News and Updates
2024 Teachers of the Year
The Richardson ISD Foundation spotlights and rewards the work of teachers who represent Superior Teaching Achievement in RISD Schools.
Bright Stars Track Meet
RISD’s second annual Bright Star track meet was held this week at Eagle-Mustang Stadium.
RHS Student Installed On Council of PTAs Board
Junior believed to be the only student sitting on a PTA executive board in Texas.
Red Apple Winners
The Red Apple Award is given to outstanding first-year teachers.
FMJH/LHJH production of Annie, Jr
Standing Ovation for the FMJH/LHJH performance of Annie, Jr, directed by the FMJH/LHJH theater teacher, Kathryn Williams.
Principals and Assistant Principals of the Year
Congratulations to the RISD Principals and Assistant Principals of the Year!
Softball Playoffs
The Lake Highlands and Pearce High School softball teams qualified for the UIL playoffs.
2024 STARS Teachers
The Richardson ISD Foundation kicked off the week with a parade of STARS!
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.
RISD Board Approves Elementary School Consolidation Plan
Five elementary campuses will be consolidated and repurposed.
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.
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.