RISD School Times — April 10, 2019
STEM in the Schoolyard
Almost 300 sixth grade students from six schools, and about 180 corporate volunteers were immersed in fun and interactive science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) activities on the football field at Berkner High School during a STEM in the Schoolyard event on April 9th.
Hadeel Salman, the mother of a sixth grader at Jess Harben Elementary, was ecstatic to be chaperoning the event. “I am so happy my son is involved in STEM and able to participate in this kind of learning,” Salman said. “This is one of the most enriching things the district has done. This kind of event pushes our kids to work hard and help them achieve their passion.”
The event was sponsored by United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and presented by Mr. Cooper and Texas Instruments.
AHA Recognizes Brentfield as Top Fundraiser
The American Heart Association has recognized Brentfield Elementary as the top fundraising school in Texas for its annual Kids Heart Challenge.
The effort raised more than $91,000, second only to one other school in the United States.
Congratulations to the Brentfield community for its award-winning generosity!
RISD has been named a Best Community for Music Education for the eighth consecutive year! Congratulations to RISD’s Fine Arts educators and thank you to the RISD community for providing the resources that allow the district to offer exceptional programs to students.
Pearce One Act Play Among Best in Texas
Congratulations to the cast, crew and teachers of the PHS One Act Play, BOB, A Life in 5 Acts, for advancing four rounds to the Regional UIL One Act Play competition this weekend in Waco. They are one step away from the state competition!
District Calendar
- April 9–10 — STAAR Testing
- April 15 — Board Work Session
- April 19 — Student/Staff Holiday (Snow Make-Up Day)
- April 22 — Student/Staff Holiday (Snow Make-Up Day)
- May 6 — Regular Board meeting
- May 7–9 STAAR EOC Testing
- May 13–16 STAAR Testing
- May 20 — Board Work Session
- May 27 — Student & Staff Holiday
- May 29 — Last Day of School
- June 2–3 — Class of 2019 Graduation Ceremonies
Upcoming Meetings, Events & Fundraisers
- RISD Athletic Events Calendar
- April Fine Arts Calendar
- RISD Assessment Calendar
- Class of 2019 Elementary Senior Breakfasts & Walks
- April 12 — Prairie Creek Annual Blood Drive
- April 13 — RHS Eaglettes Spring Mini-Clinic for K-8
- April 17 — LWV Richardson Candidate Forum
- May 17 — Berkner Booster Club Scholarship Golf Outing
Pre-Kindergarten Registration is now open for the 2019–20 school year. Visit risd.org/prek for more information.
Enroll Your Child Online for the 2019–20 School Year
All students who will be new or returning to RISD for the 2019–20 school year may now enroll online. Paper enrollment is no longer available. Parents whose children will be attending school in RISD in 2019–20 should enroll online without delay.
Like last year, returning students will need a unique “snapcode” to enroll. Snapcodes were sent to parents by their child’s current school — contact your school if you need a snapcode or would like to use a school device to enroll your child online.
Have a Question About RISD?
We’re glad you asked!
From time to time, students, parents, residents or taxpayers have questions about information or issues related to RISD, but aren’t sure who to ask or where to go for information. We’re Glad You Asked is a feature on the RISD website that lets stakeholders ask questions about anything related to RISD, and you’ll receive an emailed response from the appropriate RISD staff member. Some questions & answers may be featured in district publications.
Simply visit risd.org/gladyouasked to use this feature.
