Through cooperative efforts with the community, Richland High School's programs of instruction not only promote self-confidence, creativity, scholarship, and citizenship, but also provide skills for an ever-changing world. BISD and Richland High School support the diversity of our students, staff and community.
Beliefs
We believe that ...
Human beings are complex with unique intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs.
Every person is unique by design, with abilities, gifts and talents.
Every person has inherent value and unique potential.
All people are innately curious.
Relationships are an inherent human need.
Personal responsibility is essential and noble for all.
Family profoundly impacts who we become.
Character is developed through life experiences.
With a privilege comes responsibility and accountability.
A physically and emotionally safe environment encourages learning.
Learning is not limited by time or space.
Freedom is a universal desire to be promoted and preserved.
Since 1961, Richland High School has been a pillar of community pride with highly accomplished alumni and a thriving and inspired student body. In spring 2020, Birdville ISD leadership chose to change the school’s mascot to an identity befitting its rich traditions in a modern and relevant way. Richland High School is now identified as the Richland Royals. To create a new graphic identity representative of “Royals,” the District enlisted BrandEra, a
17-year-old branding agency, with the unusual expertise of public school marketing and brand development.
The initial need was to bring to life exactly what a Royal is. In a highly responsive timeframe, BrandEra facilitated Zoom focus group meetings with students, school leaders and community members to hear their opinions. Upon this feedback, a variety of mascot samples were presented, being mindful to key descriptors such as integrity, proud, respected, responsible, leader and strong. In a real sign of collaboration, the stakeholder group unanimously selected a lion to be the Richland Royals mascot.
BrandEra quickly developed a range of lion sketches, ranging from friendly to fierce. Options had a variety of crowns, manes and expressions. Again, stakeholders were given a chance to weigh in and a “type” of lion was selected. The agency then developed tighter sketches followed by computer renderings, and the Richland Royals were born.
The final Royals logo embodies an attitude of confidence and pride. Its gaze is forward and upward and its mane is flowing, as if it is looking and leading into the future. The lion’s crown is regal and in its shadowing there is an abstract “R” thoughtfully placed in its center.
Several other branding elements were created as part of this project including: a school crest, a spirit flag, social media graphics, a hype video and a mascot rendering that will be used to create a new mascot costume.
Through cooperative efforts with the community, Richland High School's programs of instruction not only promote self-confidence, creativity, scholarship, and citizenship, but also provide skills for an ever-changing world.
Our C.O.R.E. (Community of Respect Everywhere) Values
BISD and Richland High School support the diversity of our students, staff and community. This is reflected in the District’s C.O.R.E. Values (Community of Respect Everywhere). They are:
Responsibility:Ability to distinguish between right and wrong and to be accountable for one's behavior. Accountability.
Empathy:Ability to identify with and understand somebody else’s feelings or difficulties. Understanding, Compassion.
Kindness:Being sympathetic and caring. Gentleness, Loving.
Honesty:Being truthful, fair and trustworthy. Integrity.
Acceptance:Willingness to treat someone or something of different views, cultures, religions or appearance with fairness. Open-mindedness.
Courage:Ability to face difficulty or uncertainty without being overcome with fear. Bravery, Valor.
With more than 40 languages spoken in households across the District, we are proud of the diversity and welcoming culture across BISD and at Richland High School. When issues arise, we are committed to being fair to all parties concerned, and commit to taking them seriously, investigate them thoroughly, and handle them appropriately.
The following information is provided in response to 34 C.F.R. Part 106.8 of the 2020 Title IX Regulations, mandating notice of a nondiscrimination policy and adoption and publication of grievance procedures that provide for the prompt and equitable resolution of student and employee complaints.
In accordance with Title IX, the District does not, and is required not to, discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities. The requirement not to discriminate extends to employment. As a school district serving students in kindergarten through grade 12, the District is not subject to provisions in Title IX Regulations (Subpart C) prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex in admissions and recruitment. However, the district does not discriminate on the basis of sex in admissions or transfer requests.
The District has designated and authorized the following employee as the Title IX Coordinator to address concerns or inquiries regarding discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and gender-based harassment:
Name: Skip Baskerville Position: Associate Superintendent for Human Resources, Governance, and Support Services Address: 6125 E. Belknap Street, Haltom City, TX 76117 Email: Title IX coordinator (skip.baskerville@birdvilleschools.net) Telephone: (817) 547-5700
Any person can report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in person, by mail, telephone, email, or any other means, at any time, that results in the Title IX coordinator receiving the person’s verbal or written report.
During district business hours, reports may also be made in person to the Title IX Coordinator or their designee.
To obtain a copy of the District’s Title IX policies, including the grievance process that complies with 34 C.F.R. § 106.45(b) of the 2020 Title IX Regulations, please contact Skip Baskerville, as noted above.
Upon receiving an allegation of sex-based harassment, the Title IX Coordinator will promptly respond in accordance with board policies FFH and DIA.
Inquiries about the application of Title IX may be referred to the district’s Title IX Coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education, or both.
Birdville ISD’s Title IX administrator(s) have attended Eichelbaum Wardell Hansen Powell & Muñoz P.C.’s “2025 Texas Title IX Administrator Conference.” Materials from this conference in compliance with Section 106.45(b)(10)(i)(D) of the regulations can be found here:
The District has designated and authorized the following employee as the Title IX Coordinator to address concerns or inquiries regarding discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and gender-based harassment:
Name: Skip Baskerville Position: Associate Superintendent for Human Resources, Governance, and Support Services Address: 6125 E. Belknap Street, Haltom City, TX 76117 Email: Title IX coordinator (skip.baskerville@birdvilleschools.net) Telephone: (817) 547-5700
Non-Discrimination and Website Accessibility Statement
BISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by law in its programs, activities, or employment practices. For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, contact Skip Baskerville, Associate Superintendent for Human Resources, Governance and Support Services, 817-547-5700 or skip.baskerville@birdvilleschools.net.
BISD affirms its commitment to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to access online information and functionality. For assistance accessing any online information or functionality that is currently inaccessible, contact Michelle DoPorto, District Webmaster, 817-547-5799, michelle.doporto@birdvilleschools.net. To file a formal grievance under Section 504 or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact Skip Baskerville, Associate Superintendent for Human Resources, Governance and Support Services, 817-547-5700 or skip.baskerville@birdvilleschools.net.
For assistance accessing any online information or functionality that is currently inaccessible, contact Michelle DoPorto, District Webmaster, 817-547-5700, michelle.doporto@birdvilleschools.net or complete online request form.
Title I, Part A is the largest federal assistance program for schools. Title I helps students receive a fair, equal, and high-quality education by providing additional funding to support student success. In order to receive these funds, our district and campus must create a plan for refining our educational offerings and involving families in their students' education.
Goals of Title I include:
Improved student performance and well-being
Increased family engagement in their child's education
Better two-way communication between families and schools
As a parent or guardian, you are an important part of our Title I team. We would like to invite you to:
Attend our school's annual Title I meeting
Learn about your rights and responsibilities
Assess whether our Title I offerings meet your child's needs, and offer suggestions for improvement as needed
