News and Updates
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RISD Celebrates 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.
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Superintendent Message on Safe Schools
RISD Parents, RISD is committed to providing a safe and nurturing school environment that promotes student academic growth.
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Course Registration: What You Need to Know
Students in grades 5 (Lake Highlands Learning Community) & 6-11 are gearing
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District Forming Bond Steering Committee & Two Others
District stakeholders interested in committee service are encouraged to learn more.
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Voly Update
As the spring semester begins, there are many opportunities to volunteer in Richardson ISD, such as field trips, class parties, end-of-the-year field days, assisting in classrooms, and so much more.
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Board of Trustee Candidate Election Packets Now Available
The first day to file is Jan. 15, and the deadline to file is Feb. 18.
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Save the Date for 2025-26 Enrollment
Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year opens on Feb. 25.
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Dozen Schools Achieved 96% Attendance in 23-24
Another 12 schools met or exceeded their attendance goals last year.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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RISD Changing 2025 Spring Break on 2024-25 Calendar
RISD is changing the dates of spring break on the 2024-25 student academic calendar. The new dates for spring break will be March 10-14, 2025 – moved up one week from the previous dates of March 17-21.
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Art Students Succeed in Texas Competition
Students among top 7% of high school artists in Texas.
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Congratulations Class of 2024!
More than 2,600 members of the Class of 2024 walked across the stage last weekend at Wildcat-Ram stadium.