Burkburnett ISD

🎄 That's a wrap on the fall semester! To all our amazing students - enjoy your well-deserved break! Time to rest, recharge, and make some great holiday memories. We've loved having you in class and can't wait to see your smiling faces back on campus on January 7th! Have a fantastic holiday break! 🎉✨

🚨 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Emergency Broadcast System Test 🚨 Parents and Community Members, This message is to inform you that we will be conducting a test of our newly upgraded emergency broadcast system at the high school tomorrow, Friday, December 20th, at 11:00 AM. What to Expect: • You will hear lockdown commands through the outdoor speaker system • Multiple horns/speakers around the school facility will be activated • Flashing lights will be visible on the building exterior • The test will be brief but audible to nearby residents • This is ONLY A TEST - no action is required Important Notes: • No students will be present on campus during this test • This test involves our new speaker system installed over the summer • Normal activities in the surrounding area can continue as usual Thank you for your understanding as we ensure our emergency response systems are functioning properly for the safety of our students and staff. [Please share this information with neighbors who may hear the test but may not be connected to school communications.]

We are excited to announce the 2025 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics! Take the plunge to support more than 2,000 local Special Olympics Texas athletes! Saturday, January 25, 2025 Boomtown Bay Family Aquatic Center 104 Tommy Thornton Wy, Burkburnett, TX 76354 Registration Begins: 9:00 a.m. Opening Ceremonies: 9:30 a.m. Plunge Begins: 10:00 a.m. Entry: $40 for Adults / $25 for Youth Find out more, or get started now at: give.classy.org/BurkburnettPP

Zahra Djidda, a senior at BHS, has matched with Dartmouth College through the Questbridge Scholarship program. Zahra has been admitted early with a guaranteed full four-year Match Scholarship worth over $325,000. The scholarship is offered as part of a generous financial aid package that covers the full cost of attendance including: tuition & fees, housing & food, books & supplies, and travel expenses. Zahra, we are so proud of you!!!

Congratulations to our Burk Robotics teams on an outstanding performance at today's competition in Abilene! 🤖🏆 We had 5 teams that made it to the tournament, we're thrilled to announce that Team 42368B has qualified for both the UIL state competition and the Region 5 state competition! This is an incredible achievement that showcases the talent, dedication, and problem-solving skills of our student robotics engineers. We're so proud of all our Burk Robotics competitors - your hard work and teamwork are an inspiration. Can't wait to see what you accomplish next as you represent Burkburnett on the state stage! 💪 #BurkRobotics #RoboticsChamps #UILState #Region5State

Join us this Tuesday, 12.10.24 for the Burkburnett Lady Bulldogs District Opener against the Eagle Mountain Lady Nights at the Danny Nix Gymnasium! BHS students, pack the stands to cheer on our Lady Dawgs - we've got some exciting giveaways planned throughout the game. During the girls varsity half-time, we'll be drawing names for a special on-court competition: 1. Scan the QR code to enter your name for a chance to participate - you must be present to win and a Burkburnett High School Student! Students will be draw to participate in the game. 2. When the music plays, walk around the Bean Bag Chairs. 3. When the music stops, rush to the basketball hoop and start shooting. You can't stop until you make a basket! 4. Once you make a shot, run and sit in a bean bag chair to claim your spot. Last person with no chair is out. 5. The person to get the last chair wins $100! Don't miss out on the action - bring your friends and your competitive spirit to support our Lady Bulldogs as they take on the Lady Nights! #LadyBulldogs #DistrictOpener

Burkburnett ISD was represented well at our 1st Annual Boomtown Bullseye Archery Tournament. We were able to go live in the last round today so if you like to see what it's all about here is the link to our live video this afternoon: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/UJqQGxRjAgVNhoRN/?

Dr. Owen will be live on our Burkburnett ISD Facebook page on Monday, December 9th 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.

Check out what is happening this week in sports! You can find all this information and more on our BISD athletic website: https://www.burkburnettisd.org/o/athletics All home tickets can be purchased for cash at the gate or online: https://www.burkburnettisd.org/o/athletics/page/event-tickets

🦃 Thanksgiving Break Alert! 🍁 No school from November 25th to 29th - get ready for rest, relaxation, and lots of turkey! Who's excited? 🥧 #ThanksgivingBreak #NoSchool

Excitement filled the air today as I.C. Evans students celebrated their learning about the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! 🎈🎉 Watching their colorful balloons soar high into the sky, spectators lined the streets to witness the magic of their parade celebration.

Tower Elementary PK- 1st kiddos marched the halls with their Balloons over Broadway this morning. They even had their very own Santa Clause to end the parade.

Attention Fans: Tickets 🎟️ for Friday's game 🏀Burkburnett Dunkin Dogs Vs. Gainsville will be online ONLY! You can purchase your tickets here: https://www.gainesvilleleopards.org/HTtickets

Join BHS Track/Cross Country Booster Club and the City of Burkburnett for the 3rd Annual Boomtown Turkey Trot 5K! This is a family event! Babies in strollers, pets, and even uncle Ted is welcome! If you want to dress like a Turkey, we are here for it! Date: November 28, 2024(Thanksgiving Day) Time: 5K will begin at 8:30am Location: Bulldog Stadium Parking Lot Cost: $25.00 (Register by 11/21 for guaranteed t-shirt size) To register and for more information visit : https://sites.google.com/burkburnettisd.org/boomtownturkeytrot Sponsored by: Matt Patterson, State Farm

Check out what is happening this week in sports! You can find all this information and more on our BISD athletic website: https://www.burkburnettisd.org/o/athletics All home tickets can be purchased for cash at the gate or online: https://www.burkburnettisd.org/o/athletics/page/event-tickets

A Public Hearing of the Student Health Advisory Council (SHAC) of Burkburnett Independent School District will be held December 4, 2024, 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

ATTENTION FANS: Due to the Holliday Lady Eagles still competing in volleyball playoffs Saturday afternoon, the Lady Bulldogs' basketball game against the Lady Eagles has been moved to an earlier time slot. The JV game will now start at 9 AM, followed by the Varsity game at 10:15 AM. Additionally, the Lady Bulldogs have a revised schedule now reflecting only one consolidated JV team. See the attached new schedule. You can also find it on our athletic website: https://www.burkburnettisd.org/o/athletics Good luck to our Lady Bulldogs this weekend!

Join BHS Track/Cross Country Booster Club and the City of Burkburnett for the 3rd Annual Boomtown Turkey Trot 5K! This is a family event! Babies in strollers, pets, and even uncle Ted is welcome! If you want to dress like a Turkey, we are here for it! Date: November 28, 2024(Thanksgiving Day) Time: 5K will begin at 8:30am Location: Bulldog Stadium Parking Lot Cost: $25.00 (Register by 11/21 for guaranteed t-shirt size) To register and for more information visit : https://sites.google.com/burkburnettisd.org/boomtownturkeytrot Sponsored by: Matt Patterson, State Farm

Dr. Owen will be live on our Burkburnett ISD Facebook page on Monday, December 9th 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.

Congratulations to Kynlee Jennings, Ashley Vanderpool, and Samara Miller for receiving All-State honors in volleyball! What an incredible achievement! Your hard work, dedication, and talent have truly paid off, and this recognition is a testament to your skills and perseverance on the court.