Recent News
When the world came to Houston for the FIFA World Cup 2026, Ann Richards School Class of 2022 alum Cielo Reyes Reyes helped make the experience more welcoming, accessible, and meaningful for everyone. As a student at Rice University studying sport management and sports medicine and exercise physiology, Cielo spent the past year serving as... Read more »
Earlier this month, our rising 9th grade Stars kicked off summer break with an unforgettable trip to Washington, D.C., where history came to life around every corner. Throughout the week, students explored some of our nation’s most iconic landmarks, museums, memorials, and government institutions, including the U.S. Capitol, and Arlington National Cemetery. Along the way,... Read more »
More than 175 incoming 6th through 9th grade students kicked off their summer by taking part in Transition Camp, an annual Ann Richards School tradition that helps new Stars build confidence, make connections, and learn what it means to be part of the Star community. Throughout the week, campers met future classmates, connected with current... Read more »
While many students spent their first week of summer vacation enjoying time off, our rising seniors from the Class of 2027 were back on campus taking an important step toward their college dreams. The annual Writers’ Workshop brought together our Stars and faculty members from the English and Language Arts department for a week of... Read more »
The Ann Richards School proudly celebrated a major milestone as 100 Stars from the Class of 2026 crossed the stage and officially became graduates. The Class of 2026 leaves behind an impressive record of achievement. Together, these graduates earned nearly $26 million in merit-based scholarships, submitted 859 college applications, and received 548 offers of admission.... Read more »
The goal of attending and graduating from college is priority one of the mission statement that our Stars recite daily at the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders. The Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders dedicates itself to prepare young women to attend and graduate from college, commit to a healthy and well-balanced... Read more »
Our Class of 2026 Stars took part in one of the school’s most cherished traditions: Senior Portrait Day. One by one, seniors carefully placed their portraits on the Ann Richards School Alumni Wall of Honor, officially leaving their mark on a space that has long celebrated Ann Richards School graduates. The moment was filled with... Read more »
The Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders is proud to announce the appointment of Jodi Granado as the school’s new principal. A dedicated educator and leader with nearly 16 years of experience, Granado brings a deep commitment to student success, relationship-building, and the creation of learning environments where every student feels valued and supported.... Read more »
The halls of the Ann Richards School were buzzing with excitement on May 18 as our Stars welcomed families, friends, and community members to StarFest, our schoolwide Exhibition of Learning. For one evening, classrooms transformed into interactive galleries where our Stars took center stage, sharing projects, presentations, research, artwork, films, and performances that highlighted their... Read more »
The Ann Richards School welcomed more than 80 guests from Leadership Women and the Leadership Texas program for a special day of conversation, connection, and learning on campus. Founded by Governor Ann Richards, Leadership Texas brings together women leaders from across the state to explore important issues impacting Texas communities, education, healthcare, the economy, and... Read more »
