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February 17 will be student holiday and designated professional learning day for staff.
Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year opens Feb. 25. Save the date, and visit the online enrollment page for information and what to have ready.
Learn more here about RISD activities in February to learn about and celebrate Black History Month in RISD.
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Students in grades 5 (Lake Highlands Learning Community) & 6-11 are gearing up to make critical decisions about what courses they will take for the 2025-26 school year.
RISD Mobile gives you a personalized window into what is happening at the district and schools.
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Every student, teacher, and leader will meet or exceed their academic growth goals.
Richardson ISD
News & Updates
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Legislative Corner – Feb. 14
This week in Austin, the Senate passed SB 4, the House Speaker appointed committees, Rep. John Bryant joined Public Education, and priority education bills were filed.
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PHS Renovation Earns City Revitalization Award
The Bond 2021 project earned a City of Richardson community revitalization award.
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Elementary Magnet Program Information Meeting
Elementary Magnet Program Information Meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, from 6:30-8 p.m.
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Basketball Playoffs
Get the latest RISD boys and girls basketball playoff info!
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RISD Celebrates Black History Month
As we celebrate Black History Month, let’s educate ourselves and others on the important contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout history.
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Superintendent Message on Safe Schools
RISD works to provide safe, supportive, and caring learning environments for students.
#RISDBeTheOne
Every Child. Every Teacher. Every Leader. Every Day.
Points of Pride
National Dell Scholars
97 Seniors named National Dell Scholars since 2009
Academic All-State
215+ Academic All State athletes in 2023-24
Student-Athletes
Recognized as All District, All Area or All State in 2023-24
Consecutive Years
Named “Best Communities for Music Education” by NAMM
Certifications
Students earned 2,100+ industry certifications in 2023-24