How We Help Teachers & Staff.

We support Richardson ISD educators by funding bold ideas and outstanding achievement. Our awards help bring learning to life and celebrate those who make a lasting impact.

RISD Staff Awards

The Richardson ISD Foundation awards monetary prizes to recognize exceptional RISD staff, teachers, and administrators. These individuals help advance the district’s mission through their commitment to student success, innovation, and the growth of others. Below are the awards we help fund and present in collaboration with Richardson ISD and our generous community partners:

  • Assistant Principal of the Year (Elementary and Secondary)

  • Champion Awards (RISD Support Staff)

  • Counselors of the Year (Elementary and Secondary)

  • Nurse of the Year

  • Patti Kieker Servant Leader Award

  • Principal of the Year (Elementary and Secondary)

  • Red Apple New Teacher Award (Elementary and Secondary)

  • STARS Teaching Award

  • TI Foundation Innovations in STEM Teaching Award