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Richardson ISD Superintendent Branum released a special edition of Keeping Tabs covering fall sports etiquette, vaping policies, and MAP assessments.
Six high school seniors from Richardson ISD have been recognized as National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists, joining a group of 16,000 students nationwide.
Facing a $20.8 million operating shortfall for 2026-27, Richardson ISD is courting open-enrollment families while planning another $20 million in efficiencies for 2027-28.
Richardson ISD has introduced a new program where principals share monthly vocabulary lists to support student learning at home.
Several Richardson High School home football games are moving to later start times on September 10 and 11 to address record heat forecasts.
State Board of Education member Brandon Hall called for consistent filter application after a parent reported that a district device blocked a search for President Trump.
Richardson ISD released findings from its 2025-26 parent survey, highlighting staff appreciation and four key areas for improvement.
Several 9th grade, JV, and Varsity football games scheduled for Sept. 2-4 have been moved to later start times due to forecasted heat.
The Richardson Independent School District is hosting a free college fair on Tuesday, September 15 at Lake Highlands High School for students to meet with representatives from various institutions.
Richardson ISD is celebrating Attendance Awareness Month in September to remind families of the district's 96% attendance goal and the impact of regular presence on student learning.
Richardson ISD and Junior Achievement of Dallas opened a new experiential learning center at Greenwood Hills Learning Center on August 27, 2026.
Several 9th grade, JV, and Varsity football games scheduled for August 27-28 have been moved to later start times due to forecasted heat.
Richardson ISD's MST and RWJH schools have received national recognition from the Magnet Schools of America for excellence in magnet education.
Richardson ISD is accepting nominations for its 2026-27 Super Teacher award from August 25 through October 7, with winners to be announced in early January.
Richardson ISD Superintendent Tabitha Branum invites families to watch the latest edition of Keeping Tabs for school year updates and student features.
Richardson ISD will begin offering the SAT School Day to all high school juniors this school year, replacing the previous ACT School Day administration.
Richardson ISD provided updates on six middle school construction sites and transportation operations during its August 20 work session.
A district score of 83 covering 49 rated campuses that range from a 95 at the top to a 53 at the bottom, one of the widest spreads in the region.
Richardson Independent School District has detailed the specific online learning platforms used for students in grades PK-2 and 3-12 to facilitate family engagement.
Dr. Carrie Greer, a Liberty Junior High alumna, has been appointed principal of her former middle school, with her ex-math teacher serving as assistant principal.
Richardson ISD improved from a C rating in 2025 to a B rating in 2026, with 31 campuses earning A or B ratings and all high schools achieving A or B ratings.
