News and Updates

Inclement Weather Event Updates
Due to inclement weather, several athletic events, fine arts activities, and student trips have been adjusted.

RHS Choir Students Make All State Choir
RHS Choir Students Make All State Choir

HBCU Fair – January 22
Presenting leadership, resources, entertainment, food and admission assistance from Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Beyond the Scoreboard: Building Character through Athletics
The most important lessons for student athletes aren’t always found through competition, but through service, leadership, and intention.

School Board Recognition Month 2026
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we’re celebrating the incredible leaders who champion our students, staff, and community.

Record-breaking 33 RHS TAFE/TI Area Winners and State Qualifiers
Richardson High Teaching Internship students competed in the TAFE (Texas Association of Future Educators) Area 11 competition & have advanced

JROTC Leadership Academic Bowl ( JLAB )
This year’s success allowed both of our academic teams to qualify and move to the second round which will be held first week of February.
RHS AVID Alum Featured in New AVID Center Book!
Not By Chance: Stories of Individual Determination features RHS AVID graduate, Mohammed Kara (’15), whose story of resilience was selected among nominees nationwide. The book also highlights the contributions of RHS AVID Coordinator, Beth Brown, for her role in developing the book’s inspiring themes.

Parent University – “Getting Ready for College, Career & Beyond”
Families are invited to join Richardson ISD for a virtual Parent University series focused on academic and postsecondary options for students.

RISD Board of Trustees Approves Academic Calendars for 26-27 and 27-28 School Years
During the December board meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the academic calendars for the next two school years.

2025-26 Campus Teachers of the Year
Celebrating the outstanding educators for the 2025-2026 school year, chosen by each school in RISD.
Congratulations to Mindy May: RHS Teacher of the Year!
We are thrilled to announce that Mrs. Mindy May has been selected as the 2025-2026 RHS Teacher of the Year!
We heard directly from students: Mrs. May isn’t just teaching—she is changing lives. Her dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence make RHS a better place. Join us in celebrating her well-deserved honor!

Richardson ISD is Named CTE District of Distinction
RISD is among the 72 school districts in the state of Texas to be recognized as a 2026 District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas (CTAT).

National Signing Day 2025
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 12.

Meet The Impact 12 for 2025-2026
Learn more about the student advisory group made up of three seniors from each high school.