What academic term is relevant at Richmond High?

School Year 2026-2027 runs from August 18, 2026 through June 10, 2027.

How much campus context is included in the Richmond High student guide?

The guide includes 6 approved campus terms and 6 local details from DormWay's campus reference library.

Does the Richmond High guide include the complete campus glossary?

Yes. All 6 approved campus glossary entries are available in the searchable campus-language section.

Where does the Richmond High student guide information come from?

Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Richmond HighStudent Guide

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Institution in Richmond, CA. Operating on a semester system.

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Richmond, CA

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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Richmond High

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term: School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms: 6
Local details: 6

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 18, 2026 – Jun 10, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

1 entries

Aug 18Jun 10, 2027
School Year 2026-2027Relevant now

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Campus language

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6 terms

A

ALAS: Association of Latin American Students, a cultural and social club.
ASB: Associated Student Body, the student government organization.

B

BSU: Black Student Union, a student organization focused on Black culture and community.

O

Oilers: The official mascot and collective name for Richmond High students.

T

The Caf: The school cafeteria where students eat lunch.
The Rich: A common local nickname for Richmond High School and the city of Richmond.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

6 details

AC Transit: The public bus system used by many students for transportation to and from school.
Late Start: Specific days (often Mondays) when the school day begins later than the standard time.
Main Building: The primary structure housing administrative offices and classrooms.
PowerSchool: The online platform used by students and parents to track grades, attendance, and schedules.
richmond_high_school_cafeteria: Richmond High School Cafeteria
The Quad: The central outdoor area where students congregate during lunch and breaks.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?: School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 18, 2026 – Jun 10, 2027.
How much campus context is included?: 6 approved campus terms and 6 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?: Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?: Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

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Life in Richmond for Richmond High Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Richmond.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$2,300

Cost of Living Index

160

Student Population

25,000

City Transportation

Walkability

Bikeability

Public Transit

BART (Richmond Station terminus of Richmond–Millbrae and Richmond–Fremont lines), AC Transit regional bus service, WestCAT bus service (regional), Amtrak Capitol Corridor and San Joaquin (Richmond Station), Ferry service via nearby terminals (e.g., Richmond Ferry to San Francisco)

Nearest Airports

Oakland International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Richmond Airport Field (general aviation nearby), Buchanan Field Airport (regional, in Concord)

Climate Averages

Climate

Mediterranean (Csb) / coastal marine

Avg Annual Temp

58°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Front Entrance Visitor Parking

surface_lot • Limited

Located off 23rd St; visitors must wear visible guest passes.

Campus News

Latest updates from Richmond High

Richmond High Modernization Project Construction Update

Ongoing construction for the $280 million modernization project, including a new two-story building and campus renovations.

Aug 1, 2026

Richmond High's Class of 1996 Raises $4000 for Alma Mater

The 30th reunion of the Class of 1996 raised funds to support current students and programs at Richmond High.

Sep 17, 2026

Richmond High Football Roundup: Week 4 of 2026 Season

Summary of recent high school football performance and highlights from the 804 area.

Sep 19, 2026

Phishing Scam Alert – Emails Impersonating City Staff

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Richmond High

Back to School Night - High Schools

September 24, 2026

Richmond High School

Annual Back to School Night for high school students and families.

High School Minimum Day

September 25, 2026

Richmond High School

Minimum day for all high school students in the district.

Indigenous People's Day (No School)

October 12, 2026

Richmond High School

District holiday; no school for students and staff.

End of 1st Quarter

October 21, 2026

Richmond High School

End of the first grading period for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Richmond High

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

10 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Dennis Hall

Gateway Village

Lora Robins Court

Marsh Hall

Moore Hall

North Court

Room types: single, double, triple

Robins Hall

University Forest Apartments

Westhampton-style first-year residence halls

Room types: single, double, triple

Wood Hall

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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