Richland High School Principal Announced

May 22, 2019 04:30 pm

Birdville ISD Superintendent Dr. Darrell Brown announced the appointment of Mark McCanlies as principal of Richland High School. He is replacing Carla Rix, who is retiring at the end of the 2018–19 school year. 

McCanlies has been principal at Richland Middle School since 2017. Prior to Richland Middle School, he was an associate principal at Richland High School from 2010–17, assistant principal at North Ridge Middle School from 2006–10, a teacher/coach at Richland High School from 1989–2006, a teacher/coach at North Richland Junior High from 1988–89, and a teacher/coach at Crockett Junior High in Odessa from 1987–1988. 

He earned his bachelor’s degree from Angelo State University and master’s degree from The University of Texas at Arlington. 

Assistant Director of Student Services Announced

May 22, 2019 04:15 pm

Birdville ISD Superintendent Dr. Darrell Brown announced the appointment of Greg Bicknell as assistant director of student services. He is replacing Lori Dazy, who is retiring at the end of the 2018–19 school year. 

Bicknell has been principal at Porter Elementary since 2013. Prior to Porter, he was principal at Smithfield Elementary from 2007–13, associate/assistant principal at Birdville High School from  

2003–07, assistant principal at North Richland Middle School from 2001–03, a teacher/coach at Haltom High School from 1996–2001, and a teacher/coach at Watauga Middle School from 1989–1996. 

He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of North Texas. 

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Smithfield Middle School Students TED Ed Talks
Watauga Elementary fifth graders travel on Discover Texas Field Trip
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Board of Trustees Meeting Summary

May 23, 2019 09:16 pm

The Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, May 23, 2019. The following link will provide you a summary of actions taken at their meeting.

> View May 23, 2019 e-review

> View Trustee Webpage

Porter Elementary School Principal Announced

May 23, 2019 08:22 pm

Birdville ISD Superintendent Dr. Darrell Brown announced the appointment of Jennifer Putman as principal of W.A. Porter Elementary. She is replacing Greg Bicknell, who was recently named assistant director of student services. 

Putman has been assistant principal at O.C. Taylor Elementary in Grapevine Colleyville ISD (GCISD) since 2015. Prior to Taylor Elementary, she was a learning liaison and instructional specialist in GCISD and Irving ISD from 2010–15, and an elementary teacher in GCISD and Irving ISD from 2003–10. 

She earned her bachelor’s degree from Stephen F. Austin State University and master’s degree from The University of Texas at Arlington. 

Recent Articles:

Richland High School Principal Announced
Assistant Director of Student Services Announced
Smithfield Middle School Students TED Ed Talks
Watauga Elementary fifth graders travel on Discover Texas Field Trip
#BISDShines Across Texas

BISD Closed Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day

May 24, 2019 11:17 am

All Birdville ISD campuses and offices will be closed Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day.

Recent Articles:

Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
Porter Elementary School Principal Announced
Richland High School Principal Announced
Assistant Director of Student Services Announced
Smithfield Middle School Students TED Ed Talks

BISD students attend school for a half day on Wednesday, May 29 and Thursday, May 30

May 27, 2019 03:38 pm

Early Release Schedules

PreK/PPCD
(AM) 8–10:30 a.m.
(PM) 10:40 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.

Elementary (K–5) 
8:10 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.

Middle School (6–8) 
8:40 a.m. – 1:10 p.m.

High School (9–12)
7:30–11:30 a.m.

Shannon High School
7:45–11:45 a.m.

Recent Articles:

BISD Closed Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day
Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
Porter Elementary School Principal Announced
Richland High School Principal Announced
Assistant Director of Student Services Announced

Congratulations Class of 2019! Graduation Information for Shannon, Birdville, Haltom and Richland High Schools

May 28, 2019 11:27 am

Graduation Date and Times

• Shannon High School, Thursday, May 30, 2019, 7 p.m.
  6010 Walker Street, Haltom City, TX 76117
• Birdville High School, Sunday, June 2, 2019, 12:30 p.m.Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
• Haltom High School, Sunday, June 2, 2019, 4 p.m.
  Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
• Richland High School, Sunday, June 2, 2019, 7:30 p.m.

  Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102

Please Note: If you need a sign language interpreter for any of BISD’s graduation ceremonies, please email Mary Sue Blackwell at marysue.blackwell@birdvilleschools.net no later than May 15 to make your request. Please include the high school’s name (Birdville, Haltom, or Richland) in your request.  

2019 GRADUATION TO BE BROADCAST LIVE

This year’s senior class graduation will be broadcast live, worldwide over the internet. For those that cannot watch it live, it will be broadcast afterwards on the ICB website. Graduation can be watched via any computer or mobile device, anywhere the internet is accessible.

To view the Birdville, Haltom or Richland high school ceremonies, go to http://icblive.com/birdvilleisd/ and select the appropriate BISD school and corresponding graduation time. 

Order Your Graduation DVD – Keep the Memory Forever!

IMPORTANT: Please do not delay! (Quantities are Limited)
click to order graduation DVD directly from ICB Live website

Graduation Location:
Birdville, Haltom and Richland HS Graduations will be held at the

Fort Worth Convention Center

1201 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX 76102

Garage Parking: $18 (pay on entry)

Recent Articles:

BISD students attend school for a half day on Wednesday, May 29 and Thursday, May 30
BISD Closed Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day
Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
Richland High School Principal Announced
Assistant Director of Student Services Announced

Two Principals Appointments Announced

May 31, 2019 09:30 am

Birdville ISD Superintendent Dr. Darrell Brown announced the appointments of Chad Paris as principal of W.A. Porter Elementary and Jody Fadely as principal at Richland Middle School. Paris is replacing Greg Bicknell, who was recently named assistant director of student services; and Fadely is replacing Mark McCanlies, who was recently named principal at Richland High School. 

Paris has been the full-time assistant principal at Porter Elementary since 2017. Prior to 2017, he split time as assistant principal between Richland and Porter elementary schools from 2015–17, and assistant principal at Binion Elementary from 2010–15. Paris also taught at Hardeman Elementary from 2008–10 and North Ridge Elementary from 1997–2007. 

He earned his bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University and master’s degree from Dallas Baptist University. 

Fadely has been the principal at Foster Village Elementary since 2016. Prior to Foster Village, she was principal at Brown Middle School in Forney ISD from 2008–16, assistant principal at T.H. McDonald Junior High School in Katy ISD from 2000–08, assistant principal at Mayde Creek Elementary in Katy ISD from July 1998–2000, and assistant principal at Splendora Intermediate School in Splendora ISD from 1991–98. Fadely also has nine years teaching experience in grades 4-8. 

She earned her bachelor’s degree from Southwest Texas State University and master’s degree from The University of North Texas. 

Recent Articles:

Congratulations Class of 2019! Graduation Information for Shannon, Birdville, Haltom and Richland High Schools
BISD students attend school for a half day on Wednesday, May 29 and Thursday, May 30
BISD Closed Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day
Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
Richland High School Principal Announced

Foster Village Elementary School Principal Announced

Jun 03, 2019 05:00 pm

Birdville ISD Superintendent Dr. Darrell Brown announced the appointment of Sherri Gamble as principal of Foster Village Elementary. She is replacing Jody Fadely, who was recently named principal of Richland Middle School. 

Gamble has been assistant principal at Watauga Elementary since 2015. Prior to Watauga Elementary, she was the assistant principal at Stowe Elementary from 2012–15, the school librarian at Stowe Elementary from 2007–12, and a third- and fifth-grade teacher at Stowe Elementary from 1992–2007. 

She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from The University of North Texas.

Recent Articles:

Two Principals Appointments Announced
Congratulations Class of 2019! Graduation Information for Shannon, Birdville, Haltom and Richland High Schools
BISD students attend school for a half day on Wednesday, May 29 and Thursday, May 30
BISD Closed Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day
Board of Trustees Meeting Summary

Board of Trustees Meeting Summary

Jun 20, 2019 09:04 pm

The Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, June 20. The following link will provide you a summary of actions taken at their meeting.

> View June 20, 2019 e-review
> View Board of Trustees Website

Recent Articles:

Foster Village Elementary School Principal Announced
Two Principals Appointments Announced
Congratulations Class of 2019! Graduation Information for Shannon, Birdville, Haltom and Richland High Schools
BISD students attend school for a half day on Wednesday, May 29 and Thursday, May 30
BISD Closed Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day

2019 Football Season Tickets

Jul 10, 2019 08:50 am

Season Ticket Sales: July 10 – August 16

Season Ticket Prices

Birdville High School: $40 per seat (5 games)
Haltom High School: $40 per seat (5 games)
Richland High School: $40 per seat (5 games)

Purchase Tickets at the
Fine Arts/Athletics Complex (FAAC)
9200 Mid-Cities Blvd.
North Richland Hills, 76180

Reserved tickets will be available for purchase beginning July 11 and MUST be picked up by 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 16. BISD will not hold tickets after Aug. 16. Beginning Monday, Aug. 26, reserved seating will only be available the week of the game and sold as single tickets.

If you have questions, call 817-547-5900 or 817-547-5820 between
8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Summer hours (June 3 – July 26) are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Offices are closed on Friday.

Recent Articles:

Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
Foster Village Elementary School Principal Announced
Two Principals Appointments Announced
Congratulations Class of 2019! Graduation Information for Shannon, Birdville, Haltom and Richland High Schools
BISD students attend school for a half day on Wednesday, May 29 and Thursday, May 30

Haltom High School Principal Announced

Jul 11, 2019 05:50 pm

Birdville ISD Superintendent Dr. Darrell Brown announced the appointment of E. Dion Varnado, Ed.D., as principal of Haltom High School. He is replacing David Hamilton, who accepted a position with the Region 12 Education Service Center in Waco. 

Varnado has been principal at M.L. King Middle School with Beaumont ISD since 2016. Prior to Beaumont, he was an assistant principal at Lancaster High School with Lancaster ISD from 2013–16, principal at Barnett Junior High with Arlington ISD from 2010–13, and academic associate principal at Mansfield High School with Mansfield ISD from 2008–10. He has been in various other administrative and teaching positions since 1999. 

He earned his bachelor’s degree from California State University, master’s degree from Fresno Pacific University, and doctorate degree from the University of Mary Hardin Baylor. 

Five BISD Schools Named 2018–19 Honor Roll Schools

Jul 11, 2019 08:49 am

Five BISD Schools Recognized for High Achievement in Student Success by a National Campaign of Business and Education Leaders

Birdville ISD announced that Mullendore and Smithfield elementary schools, North Ridge Middle School, and Birdville and Richland high schools have been named to the 2018-19 Honor Roll for their high achievement in student success. The program, presented by Educational Results Partnership, is part of a national effort to identify higher-performing schools and districts that are improving student outcomes. They are five of 855 public schools in Texas to be recognized.

The 2018-19 Honor Roll is developed by Educational Results Partnership (ERP), a nonprofit organization that applies data science to help improve student outcomes and career readiness. ERP maintains the nation’s largest database on student achievement and utilizes this data to identify higher-performing schools and districts.

Schools that receive the Honor Roll distinction have demonstrated consistent high levels of student academic achievement, improvement in achievement levels over time, and a reduction in achievement gaps among student populations. For high schools, the Honor Roll recognition also includes measures of college readiness.

“The Honor Roll is the only school and district recognition program in Texas based solely on objective achievement data,” said Marilyn Reznick, ERP board chair. “Our goal is to guide other educators to data-informed best practices for raising student achievement.”

“ERP is all about improving educational equity and promoting career readiness for all students, regardless of their family income, background or ZIP code,” said James Lanich, Ph.D., ERP president and CEO.  “These Honor Roll schools and districts are living proof that our students can succeed when schools are committed to removing educational obstacles and accelerating student success. By focusing attention on these bright spots among our schools, we hope to change the conversation from ‘what’s wrong’ to ‘what’s working,’ and encourage others to replicate their success.”

In Texas, the Honor Roll program is supported by numerous businesses and organizations, including the Texas Business Leadership Council, American Automobile Association (AAA) Texas, Macy’s, Wells Fargo, Chevron Corporation and Enterprise Holdings Foundation.

To access the Honor Roll, visit www.edresults.org and scroll to bottom of page.

About Educational Results Partnership 

Educational Results Partnership (ERP) is a nonprofit organization that applies data science to help improve student outcomes and career readiness throughout our educational system. In partnership with educators and employers, ERP charts the pathways that lead to academic success and living-wage jobs. ERP’s goal is to ensure that more students are equipped to enter the workforce with the skills today’s global economy demands.

Recent Articles:

2019 Football Season Tickets
Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
Foster Village Elementary School Principal Announced
Two Principals Appointments Announced
Congratulations Class of 2019! Graduation Information for Shannon, Birdville, Haltom and Richland High Schools

HMS Artists Featured in Haltom City, City Hall

Jul 12, 2019 12:35 pm

Four seventh and eighth grade students from Haltom Middle School recently had artwork displayed at City Hall in Haltom City.  They are pictured here with the newly elected mayor of Haltom City, Dr. An Truong. #BISDShines

Recent Articles:

Haltom High School Principal Announced
Five BISD Schools Named 2018–19 Honor Roll Schools
2019 Football Season Tickets
Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
Foster Village Elementary School Principal Announced

Board of Trustees Meeting Summary

Jul 25, 2019 08:17 pm

The Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, July 25. The following link will provide you a summary of actions taken at their meeting.

> View July 25, 2019 e-review
> View Board of Trustees Website

Recent Articles:

HMS Artists Featured in Haltom City, City Hall
Haltom High School Principal Announced
Five BISD Schools Named 2018–19 Honor Roll Schools
2019 Football Season Tickets
Board of Trustees Meeting Summary

BISD Teaming for Excellence in Education Committee Members Needed

Aug 14, 2019 02:47 pm

BISD Teaming for Excellence in Education Committee

Birdville ISD is looking for parent, community, and business representatives to serve on the District’s Teaming for Excellence in Education (TEE) Committee. If you are interested in serving as a parent, community, or business representative on the 2019–20 TEE Committee, complete the online application form below and submit it no later than Friday, August 30, 2019. Click Here for online TEE Application Form.

For complete details about the TEE Committee, visit https://www.birdvilleschools.net/tee

BISD Teacher Named ATPE Elementary Teacher of the Year

Aug 14, 2019 02:17 pm

Mindy Antsey, a teacher with Porter Elementary School, was recently honored with the Charles Pickitt Elementary School Teacher of the Year Award by the Association of Texas Professional Educators (ATPE) during 2019 ATPE Summit held at the Marriott Marquis in Houston.

“ATPE is proud to recognize outstanding educators in Texas,” said Shannon Holmes, Ed.D., ATPE Executive Director. “The educators honored this year were selected because of their dedication to giving our children the highest quality of education and for inspiring the next generation of educators.” 

The Charles Pickitt Educator of the Year Awards annually recognizes ATPE members who demonstrate exceptional or innovative capabilities in their respective educational fields. This year’s winners each received a $5,000 prize along with their awards.

Antsey was honored on stage at the 2019 ATPE Summit Awards Luncheon, which saw hundreds of educators gather to celebrate the achievements of public school employees from across Texas. With nearly 100,000 members statewide, ATPE is the largest educators’ association in the state and serves as a major voice for public education.

North Tarrant Express Builds Bridges with 30 students at Birdville’s First STEM Camp

Aug 14, 2019 02:12 pm

On Thursday, July 18, NTE Mobility Partners (NTEMP), the company who developed and operates the North Tarrant Express and NTE TEXpress Lanes, partnered with Birdville Independent School District to launch Birdville’s first STEM camp for middle school students. The one-day STEM camp was held at the Birdville Career and Technology Center in North Richland Hills.

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Recent Articles:

Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
HMS Artists Featured in Haltom City, City Hall
Haltom High School Principal Announced
Five BISD Schools Named 2018–19 Honor Roll Schools
2019 Football Season Tickets

Welcome Back to School!

Aug 16, 2019 01:44 pm

We are excited to begin a new school year!
School begins Monday, August 19 for students.

School Hours

Aug 16, 2019 12:05 pm

Regular Times 

PreK/PPCD 
(AM) 8–11:10 a.m. 
(PM) 12:25–3:25 p.m. 

Elementary (K–5) 8:10 a.m. – 3:25 p.m.  

Middle School (6–8) 8:40 a.m. – 3:50 p.m.  

High School (9–12) 7:30 a.m. – 2:40 p.m. 

Shannon High School 7:45 a.m. – 2:55 p.m.

Recent Articles:

BISD Teaming for Excellence in Education Committee Members Needed
BISD Teacher Named ATPE Elementary Teacher of the Year
North Tarrant Express Builds Bridges with 30 students at Birdville’s First STEM Camp
Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
HMS Artists Featured in Haltom City, City Hall

Board of Trustees Meeting Summary

Aug 22, 2019 09:40 pm

The Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, August 22. The following link will provide you a summary of actions taken at their meeting.

> View August 22, 2019 e-review
> View Board of Trustees Website

BISD’s Board Names 2018 Bond Oversight Committee

Aug 22, 2019 09:11 pm

During the 2018 Bond campaign, the Board expressed its intent to implement additional procedures to ensure that all Bond dollars are spent on the 2018 Bond projects identified in the election. 

The Committee is comprised of community members who will be advisory in nature and will meet at least quarterly. Their primary duties will be to review the progress of the construction and the expenditures associated with each project. The Committee’s quarterly reports to the Board will be posted online. 

“The Board appreciates these community volunteers who desire to partner with the District to ensure the 2018 bond funds are spent as promised and in a manner that is wise and efficient,” Board President Ralph Kunkel stated. 

Committee members are:  

• Alison Ames 
• Michael Gist 
• Travis Malone 
• Kathryn Rotter 
• Tommy Stamps 
• Kristen Wheeler 
• Chris Zimmer 

Questions for the Bond Oversight Committee may be emailed to bond18@birdvilleschools.net. 

Recent Articles:

Welcome Back to School!
School Hours
BISD Teaming for Excellence in Education Committee Members Needed
BISD Teacher Named ATPE Elementary Teacher of the Year
North Tarrant Express Builds Bridges with 30 students at Birdville’s First STEM Camp

BISD closed for Labor Day

Aug 29, 2019 11:16 am

BISD is closed Monday, Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day. 

Shot Clinics Canceled

Aug 29, 2019 08:00 am

Dear Parents,

We regret to inform you that Healthy Schools, our flu shot provider, notified the District this week that they have discontinued the program. Birdville ISD, therefore, will not be able to offer the free flu vaccine clinics this fall.

Healthy Schools told the District that low turnout across the country in previous years, combined with lower than expected parental consents for this year’s upcoming flu vaccine clinics and the growing cost of running these clinics, has made the program unsustainable. Consequently, it has become impossible for Healthy Schools to continue the program in Texas this year and in the future.

It is recommended that parents reach out to their local health department or child’s pediatrician to inquire about an alternative cost-free flu vaccine or visit the CDC flu shot finder website to locate local flu vaccine providers.

Regards,
Michelle Provence
Director of Health Services
Birdville ISD

Recent Articles:

Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
BISD’s Board Names 2018 Bond Oversight Committee
Welcome Back to School!
School Hours
BISD Teaming for Excellence in Education Committee Members Needed

September 27 Student Half Day

Sep 24, 2019 04:15 pm

BISD students will attend school for a half day on Friday, Sept. 27. For times, visit https://www.birdvilleschools.net/Page/47945.

Pre-K/PPCD (AM) 8–10:30 a.m. (PM) 10:40 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.

Elementary (K–5) 8:10 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.

Middle School (6–8) 8:40 a.m. – 1:10 p.m.

High School (9–12) 7:30–11:30 a.m.

Shannon High School 7:45–11:45 a.m.

Haltom Middle School Groundbreaking Save the Date

Sep 24, 2019 03:09 pm

Save the Date!

Haltom Middle School Groundbreaking

Friday, November 1 at 9:30 a.m.

5000 Hires Lane
Haltom City, 76117

Richland Middle School Groundbreaking Save the Date

Sep 24, 2019 02:13 pm

Save the Date!

Richland Middle School Groundbreaking

Friday, November 15 at 9:30 a.m.

7400 Hovenkamp
Richland Hills, 76118

Recent Articles:

BISD closed for Labor Day
Shot Clinics Canceled
Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
BISD’s Board Names 2018 Bond Oversight Committee
Welcome Back to School!

Board of Trustees Meeting Summary

Sep 26, 2019 08:36 pm

The Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, September 26. The following link will provide you a summary of actions taken at their meeting.

> View September 26, 2019 e-review

> View Board of Trustees Website

Two Principal Appointments Announced

Sep 26, 2019 08:30 pm

Birdville ISD Superintendent Dr. Darrell Brown announced today the appointments of Tim Drysdale as principal of Haltom Middle School and Vanessa Sutton as principal at West Birdville Elementary. Drysdale is replacing Dr. Jill Balzer, who recently took a position in a neighboring school district; and Sutton is replacing Tim Drysdale.

Recent Articles:

September 27 Student Half Day
Haltom Middle School Groundbreaking Save the Date
Richland Middle School Groundbreaking Save the Date
BISD closed for Labor Day
Shot Clinics Canceled

October Student Holiday/Professional Learning

Oct 02, 2019 04:32 pm

Students will not have school Friday, Oct. 4 through Tuesday, Oct. 8. Classes will resume Wednesday, Oct. 9.

Recent Articles:

Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
Two Principal Appointments Announced
September 27 Student Half Day
Haltom Middle School Groundbreaking Save the Date
Richland Middle School Groundbreaking Save the Date

RHS Student Named National Merit Semifinalist

Oct 11, 2019 03:25 pm

Congratulations to Makayla Klie, Richland High School senior, for being named a National Merit Semifinalist. #BISDShines

Recent Articles:

October Student Holiday/Professional Learning
Board of Trustees Meeting Summary
Two Principal Appointments Announced
September 27 Student Half Day
Haltom Middle School Groundbreaking Save the Date