News and Updates
2024 STARS Teachers
The Richardson ISD Foundation kicked off the week with a parade of STARS!
Cottonwood Arts Festival Emerging Artist Program
On Wednesday, April 17, there will be a reception honoring these artists at the eisemann Center from 6 to 8 p.m.
Pearce Learning Community Fine Arts Showcase
Monday, April 15, from 6 to 7 p.m. in the refurbished high school auditorium.
Verkada Guest Sign-In System
Everyone needs an ID to enter an RISD campus.
Project RightSize Campus Boundaries
Our campus boundaries will be impacted by Project RightSize starting in 2024-25. Learn more.
Summer School Info
RISD provides opportunities to explore learning experiences that promote academic growth through asynchronous, self-paced summer courses with Acceleration Courses.
RISD Board Approves Elementary School Consolidation Plan
Five elementary campuses will be consolidated and repurposed.
Soccer Playoffs
Lake Highlands girls and boys teams both play Tuesday, March 26, at Clark Stadium in Plano.
Nine Seniors Named Dell Scholars
RISD now has 97 Dell Scholars since 2009.
Richardson ISD high schoolers get a taste of college life through the University of Texas
Transitioning from high school to college can be hard for students. Richardson ISD is trying to help students reduce their fears. NBC 5 education reporter Wayne Carter shows how they’re bringing a bit of college to students at Pearce High School.
Keeping Tabs on Spring Break News and Information
Click the video to see Superintendent Branum share a few reflections on the spring semester.
Lake Highlands High School Ballet Folklorico team adds to awards count
The Lake Highlands High School Ballet Folklorico team took home 8 trophies, 3 of them 1st place, at the Bailes de Mi Tierra Folklorico Competition.
Omni Hotel Lobby Simulation at RHS
RHS now offers students a chance to gain hands-on, real-world experience in a simulated hotel front desk setting in the school.
2023-24 Super Teachers for Third Nine Weeks
RISD administrators once again surprised and celebrated Super Teachers across the district.
Mr. Hill named Texas AcDec Coach of the Year!
Congratulations to RHS teacher Mike Hill on being named Texas AcDec Coach of the Year!