Richland Raiders Newsletter

Hello Raider Nation!

It's Homecoming Week, and the excitement is building! Tomorrow night, our Raiders take on Frisco Independence in our first Homecoming football game! We'll crown our Homecoming King and Queen before kickoff, with the ceremony beginning at 6:30 p.m. The celebration continues Saturday night with our Homecoming Dance at 8:00 p.m. If your student hasn't purchased their ticket yet, there's still time!

It's a great time to be a Richland Raider!

Let's Ride!

Dr. Lute Croy
Principal, Richland High School

🗓️ Friday, October 16 – Homecoming Football Game 6:00 p.m. Prosper ISD Children's Health Stadium

🗓️ Saturday, October 17 – Homecoming Dance 8:00 - 11:00 p.m. Richland HS

🗓️ Tuesday, October 20 – Breast Cancer Awareness Month District Wide 💗 PINK OUT 💗

🗓️ Wednesday, October 21 – Class of 2028 Jostens Class Ring meeting during Advisory (students only)

🗓️ Thursday, October 22 – Football: Richland vs. Frisco High School (away) | U.S.A. theme | Toyota Soccer Center, Frisco

🗓️ Friday, October 23 – Makeup Picture Day Richland HS LGI room

🗓️ Thursday, October 29 – Football: Richland vs. Memorial (home) | Blackout theme | Prosper ISD Children's Health Stadium

⭐🏆 Richland Girls Cross Country are DISTRICT CHAMPIONS! The Varsity Girls captured the District Championship this morning, led by Gemma Adimora, who claimed the individual District Championship and was named District Most Outstanding Runner! The Varsity Boys also delivered a strong performance, earning 3rd place, while Coach Kevin Spruill was named District Girls Coach of the Year. Congratulations to our runners and coaches on an outstanding day and an incredible achievement for Richland Cross Country!

Homecoming shirts are in stock and ready for purchase and pickup!

Order your shirt online and choose porch pickup at either Sutton Fields or Villages at Legacy.

Order your HOCO shirt here

(available in heather gray, lavender and ice gray)

Richland’s first-ever varsity Homecoming football game is tomorrow, October 16, at 6:00 p.m. held at Children’s Health Stadium! Come support your fellow Raiders as our athletes and performers take the field, and join the excitement as we celebrate our Homecoming Court. Let’s fill the stands with Purple Pride!

Students can claim one FREE ticket through the HomeTown Ticketing website or app.

Tickets are available now!

Passcode: Richland2026

Please note: The passcode is case-sensitive, and the limit is one ticket per student per week. Be sure to claim your ticket and come cheer on the Raiders! 💜

Hey, Raider Parents! Don’t forget to purchase your student’s Homecoming Dance Tickets on RevTrak. Tickets are $40 and the dance is from 8:00 -11:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 17th. We have all sorts of fun things planned, including photobooths, games on the forum, free snacks and drinks, and the best music and decor in the district. We can’t wait to see your Raider there! *All sales help fund both Homecoming and Prom to make sure our students have the best experience ever!

Click HERE to purchase tickets!

Show your HOCO spirit by participating in these dress up days! Earn Minga points!

Juniors will meet with Jostens on Wednesday, October 21, during advisory to learn about ordering custom class rings and belt buckles. Families should watch for an email with design options, ordering details, and the deadline for the best pricing. A special tradition celebrating your Raider’s high school journey!

Class of 2029 and 2030

Learn about the opportunities in Prosper ISD to fast track your future.

October 21, 2026

6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Rock Hill High School Cafeteria

PSAT Exam Results Available October 22 at 5:00 p.m. CT

Date: Friday, October 23

Time: 12:00–2:43 p.m. ONLY

Location: LGI

MAKEUP PHOTOS – Students Who Missed Picture Day

• Students who have NOT had their photo taken this school year will receive an email with their scheduled time.
• Advisory appointments are reserved ONLY for students who have not had a photo taken this school year.
• Please report to the LGI at your assigned time.

RETAKES – Students Who Want a New Photo

• Retakes are optional for students who are unhappy with their original photo.
• Students requesting a retake must report to the LGI during their lunch period.
• No scheduled appointments or passes will be provided for retakes.
• Students who have already had their photo taken WILL NOT be able to retake during advisory.

Please remember that photos will only be taken between 12:00 and 2:43 p.m. If you have dual credit or an off-campus class, please email Mrs. Shea at cfshea@prosper-isd.net.

AP Exam Payment window is closing in two weeks. Please make payment in total registration before the October 29th deadline. Please reach out to Leslie Thompson regarding any questions regarding AP exams or payments.

Reminder that anyone without a badge must enter through the main office on campus. Please do not open the doors for anyone.

Beginning with the 2026/2027 school year, all Texas Public School students must complete the

Direct Admissions data sharing election or opt out as a graduation requirement. Through My Future Texas, Texas’ online college and career planning platform, students can explore education options, financial aid information and apply for college and Direct Admissions to certain Texas colleges and universities.

H-E-B is now accepting applications for the 2027 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards, which awards cash prizes to educators who go the extra mile to serve their students and their communities. To commemorate 25 years of excellence in education, H-E-B will award more than $1 million in cash prizes to Texas educators and their schools in 2027.

All state-certified public school educators currently teaching in Texas, as well as Texas early childhood education centers/schools, are eligible to apply before November 1, 2026 at heblovesteachers.com/apply/.

📣 Class of 2027 - Booking for senior portraits is officially OPEN. We’ve partnered with CADY to capture this milestone with photos perfect for announcements, yearbook ads, social posts, and more. Spots fill fast, so don’t put this off. Book your session now at cady.com/schedule. #CADYsenior #Classof2027 #SeniorYear

🎓 Seniors Ads are on sale now! Celebrate your senior with a personalized message and photos they'll treasure for years to come. Deadline to order is October 31, 2026. After October 31, a late fee will apply. Space is limited, so don't wait!

Doctor’s notes or other supporting documentation for an absence, may be submitted by completing the online Attendance Note Submission form and uploading your documentation within the form. Student's 8-digit ID numbers are required in order to complete the form, and may be found in Skyward Family Access. This process applies to both full-day and partial-day absences. Please note that a parent notification submitted through Skyward Family Access regarding a doctor's visit does not qualify as a doctor's note.

• All early student check-outs must be entered in Skyward under the "Attendance" tab at least two (2) hours prior to the student’s release time. Please ensure the “All Day” checkbox is deselected in order for the request to be processed in a timely manner.
• Once the early release is approved, students will receive an Early Release Pass in Minga. Students must show the Minga Early Release pass to security when leaving campus and any staff that ask.
• If you are picking up your student in person, please go to the Front Office and allow adequate time for them to be retrieved from class.
• After 3:00 p.m., all student check-outs must be done through the Front Office.
• After 4:00 p.m., NO student check-outs through the Front Office.

Please note:

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• Visit the Richland High School PTO website to join!
• Please consider donating to our PTO for upcoming events next year like Senior Snack and Minga days by viewing the Amazon Wish List.

Many thanks to our PTO title sponsor - Sarah Maxwell, realtor & designer

Richland’s first true Homecoming celebration kicked off yesterday with an unforgettable parade around campus! Building on last year’s inaugural parade, this year’s event was bigger and better, featuring more than 35 groups and over 60 floats representing Richland athletics, fine arts, clubs, and student organizations. Led by the Prosper ISD Police Department and Prosper Fire Department, the nearly hour-long parade also featured district leadership, community leaders, campus staff, feeder-school representatives, and the 2026 Homecoming Court nominees. From creatively decorated golf carts to larger-than-life trailer displays, Raider pride was on full display!

Following the parade, the celebration continued inside the RHS Arena with a pep rally featuring performances by Richland Band, Choir, Cheer, and Raider Revel, led by our Student Spirit Leaders. Homecoming excitement continues throughout the week with themed dress-up days, Friday morning’s student pep rally, and the big Homecoming football game Friday night against Independence High School. The festivities will wrap up Saturday with the Take Me to Rio Homecoming Dance beginning at 8:00 p.m. What a memorable way to celebrate this milestone and begin building Richland traditions for years to come! 💜

The Raider Broadcast Network (RBN) took Homecoming coverage to the streets—literally! For the first time, Mr. Tran and his student-led broadcast team livestreamed a Richland event from the parade route, bringing the excitement directly to the homes of the Raider community. The broadcast featured interviews with parade participants and spectators, color commentary, and supporting newsroom graphics. This exciting milestone marks the first of what we hope will be many live broadcasts from Richland events!

Special kudos to these key broadcast players:

Hosts: Patrick Corbett & Maxwell de la Houssaye
Reporter: Katheryn Ortiz
Producer: Patrick Corbett
Assistant Producers: Maxwell de la Houssaye & Katheryn Ortiz
Director: Zain Jehangiri
Camera Operators: Shane Pence & Kaden Wortham
Audio: Kainoa Ka'ahanui
Grips: Corban Pennington & Eric Ryu

Missed the action? Watch the Homecoming Parade livestream here!

Be sure to mark your calendar for next year’s parade—you won’t want to miss it!

Hosts Maxwell de la Houssaye and Patrick Corbett streetside during the HOCO parade broadcast

Your Richland High Counseling Team is here to support every Raider's academic, personal, and college/career journey.

Wellness Reminder:
It's okay to ask for help. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or just need someone to listen, we're here for you.

• 🗓️ 26-27 School Calendar – CLICK HERE

• 📆 26-27 A/B Schedule – CLICK HERE

• 📝 Richland High School Club Parent Permission Form – CLICK HERE

• 🚗 Need a VOE? – CLICK HERE to review the steps to request one! (DMV QR code inside)

• 📖 Yearbooks on sale – CLICK HERE to purchase from Jostens

• 📰 Student Engagement Newsletter – CLICK HERE to get involved

• 🎓 Counseling & College Resources – CLICK HERE

• 🚌 Bus Routes & Transportation Info – CLICK HERE

• 💬 Report a Concern (tip411) – CLICK HERE