News and Updates

National Signing Day
Athletes from RISD high schools have committed to continuing their academic and athletic development at colleges and universities around the country on National Signing Day, November 11.

Eisemann Center and RISD Present “Fiesta de Bellas Artes” Celebrating Hispanic Heritage
Join us for an Evening of Celebrations featuring student visual art and RISD Junior High and High School Mariachi and Folklórico Ensembles.

JJ Pearce Student Government Holiday Toy Drive
JJP Student Gov’s Toy Drive runs now-Dec 1 to students that attend Pearce feeder schools (1500 toys). We are hoping

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.

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.