News and Updates

Senior Feature: Inspired to Teach, Senior Earns Full Ride to Vanderbilt University
RHS Senior Chloe Grimes is turning her lifelong dream to teach into a bright future. Inspired by her mom, who was her own teacher when she attended Terrace Elementary, and sister who is a special needs student, she will study elementary & special education at Vanderbiltβs prestigious Peabody College of Education.

π¦ Eagle Pride: Richardson High Schoolβs 2025β2026 Year in Review
From history-making athletic runs and state-level academic honors to unforgettable fine arts traditions, it has been a banner year for our Eagles. Look back at the major milestones, student achievements, and world-class staff highlights that defined this remarkable academic year at Richardson High School! π¦ ππ

Early Release May 22
Early Release May 22. Enjoy your summer!

Coach Cox is the RISD Assistant Coach of the Year!
Congrats to Lindsey Cox, RISD Assistant Coach of the Year! Coach Coxβs impact reaches far beyond the court as she builds relationships, develops athletes, & helps drive the culture of RHS Volleyball.

Local Student earns DECA Emerging Leader Honor Award
Kirah Geffert, a senior at Richardson High School in RICHARDSON, Texas, is the recipient of the 2026 DECA Emerging Leader Honor Award

Class of 2026: Graduation Information & Key Updates
Stay updated on the Class of 2026 graduation requirements! From mandatory rehearsal at LHHS on May 22nd to the Senior Sunset celebration at the RHS Stadium, find all the dates, times, and photo info you need right here.
Final Exam Schedule
Spring Final Exams are just around the corner! View the official 2025-2026 Spring Final Exam Schedule for Richardson ISD, including testing blocks for May 18β22, daily bell schedules, and hall-specific lunch rotations. Stay organized and finish the year strong!

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

Record Breaking Performance Punches Ticket to State Meet
Sullivan Riley Advances to State After Record Setting Run

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

Red Apple New Teachers of The Year
Congratulations to Elizabeth Richardson, Lake Highlands Elementary and Nataly Garza, Richardson High School.

Celebrate the Class of 2026 Graduates
Parents of RISD seniors, we want to spotlight YOUR student as part of the “Dear Senior,” series!

RHS Communications Win at States
The RHS Communications Magnet wins bronze with a standout newscast at the SkillsUSA state contest.

Richardson Softball playoffs
Our theme this year is “mudita”- finding pleasure and delight in the good fortune, success, and happiness of others. And “FAMILY”- Forget About Me I Love You. This is Team 29 and it is a very special group of girls.

Support One of Our Own
Recognizing his dedication to student success and entrepreneurship education, Lee Geffert (Mr. G) is currently ranked 7th nationally in the Americaβs Favorite Teacher competition. Support is available through daily community voting.