any questions, visit LegacyStudios.com for more information.
Thank you!

Pearce Football Intra-Squad Scrimmage
2025-08-16 09:30 - 11:00 | Pearce High School
Free admission!
Location: JJP B-Field
There will be Kona Ice for sale along with spirit wear sales!

Freshmen Tours
2025-08-11 09:00 - 12:00
Please check Mrs. Breedlove’s Mustang Message for more information.

Senior Sunrise: Class of 2026
2025-08-06 06:30 - 08:00
Location: Pearce B Field
A Dutch Bro’s truck will be at Senior Sunrise. Cash only. $2-small and $3-medium.
