Military Support

Wichita Falls ISD provides full-day Pre-K programs at several campuses across the district, including Kate Burgess Elementary, to support early childhood learning.

To enroll in the Prekindergarten program, a child must be four years old on or before September 1 of the upcoming school year. Students are eligible if they meet at least one of the following criteria:

• Limited English proficiency
• Eligible for the National School Lunch Program
• Child of an active-duty United States military member
• Child of a military member injured or killed in service
• Currently or previously in foster care through Texas DFPS

Additional documentation may be required for eligibility verification.

For more information on program locations, eligibility screening, or enrollment details, visit our campus Pre-Kindergarten webpage.

Per district policy FDB (LOCAL), all students will attend the schools they reside in, unless granted permission to transfer based on these criteria: 

• Child of District Employee
• Child of Parent Stationed at Sheppard AFB on Active Military Orders
• Child of Peace Officer in Accordance with State Law
• IB Student (Legacy HS Only)
• Sibling of a Centralized Program Student
• Current 4th Grader Affected by Attendance Zone Change (West Foundation, Fowler)

Please note: If your child is part of a centralized special education program, you do not need to complete a transfer request form to remain in the program. If you have any questions regarding centralized programs, please call the special education department at 940-235-1019.

The District Transfer Committee follows the guidelines set in FDB (LOCAL).  This information can be found on the WFISD website. Please complete the form below to allow the District Transfer Committee the ability to make a decision. No transfers are guaranteed. Available space and staffing may be a defining issue when granting or denying a transfer. 

Notice: A person who knowingly falsifies information to establish residency for a student in a public school shall be liable to the public school if the student is enrolled on the basis of false information. The Texas Penal Code 37.10 (c) (3) states that falsification of enrollment documents is a Class C misdemeanor and a school district may enforce civil penalties for this offense. See Texas Penal Code 37.10 and Texas Education Code 25.001.

Wichita Falls ISD elementary schools are committed to providing a smooth academic transition for military-connected students. Our campuses work closely with families to ensure students are appropriately placed and supported as they move between schools, states, and educational systems.

Kate Burgess Elementary students benefit from:

Academic Continuity

• Timely enrollment and records review to support smooth transitions.
• Placement decisions based on previous coursework, academic records, and individual student needs.
• Collaboration with families to minimize disruptions to learning during school moves.

Personalized Learning Support

• Differentiated instruction designed to meet students where they are academically.
• Intervention and enrichment opportunities to support growth in reading, math, and other core subjects.
• Ongoing progress monitoring to ensure students receive appropriate academic support.

Advanced Learning Opportunities

• Gifted & Talented (GT) services for identified students.
• Academic enrichment and accelerated learning opportunities designed to challenge advanced learners.
• Credit-by-Exam opportunities for eligible students seeking grade-level advancement.

Specialized Support Services

• Special Education services and related supports for eligible students.
• Dyslexia services and intervention programs.
• Emergent Bilingual (EB) and ESL services for qualifying students.
• Section 504 accommodations for students with qualifying needs.

Military Family Support

Aligning with Wichita Falls ISD, Kate Burgess Elementary recognizes that military-connected students may experience multiple school transitions. Our campuses are committed to supporting academic success through flexible placement practices, communication with families, and individualized support to help students quickly become engaged members of the school community.

Please view the Academic Policies & Procedures Guidebook if you're interested in learning more about academics, advanced placement, and career and technical education pathways at the secondary level.

Gifted & Talented

• Kindergarten through second grade students receive Gifted and Talented curriculum instruction within their homeroom classrooms. Third through fifth grade students travel weekly to the Carrigan campus, where they collaborate with other Wichita Falls ISD students and participate in Gifted and Talented curriculum alongside their peers.

more about the gifted & talented program

Although Wichita Falls ISD offers Dual Credit Enrollment and Career and Technical Education Opportunities at the secondary level, they are not offered at the elementary level. Additionally, Wichita Falls ISD offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program at Legacy High School.

Special Education

• The following services are available at Kate Burgess Elementary:
  • Resource and inclusion services
  • Speech therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Physical therapy
  • Assistive technology
  • Vision and hearing services
  • Dyslexia services
  • Behavioral and academic supports

more about special education

Emergent Bilingual

• Bilingual and ESL services available at Kate Burgess Elementary.
• Language development integrated into academic instruction.
• LPAC monitoring and accommodations provided

more about the emergent bilingual program

• Texas OnCourse Website
• Texas Reality Check | Home
• The TSIA (Texas Success Initiative Assessment) | Texas Education Agency
• Information on Educational Opportunity for Military Children, as specified in TEC §162

The Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children (MIC3) helps military-connected students transition successfully between schools when families relocate due to military orders. The Compact addresses enrollment, placement, attendance, eligibility for extracurricular activities, graduation requirements, and other educational challenges that may arise during military transitions.

Military families with questions regarding educational rights and protections under the Compact are encouraged to contact the Campus-Based Military Liaison for assistance.

Kate Burgess Elementary recognizes that military-connected students may experience unique challenges associated with military life, including relocations, deployments, reunifications, and transitions between schools and communities.

The campus counselor works closely with students and families to provide support through:

• School transition assistance
• Individual student conferences
• Social-emotional learning support
• Goal setting and problem-solving strategies
• Peer relationship support
• Referrals to campus and community resources
• Support during military deployments and family reunifications

Our goal is to help military-connected students feel welcomed, connected, and successful both academically and socially throughout their time at Kate Burgess Elementary.

Behavioral Health & Counseling Services

Military-connected students experiencing stress, anxiety, grief, family separation, adjustment challenges, or other social-emotional concerns may be referred to local behavioral health providers for additional support.

Community counseling resources may include:

• Helen Farabee Centers
• Red River Hospital Behavioral Health Services
• Texoma Community Center
• Local licensed counselors and mental health providers
• Family support programs available through Sheppard Air Force Base

Services may include:

• Individual counseling
• Family counseling
• Crisis intervention
• Behavioral health assessments
• Grief and loss support
• Stress management resources
• Parenting support

Referral Process

Students and families seeking counseling or behavioral health services may:

1. Contact the Campus-Based Military Liaison.
2. Speak with a school counselor, administrator, or social worker.
3. Request assistance from the Military & Family Life Counseling Program (MFLC).
4. Contact Sheppard Air Force Base support services directly.
5. Reach out to community providers for eligibility and appointment information.

When appropriate, campus staff can assist families in identifying available resources, providing contact information, and connecting families with community organizations that best meet their needs.

Each Wichita Falls ISD campus is required to provide at least one professional development session for all campus staff focused on supporting military-connected students. In addition, each campus-based military liaison must complete an additional professional development session on supporting military-connected students and families in order to maintain their role.

The Social & Emotional Services Department in Wichita Falls ISD provides additional training opportunities for counselors focused on the unique needs of military-connected students. These trainings also equip counselors with effective strategies and techniques to better support military children and their families.

Wichita Falls ISD has formed a team consisting of faculty, key spouses, Sheppard AFB staff, and community members who meet monthly and help the district better understand how they can support military-connected students and their families.

If you are interested in joining this team, please contact Madison Davis, Coordinator of Military Affairs for Wichita Falls ISD, at maldavis@wfisd.net.

Kate Burgess Elementary offers a variety of clubs and organizations that allow students to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and build meaningful connections with their peers. Opportunities include Academic UIL, Drama Club, Choir, STEAM Club, Student Council, and Kindness Club. Military-connected students are encouraged to participate, even if they enroll after standard registration deadlines. In addition, students new to our campus may be paired with a peer of similar age and interests through our Student 2 Student program, helping them build friendships and feel connected to the school community. Families interested in learning more about available clubs and organizations or getting their student involved should contact the campus military liaison for assistance.

Wichita Falls ISD campuses recognize military-connected students and families throughout the year through Veterans Day programs, Purple Up Day celebrations, military appreciation events, and other recognition activities that honor military service and sacrifice.

The Military and Family Life Counseling Program provides free, confidential, non-medical counseling to service members, their families, and survivors on or near installations. Trained to work with the military community, military and family life counselors deliver valuable counseling services, briefings, and presentations to the military community. Counselors help service members and their families navigate issues such as improving relationships at home and work, stress management, adjustment difficulties, parenting, and grief or loss. Adult, child, and youth behavioral MFLCs are assigned to units, schools, child development centers, and other locations worldwide. Through the link above, you can connect and schedule an appointment with a local MFLC.

• Tutor.com for Military Students - Free tutoring for military-connected students
• Military Child Education Coalition | MCEC - Student, parent, and professional resources
• School Liaisons (mic3.net) - Find local military installations
• Education Service Centers | Texas Education Agency - Helps to improve student performance in each of the 20 Texas regions
• Student and Family Support - Texas Education Agency
• Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3) Compact Rules for schools and parents
• Military Compact Flyer (Spanish)