Richardson ISD supports a culture of voting that encourages participation in the voting process. Early voting has begun, and here is a list of polling places in Dallas County.
Early voting ended Friday, Nov. 4, and Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8, which is also a student holiday and RISD staff development day. About three dozen RISD facilities will be polling places on Election Day.
From watching his dad work hard on construction sites to a full ride to the University of Texas for civil engineering, Pearce High School senior Jose Patino’s journey has been shaped by determination and intentionality to build something that lasts. As a child of immigrants, his parents laid a strong foundation so he could embrace opportunities, earning admission to all 12 colleges he applied to while inspiring others along the way.
The canvassing board concluded its review and officially certified the election results on May 2, 2026.
As several RISD campus principals transition into new roles in the district or retire, the district has made several new campus principal assignments beginning in 2026-2027.