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Frequently Asked Questions

District FAQs

What documents/records are needed to enroll my child?

How do I enroll during the summer months when school is closed?

What school will my child attend?

How do I get a copy of a transcript if I am a BHS student?

How do I get a copy of a transcript if I am a BHS graduate?

How can I get the BISD District App for my phone?

Why does the elementary have 9 weeks and secondary have 6 weeks grading periods

If I have transportation questions, who do I contact?

If I want to serve as a volunteer on a campus, what do I need to do in order to do that?

Where can I find the code of conduct for students?

Why are there standards based report cards at the lower elementary levels?

If I have a specific concern related to a campus, who would be the first person I would need to contact?

What is the attendance policy for the district?

What is the process to check my student out for a medical appointment? And what is the process for them returning to school?

What device is given to my child and do they bring them home?

What fees are associated with the device?

Is my child monitored on the device?

What logins does my child need to know?

How can I contact my child’s teacher?

What is the MAP test? And what is it used for?

What is Mindplay? iReady? Study Island?

High School FAQs

What is the difference between Dual Credit and Advanced/AP Courses?

How is a student’s grade point average calculated at the high school?

What is the activity period used for at BHS?

What are library nights?

What is the activity bus and who can ride it?

What is the bell schedule for the high school, including lunchtimes?

What clubs, organizations, and sports are offered at Burkburnett High School?

Are there published grading guidelines for Burkburnett High School?

Is there a published chart of behaviors and consequences for the high school?

Does Burkburnett High School have an open campus for lunch?

What is project graduation?

What is the “Last First Day?” A tradition for seniors to celebrate their last first day of school.

Who do I contact for questions about college and career counseling for my student?

What are the different career and technical education career paths offered at Burkburnett High School?

Am I allowed to bring lunch to my student at the high school?

What does “UIL no pass, no play” mean?

Who is my main point of contact for questions about my child’s schedule?

Gateway/DAEP FAQs

What is Gateway?

Is Gateway the same as homeschool?

Are students who attend Gateway in trouble?

When students graduate from Gateway, do they get a regular diploma?

How do I apply to Gateway?

What is DAEP?

Is there a dress code at DAEP?

Will my student still be able to participate in extracurricular activities?

Can students have breakfast or lunch delivered?

Middle School FAQs

What is the activity period at the middle school used for?

What are the grading guidelines for the middle school?

Is there a published chart of behaviors and consequences for the middle school?

Can you tell me what Mindplay, iReady, and Study Island are?

What clubs, organizations, and sports are offered at the middle school?

What is the bell schedule for the middle school including lunches?

What does “UIL no pass, no play” mean?

What is the activity bus, and who can ride it?

Am I allowed to bring lunch to my student at the middle school?

Who is my main point of contact for questions about my child’s schedule?

Elementary FAQs

How can I make sure my child is ready for Kindergarten next school year?

Am I allowed to request a specific teacher for my child?

What is the daily start and end time for the elementary campuses?

Are parents allowed to walk their child all the way to their classroom door on the first day of school?

Am I allowed to come and eat lunch with my child?

Where can I find the elementary supplies list?

What clubs or organizations are offered for students?

Do you have a Pre-K program and what are the qualifications?

What is the student to teacher ratio?

When are lunch times?

Will my child get to eat breakfast every morning?

How much recess time will my child get?

What is the drop off and pick up procedure?

At what grade does my student start having homework?

How can I celebrate my child’s birthday at school?

What type of shoes does my child need for PE?