News and Updates

Early Release Dec. 18 & 19
Students will be dismissed at noon on Thursday, Dec. 18 and Friday, Dec. 19They will be reminded that they may
Magnet Showcase Night Success
Each year we get the opportunity to welcome future 7th graders into our building on our Magnet Showcase Night! We had

West Shows Giving Hearts
Thank you to everyone in our West Community who supported our second annual West TAFE Thanks For Giving Food Drive!Our

Semester Exam Schedule
Tuesday December 16th3rd Period 8:15 – 9:151st Period EXAM 9:19- 11:205th Period (w/ lunch) 11:24 – 1:30A lunch: 11:30 – 12:00B lunch:

Home Gun Safety Storage Tips
Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, their families, and staff is our highest priority.

Keeping Tabs on the Fall Semester
Watch the fall edition of the superintendent’s video newsletter, Keeping Tabs for the 2025-26 School Year.

RISD Voters Approve Bond 2025
During the November 4, 2025 election, voters chose to approve all three Propositions on the district’s $1.4 billion bond package.

From Reluctance to Rising Theatre Star
How dyslexia support helped a student see reading in a new light.

RISD Schools Earn 100+ State Distinction Designations
Thirty Richardson ISD schools have earned 101 state distinctions in the 2025 Texas Education Agency (TEA) Accountability Ratings.

RWJH Counselors Launch New Website
Visit the Richardson West Counselor Corner to browse their new website.
You will find plenty of resources and information for future and current Broncos.

RWJH Celebrates National AVID Day
Today, RWJH celebrated AVID Day! We joined schools nationwide in recognizing the power of education, the dedication of our teachers, and the resilience of our students.

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.

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!