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In Richardson ISD, education is more than just a curriculum: it is a district of opportunity.

News & Updates

RISD Students Shine with Broadway Dallas HSMTA Honors
Student performers and theatre programs recognized by the Broadway Dallas High School Musical Theatre Awards for their exceptional talent and dedication.

2026 Nurse of the Year
Congratulations to Canyon Creek Elementary’s Nurse Laurie Jones for being honored as the 2026 Richardson ISD Nurse of the Year.

Weather Closure Makeup Plan – January 26–29, 2026
Learn more about the make-up plan to address the missed instructional time.

Soccer Playoffs
Lake Highlands HS Boys Soccer are Area Champions! They will advance to the Regional Final on March 31.

From the Band Hall to the National Stage
For the Lake Highlands High School alumnus, Toby Furr, early challenges and steep competition taught him persistence, passion, and showed the power of a strong foundation, so he could achieve his big dream of earning a spot on the world-renowned Pershing’s Own United States Army Band.

One-Act Play Contest
High School Theatre students across RISD performed at the UIL 7-6A One-Act Play contest. Congratulations to J.J. Pearce Theatre and The Theatre Collective at Richardson High School for advancing to Bi-District.
Every Child. Every Teacher. Every Leader. Every Day.
Points of Pride
National Dell Scholars
97 Seniors named National Dell Scholars since 2009
Class of 2025
Earned A College, Career, And Military Readiness Indicator
TEA Academic Distinctions
30 RISD schools earned 101 TEA Academic Distinctions
Consecutive Years
Named “Best Communities for Music Education” by NAMM
Certifications
Students earned 2,582 industry certifications in 2024-25
District Distinctions

District of Distinction
Richardson ISD is among less than 6% of school districts in the state to receive this honor

Proud BCME District
RISD named a Best Community for Music Education for the 14th consecutive year

District of Distinction
RISD has been named TAEA District of Distinction for Fifth Consecutive Year

Demonstration Schools
RISD is home to two AVID National Demonstration Schools

Teacher Incentive Allotment
The TIA program provides additional funding to increase salaries for highly effective teachers


