Families weighing a Richardson ISD magnet program or a transfer for next school year will have an earlier start than in the past. The district says it is moving its enrollment calendar forward beginning with the 2027-28 cycle.
Under the new timeline, applications open Nov. 1 for:
- all magnet programs
- dual language choice programs
- enrollment for students new to the district
- transfers within the district and from other districts
General enrollment for returning students opens Feb. 23, according to the district's summary of the October board meeting.
The district says the earlier windows are meant to give families more time to look at options and plan, and are part of an effort to expand student choice, attract new families and keep current ones. It is telling families to watch district and campus websites, ParentSquare and its social media channels for application details.
Campuses still under state focus
The same board summary included a message from Superintendent Tabitha Branum on the district's campuses that remain under improvement efforts. She said the district has heard questions and concern from families about RISD Academy's continued designation as a high-focus campus.