News and Updates

Pearce Musical WINS BEST MUSICAL
Pearce won Outstanding Musical Award at the 15th Annual High School Musical Theatre Awards for their production of Natasha, Pierre,

J.J. Pearce Theatre Wins Best Musical and Best Orchestra
Broadway Dallas High School Musical Theatre Awards honored J.J. Pearce Theatre with 9 nominations, including 8 nominations for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 and 1 nomination for Alice by Heart.

Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week
Richardson ISD is excited to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4–8.

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.

One Act Play is STATE BOUND
Pearce UIL One Act play cast is making history advancing as REGION CHAMPIONS to the State One Act Play Contest.

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!

Construction Students at Competition
All 8 Construction students who advanced to State received a blue ribbon this past weekend at SkillsUSA Texas State Leadership

Celebrate the Class of 2026 Graduates
Parents of RISD seniors, we want to spotlight YOUR student as part of the “Dear Senior,” series!

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.

26-27 Bell Schedule
Mustang Families, Once we have finalized information about next year’s bell schedule, we will share with you. Yes, we are

One Act Advances to Region
Congratulations to J.J. Pearce Theater!

Fine Arts Signing Day
Join us in celebrating the 2026 Seniors across RISD who are continuing their passion for the arts at the collegiate level.

Bands at UIL
The J.J. Pearce Symphonic Band received straight first division ratings from all judges today at the 2026 Region 20 UIL

Pearce High School Swim Team Named 2026 Grant Teaff Beyond the Game Team Award
Amid a record-breaking year for nominations, the team was selected for exemplifying outstanding service to their community beyond the game.

Robotics
Last weekend the Pearce “The P-51 Mustang” Robotics team competed at their first event in San Antonio, securing a strong