News and Updates

Student and Staff Holiday Friday, Apr. 18 and Monday, Apr. 21
Student and Staff Holiday on Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21

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.

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!

📢 Teacher for a Day Auction! 🍎✨
Every year at Wallace, our teachers auction off the chance for a student to become Teacher for a Day!

📚🎉 Exciting News! 🎉📚
A big congratulations to Mrs. Mirksey for receiving a $500 grant from the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)!

🚒🚂 Author Visit: Chris Barton at Wallace! 📚✨
Today, our Kinder, 1st, and 2nd graders had an exciting visit from author Chris Barton!

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

📖 Wallace Elementary’s Generous Contribution!
Thanks to Wallace Elementary and its amazing students, staff, and families, a huge collection of books has been donated for

Celebrating Super Teachers
RISD Celebrates Super Teachers from the second grading period!

RISD Spelling Bee Winners!
Congratulations to the champions of the four RISD learning community spelling bees!

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.

A Heartwarming Holiday Treat from Our Principals! 🎄💖
This morning, the amazing principals at Wallace Elementary warmed our hearts (and filled our stomachs!) by cooking breakfast for the

Celebrating Mrs. Cole: Our Teacher of the Year!
We are overjoyed to announce that Mrs. Cole has been named our Teacher of the Year for her outstanding dedication, passion, and

Wallace Turkey Trot
Every November, the Wallace Elementary family comes together for a heartwarming tradition—the Turkey Trot! 🦃✨

Texas Bluebonnet Award Opportunity
Mrs. Mirsky will help select a student to present the Texas Bluebonnet Award in April.