News and Updates

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.

Welcome Back Ms. Harlan!
She has returned to her Viking roots!

Welcome to North, Ms. Timmons!
Please welcome Ms. Madelyn Timmons to our Viking family!

Celebrating Our Teacher of the Year: Ms. Yvette Lopez
We are incredibly proud to have her as our Teacher of the Year!!

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.

Get Ready to Dance Future Vikings!
Monthly dance classes offered to current Pearce community 6th graders!

2025-26 Campus Teachers of the Year
Celebrating the outstanding educators for the 2025-2026 school year, chosen by each school in RISD.

8th Grade Vikings Visit JJ Pearce High School
8th graders took an important step toward high school!

Viking Orchestra Shines at Sweets and Strings
Viking orchestra struts their strings at the PHS Sweets and Strings event!

RNJH Theater Supports Parkhill Production
This kind of support is a great example of the community spirit among our schools.

Viking Band Winter Concert-Fun and Festive!
What an amazing night of music!

All-Region Band Celebrations
Congratulations to our talented members of the Viking band!

North Navigation Night Welcomes Future Vikings!
North welcomes incoming 6th grade families.

Varsity Choir Honors Veterans at Canyon Creek Elementary
RNJH Varsity Choir performed “God Bless America” at the Canyon Creek Elementary Veterans Day Assembly.