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

> View May 22, 2025 e-review
> View Board of Trustees Website

On Friday, May 2, Birdville ISD Superintendent Dr. Gayle Stinson announced the appointments of Dr. Cheryl Waddell as principal at Cheney Hills Elementary, and Kenji Ford as principal at Binion. Waddell is replacing Billy Pope, who has retired from the district. 

Waddell has been principal at Binion Elementary since 2023. Prior to Binion, she was principal at Spicer Elementary from 2010–23; an assistant principal at the Academy at C.F. Thomas Elementary from 2007–10; taught fourth grade at Walker Creek Elementary from 2005–07; and fourth grade at Smithfield Elementary from 2002–05. 

She earned her bachelor’s degree from Texas Woman’s University, master’s degree from Dallas Baptist University, and doctorate degree from Walden University. 

Ford has been principal at Hardeman Elementary since 2023. Before that, she was an assistant principal at Holiday Heights Elementary from 2020-23, third and fourth grade reading teacher at Sunrise Elementary in Fort Worth ISD from 2018–20, an assistant principal at McRoberts Elementary in Katy ISD from 2015–18, an instructional coordinator at Golbow Elementary and Sundown Elementary in Katy ISD from 2013–15, and held various other teaching positions from 2002–13.  

She earned her bachelor’s degree from DePaul University, a master’s degree from American Intercontinental University, and a master’s degree from the University of Houston – Clear Lake. 

On Monday, April 28, Birdville ISD Superintendent Dr. Gayle Stinson announced the appointments of A. Elizabeth “Liz” Peña as principal at North Richland Middle. Peña is replacing Sherri Gamble, who is retiring at the end of the school year. 

Peña has been principal at Griggs High School (formerly Shannon High School) since 2023. Prior to Griggs High, she was an academic dean at Haltom High for the 2022–23 school year, assistant principal at Haltom High from 2013–22, and District secondary summer school director from 2016–22. Peña also served as the Haltom Middle School English department chair from 2012–13, Special Education department chair from 2008–12, and Pre-AP/Inclusion and English/ELAR teacher from 2006–12. Before that Peña was a Content Mastery Center teacher at Arnold Middle School in Grand Prairie ISD from 1999–2006; and a behavior interventionist from  
1998–99 at Jefferson High School in El Paso ISD. 

Peña earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Dallas Baptist University. 

The Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, April 24. The following link will provide you a summary of actions taken at their meeting.

> View April 24, 2025 e-review
> View Board of Trustees Website

The Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, March 27. The following link will provide you a summary of actions taken at their meeting.

> View March 27, 2025 e-review
> View Board of Trustees Website

Birdville High School Basketball State Playoffs 2025

Birdville HS (Home) vs. Beaumont West Brook HS (Visitor)

Saturday, March 8

1 p.m.

San Antonio Alamodome
100 Montana St.
San Antonio, TX 78203

Ticket Sales (Locations and Information)

• Purchase Tickets Online through Ticketmaster or at the Alamodome Box Office 
  • Tickets are $24 per person (ages 3+) plus service fees/taxes
    • Discount Code for Tickets is UILWIN
  • Please Note: There is no re-entry for the event.
    
• Session tickets are good for the (2) games during that session. The stadium will be cleared after each session.

** Tickets are listed by the 1st game time of the session. There is a game before the Birdville High School game at 11 a.m. (Birdville High School’s game at 1 p.m. is not listed, you will use the 11 a.m. game ticket for the Birdville High School game)**

Parking Prices

• Single day parking is $15 per car and must be purchased on site. All parking is credit card only, There is NO cash parking.

Spectator Security

To provide a safer environment for the public and in order to expedite fan entry into the Alamodome, they have implemented a Clear Bag Policy. All fans will need to comply with the Clear Bag Policy to enter the stadium. The Clear Bag Policy is located at https://www.alamodome.com/plan-your-visit/clear-bag-policy

Signs/Noisemakers

• Noisemakers are prohibited under UIL rules.
• Signs cannot be used as noisemakers (to bang on the floor, wall, rails, etc.)
• Signs are restricted to 2’ x 4’ and may not have sticks attached. 

Watch Live: UIL Boys Basketball State Championships to Stream Live on NFHS Network

The NFHS Network will livestream all of the 2025 UIL Boys Basketball State Final games to take place Thursday, March 6 – Saturday, March 8 at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.

Fans, family and alumni can watch the UIL Boys Basketball State Championships live online with a subscription at this link. Subscribers can also watch on the go or at home through the NFHS Network mobile app available in the Apple and Google Play Stores, as well as the NFHS Network TV app available on Roku, Amazon Fire or Apple TV.

The Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, February 27. The following link will provide you a summary of actions taken at their meeting.

> View February 27, 2025 e-review
> View Board of Trustees Website

The Instructional Calendar was approved by the Board of Trustees at the regular Board Meeting.

> 2025-26 Instructional Calendar

The Birdville Independent School District Board of Trustees has approved Mullendore Elementary as a Preparatory STEM Academy, reinforcing the district’s commitment to fostering student interest and achievement in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The board also approved a standardized dress code for the campus to enhance the learning environment and support student success. 

Mullendore Elementary Preparatory STEM Academy 

Mullendore Elementary will create an engaging learning environment designed to spark students’ curiosity and passion for STEM subjects. This initiative provides a structured pathway for students to develop STEM fluency and career awareness from elementary school through high school and beyond. 

• Students attending Mullendore Elementary will transition to North Richland Middle School, a designated School of Specialization in STEM. 
• The school’s curriculum will be aligned to prepare students for STEM pathways in high school, college and future careers. 
• As a Preparatory STEM Academy, Mullendore Elementary will empower students to meet the Portrait of a Graduate expectations by: 
  • engaging in real-world, project-based learning; 
  • developing an awareness of and responsibility for environmental stewardship; 
  • collaborating with school and community stakeholders; 
  • partnering with high school mentors from the Birdville Center of Technology and Advanced Learning, and 

Standardized Dress Code Implementation 

The Board approved a standardized dress code for the school that will enhance the learning environment and reinforce the Academy’s focus on STEM education. 

• The recommended dress code includes jeans or khakis (long or short) or the option of a skirt for girls, and a solid color white, green, or black collared shirt for both boys and girls. 
• A campus clothes closet will be available to assist students in need of appropriate attire. 
• Campus administration will collaborate with local partners to secure funding and provide clothing assistance for disadvantaged students. 

The Birdville ISD Board of Trustees believes these initiatives will create a dynamic and focused educational environment that prepares students for success in STEM-related fields while fostering a sense of community and inclusivity.