In response to the updates to students’ schedule for the 26-27 school year, Richardson ISD is coordinating with Dallas College to open up additional spots for dual credit summer courses where possible. If you are interested in taking Dallas College courses this summer and are not already enrolled in those courses, please reach out to

Thank you for your leadership, AVID Seniors. Your future is bright and you are ready! Acceptances: 890 Scholarships: $10,671,250

We are so proud to celebrate our 69 Grow 2 Teach graduates, #RISDClassof2026 seniors who have completed their teaching internship.

Pearce won Outstanding Musical Award at the 15th Annual High School Musical Theatre Awards for their production of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 Pearce Orchestra won Outstanding Orchestra for Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 What an incredible accomplishment for our students and directors!

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.

May marks the celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, recognizing one of the largest and most diverse communities in the world.

Pearce UIL One Act play cast is making history advancing as REGION CHAMPIONS to the State One Act Play Contest. This is Pearce High Schools First UIL State appearance since the mid 1970’s! We are so proud of our cast and crew as they join the “ELITE 8”, advancing as one of the top 8

RISD’s eight 2026 STARS (Superior Teaching Achievements in RISD Schools) teachers of the year were announced on April 20!

All 8 Construction students who advanced to State received a blue ribbon this past weekend at SkillsUSA Texas State Leadership Conference in Corpus Christie. Trevor Brandt created a bench using a snowboard as the back and skis as the arms for Mr. Navin. James Hale created a bench using wood and cowhide from his Grandfather’s