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.

Coach Lockett is an RISD Super Teacher!
March 2025

SMU Success Session Field Trip
Written by Esther F.

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!

Library Ambassadors Help Genrefy the Library
They’re helping to make the library more accessible for all readers!
by Wema Mulindi

1st Ever Middle School UIL One Act Play Competition
Westwood received 4 distinctions!

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.

AVID Family Night
Written by Isabel Luna

Life-Ready Goal Setting
Written by Clara Eves

Math Science Technology Ed Talks!
Written by Ariel Garcia and Clara Eves

Westwood Junior High Student Council Elections
Written by Clara Eves

Picture Perfect
Photography class article written by Wema Mulindi

Band and Bow Buddies
Written by Clara Eves, Ariel Garcia, and Simon Michael