News and Updates

All Region Band, Orchestra
Dozens of RISD students have been named a part of the TMEA Region 20 orchestra.

RISD in the Classroom at RWJH
Our students combine art and technology for their annual pumpkin sculpture contest.

Two RISD Students Win TRA Art Contest
This year’s theme: Keep Litter Out Of The River

Erin Curry Speaks with Students
Students learned about being a career artist in wonderful presentation.

RISD Points of Pride
Check out some of the amazing celebrations for Richardson ISD!

Schoology In The Classroom
Seven RISD schools will be utilizing Schoology, an online learning management system that allows students to collaborate, communicate, and engage in learning.

Why I Love RISD
Students, parents, volunteers, teachers, staff, and community members share their reasons why they love this school district.

Vaping Will Trigger Trip to CMLC
In short, DON’T DO IT.

District Hiring Elementary Campus Security Officers
RISD will be hiring armed campus security officers for 34 elementary schools.

Free & Reduced Meal Applications
Applications are required for families to receive school meal benefits for the 2023-2024 school year.

RISD Moving to SchoolCafe for Cafeteria Payments for 23-24
Richardson ISD is implementing a new school cafeteria payment system for 2023-24, called SchoolCafe.

West LITE Makes Library Feel Like Heart of the School
Casey Bowles is in year 18 in education – all at Richardson West Junior High. This is year two as the LITE at West.

RWJH Red Apple Teachers Honored
Jacob Hemsath, Theatre Arts Magnet, was chosen as the Red Apple Teacher of the Year by the RWJH PTA.
Hunter Brown, Communication Arts Magnet, was chosen as the Secondary Red Apple Teacher of the Year by Richardson ISD.

Spring Connect Magazine Available Online
Celebrate student achievements – including some Lake Highlands state champs – and the 2023 Teachers of the Year.

Snap, Medicaid Application Assistance
RISD has partnered with Children’s Health to assist RISD families in applying or renewing Snap and Medicaid benefits.