News and Updates

Open Enrollment Applications Open Apr. 17
On April 17, families residing outside of RISD boundaries may apply to attend an RISD school for the 2025-26 school year.

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!

Need Help With 2025-26 Enrollment?
RISD is offering in-person enrollment help sessions in every learning community through the end of the school year. Reserve Your 2025-26 Seat Today!

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.

Superintendent Message on Safe Schools
RISD Parents, RISD is committed to providing a safe and nurturing school environment that promotes student academic growth.

Voly Update
As the spring semester begins, there are many opportunities to volunteer in Richardson ISD, such as field trips, class parties, end-of-the-year field days, assisting in classrooms, and so much more.

NJHS Cereal Food Drive Dec. 2-20
NJHS is hosting a food drive asking for boxes of cereal (any size) to be donated between December 2nd-20th

Semester Exam Schedule
RWJH Semester Exams will be held December 16th-20th, with students being released at noon on Thursday, Dec. 19th and Friday, Dec. 20th.

Celebrating Super Teachers
Congratulations to RISD’s Super Teachers (and Team!) for the first quarter!

Seeking Photos for the Yearbook!
Do you have any great photos from Cross Country, Football, Volleyball, or just awesome moments with friends at Richardson West Junior High Arts & Technology Magnet? We’d love to feature them in this year’s yearbook!