Parent University: Exploring Careers Early: Career & Technical Education (CTE) Pathways
2026-02-03 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
Tuesday, Feb. 3 | 6:30–7:30 p.m. – For families of students in grades 7-11

Overview of CTE pathways, industry-based certifications, P-TECH collegiate academies, work-based learning, and industry partnerships.

Register for the Feb. 3 Session

Student Holiday/Staff Professional Learning Day
2026-02-16

Dyslexia Parent Night
2026-02-18 18:30 - 20:30
Richardson ISD invites parents to attend Dyslexia Parent Night, an informative evening designed to build understanding and support for students with dyslexia. Participants will take part in a dyslexia simulation experience and learn about classroom tools and technology supports used to help students access learning and build confidence.
Region 10 Special Populations Consultants Marissa Herrera and Shelley Ratcliff will share how these resources are used in classrooms to support student success.
Date: February 18, 2026
Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Professional Development Center (PDC) Auditorium
701 W. Belt Line Road, Richardson, TX 75080

Regular Board Meeting
2026-02-19 18:00, 2026-03-12 18:00, 2026-04-02 18:00, 2026-05-07 18:00, 2026-06-04 18:00

Parent University: Understanding Autism
2026-02-19 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:00
9/18/2025 – Understanding Autism: An Introduction for Parents
10/23/2025 – Understanding Autism: Communication
11/20/2025 – Understanding Autism: Routines and Self-Care
12/18/2025 – Understanding Autism: Behavior Management
1/15/2026 – Understanding Autism: Socialization & Community Engagement
2/19/2026 – Understanding Autism: Visuals, Tools & Resources for Futures Planning
4/30/2026 – Understanding Autism: Celebrating Autism and Planning for Summer

Registration for the Jan. 15 Session

Enrollment Opens for 2026-27
2026-02-24

Junior High/Middle School Inaugural Battle of the Books
2026-02-27 09:00
Junior High/Middle School Inaugural Battle of the Books at the PDC Auditorium

Third Grading Period Ends
2026-03-13

High School Inaugural Battle of the Books
2026-03-13 09:30
High School Inaugural Battle of the Books at RHS

Spring Break
2026-03-16 - 2026-03-20

Parent University - "Planning for LOTE (World Languages) Credits and Graduation"
2026-03-23 18:30 - 19:30
Register for the March 23 Parent University Webinar

Homecoming Job Fair
2026-03-28 08:30 - 12:00
Looking for a place where you can truly feel at home? Join Richardson ISD for our Homecoming Job Fair, where we’re hiring for all positions and excited to meet both internal and external candidates.

8:30–9:30 a.m. – Internal candidates only
9:30 a.m.–Noon – Open to all candidates
Location: Richardson High School Gym

Come learn more about career opportunities across the district and discover how you can become part of Team RISD, where every child matters, every day.
Register for the upcoming Job Fair.

No School: Bad Weather Make-Up Day
2026-04-03, 2026-04-06

Board Work Session
2026-04-23 18:00, 2026-05-14 18:15

Pearce High School Graduation
2026-05-20 20:00

Berkner High School Graduation
2026-05-21 20:00

Fourth Grading Period Ends/Last Day of School
2026-05-22

Richardson High School Graduation
2026-05-22 20:00

Lake Highlands High School Graduation
2026-05-23 08:00

Memorial Day Holiday
2026-05-25

Richardson ISD Job Fair
2026-05-28 15:00 - 17:00
Looking for a rewarding career in education? Richardson ISD is hiring for all positions and invites prospective employees to attend the district’s upcoming Job Fair on Thursday, May 28, from 3–5 p.m. at Richardson High School.
Highlights include:

First-year teacher salary starting at $63,500
Competitive veteran teacher salaries
Bilingual and special education stipends
Employee childcare and wellness benefits
Professional growth opportunities and mentorship support

The event will be held in the Main Gym at Richardson High School, located at 1250 W. Belt Line Road in Richardson.
