RISD Parent & Community Newsletter (3/8/26 - 3/14/26)

Posted Date: 03/08/26 (03:49 PM)

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RISD Parent & Community Newsletter

Week of March 8 - March 14, 2026

March 8, 2026

RISD Spring Break from March 16th-20th, with Staff Development Day on March 23rd and students returning March 24th, depicted on a beach scene.

A flyer announces "Spring Pictures" by Strawbridge, featuring children's photos and details for Picture Day on March 12, 2026.

Events Happening This Week at Ricardo ISD:

TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOL WEEK

Monday, March 9

Regular School Day - No Events

Tuesday, March 10

Spring Benchmark - 6th/7th/8th Math & 8th Algebra

Wednesday, March 11

Spring Benchmark - 3rd/4th/5th Math

Thursday, March 12

Spring Pictures
RMS Track @ Premont

Friday, March 13

End of the 3rd Nine Weeks
Shelter-in-Place & Lockdown Drill
SPED Field Trip - Jumping World

🚌 SCHOOL BUS SAFETY REMINDER 🚌

Seat Belts Keep Our Students Safe!

The safety of our students is our top priority. Please remind your child that wearing a seat belt on the school bus is required at all times.

✅ Stay seated while the bus is moving

✅ Keep your seat belt fastened during the entire ride

✅ Follow the bus driver’s safety instructions

✅ Keep aisles clear for safe movement

Seat belts help protect students and make the ride safer for everyone.

We appreciate your support in reminding your child to buckle up every day!

Together we can keep our students safe, secure, and ready to learn. 🚌✨

Happening Soon at Ricardo ISD:

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

Yellowjacket Spotlight

A school band performs outdoors under a covered walkway.

RISD Open House

A graphic celebrating Educational Diagnostician Week, honoring Graciela Saenz of Ricardo ISD.

A woman smiles behind a pink gift box filled with snacks, flowers, and a balloon that says 'You're Awesome'.

RISD Celebrated National School Diagnostician Week

A woman and three children smile while holding a "Family Fun Friday Ricardo ISD" banner.

A family holds a banner that reads "FAMILY FUN FRIDAY RICARDO ISD" with cartoon bees.

A family holds a banner that reads 'FAMILY FUN FRIDAY RICARDO ISD' while sitting at an outdoor table.

Two families enjoy lunch outdoors at picnic tables, with children and adults smiling.

A family enjoys a meal together at picnic tables, with a banner reading 'Family Fun Friday Ricardo ISD'.

A family smiles while holding a banner that reads 'Family Fun Friday Ricardo ISD'.

Pre-K Family Fun Friday

A group of young athletes in blue and yellow uniforms stand together, some wearing medals, in a gymnasium.

Children participate in a basketball shooting drill in a gymnasium.

RISD Special Olympics Basketball

A group of young athletes in blue and yellow uniforms pose for a photo on a grassy field.

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

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

RMS Track @ Bishop

A group of five people, including one man dressed as a prince and four women in ballgowns and tiaras, pose in front of a grand ballroom backdrop.

Children dressed as royalty celebrate with a tea party in a library, wearing crowns and elegant outfits.

Kindergarten Royal Ball '26

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.

A diverse group of smiling children and an adult gather in a library for the CIS Breakfast Club, advertised with bees and the text 'CIS Breakfast Club MEETS EVERY FRIDAY! From 7am to 7:30am LOCATED IN THE LIBRARY'.

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.

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, detailing 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!

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