District of Distinction
Richardson ISD is among less than 6% of school districts in the state to receive this honor.
Elementary Magnet and Choice Tours
Tours Available: December – February.
Application Deadline: February 28, 2026
News & Updates
Yale Elementary Recognized as a Model Professional Learning Community at Work® School
Yale Elementary is one of approximately 600 schools and districts in the country and Canada to receive this honor by Solution Tree for its sustained success in raising student achievement.
Home Gun Safety Storage Tips
Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, their families, and staff is our highest priority.
Pearce Theatre Student Crowned Miss Richardson Teen 2026
Congratulations to Atlee Hargrave, Pearce High School sophomore, who was crowned Miss Richardson Teen.
RISD Board of Trustees Meeting Recap – Dec. 11
After each Regular Board of Trustees meeting, we share a brief summary of recognitions, presentations, and items covered during the meeting. Trustee Megan Timme shares a recap of the Dec. 11 meeting.
Parent University – Getting Ready for College, Career & Beyond
Families are invited to join Richardson ISD for a virtual Parent University series focused on academic and postsecondary options for students.
RISD Board of Trustees Approves Academic Calendars for 26-27 and 27-28 School Years
During the December board meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the academic calendars for the next two school years.
#RISDBeTheOne
Every Child. Every Teacher. Every Leader. Every Day.
Every student, teacher, and leader will meet or exceed their academic growth goals.
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
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
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