News and Updates

Thanksgiving Meal Drive
Help us ensure every student, teacher and support staff member who needs a little extra support can enjoy a warm

All Four Marching Bands Compete in Area Round
All four RISD marching bands qualified and competed in the 6A Area C UIL marching contest in Mesquite, held on Saturday, October 31.

Welcome to RISD: 2027–2028 Enrollment Now Open for New Students!
In Richardson ISD, we believe every child deserves a district of opportunities. Enrollment for students new to RISD for the 2027–2028 school year is NOW OPEN!

November is National Family Engagement Month
November is National Family Engagement Month, a time dedicated to strengthening partnerships between families and schools.

October 28 Schedule
On October 28th, Pearce High School will be giving the PSAT and the TSI for those who have registered. Additionally,

Starting Off Strong: How Pearce High School SOS Lifeguards are Building a Culture of Belonging
On Unity Day, we celebrate building community through kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. For many in RISD, it’s something lived out every single day. For the past 16 years, PHS’s senior-led mentoring program, Starting Off Strong (SOS), has helped freshmen find their place, connect with their school community.

Mustangs in Need of Spirit Wear
Mustang Families, Every year about this time, we get student requests for Pearce shirts and sweatshirts. If you have any

From Student Voice to Student Action: Meet RISD’s 2026–27 TI-12 Student Leaders
What does it take to make the RISD experience better for every student? Sometimes, the best place to start is by asking the students themselves.

Headphones/Earbuds/Airpods
We will take up earbuds/airpods if seen. Parents will need to come up and pick up just like phones if

Introducing the 2026–27 SALT Student Leaders
This year’s team brings together 24 junior and senior student athletes from all four RISD high schools, nominated by their coaches for their leadership and commitment to their teams.

Graduation 2027
Mark Your Calendar to Celebrate the Class of 2027 We’re excited to share an update for this year’s graduation celebrations!

Birthday Boxes
Help us make every kid’s birthday special! Student Government is hosting a class competition! The class that brings the most

Forte Choir Preforms at 9/11 Day of Service
The incredibly talented students from the JJ Pearce High School Forte choir had the opportunity to perform America the Beautiful last week in front of 1000+ volunteers at the 9/11 Day of Service.

6 RISD Students Named National Merit Semifinalists
Congratulations to the outstanding RISD students who have been qualified. These high school seniors who represent less than 1% of all seniors across the country and include the highest test-scoring entrants in each state.

Campus Entrance & Exits
Entrances: There are two entrances for students to enter in the morning: North (Senior Way) and South (Bus loop in