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!
Burkburnett High School AFJROTC Unit TX-20008 conducted their change of command ceremony on 29 April 2025, during which recently promoted Cadet Colonel Mia Jackson, took command of AFJROTC Unit TX-20008 Cadet Group. Mia will be the Cadet Group Commander for SY2025-2026. Mia will be a senior next year and is a four-year AFJROTC cadet with TX-20008.
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!
A Public Hearing of the Student Health Advisory Council (SHAC) of Burkburnett Independent School District will be held May 14th, beginning at 3:45 pm at the Overton Ray Elementary library. You can see the agenda posted, all past meetings, and other information on our website: https://www.burkburnettisd.org/o/bisd/page/shac
We have more sports camp information posted to our website! Check it out here : https://www.burkburnettisd.org/o/athletics/page/summer-camps-2025
Dr. Owen will be live on our Burkburnett ISD Facebook page on Monday, May 5th at 6 PM. If you have any questions for Dr. Owen, please ask them here 👇 in the comment section below in advance, and he will address them live.
Please keep all questions focused on policies, processes, or facilities at the district or campus level. Dr. Owen will not be answering any questions about specific personnel or student situations. Dr. Owen will give a district update and then answer your submitted questions. Dr. Owen will end the town hall with a live Q & A that will allow you to ask questions in real-time.
We hope you will take the time to join in on these town halls and we hope you find the information and format beneficial.
🔥 BULLDOG NATION - IT'S GAME WEEK! 🔥
Our athletes are bringing the HEAT this week with playoff softball action, baseball showdowns, track meets, and MORE!
Check out this packed schedule and come BRING THE NOISE as we chase championships and create memories!
Let's show everyone what Bulldog Pride is all about! 💪🧡🖤
#BulldogStrong #ThisWeekInSports #WeOutHere
🚨 TIME CHANGE ALERT! 🚨
Burkburnett ISD Family Night in the Park has been moved to 5:30 PM on April 23rd! This earlier start gives everyone a chance to enjoy the festivities AND make it to the playoff softball game at 6:30 PM!
Join us for:
• FREE hot dogs, popcorn & cotton candy
• Entertainment from all campuses
• BISD Art Show at the Community Center
Don't forget your lawn chair! Parking available at the Community Center with families walking to the park together.
Mark your calendars for this double-header of Bulldog pride!
#BurkburnettStrong #FamilyNight #BulldogSoftball
This is just a reminder all students and staff will be off this Friday! Enjoy your long weekend!
🌟 WELCOME TO THE BISD FAMILY, TIFFANY JAMES! 🌟
We're delighted to introduce another wonderful addition to our Burkburnett ISD team!
Tiffany James joins us as a special education paraprofessional at I. C. Evans Elementary for the upcoming school year, bringing her passion for education and dedication to helping students achieve their full potential.
When she's not at school, Tiffany enjoys reading and cherishes time spent with her husband and two children. Her journey into education is truly inspiring - as a mother of a child with autism, she's witnessed firsthand the incredible joy and reward that comes from helping young minds learn and grow.
Tiffany chose to become a paraprofessional because she wanted to make a meaningful difference in children's lives. She shares, "Watching my daughter learn and accomplish things is the most amazing and rewarding experience, and I wanted to help other kids reach those same goals."
As she begins her journey with BISD, Tiffany is looking forward to creating strong bonds and friendships with both her colleagues and students at I. C. Evans Elementary.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Tiffany James!
#BISDProud #WelcomeToTheTeam #MakingADifference
📚 WELCOME TO THE BISD FAMILY, PAYTON MCKEE! 📚
We're thrilled to introduce one of our newest educators joining Burkburnett ISD!
Payton McKee, a proud 2020 BISD graduate, is returning home to inspire the next generation of Bulldogs as an English teacher at Burkburnett High School! Payton will graduate from Midwestern State University this May with a degree in Secondary Education, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome her to our teaching team.
When not in the classroom, Payton enjoys taking her dogs on long walks, baking delicious treats, and traveling - a passion ignited during her study abroad experience in London, England! Payton is also planning her future with her wonderful fiancée, and we're delighted they've chosen to make Burkburnett their home.
Payton's dedication to education stems from her desire to make meaningful connections with students and make learning relevant to their lives. She believes teachers have a profound impact on their students and is committed to making that difference every day.
As a BISD alumna, Payton is especially excited to return to the district that shaped her and to give back to our community. She looks forward to inspiring students and fostering a love for English alongside our incredible staff.
Please join us in welcoming Ms. McKee back home to Burkburnett ISD!
#BISDProud #WelcomeHome #NewTeacher
Join us today for our Unified Track Meet at Burkburnett High School. Opening ceremonies will start at 9:30 AM and track events will begin at 10:00 AM and will be completed by 2:00 PM.
Burkburnett ISD would like to say how much we appreciate our amazing Assistant Principals! They are the best in Texas and we couldn't be the district we are without them! Happy Assistant Principal Appreciation Week!
Bulldog Nation, we're thrilled to announce Clay Richards as our new Offensive Coordinator! Coach Richards brings a wealth of experience, an impressive track record of success, and strong family values to our program:
Coaching Journey:
• Granbury - Passing Coordinator & Sprinters Coach
• Byron Nelson - Wide Receivers Coach & Head Track Coach
• Valuable experience at Denton Braswell, Palestine, Bullard & Leander
Championship Pedigree:
• Football: Led teams to State Semifinals, 3 Quarter Finals, 7 Regional appearances & 3 District Championships
• Track: Guided programs to District & Regional Championships
• Developed an impressive 11 Division 1 athletes
Beyond the Field:
• Professional Learning Community Leader
• Classroom leader teaching Government, Economics & PE
• Devoted family man who brings heart and character to our Bulldog community
Coach Richards' proven ability to develop talent and create championship cultures makes him an exciting addition to our Bulldog family! His passion for excellence both on and off the field aligns perfectly with our Bulldog values.
Join us in giving Coach Richards and his wonderful family a warm Burkburnett welcome as we embark on this exciting new chapter!
BISD was proud to host resiliency influencer Brooks Gibbs. On Monday night, he delivered an inspirational message empowering BISD parents. The Boomtown Babes and BMS Choir performed, too! Thanks to The River Assembly of God for providing hot dogs, BMS StuCo for providing water, and BMS S2S for serving free popcorn! It was a stellar night, complete with tons of raffle prizes! Dr. Gibbs also presented to BMS 6th and 7th graders, sharing about emotional resiliency.
We would like to thank all the sponsors who contributed to our raffle give away at the Brooks Gibbs Parent Seminar! Thank you for supporting Burkburnett ISD. We appreciate you!
Last week we surveyed our elementary staff and elementary parents to see if they would be willing to add 10 minutes (5 min in the a.m. and 5 min in the p.m.) to the elementary bell schedule for the rest of the year beginning next Monday so that all students could get Good Friday (April 18th) off. The surveys had overwhelming support for this. This does not effect the secondary bell schedules as they are already longer.
So, we will have April 18th off. See Calendar attached.
Elementary parents: This does not alter any other part of the school day. The drop off times for parents in the morning will not be changed to an earlier time, but kids need to be at school no later than 7:40.
