Richardson ISD enjoy your Spring Break from March 16-20, 2026.
News & Updates
March Board Meeting Highlights
After each Regular Board of Trustees meeting, we share a brief summary of recognitions, presentations, and items covered during the meeting. Board President Poteet shares a recap of the March 12 meeting.
Spring Growth Hub
Engaging and fun ways to help your child’s skills bloom in reading, math, and science over the break.
Congratulations to the QuestBridge College Match Finalists
Two RISD seniors were awarded full-ride scholarships through the National College Match program, matching with Vanderbilt University and MIT.
2025-26 Principals and Assistant Principals of the Year
Congratulations to these outstanding leaders for going above and beyond for their students, staff, and families.
Richardson West Junior High Named AVID National Demonstration School
The prestigious honor is held by less than 3% of all AVID-certified schools, approximately 200 schools worldwide and only 17 junior highs in Texas.
Parent University – “Planning for LOTE (World Languages) Credits and Graduation”
On Monday, March 23, from 6:30-7:30 PM, we are celebrating National World Languages Month by bringing you a virtual Parent University Special Edition presentation.
#RISDBeTheOne
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