RISD Parent & Community Newsletter (5/17/26 - 5/23/26)

Posted Date: 05/17/26 (09:57 AM)

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RISD Parent & Community Newsletter

Week of May 17 - May 23, 2026

May 17, 2026

Events Happening This Week at Ricardo ISD:

Monday, May 18

6th Grade Field Trip - Funtrackers
Free Snow Cones for All Students
8th Grade Field Day
RMS Spring Band Concert - 6:30 PM @ GYM

Tuesday, May 19

6th Grade Awards - 9:00 AM @ GYM
7th Grade Awards - 10:15 AM @ GYM
8th Grade Awards - 11:15 AM @ GYM
RISD Color Run

Wednesday, May 20

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - HALF DAY SCHEDULE
Pre-K & Kinder Dismissal Time: 12:00 PM
1st & 2nd Grade Dismissal Time: 12:10 PM
3rd & 4th Grade Dismissal Time: 12:20 PM
5th/6th/7th/8th Grade Dismissal Time: 12:35 PM
8th Grade Competition Ceremony - 6:00 PM @ Cafeteria
School Board Meeting - 7:00 PM @ Carol Radford Learning Center

Thursday, May 21

RISD Staff Development Day

Friday, May 22

RISD Staff Development Day

Happening Soon at Ricardo ISD:

Invitation to Ricardo ISD's 8th Grade Completion Ceremony on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 at 6:00 PM.

Ricardo Elementary School's End of Year Events for 2026, listing dates and activities.

Ricardo Middle School End of Year Events calendar with dates and activities from May 4-20.

A 'Medication Pick-Up Reminder' poster with dates Monday, May 18 & Tuesday, May 19.

PK3 Application Form

Ricardo ISD announces PK3 applications are open for the 2026-2027 school year, featuring a QR code for registration.

KinderBoost Registration

Enrollment letter for Ricardo ISD KinderBoost program, detailing a two-week schedule for kindergarten preparation.

Advertisement for KinderBoost, a two-week kindergarten readiness program running June 1st-12th, weekdays 8:30am-12:30pm.

Yellowjacket Spotlight

A diverse group of graduates in blue and green gowns and caps pose for a photo.

Class of 2026 - Senior Walk

A large group of young people in matching black t-shirts pose for a photo outdoors.

A group of young people in matching black t-shirts pose for a photo in an amusement park.

8th Grade Field Trip - Fiesta Texas

A large group of students poses for a photo in front of Urban Air Adventure Park.

A group of young people in matching t-shirts pose for a photo at an arcade.

7th Grade Field Trip - Urban Air

A collage of images shows people enjoying various activities at an indoor trampoline park, including foam pits and obstacle courses.

Perfect Attendance Field Trip - Urban Air

A group of young people in blue shirts deliver boxes and gifts to seniors in a bright room.

NJHS Donates Socks to Nursing Home

A group of young children in blue graduation gowns and caps with 'R' emblems.

Pre-Kindergarten Graduation

A group of smiling children sit at long tables in a cafeteria, enjoying bowls of ice cream.

AR Goal Celebration

Children in bright t-shirts participate in various outdoor field day activities.

RES Field Day

Big Kahuna Celebration

Four children proudly hold new tablets in their boxes.

Perfect Attendance iPad Winners

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 May 20, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the RMS Cafeteria.

Yellowjacket Sports

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

RMS Spring Sports Picture Order Info

A flyer detailing photography package options, a la carte prints, and online ordering instructions.

Instructions to order sports pictures for Ricardo Middle School, featuring a QR code and order code FM503905.

Counseling Corner

Illustration of Ricardo ISD school building with children playing and a mascot bee.

Communities in Schools Corner

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

Poster for a CIS Shoe Drive, featuring black and yellow sneakers hanging by their laces.

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.