News & Updates
Superintendent’s Update – June 16
RISD Trustees passed the 2021-22 operating budget, which will include funding to address pandemic impact on students through extra teachers and smaller class sizes over the next two years.
ESSER III Stakeholder Input Survey
Richardson ISD is applying to receive Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds (ESSER) to address learning recovery and the impact of COVID-19. Please take time to let us know your opinion by completing the brief survey by July 12th. Thank you for your feedback.
Graduation Information
All four RISD Class of 2021 graduation ceremonies are now available for viewing.
Poteet Elected to RISD Board
Christopher Poteet was elected to RISD Board of Trustees At Large Place 7 in the
Back To School Backpack Bash
RISD and community partners will be hosting two back to school events for 2021-22 families
More than 200 RISD Student Athletes Named All State
During the 2020-21 school year, more than 200 Richardson ISD student athletes earned all state
State of Texas Food Benefits (P-EBT)
P-EBT benefits can be used to buy food from any retailer that accepts the Lone Star Card.
Two RISD Counselors in Texas Top 10
The Darmouth Elementary and Memorial Park Academy counselors were recognized for their outstanding work during this pandemic school year.
Employee Service Awards
For the 64th consecutive year, the Richardson Education Association recognized RISD employees for years of dedicated service.
Network Mobile Food Pantry Summer Hours
Network’s summer schedule starts June 7 and ends Aug. 12.
You Belong Here
Richardson ISD is hosting a virtual job fair on Tuesday, June 1.
Pre-AP is Now Advanced
Beginning with the 2021-22 school year, RISD is changing the name of courses previously known as Pre-AP to Advanced.
Summer Reading 2021
Keep calm and read on!
Summer Meal Program
RISD will offer summer meals for three weeks in June and again for three weeks in July at eight different campuses across the district.
Summer Student Technology
Starting this summer, all secondary students returning to RISD next year will keep their school-issued devices over the summer.
Upcoming Events
- August 3-6 – New Teacher Induction
- August 9-16 – Staff Professional Learning/Preparation
- August 17 – First Day of School
Greatness at a Glance
Our Mission
The mission of Richardson Independent School District is to ensure that ALL students connect, learn, grow and succeed.