Before participating in volunteer opportunities in schools and district facilities, all RISD volunteers must complete a background check.

At the Aug. 7 Board meeting, district leaders presented an update on student performance and a preview of the upcoming 2025 accountability ratings.

For the fourth year, RISD campuses will continue to be cell phone-free schools.

Parents of enrolled RISD students may now complete forms online to qualify for free or reduced cost meals for the 2025-26 school year that begins August 12.

Visit RISD’s Back to School page to find resources, information and answers to your back-to-school questions as you get ready for the new school year.

RISD partners with organizations to offer a variety of recommendations and services to families over the summer months.

Two members of the RHS Class of 2025 are headed to Yale University after starting their journeys at RISD’s Yale Elementary.

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

Students at Yale Elementary collaborate while developing and creating light models.

Opening in 1974, Yale Elementary celebrates its 50th anniversary of educating children this year.

We love seeing the Learner Growth Framework in action! These students are collaborating and exploring ideas through engaging discussions with their peers. #RISDInTheClassroom #RISDBeTheOne

Kristen King, a developmental learning classroom teacher

To enhance safety and security protocols, RISD is implementing student badges this year for all elementary students.

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.

All parents and guardians are strongly encouraged to become familiar with how RISD schools approach safety and security.