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Home of the Panthers
Welcome to Porter Elementary
Principal hanging new basketball nets.
Kindergarten Signing night
Kindergarten Signing Day
Fine Arts Day. Making Tie Dye Shirts.
First Grade Egg Hunt and Spring Party
This is my Birdville ISD
Our Mission
We will promote excellence by empowering children to reach their individual potential within a supportive learning community.
Hometown feel with big city appeal.
JOIN THE BIRDVILLE ISD FAMILY.
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at A GLANCE
1976
Established
PK – 5
Grades Served
15.7
Teacher Average Years Experience
The Newsroom
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about Duck Patrol (Bad Weather)
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about Get Your Name on the Marquee for Your Birthday
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about Birdville ISD Places in Top 25 Districts for Prestigious H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
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about Summer School 2026 and Other Enrichment Opportunities
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about Birdville ISD Names Mark McGahey Director of Fine Arts
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about Birdville ISD Trustees Approve 2026-2027 Calendar
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about BISD Director of Fine Arts Danny Detrick Announces Retirement After 38 Years in Education
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about 13 Birdville ISD Elementary and Middle Schools Recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Schools Rankings
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about Birdville ISD “A” Rated for Financial Accountability
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about 2025-26 Registration Now Open!
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"Being a part of Birdville ISD means being a part of a community that is committed to student success and growth. It is an honor to work alongside dedicated educators who strive to make a difference every day. I am proud to contribute to a district that values relationships, high expectations, and continuous improvement."
- Christine, Middle School Teacher
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"Being a part of Birdville ISD is coming full circle. It's like home. I'm a product of Birdville ISD - so it has a deep meaning for me. It's not just a workplace, it's a family. I feel supported by the students, the staff members, and the community. It's a special place to belong."
- Stephanie, Birdville ISD Alumni and Current Elementary Teacher
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"Birdville ISD is home to me because I went here from kindergarten all the way through my senior year in high school, and I wouldn't have wanted to work or teach anywhere else."
- Emily, Birdville ISD Alumni and Current Elementary Teacher
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"I feel truly fortunate to be a product of Birdville ISD. From the very beginning, this district has shaped my path, prepared me for success, and instilled in me the values I carry today."
- Anthony, Birdville ISD Alumni and Current High School Basketball Coach
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"My favorite thing about Birdville ISD is the kind and loving teachers and staff. From the moment you walk into the doors everyone is kind, friendly and helpful. They all go above and beyond to make my daughter and our whole family feel welcome, important and valued."
- Birdville ISD Parent