Richland School District
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RSD is proud to announce that Tara Parker, receptionist at Richland High School, has been named the district’s 2025 Classified Staff of the Year.
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We are proud to announce that Taylor Sandoval, school counselor at William Wiley Elementary, has been honored with the Washington School Counselor Association's (WSCA) Rising Star Award.
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Will you have a kindergartner starting their academic journey or will your child be joining our schools for the first time in the fall? Our online enrollment portal for the 2025-26 school year is now open.
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The Richland School District is proud to honor Kim Ward, Wiley Elementary’s Instructional Specialist, as the 2025 Crystal Apple Award winner.
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February is Career & Technical Education month! Join us as we share stories about our wonderful programs, teachers and students!
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National Board Certification is one of the highest and most respected recognitions in the education profession, and the Richland School District has four newly certified educators.
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What Families Need to Know
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Schools in our district, from early learning to secondary.
Early Learning Opportunities
From our preschool offerings to the new Promise Kindergarten program, our schools are helping students get a good start on their education.
77%
Teachers holding a master's degree or higher.
Arts
Our schools offer multiple opportunities for students to pursue the arts so they can create, connect and explore what gives them joy.
Athletics
Middle and high school athletics are just one of the ways we are engaging students and teaching them life skills.
47
Students named semifinalists for National Merit since 2016.
Choice
Our families and their children deserve the freedom to choose schools, programs and classes where they will thrive.
150+
Staff members currently holding National Board certification or similar national credentials.