Smithfield Middle School seeks to provide all Raiders a safe and positive environment while encouraging a commitment to continued academic and social growth through challenging and meaningful learning opportunities in order to create resilient lifelong learners, leaders, and achievers in society.
Smithfield Middle School opened its doors in the fall of 1975. At that time, it was called Smithfield Jr. High. Mr. James Neindorff was the first principal. Several teachers came over from Watauga Jr. High to open the school. By 1980, the student population had increased, and the back hall was added. Mr. Neindorff retired in spring 1981, and in the fall of 1981, Mr. Ed Logan became the second principal. The spring of 1989 was the last year our school was called Smithfield Jr. High. Mr. Logan retired spring of 1989, and with the new middle school configuration, we also had a new principal. Mrs. Doris Tipps became the 3rd principal of Smithfield Middle School in the fall of 1989.
In 1996, Smithfield Middle School received a second building expansion and renovation. What is now the front hall was added, the large courtyard across the hall from the cafeteria was enclosed & covered and became what is now the library and two computer labs. The old library space was converted into the two six grade science lab classrooms. The present office previously was three classrooms and part of a courtyard. Mrs. Tipps retired in the spring of 1998, and Ms. Susan Fisher became the fourth principal in the fall of 1998. She was principal for five years until moving on to become principal of Birdville High School in 2003.
Mr. Jeff Russell became the fifth principal of SMS to begin the 2003 school year and was principal till 2011. With Mr. Russell's leadership, Smithfield Middle received an "Exemplary" rating from the State of Texas during the 2009-2010 school year.
Mr. Kyle Pekurney became the sixth principal of the Raider Nation from 2011-2022. During that time, Smithfield maintained its "Exemplary" rating from the State of Texas. In addition, SMS became an Advanced Learning and College Prep Campus, focusing on college and career readiness through accelerated coursework, a rigorous curriculum, college visits, and personalized learning. Smithfield Middle School also became a Texas School to Watch (2016-17) and a National School to Watch (2016-17), which is awarded to schools that have consistently moved to meet the nationally endorsed criteria for high-performing middle schools. Also during this time, Smithfield was awarded the Top Middle School in Tarrant County (2017) and one of the Top 20 Middle Schools in Texas (2017).
Mr. Jason Turner became the seventh principal of the Raider Nation in 2022.
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.
