Get Back to School Ready for the 2026-27 School Year.
News & Updates
Get Back to School Ready for the 2026-27 School Year
Visit the district’s back-to-school web page so you’re ready for #RISDFirstDay! Find important info: School
Stopfinder Mobile App
Your child’s transportation information is just a click away! Stopfinder is the all-in-one, easy-to-use app for viewing & sharing your student’s transportation schedule.
Bond 2025 – Middle School Construction Meetings
As construction continues at our six junior high campuses as part of the Middle School Transformations made possible through voter-approved Bond 2025, parents and community members are invited to attend upcoming Bond Construction Parent Information Meetings.
Richardson ISD Football Coach named to DCTF 40-Under-40 List
Coach Kendrick Holloway, the Head Football Coach and Athletic Coordinator at Richardson High School, has been selected to the prestigious Dave Campbell’s Texas Football 40-Under-40: Who’s Next Among Texas Coaches 2026 list.
Superintendent Branum named Superintendent of the Year by Texas PTA
This well-deserved honor reflects her unwavering commitment to going above and beyond to back the future for every child!
Application For Free and Reduced Meals For the 2026-2027 School Year Now Open
Parents of enrolled RISD students may now complete the Free and Reduced Meal Application for the 2026-27 school year.
Every Child. Every Teacher. Every Leader. Every Day.
Points of Pride
National Dell Scholars
97 Seniors named National Dell Scholars since 2009
Class of 2026
Earned A College, Career, And Military Readiness Indicator
TEA Academic Distinctions
30 RISD schools earned 101 TEA Academic Distinctions
Consecutive Years
Named “Best Communities for Music Education” by NAMM
Certifications
Students earned 2,487 industry certifications in 2025-26
District Distinctions
District of Distinction
Richardson ISD is among less than 6% of school districts in the state to receive this honor
Proud BCME District
RISD named a Best Community for Music Education for the 15th consecutive year
District of Distinction
RISD has been named TAEA District of Distinction for Fifth Consecutive Year
Demonstration Schools
RISD is home to two AVID National Demonstration Schools
District of Distinction
RISD Named a Texas Way District of Distinction for Excellence in Sportsmanship and Community Involvement
Teacher Incentive Allotment
The TIA program provides additional funding to increase salaries for highly effective teachers