News and Updates

Richardson ISD Continues Academic Growth, Earns a B Rating, with 31 Campuses Earning As or Bs
The 2025-2026 Texas Education Agency (TEA) accountability results officially released today, confirm what we’ve been working toward — RISD’s continued growth and student progress have moved the district to a B rating!

RISD Safety Reminders
The safety of students, staff, and visitors is a top priority in RISD. We have several proactive measures in place to provide a safe and nurturing school environment that promotes student academic growth.

Network’s Mobile Food Market
The Network of Community Ministries Mobile Food Market will be available at several RISD and community locations each week beginning August 17.

Technology With Purpose: RISD prioritizes active, student-centered learning experiences.
At Richardson ISD, our North Star Goal is clear: Every student, teacher, and leader will meet or exceed their academic growth goal. Achieving that goal requires us to be intentional about every instructional tool we use—including technology.

Stopfinder Mobile App
Your child’s transportation information is just a click away! Stopfinder is the all-in-one, easy-to-use app for viewing & sharing your student’s transportation schedule.

Bond 2025 – Middle School Construction Meetings
As construction continues at our six junior high campuses as part of the Middle School Transformations made possible through voter-approved Bond 2025, parents and community members are invited to attend upcoming Bond Construction Parent Information Meetings.

Athletic Coaches of the Year
These incredible leaders are mentors, role models, and character builders who have inspired excellence in our teams and athletes!

Celebrating Our Grow 2 Teach Graduates
We are so proud to celebrate our 69 Grow 2 Teach graduates, #RISDClassof2026 seniors who have completed their teaching internship.

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!

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.

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.

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!