Burkburnett ISD Athletics

📱 As promised, here is more information about HB 1481 - the new Texas law affecting personal electronic devices at school starting in the 2025-26 school year. Personal devices (phones, smartwatches, tablets) must be left at home or powered off during the entire school day, including lunch and passing periods. We've also added an FAQ link to help answer your questions!

For more information and frequently asked questions, please visit: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-On3PHdnohISe-Kf0tST6AYl7ZHHDrRz9dFziwRJZyw/edit?usp=sharing

🎉 Today we celebrate Juneteenth! 🎉 On June 19, 1865, enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom, marking a pivotal moment in American history. Juneteenth represents the triumph of liberty, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward equality and justice for all. As educators, we recognize that learning about our shared history—including both its challenges and its celebrations—helps us build a more inclusive and understanding community. Today we honor the strength and contributions of African Americans throughout our nation's story. We encourage our students, families, and staff to take time today to learn, reflect, and celebrate together. Education and understanding light the path forward. Happy Juneteenth! ❤️ #Juneteenth #Freedom #Education #Community #History #Celebration

Bulldog family: In the spirit of transparency I wanted to update you on why we had to repost our baseball head coaching job today. We hired an individual two weeks ago, who called yesterday at one o’clock to inform me he would not be able to come due to personal reasons. This is not a common occurrence in Texas coaching circles, I have only heard of something like this happening one time in my career. Today I reopened our search for the head baseball job. As we tell all our athletes- life is 1% what happens to us and 99% how we react. I feel very confident we will be able to find a high quality, high character coach capable of leading our Bulldog baseball teams forward at a high level. You will be hearing very soon who that coach who is excited to become a Bulldog is. Coach Patrick Williams Athletic Director

Burkburnett High School is searching for a Head Baseball Coach! We're looking for a motivated leader to guide our student-athletes and be part of a strong team. Interested? Apply here: https://skyward.iscorp.com/scripts/wsisa.dll/WService=wsfinburkburnetttx/rapplmnu03.w

🏐 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 🏐 Lady Bulldogs volleyball is BACK! The first scrimmage drops on August 8th and we're ready to DOMINATE! Full 2025 Volleyball Schedule: https://5il.co/2sz8z

🐾 WOOF WOOF, BULLDOG NATION! 🐾 Only 2️⃣ months until our first scrimmage at Bulldog Stadium! 🏈 Time to unleash that Bulldog spirit! Who's ready to pack the stands and cheer on our pack? Full Football Schedule: https://5il.co/398ze #BulldogNation #BulldogPride

Mark your calendars - this summer is going to be EPIC! Your future starts here! Registration details https://www.burkburnettisd.org/o/athletics/page/summer-camps-2025. #BulldogNation #BulldogPride #SummerCamps2025

📢 ATTENTION SENIOR PARENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS!!! 📢 TIME CHANGE FOR Class of 2025 Graduation. Due to impending inclement weather later this evening, we are moving graduation up to 6 PM at Bulldog Stadium. BHS graduation will now be at 6 PM tonight.

School's out, tongue's out! 🌞 Welcome to summer break, kids - may your days be as chill as this pup's!

BISD would like to notify everyone that we will have fireworks at the end of our graduation ceremony Friday evening to send our amazing graduates off with a BANG! The fireworks will be at the north end of the football stadium around 9:30PM. Even if you aren’t attending graduation, we would love for you to bring your kids out to enjoy the fireworks after graduation!

🏆 TEXAS STATE TOURNAMENT BOUND! 🎾 Huge congratulations to our amazing tennis players heading to the STATE TOURNAMENT in San Antonio this week! 🥈 Caden Coker - Regional Runner-Up (2nd Place) 🏆 Owen Ruiz & Landon Lowrey - REGIONAL CHAMPIONS in Doubles! We are so proud of these incredible athletes and can't wait to cheer them on at the state tournament! 💪🎉 #ProudCoachMoment #StateChampionshipBound #TennisExcellence

Welcome to Boomtown ISD, Mrs. Richards! Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Netalie Richards, who will be teaching 5th Grade at John G. Tower Elementary for the 2025-2026 school year! Mrs. Richards brings impressive educational credentials to our district, with a Bachelor of Science degree from Middle Tennessee State University and a Master's in Educational Administration from Texas A&M International University, which she earned in 2023. Her teaching experience spans several districts including Denton ISD, Northwest ISD, and Granbury ISD. "Teaching is more than a job to me, it's my calling," shares Mrs. Richards. "I became an educator because I truly believe every child deserves a champion. I want to be a light in my students' lives and cheer them on as they grow, learn, and become all they're meant to be." When she's not in the classroom, Mrs. Richards enjoys a variety of activities. "You'll likely find me baking something sweet, spending time at church, running the toddler rodeo, enjoying special moments with family and friends, shopping, or planning an event," she says. She's also an entrepreneur, owning a boutique called "Giggles&Grace." As a coach's wife, Mrs. Richards is excited about the upcoming football season. "I can't wait to spend Friday nights cheering on my husband and the Bulldogs this football season!" Mrs. Richards is enthusiastic about joining our community: "I'm absolutely thrilled to be part of a district known for its excellence, strong community, and amazing people. I can't wait to meet the wonderful students, staff, and families of Burkburnett ISD and make this school year one to remember. Let's go Bulldogs!" Please join us in giving Mrs. Richards a warm Boomtown welcome when she joins our district this fall!

REGIONAL TOURNAMENT BOUND! 🎾🔥 Our AMAZING Burkburnett Bulldogs Tennis Team is headed to Lubbock, Texas THIS WEEKEND for Regionals on May 9 & 10! Just look at these orange-clad Bulldogs ready to dominate on the court! 🧡🖤 These incredible Bulldog athletes have been putting in the work all season, and now it's time to show everyone what Burkburnett tennis is all about! Please join us in sending them ALL the good vibes as they compete: Girls Singles: 👑 Jasmyne Anderson Girls Doubles: 💪 Summer Daniel & Anaztazia Buhat Boys Singles: 🔥 Caden Coker 🔥 Mason Reed Boys Doubles: 🎯 Owen Ruiz & Landon Lowrey 🎯 Russell Calhoun & Noah Albin Mixed Doubles: ✨ Julie Stauffer & Dylon Ruiz Game, Set, MATCH! Let's go Bulldogs! The whole Burkburnett community is behind you! ❤️🎾 #BulldogPride #RegionalBound #TennisFamily #LubbockHereWeCome

Burkburnett High School is searching for a Head Baseball Coach! We're looking for a motivated leader to guide our student-athletes and be part of a strong team. Teaching field: Social Studies or Special Education Interested? Apply here: https://skyward.iscorp.com/scripts/wsisa.dll/WService=wsfinburkburnetttx/rapplmnu03.w

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week, Burkburnett ISD! To our amazing teachers who go above and beyond every day - thank you! Your dedication, patience, and creativity make all the difference for our students. You're not just educators; you're mentors, guides, and heroes in our community. We see your hard work and appreciate everything you do for our Bulldogs! #BulldogPride #ThankATeacher

Welcome to Our BISD Family! We're delighted to introduce Shayla Honeycutt, who will be joining Burkburnett High School as a paraprofessional! As a Burkburnett native and BISD graduate herself, Shayla brings a special connection to our district and community. In her free time, Shayla enjoys "spending lots of time with family and friends, going on cruises, and singing karaoke." Shayla's passion for supporting students shines through in her reasons for becoming a paraprofessional: "I believe whole heartedly every student deserves love, support, encouragement, and individualized attention to become successful in and out of the classroom." She also shares that she "enjoy[s] collaborating with teachers to create a positive and fun learning environment," adding that "seeing every child succeed either in a small or a big way, reminds me why I do what I do, and I enjoy every minute of it." What makes Shayla's arrival especially meaningful is her deep connection to our community. As she explains: "I was born and raised in Burkburnett and attended BISD. It brings so much joy to my heart being able to give back to my community and school." And as Shayla proudly states, "Once A Bulldog Always A Bulldog!" Please join us in giving Shayla a warm welcome back to BISD – this time as a valued member of our educational team!

Welcome to Our BISD Family! We're thrilled to introduce Joy McCleskey, who will be joining our teaching team for her 9th year in education! Joy brings with her a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for helping students succeed. Joy earned her B.S. in Composite Science with Secondary Certification from Midwestern State University, graduating in May 2017. When asked about her personal interests, Joy shared: "In my free time, I enjoy spending quality time with family and friends; this is a huge part of who I am. I'm also actively involved in volunteering with my church, which allows me to give back to my community in meaningful ways. Additionally, I love reading and baking, which help me unwind and stay creative." Joy's journey to becoming an educator is truly inspiring. As she explains: "I have always been drawn to the idea of becoming an educator, but it truly clicked for me in college while tutoring fellow students. I found immense joy in watching their understanding grow and their confidence build as they grasped challenging material." This early experience led her to volunteer as a lab assistant, where she discovered that "helping students learn and succeed has since become a deeply fulfilling part of who I am." Looking ahead to her time with us at BISD, Joy says she's "excited to join BISD and work alongside a team of educators who share my passion for teaching. I also look forward to building relationships with the students and supporting their growth both academically and personally." Please join us in giving Joy a warm welcome to our district family!

Don't miss out! Get your FREE sports physical at OSTC on May 10th! See graphic for details!

Attention Burkburnett ISD Seniors: We want to celebrate your next steps! Please click on the link below to share your post-graduation plans. Whether you're entering the workforce, enlisting in the military, or attending a college or university, we want to recognize your achievement. With National College Decision Day on May 1st, we have extended the deadline to April 29th. The sooner you submit, the better! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhRR-ri_6g-WSvqpfCmzwi9GoYhWscbd1S9ztinvAmtA58fw/viewform

Congratulations to our Burk ISD Unified Track Team! They placed 3rd in State!!! We are so proud!