North Richland Middle School
North Richland Middle School, located in North Richland Hills, Texas, is a distinguished STEM campus within the Birdville Independent School District (BISD). The school is committed to fostering academic excellence and personal growth among its students.
Mission and Vision
NRMS’s mission is to build a foundation of excellence in all students by fostering academic, social, and emotional success, empowering them to create their own futures. The vision emphasizes the school’s role as difference-makers in students’ lives. Core values include creating an inclusive environment, encouraging risk-taking and learning from mistakes, embracing challenges as growth opportunities, building strong relationships, and modeling respect and kindness.
STEM Focus
As a STEM-designated campus, NRMS integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics into its curriculum. This approach is designed to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills, preparing students for future academic and career endeavors. The school has implemented Project-Based Learning (PBL) across science and math classrooms to increase rigor and relevance. All math and science teachers are STEM certified, and the school has developed a STEM Professional Learning Community (PLC) to support cross-curricular units and campus-wide STEM implementation
Community Engagement
NRMS actively engages with the community to enrich students’ educational experiences. For instance, the school partnered with NTE Mobility Partners (NTEMP) to launch Birdville’s first STEM camp. During this one-day camp, 30 students from NRMS learned about civil engineering and participated in a bridge-building challenge, fostering teamwork and practical application of STEM concepts.
Leadership and Mascot
The school is led by Principal Sherri Gamble, supported by Assistant Principals Travis Kidd, Justin Mathews, and Blythe Smith. The school’s mascot is the Falcon, symbolizing the school’s spirit and pride.
Commitment to Continuous Improvement
NRMS is dedicated to continuous improvement, utilizing data-driven strategies to enhance instructional practices and student outcomes. The school employs the Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle to evaluate and refine programs, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of students. Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) are active in planning and aligning teaching to state standards, with a focus on backward design of assessments to ensure alignment of taught and tested curriculum.
Through its commitment to STEM education, community involvement, and continuous improvement, North Richland Middle School exemplifies educational excellence within the Birdville Independent School District.