News and Updates
Thanksgiving Break Nov. 25-29
RISD, Enjoy your Thanksgiving Break!
Student Holiday Nov. 25-29
Wallace Turkey Trot
Every November, the Wallace Elementary family comes together for a heartwarming tradition—the Turkey Trot! 🦃✨
LHHS AP Fundraiser
Help support LHHS students. Shop at the Merch shop until Nov. 24
Holiday in the Highlands Home Tour
Lake Highlands Women’s League’s Holiday in the Highlands Home Tour
Texas Bluebonnet Award Opportunity
Mrs. Mirsky will help select a student to present the Texas Bluebonnet Award in April.
Donuts with Grownups: A Sweet Success!
Our recent “Donuts with Grownups” event was a heartwarming gathering that left us all with full hearts and happy memories.
Native American Heritage Month
November is a time to acknowledge and celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories of Native Americans.
📚✨ A Proud Wallace Alum Inspiring the Next Generation! 🎉
Ms. Wasser, a former Wallace student, is now teaching her 4th-grade math class in the most exciting way—using their brand-new iPad Crayons!
Inspiring Author Visit at Wallace! 🌋📚
Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders had a fantastic opportunity to meet Nell Cross Beckerman, author of Caves, Volcanoes, and When the Sky Glows!
Teachers Get Surprise Pie-in-the-Face at Pep Rally
Students participated in a pep rally where they could vote for which teacher would get a pie in the face.
Dozen Schools Achieved 96% Attendance in 23-24
Another 12 schools met or exceeded their attendance goals last year.
Campus Teacher of The Year
Julia Robinson, a sixth-grade English Language Arts teacher
Apply for Free and Reduced-Price Meals for 2024-25
To receive free or reduced-price meal benefits for the 2024-2025 school year, families can complete an application via SchoolCafe.
Student ID Badges Coming This Semester at Elementary
To enhance safety and security protocols, RISD is implementing student badges this year for all elementary students.
Reminder – RISD Code of Civility Being Implemented for 2024-25
The district is implementing a new Richardson ISD Code of Civility this school year to set expectations for how students, parents, employees, and visitors treat and interact with each other while at school or communicating about school-related activities.