News and Updates
Attend our Magnet Information Night
Join us for Magnet Information Night to tour our campus, explore our innovative programs and learn how to apply.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
What a spectacular way to celebrate the culmination of Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉 Colores, Ritmos y Raíces brought the Colors, Rhythms and Roots that make Richardson West Arts and Technology Magnet such a vibrant community to life.
Save the Date: 2027–28 Enrollment and Magnet Choice Programs Applications
Applications to all magnet programs, Dual Language choice programs, new to RISD enrollment and intradistrict and interdistrict transfers open November 1.
RWMS Groundbreaking Ceremony- Oct. 6
Join us for the official groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 6th at 5pm.
Richardson West Junior High Arts & Technology Magnet Earns National Recognition from the Magnet Schools of America
In the 2026 announcement, MSA named 37 Nationally Certified Schools nationwide.
Richardson ISD Continues Academic Growth, Earns a B Rating, with 31 Campuses Earning As or Bs
The 2025-2026 Texas Education Agency (TEA) accountability results officially released today, confirm what we’ve been working toward — RISD’s continued growth and student progress have moved the district to a B rating!
RISD Safety Reminders
The safety of students, staff, and visitors is a top priority in RISD. We have several proactive measures in place to provide a safe and nurturing school environment that promotes student academic growth.
Network’s Mobile Food Market
The Network of Community Ministries Mobile Food Market will be available at several RISD and community locations each week beginning August 17.
Technology With Purpose: RISD prioritizes active, student-centered learning experiences.
At Richardson ISD, our North Star Goal is clear: Every student, teacher, and leader will meet or exceed their academic growth goal. Achieving that goal requires us to be intentional about every instructional tool we use—including technology.
July 28, 2026 Richardson West Junior High School Parent Meeting Recap
On Tuesday, July 28, Richardson West Junior High School hosted its second Parent Information Meeting for the campus transformation project
Stopfinder Mobile App
Your child’s transportation information is just a click away! Stopfinder is the all-in-one, easy-to-use app for viewing & sharing your student’s transportation schedule.
Bond 2025 – Middle School Construction Meetings
As construction continues at our six junior high campuses as part of the Middle School Transformations made possible through voter-approved Bond 2025, parents and community members are invited to attend upcoming Bond Construction Parent Information Meetings.
Richardson West Middle School Transformation Parent Meeting Recap – 5/18
See the presentation and information that was shared regarding the upcoming construction and its impact on our campus.
Testing Shows Students’ College Readiness
Select RWJH students participated in TSIA2 testing, which assesses their preparedness for college-level coursework.
Celebrating Attendance All Year
For the 4TH SEMESTER IN A ROW, West is the ADA Champion!