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News & Updates
Senior Feature: Inspired by His Father’s Work, Pearce Senior Builds Path to UT Engineering
From watching his dad work hard on construction sites to a full ride to the University of Texas for civil engineering, Pearce High School senior Jose Patino’s journey has been shaped by determination and intentionality to build something that lasts. As a child of immigrants, his parents laid a strong foundation so he could embrace opportunities, earning admission to all 12 colleges he applied to while inspiring others along the way.
May 2026 School Board Election Results
The canvassing board concluded its review and officially certified the election results on May 2, 2026.
RISD Announces Three New Campus Principals Beginning in 2026-2027
As several RISD campus principals transition into new roles in the district or retire, the district has made several new campus principal assignments beginning in 2026-2027.
RISD Board of Trustees Meeting Recap – May 7
RISD Board of Trustees Moves Forward with Compensation Pay Raise for Teachers and Staff; Other Board Meeting Updates Include Budget, Bond 2025, and SHAC Updates
Senior Feature: Continuing a Legacy, Carving her Own Path
As the fourth Howell sibling to walk the halls of Lake Highlands High School and soon Texas A&M University, Peri Howell is continuing a strong family tradition while creating a path that is uniquely hers. With three scholarships in hand to attend her dream school, she’s preparing for a future in medicine driven by her desire to help others.
Yale Elementary Named First Elementary AVID National Demonstration School in Texas
The first and only in the state, the prestigious honor is held by less than 3% of all AVID-certified schools, approximately 200 schools worldwide.
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 15th 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