News and Updates

Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 19 is a student and staff holiday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Carnival Course Fair January 20th
As we approach course request time for the 2026–2027 school year, families are invited to attend the Forest Meadow Carnival Course Fair—an

Kris Smith, RISD Coach of the Month for December
Congratulations Coach Smith! We are incredibly proud to celebrate Kris Smith, our Boys Coach and 6th grade science teacher, for being

School Board Recognition Month 2026
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we’re celebrating the incredible leaders who champion our students, staff, and community.

Red Planet at Forest Meadow: Chargers Design Future Mars Colonies
The Forest Meadow Middle School library was transformed into a vision of the future this month as our science students

New Year, New Goals: Why Every Day Counts at Forest Meadow
As we approach the end of the first semester, it’s a natural time to look back at how far we’ve

Parent University – “Getting Ready for College, Career & Beyond”
Families are invited to join Richardson ISD for a virtual Parent University series focused on academic and postsecondary options for students.

RISD Board of Trustees Approves Academic Calendars for 26-27 and 27-28 School Years
During the December board meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the academic calendars for the next two school years.

2025-26 Campus Teachers of the Year
Celebrating the outstanding educators for the 2025-2026 school year, chosen by each school in RISD.

6th Grade Visits the Dallas Holocaust & Human Rights Museum
Our 6th grade students visited the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum for a powerful and meaningful learning experience. Students explored exhibits

Finish Strong, Chargers! Your Ultimate Guide to Acing Semester Exams
Chargers, it’s almost time for Fall Semester Exams! Please review the schedule below for exam dates and times for December 16–19, 2025.

🎶Congratulations to Our All-Region Choir Members!🎶
We are so proud of every student who auditioned for the Region 20 All-Region Choir! Your determination, courage, and commitment

RISD Voters Approve Bond 2025
During the November 4, 2025 election, voters chose to approve all three Propositions on the district’s $1.4 billion bond package.

Celebrate Red Ribbon Week: Making Healthy Choices Together at Forest Meadow
Red Ribbon Week is a special time each year when our Forest Meadow community comes together to promote healthy, drug-free

Celebrating Super Teachers
Eight RISD teachers were surprised and celebrated on Oct. 28 and recognized as RISD Super Teachers for the first grading period in the 2025-26 school year.