News and Updates

Seniors Sign Athletic Letters of Intent
Congratulations to all these student-athletes, their coaches and families! #RISDWeAreOne

Class of 2024 Valedictorians and Salutatorians
These seniors complete their K-12 journeys this weekend, fulfilling the promise of the RISD Graduate Profile.

Join The RISD Work Family
RISD is now interviewing positions for the 2024-25 school year.

143 Seniors Earn Associate Degrees
The PTECH program provides students an opportunity to earn a high school diploma and an associate degree simultaneously.

Final Exam Schedule
Please click here to see the 2024 Final Exam Schedule.

PHS Final Exam Exemption Policy 2023-2024
Click here for detailed exam exemption information.

Bright Stars Track Meet
RISD’s second annual Bright Star track meet was held this week at Eagle-Mustang Stadium.

Courtyard Beautification Project
The new and improved JJ Pearce Courtyard is here!

Principals and Assistant Principals of the Year
Congratulations to the RISD Principals and Assistant Principals of the Year!

Softball Playoffs
The Lake Highlands and Pearce High School softball teams qualified for the UIL playoffs.

Verkada Guest Sign-In System
Everyone needs an ID to enter an RISD campus.

RISD Board Approves Elementary School Consolidation Plan
Five elementary campuses will be consolidated and repurposed.

Nine Seniors Named Dell Scholars
RISD now has 97 Dell Scholars since 2009.

Richardson ISD high schoolers get a taste of college life through the University of Texas
Transitioning from high school to college can be hard for students. Richardson ISD is trying to help students reduce their fears. NBC 5 education reporter Wayne Carter shows how they’re bringing a bit of college to students at Pearce High School.

2023-24 Super Teachers for Third Nine Weeks
RISD administrators once again surprised and celebrated Super Teachers across the district.