School Board Recognition Month 2026
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we’re celebrating the incredible leaders who champion our students, staff, and community.
January 1, 2026
News Desk
Parent University – Getting Ready for College, Career & Beyond
Families are invited to join Richardson ISD for a virtual Parent University series focused on academic and postsecondary options for students.
December 19, 2025
Fall 2025 Semester Recap
Watch highlights and celebrations from around RISD and a special message from Superintendent Branum.
December 19, 2025
Winter Break Activity Guide
Engaging ideas for reading, math, and science, alongside “brain freeze” puzzles and creative activities for the whole family.
December 19, 2025
Yale Elementary Recognized as a Model Professional Learning Community at Work® School
Yale Elementary is one of approximately 600 schools and districts in the country and Canada to receive this honor by Solution Tree for its sustained success in raising student achievement.
December 18, 2025
Pearce Theatre Student Crowned Miss Richardson Teen 2026
Congratulations to Atlee Hargrave, Pearce High School sophomore, who was crowned Miss Richardson Teen.
December 16, 2025
RISD Board of Trustees Meeting Recap – Dec. 11
After each Regular Board of Trustees meeting, we share a brief summary of recognitions, presentations, and items covered during the meeting. Trustee Megan Timme shares a recap of the Dec. 11 meeting.
December 12, 2025
RISD Board of Trustees Approves Academic Calendars for 26-27 and 27-28 School Years
During the December board meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the academic calendars for the next two school years.
December 12, 2025
Middle School Transformations Update
During the Dec. 11 Board Meeting, district administrators shared an update on the plan and timeline to complete the Middle School Transformation initiative for the six remaining junior high schools.
December 12, 2025
Tuning Into the Future
RISD’s Instrument Recognition Contest and concert inspires the next generation of musicians
December 11, 2025
2025-26 Campus Teachers of the Year
Celebrating the outstanding educators for the 2025-2026 school year, chosen by each school in RISD.
December 11, 2025
A Day of Joy for RISD Students
The World’s Largest Toy Drive benefiting RISD students was brought by Doing Good in Dallas to Eagle-Mustang Stadium
December 8, 2025