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News & Updates
Soccer Playoffs
Four RISD teams have advanced to the UIL State Playoffs including the girls teams from Lake Highlands and Pearce and the boys teams from Lake Highlands and Pearce.
End of Year Survey Now Open
Parents and guardians of currently enrolled students are highly encouraged to share their feedback about their child’s school and their overall experience during the 2025–26 school year.
March Board Meeting Highlights
After each Regular Board of Trustees meeting, we share a brief summary of recognitions, presentations, and items covered during the meeting. Board President Poteet shares a recap of the March 12 meeting.
Congratulations to the QuestBridge College Match Finalists
Two RISD seniors were awarded full-ride scholarships through the National College Match program, matching with Vanderbilt University and MIT.
2025-26 Principals and Assistant Principals of the Year
Congratulations to these outstanding leaders for going above and beyond for their students, staff, and families.
Richardson West Junior High Named AVID National Demonstration School
The prestigious honor is held by less than 3% of all AVID-certified schools, approximately 200 schools worldwide and only 17 junior highs in Texas.
Every Child. Every Teacher. Every Leader. Every Day.
Points of Pride
National Dell Scholars
97 Seniors named National Dell Scholars since 2009
Class of 2025
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 2,582 industry certifications in 2024-25
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 14th 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
Teacher Incentive Allotment
The TIA program provides additional funding to increase salaries for highly effective teachers