News and Updates

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.

Spirit Wear Available Until 8/31
Show your school spirit with our latest collection of tees, hoodies, hats and more!

RWJH TAFE Students are National Champions
The student members of the TAFE (Texas Association of Future Educators) are national champions! After winning an award at the Texas

West Coach Wins Jr High Coach of the Year
RWJH Coach Artra Griffin was awarded RISD Jr High Coach of the Year!

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.

RISD Fine Arts Student Continue Excellence
A variety of RISD Fine Arts students have recently excelled in their chosen areas.

Student Wins Essay Competition
We were so proud of RWJH student, Alisson Gonzales Melendez, who was chosen as the winner of the BEAM (Bilingual/ESL Education Association of the Metroplex) Essay Competition.

RWJH Fine Arts Shine at UIL
RWJH Fine Arts directors and students put on a stellar showing at this year’s UIL competition.

Theatre Magnet Presents “Legally Blonde Jr”
RWJH Theatre Arts Magnet’s performance of Legally Blonde Jr opens on April 24th at Richardson HS Auditorium!

Two Are Better Than One
Two of the three North Texas winners of the Region 10 Spanish Spelling Bee call RISD home!

Richardson Learning Community Junior High Enrollment Help Labs
In-person enrollment assistance for Richardson Learning Community jr. high schools will be available at Westwood & Richardson West beginning in April.

West TAFE Takes First in State!
The RWJH chapter of Texas Association of Future Educators Public Service Announcement Team attended the State Teach Tomorrow Summit in Galveston last week, competing with over 3400 students from across the state of Texas.

RWJH PTA Seeking Board Members
PTA isn’t just about spirit sales and meetings! It’s about creating a vibrant and supportive community for our students, teachers, and families. By joining the PTA Board, you’ll have a direct impact on enhancing the educational experience at West.