News and Updates

2026 STARS Teachers of the Year!
RISD’s eight 2026 STARS (Superior Teaching Achievements in RISD Schools) teachers of the year were announced on April 20!

Celebrate the Class of 2026 Graduates
Parents of RISD seniors, we want to spotlight YOUR student as part of the “Dear Senior,” series!

Bond 2025 Project Updates
A new Bond 2025 Projects update webpage is now live, designed to keep the RISD community informed and up to date on the progress of Bond 2025 projects.

Celebrating Super Teachers
Eight RISD teachers were celebrated on April 7 and recognized as RISD Super Teachers for the third grading period in the 2025-26 school year.

Fine Arts Signing Day
Join us in celebrating the 2026 Seniors across RISD who are continuing their passion for the arts at the collegiate level.

Multilingual Excellence Expo
Saturday, April 18 at Pearce HS. Join us for a morning of Japanese, French, and Spanish lessons, student performances, and awards honoring our Seal of Biliteracy candidates.

Month of the Military Child
Each April, RISD and communities across the country recognize the resilience and strength of students whose families are connected to the military.

RISD Students Shine with Broadway Dallas HSMTA Honors
Student performers and theatre programs recognized by the Broadway Dallas High School Musical Theatre Awards for their exceptional talent and dedication.

In Person Enrollment Support
All new and returning families Pre-K to 12 are welcome to attend one of the upcoming enrollment support events.

One-Act Play Contest
High School Theatre students across RISD performed at the UIL 7-6A One-Act Play contest. Congratulations to J.J. Pearce Theatre and The Theatre Collective at Richardson High School for advancing to Bi-District.

Soccer Playoffs
Four RISD teams have advanced to the UIL State Playoffs including the girls teams from Lake Highlands and Pearce and the boys teams from Lake Highlands and Pearce.

Inaugural Battle of the Books
Congratulations, book champions! Your knowledge, preparation, and love for a great story shine bright!

Japanese World Language students brought home top honors from the State Japanese Speech Contest
Our Japanese World Language students brought home top honors from the State Japanese Speech Contest!

United Way Reading Day
A perfect way to close out Read Across America Week!

Inaugural RISD Battle Of the Books
The event brought together 8 teams from across Junior High/Middle Schools for a competitive trivia-style showdown built entirely around knowledge of 5 books.