News and Updates

Westwood Youth Leadership Summit for Magnet 5th & 6th Graders
Saturday, March 28 – Sign up for student led Leadership Summit hosted by Westwood Junior High Math, Science, and Leadership Magnet. Seats are limited.

Enrollment for 2026-27 is NOW OPEN!
Enroll and reserve your child’s seat by following the online enrollment.

Enrollment for 2026-27 is NOW OPEN!
Enroll and reserve your child’s seat by following the online enrollment.

Enrollment for 2026-27 is NOW OPEN!
Enroll and reserve your child’s seat by following the online enrollment.

Weather Closure Makeup Plan – January 26–29, 2026
Learn more about the make-up plan to address the missed instructional time.
Four RISD Schools Recognized on the 2025 Texas Honor Roll
The Educational Results Partnership (ERP) awards top-performing schools in Texas for outperforming their peers in closing achievement gaps.

Celebrating Super Teachers
Eight RISD teachers were surprised and celebrated on Feb. 3 and recognized as RISD Super Teachers for the second grading period in the 2025-26 school year.

Celebrating Black History Month
As we celebrate Black History Month, let’s educate ourselves and others on the important contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout history.

RISD Board of Trustees Approves Academic Calendars for 26-27 and 27-28 School Years
During the December board meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the academic calendars for the next two school years.

2025-26 Campus Teachers of the Year
Celebrating the outstanding educators for the 2025-2026 school year, chosen by each school in RISD.

Richardson ISD is Named CTE District of Distinction
RISD is among the 72 school districts in the state of Texas to be recognized as a 2026 District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas (CTAT).

National Signing Day 2025
Athletes from RISD high schools have committed to continuing their academic and athletic development at colleges and universities around the country on National Signing Day, November 12.

Meet The Impact 12 for 2025-2026
Learn more about the student advisory group made up of three seniors from each high school.

It’s Playoffs Time!
Richardson, Lake Highlands, and Berkner teams are headed to the Texas UIL football playoffs after a fantastic season.

RISD Voters Approve Bond 2025
During the November 4, 2025 election, voters chose to approve all three Propositions on the district’s $1.4 billion bond package.