Eight Richardson ISD educators named Super Teachers for first quarter

Richardson ISD celebrated eight educators as “Super Teachers” on Tuesday, Oct. 27, for the first grading period of the 2026–27 school year. The district stated that these educators exemplify excellence aligned with the Learner Framework or Graduate Profile. A Super Teacher committee reviewed numerous nominations to select the recipients.

The eight educators recognized for Quarter 1 are Madison Armstrong of Richardson High School, Ernie Huben of Lake Highlands High School, Whitney Sewell of Liberty Junior High, Tykirah Lee of Forestridge Elementary, Eleanor Despain of White Rock Elementary, Debra Gilliand of Thurgood Marshall Success Academy, Graciela Quintero of RISD Academy, and Laura Patterson of Northwood Hills Elementary.

The district expressed gratitude to those who nominated educators for the recognition, noting that the process helps highlight teachers who go above and beyond for students. The announcement emphasized that the committee considers all nominations throughout the year, so educators not selected in this round may still be recognized later.

Nominations for the Quarter 2 Super Teacher award are currently open and will be accepted through December 18. Announcements for the second quarter are scheduled for early January. Residents interested in nominating a teacher can find more information and the nomination link on the district’s website.