New Resource: Finance Fundamentals
We’ve launched a new Finance Fundamentals page to help our community better understand how Richardson ISD’s budget works.
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RISD Translation and Interpretation Services Supports Multilingual Families
Welcome, bienvenidos, ښه راغلاست, እንኳን በደህና መጡ, مرحباً, خوش آمدید —these are just a few of the greetings spoken by RISD’s Translation and Interpretation Services when assisting multilingual families. With approximately 80 languages spoken in RISD, the district translations and interpreters work daily to bridge language barriers for students, parents, and more. Spanish is the
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Activated Warming Shelters
As temperatures drop, warming shelters and centers across North Texas are open to provide safe, heated spaces for individuals and families in need.
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When Big Hearts Swim Fast
J.J. Pearce Swim and Dive team came together to organize a Swim-A-Thon to help out a beloved campus custodian.
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O. Henry Elementary and Richardson Terrace Elementary Named to 2026 America’s Best Schools Honor Roll
The National Center for Urban School Transformation (NCUST) honors schools that demonstrate strong evidence of academic success.
Inclement Weather Event Updates
Due to inclement weather, several athletic events, fine arts activities, and student trips have been adjusted.
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Spanish Spelling Bee 2026
Congratulations to all of the participants of RISD’s fifth annual Spanish Spelling Bee. The competition took place on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
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Three RISD High Schools Earn National AP Honor Roll Status
Congratulations to JJ Pearce High School, Lake Highlands High School and Richardson High School for being awarded Silver Distinctions.
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January Board Meeting Highlights: Budget Review, Attendance Report and Vulnerability Assessment
After each Regular Board of Trustees meeting, we share a brief summary of recognitions, presentations, and items covered during the meeting. Trustee Regina Harris shares a recap of the Jan. 15 meeting.
Student Course Selection for 2026-2027 is Now Open
In RISD, course selection is more than just a schedule—it’s the opportunity to design students’ future.
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District Spelling Bee 2026
The annual Richardson ISD District Spelling Bee Competition among students in fourth through eighth grade representing 36 schools took place on Wednesday, January 14. Each student won the Spelling Bee for their campus to earn a spot at the district competition. The winners are Samik B., Luciana B., Lucy S., Penelope G., and Zafar K.!
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All-State Band, Choir and Orchestra 2026
RISD Fine Arts proudly announces the selection of 20 RISD students to All-State band, choir or orchestra.
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