News and Updates
Elementary GT Testing Referral Window – Oct. 4-18
RISD elementary students in grades K-6 may test once per year to determine if they qualify for Gifted/Talented (GT) services. The referral window opens October 4, 2024 and closes October 18, 2024.
National Principals Month
Each October, National Principals Month recognizes the essential role that principals play in making a school great.
ASVAB Career Exploration Assessment – Oct. 22
RISD is offering free ASVAB tests at all high schools on October 22, for students in grades 10, 11 and 12.
GoGuardian Parent App Available for Secondary Parents
GoGuardian mobile app is designed to provide parents and guardians with insight and control over their student’s online activity when using school-managed devices and accounts.
Junior High Magnet School Information Meetings
Attention 6th Graders: Announcing the Junior High Magnet School Information Meeting!
Dyslexia Parent Night
Join the RISD dyslexia team on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at the Professional Development Center.
Dozen Schools Achieved 96% Attendance in 23-24
Another 12 schools met or exceeded their attendance goals last year.
Class of 2025 National Merit Semifinalists
These seniors are competing for some 6,870 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $26 million that will be awarded in the spring.
Network Mobile Market Schedule
Starting Aug. 19, the Network mobile food pantry will stop at a handful of RISD campuses.
Apply for Free and Reduced-Price Meals for 2024-25
To receive free or reduced-price meal benefits for the 2024-2025 school year, families can complete an application via SchoolCafe.
Student ID Badges Coming This Semester at Elementary
To enhance safety and security protocols, RISD is implementing student badges this year for all elementary students.
Reminder – RISD Code of Civility Being Implemented for 2024-25
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.
Back To School & First Day Safety Reminders
All parents and guardians are strongly encouraged to become familiar with how RISD schools approach safety and security.
How to Sign-up for RISD Bus Transportation
RISD provides bus service for students who live more than two miles away from their home campus.
Class of 2025 Graduation Dates and Times
The Class of 2025 graduation ceremonies will be at Eagle-Mustang stadium.