RISD Parent & Community Newsletter (3/1/26 - 3/7/26)

Posted Date: 03/02/26 (07:48 AM)

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RISD Parent & Community Newsletter

Week of March 1 - March 7, 2026

March 1, 2026

Events Happening This Week at Ricardo ISD:

Ricardo ISD Open House event on Tuesday, March 3rd, starting at 5:30 PM.

TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOL WEEK

Monday, March 2

Texas Public School Week - Day 1: Dr. Seuss Day

Tuesday, March 3

Texas Public School Week - Day 2: Texas Colors Day
RISD Open House @ 5:30 PM

Wednesday, March 4

Texas Public School Week - Day 3: Texas College Shirt Day
Bishop Track Meet

Thursday, March 5

Texas Public School Week - Day 4: Texas Cowboy/Cowgirl Day
Family Fun Luncheon: Pre-K
Spring Benchmark - 5th/6th/7th/8th Science
Special Olympics Basketball

Friday, March 6

Texas Public School Week - Day 5: A Sunny Day in Texas

Happening Soon at Ricardo ISD:

Ricardo ISD's Texas Public School Week dress code poster lists daily themes from Monday to Friday.

Ricardo ISD Open House event details for Texas Public School Week, March 3, 2025.

Texas Public School Week 3/2/26 - 3/6/2026

Monday 3/2: Dr. Seuss Day

Tuesday 3/3: Texas Colors Day & RISD Open House

Wednesday 3/4: Texas College Shirt Day

Thursday 3/5: Texas Cowboys/Cowgirl Day

Friday 3/6: A Sunny Day in Texas

Spring 2026 RES Assessment Calendar showing dates for February, March, and April.

Spring 2026 RMS Assessment Calendar showing dates for February, March, and April STAAR testing.

RES & RMS Spring Assessment Calendars

Announcement for 'Family Fun Fridays' with a new date for Pre-K on Thursday, March 5th.

Pre-K Family Fun Friday

Yellowjacket Spotlight

Invitation to the 26th Annual Conservation Awards Banquet on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 6:00 PM.

A document lists award recipients for the 2025-2026 school year, including categories like Outstanding Conservation Farmer and Essay Contest winners.

A group of children stand on a stage, holding awards and smiling.

A group of students and adults stand on a stage, holding awards.

26th Annual Conservation Awards Banquet

Two young female athletes in blue and yellow uniforms smile, holding ribbons on a track.

Athletes in blue and yellow uniforms compete in various track and field events.

List of 8th and 7th grade girls' track and field events and placements.

List of track and field results for 8th and 7th grade boys, detailing events and placements.

RMS Track @ Premont

Students in a classroom setting, some with laptops, others holding snacks.

RMS Attendance Winner of the Week: 7th Grade!

2026-2027 Registration Information

Proof of Residency Requirements 2026-2027

A table outlines document requirements for applicants, divided into three columns: A, B, and C.

Proof Of Residency Document LINK

2026-2027 Transfer Information

Ricardo ISD is accepting transfer applications for the 2026-2027 school year, featuring excellent academics, outstanding programs, and a small school environment.

26-27 Transfer Application Link

8th Grade Completion Ceremony Info

Announcement for RMS 8th Grade Completion Ceremony on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the RMS Cafeteria.

Announcement for RMS 8th Grade Completion Ceremony on May 20, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the RMS Cafeteria.

Yellowjacket Sports

2026 Track & Field Schedule for Ricardo Yellow Jackets, featuring invitational meets and a district meet.

Voluntary Student Accident & Athletic Insurance

This link provides information about an optional student accident insurance program that families may purchase to help cover medical expenses if a student is injured during school activities, athletics, or special events. This coverage is voluntary and not required.

Student Insurance Link

Counseling Corner

Illustration of children cooperating: one waters plants, others assemble a rainbow puzzle, with "March Cooperation" text.

Communities in Schools Corner

Poster for a clothing drive with the text 'Make a Difference Today Clothing Drive' and images of various clothing items.

Save the Children Corner

Contact information for Ashley Saenz, Program Coordinator, including email and phone.

Ricardo ISD is partnering with Save the Children to offer Grade Level Proficiency Programs (GLP). Our programs are designed for children who need additional literacy and math support in kindergarten to fifth grade. These supplemental programs aim to meet the needs of children ensuring they receive the support necessary to succeed academically.

Save the Children's weekly learning plan for March 2nd-6th, featuring Literacy and Math topics by grade level.

Hello RISD Families,

Ricardo ISD is excited to partner with Save the Children as we apply for funding to support and expand our afterschool program for our students.

As part of this process, we need your voice and input. We kindly ask that you take just a few minutes to complete a short survey sharing your thoughts on the need for an afterschool program in our district.

Your feedback will help us continue providing meaningful opportunities and support for our students beyond the school day.

Thank you for your time and for always supporting Ricardo ISD!

STC - Parent Survey Link

RISD Student Picture & Yearbook Corner

How to Order RES Class Pictures & RMS Grade Level Panoramic Pictures:

Click the link below to go to strawbridge.net
Click "Order Pictures & Yearbooks"
Enter code and click "Find" to Order
Ricardo Elementary School Code: FM483462
Ricardo Middle School Code: FM483478

Pictures Order LINK

8th Grade Yearbook Ads Now Open

The link to purchase 8th grade yearbook ads is now open! Families who would like to celebrate their 8th grader with a special message in this year’s yearbook may now submit and purchase an ad through Jostens.

The deadline to purchase an 8th grade yearbook ad is February 6, 2026. All ads must be submitted and paid for online at jostens.com.

We encourage families to take advantage of this opportunity to recognize their student and create a lasting memory in the 2025–2026 RMS yearbook.

Jostens.com Link

Bell Schedules

A school bell schedule with times for drop-off, start, and pickup.

A school bell schedule poster with a music theme.

Cafeteria Corner

Ricardo ISD Cafeteria Menu for March 2026, showing daily meal options.

Safety Corner

A poster promoting safe gun ownership with the text 'MAKE GUN OWNERSHIP SAFER' and three steps for safe storage.

Safe Gun Storage

Keep your guns out of the wrong hands! From trigger locks to gun safes, there’s a safe storage option to fit every budget. Find out more at SafeGunStorageTexas.com today!

#keepemsafetexas

#safegunstorage

#texasparents