Awards and Accolades

Trustees Hear Annual Fine Arts & Athletics Update
Richardson ISD’s Fine Arts and Athletics programs are thriving, with strong participation, high achievement, and clear evidence of positive impact on student outcomes.

RISD Fine Arts Student Continue Excellence
A variety of RISD Fine Arts students have recently excelled in their chosen areas. RISD celebrates these students, their teachers,

Fine Arts Appreciation Month
Fine Arts are an integral part of the RISD experience. March is a time to celebrate the many achievements of district Fine Arts students and staff, and also an opportunity to thank the RISD community for making such a strong commitment to the arts possible.

All Marching Bands Reach Area Finals
All four RISD marching bands advanced to the Area Finals for the first time in more than 20 years – congratulations on great marching seasons!

Cottonwood Arts Festival Emerging Artist Program
On Wednesday, April 17, there will be a reception honoring these artists at the Eisemann Center from 6 to 8 p.m.

Pearce Learning Community Fine Arts Showcase
Monday, April 15, from 6 to 7 p.m. in the refurbished high school auditorium.

Excellence in Music Education
For the 13th consecutive year, Richardson ISD is one of the best communities for music education in the country.

Berkner, Pearce Productions Open This Week
Berkner and Pearce high schools are both staging shows Feb. 1-3.

All State Musicians
Congratulations to the nine RISD students who were chosen to be Texas All State Musicians.

Fine Arts Showcases
The Berkner showcase is Feb. 6, and the Pearce learning community’s showcase is April 15.

Campus Spotlight: Pearce Mustang Stampede
The Mustang Stampede will be performing at the Country Dance World Championships in early January.

All Region Band, Orchestra
Dozens of RISD students have been named a part of the TMEA Region 20 orchestra.

Campus Spotlight: West Students Collaborate on Halloween Video
Check out this Halloween collaboration between the West band and comm arts students.

Community Invited to BHS Band Sendoff
The Mighty Ram Band is heading to state at 3 p.m. on Sunday!

Campus Spotlight: RISD Students Win TRA Art Contest
This year’s theme: Keep Litter Out Of The River