Pearce High School

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

Homecoming Dance
2025-09-13 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Chicago)
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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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!

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.

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

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

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.

National Signing Day
2025-11-12 08:15 - 09:00
Location: Legacy Gym
Please join us in celebrating these student athletes!
Michael Evans- Southern Methodist University-Diving
Stone Fancher-Texas State University-Golf
Brady Karp-Millsaps College- Basketball

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

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

RISD Folklorico Kids Clinic
2025-11-15 10:00 - 13:00 | 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!

Thanksgiving Basketball Clinic with JJP Lady Mustangs
2025-11-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Pearce High School
Open to girls and boys in K-6th grade
Please bring a canned good to be donated. Registration is $25. Visit https://pearceathletics.membershiptoolkit.com/packet/380751289 to register.
Contact latisha.hearne@risd.org with questions.

TELPAS Parent Workshop
2025-12-04 17:00 - 19:00
Join us for an informative and family-friendly evening to learn how you can help your child succeed on the TELPAS assessment and grow in their English language skills!
Location: Spring Valley Learning Center: 13535 Spring Grove Ave, Dallas, 75240
What to expect:
-Tips and strategies to help your child “score big” on TELPAS
-Free childcare provided
-Dinner for all attendees
-Translation device giveaways
-Learn more about free programs to help your whole family learn English
This is a great opportunity to connect, learn and empower your child’s language journey. We hope to see you there!
Register at s.risd.org/TELPASParentNight

HOSA Blood Drive
2025-12-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Pearce High School
If you are 16 or older come donate on December 9th.
Come to Mr. Mora’s room (C202) for a permission slip.
Sign up here- https://www.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/165843
Email roga.mora@risd.org for more information.

Sweets and Strings Orchestra Concert
2025-12-09 17:30 - 20:30 | Pearce Auditorium
Concert- 5:30pm
North- 6:00pm
Parkhill- 6:30pm
Combo-7:00pm
Philharmonic-7:15pm
Chamber-7:45pm

Financial Aid Workshop
2025-12-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Pearce Commons
The Financial Aid workshop sessions are designed to assist parents with completing their Financial Aid applications.
Important: Please bring the 2024 Income Tax for all parents. If the student also filed taxes in 2024, please bring the student’s 2024 Income Tax as well.
Questions? Contact daffne.bennett@risd.org

Stampede Holiday Show: Rudolph's Rockin Round Up
2025-12-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Pearce Auditorium
Fun and free! Bring your friends!
Doors open at 5:40pm
Show begins at 6:00
Featuring Pacesetters, The Heat, Folklorico, Cheer, Color Guard, Choir, Theatre, Spirit Stangs and Stampede

Stampede Kids Clinic
2026-01-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Pearce High School
For Kinder-6th grade boys and girls
$50 registration fee if registered by December 22nd- clinic tee included
Scholarships available.
Register at https://pearceathletics.membershiptoolkit.com/login-form?r=%2Fpacket%2F123577

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

PHS Dance Department Dance Showcase
2026-03-31 19:00 - 20:30 | Pearce Auditorium
Free entry!
Performances by: Fine Arts Dance Classes, Cheer, Colorguard, Folklorico, The Heat, Pacesetters, Stampede, Theatre, North and Parkhill Dance Classes

Graduation
2026-05-20 20:00 - 22:00
Location: Wildcat-Ram Stadium
