Every January, RISD recognizes our elected Board of Trustees, who work tirelessly to ensure “All Means All” across the district. These seven RISD residents volunteer many long hours each school year in their work to set the vision, mission and goals for the district and determine the resources and budget necessary for the district to […]
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Please join RISD on the journey to meaningful family engagement. Click here to view the list of upcoming Parent University sessions. (en español) Link to the virtual meetings will be provided upon registration. On Thursday, Jan. 21, RISD Special Student Services will present part one of ways to help parents of students with disabilities who struggle
RISD Board of Trustees Single-Member District 1 and At Large Place 7 will be on the ballot on Saturday, May 1. Candidate packets are now available, and prospective candidates can obtain one via email by completing the request on the district’s website at risd.org/bot or at the RISD Administration Building during normal office hours at 400 S.
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The Texas Art Education Association named RISD a 2020 District of Distinction. “Richardson Independent School District has set a high standard for visual arts advocacy, integrated visual arts curriculum, encouraged creativity and community participation,” according to Stacia Gower, chair of the administration and supervision division of TAEA. “With the challenges educators faced this past school year, it
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December 2 is National Special Education Day. National Special Education Day commemorates the anniversary of the nation’s first federal special education law. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was signed into law on December 2, 1972. Click here to watch the video message from Dr. Stone.
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Due to the increase in positive COVID-19 cases in Dallas County, the following revised guidelines will be in place for all RISD athletic events, including remaining junior high and high school volleyball and football games. Any student who attends a game must enter with an adult and sit with an adult for the duration of
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RISD Trustee Karen Clardy will participate in a yearlong education leadership program through the Texas Association of School Boards. Upon completion of the program, Clardy, a 25-year RISD employee and current board president, will earn Master Trustee status from the statewide nonprofit. “I am very excited and honored to be selected to be a part
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The registration period for the three-week challenge started October 19. In November, RISD physical education teachers will engage students in lessons aimed at promoting better nutrition. Some area restaurants are supporting the event with healthy menu options and rewards for students participating in the challenge. Sponsored by Medical City Children’s Hospital, the 21-day challenge encourages everyone to eat healthier and be a super
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The new STEM Center at Berkner High School has received four Stars of Distinction from the Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards. The STEM Center received stars for value, community, planning, and school transformation, qualifying it for the Caudill Class distinction. The Caudill Class is a design standard presented to districts and
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Through visionary leadership and tireless pursuit of success for each student, principals guide and support their schools in ways large and small every day. And as we faced new challenges presented by COVID-19, our principals came through when it mattered most. National Principals Month is our way of honoring their dedication and thanking them for
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At the August 24 Board meeting, Dr. Stone announced RISD’s plan to return to face to face instruction. Families who have chosen in-person school will return to classrooms on a staggered schedule between September 8 and September 21, based on grade level. The decision was made based on a variety of factors and recommendations. Students
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Click here to watch the August 18 superintendent’s update from Dr. Stone. Highlights include: The first days of school will be focused on connections, learning and orienting to virtual processes, and ensuring students have everything they need to be successful. RISD has never started a school year virtually, and teams of employees have been working
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