Updated on Friday, May 1
Congratulations to RISD’s eight 2026 STARS Teachers of the Year! Two STARS (Superior Teaching Achievements in RISD Schools) Teachers of the Year from each learning community were selected from among RISD’s 2025-26 campus teachers of the year and surprised at their schools with the great news and a check for $1,000!
Thank you to the Richardson ISD Foundation and sponsors Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott LLP, Servpro of Richardson, and AG|CM for making the awards possible.
- Eric Funke, Berkner High School
- Ashley Bouras, Jess Harben Elementary – Update: Ms. Bouras has been named the RISD Elementary Teacher of the Year
- Marisha Watson, Lake Highlands High School
- Craig Titsworth, Lake Highlands Elementary
- Tobi Brooks, Pearce High School – Update: Ms. Brooks has been named the RISD Secondary Teacher of the Year
- Jaime Romero, Carolyn Bukhair Elementary
- Abbey Greene, Westwood Junior High
- Cassie Cardwell, MST Magnet
Congratulations to all our amazing STARS Teachers! Your passion and commitment to education truly make a difference in the lives of our students.
