News and Updates

Veterans Day Celebration
Prairie Creek Elementary celebrated Veterans Day with music, gratitude, and inspiration as students honored military heroes through choir performances and a special message from a U.S. Air Force guest.

Keeping Tabs on the Fall Semester
Watch the fall edition of the superintendent’s video newsletter, Keeping Tabs for the 2025-26 School Year.

RISD Seeks Input on Calendar Proposals for 26-27 and 27-28 Academic School Years
The Board will adopt the calendars at an upcoming meeting, after reviewing the community’s feedback.

RISD Voters Approve Bond 2025
During the November 4, 2025 election, voters chose to approve all three Propositions on the district’s $1.4 billion bond package.

Stock the Shelves Donation Drive
In partnership with Network of Communities Ministries, RISD is hosting a Stock the Shelves donation drive to support RISD families in need.

RISD Schools Earn 100+ State Distinction Designations
Thirty Richardson ISD schools have earned 101 state distinctions in the 2025 Texas Education Agency (TEA) Accountability Ratings.

Author, Bruce Cameron, visits PCE
PCE students in first through sixth grade enjoyed a special visit from bestselling author Bruce Cameron. After reading his books and exploring new perspectives in writing, students were excited to hear how he began his career and to celebrate the many puppy stories he has shared.

Keeping Tabs on the Beginning of the 2025-26 School Year
Watch the August edition of the superintendent’s video newsletter, Keeping Tabs.

New Volunteer Management System
Before participating in volunteer opportunities in schools and district facilities, all RISD volunteers must complete a background check.

Richardson ISD Previews Projected 2025 Accountability Ratings
At the Aug. 7 Board meeting, district leaders presented an update on student performance and a preview of the upcoming 2025 accountability ratings.

RISD Cell Phone Policy
For the fourth year, RISD campuses will continue to be cell phone-free schools.

Application For Free and Reduced Meals For the 2025-2026 School Year Now Open
Parents of enrolled RISD students may now complete forms online to qualify for free or reduced cost meals for the 2025-26 school year that begins August 12.