Winter break begins Dec. 22. Classes resume Jan. 6, 2026.

All RISD schools will have an early release day on Friday, Dec. 19

Families are invited to join Richardson ISD for a virtual Parent University series focused on academic and postsecondary options for students.

During the December board meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the academic calendars for the next two school years.

Celebrating the outstanding educators for the 2025-2026 school year, chosen by each school in RISD.

Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, their families, and staff is our highest priority.

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).

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.

Learn more about the student advisory group made up of three seniors from each high school.

Richardson, Lake Highlands, and Berkner teams are headed to the Texas UIL football playoffs after a fantastic season.

Watch the fall edition of the superintendent’s video newsletter, Keeping Tabs for the 2025-26 School Year.

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

Thirty Richardson ISD schools have earned 101 state distinctions in the 2025 Texas Education Agency (TEA) Accountability Ratings.

The program offers juniors and seniors an opportunity to develop their leadership skills, learn, and connect with other student leaders.

A total of 286 high school juniors and seniors have earned College Board National Recognition