Frazier Military Family Outreach

Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, Frazier Elementary officially became a school of choice: The Academy of Sports and Wellness at Frazier. We are excited about this new opportunity for our community, and look forward to continuing Frazier’s legacy of fostering a love of learning through serving students and their families, faculty/staff, the Burleson community and beyond.

The Academy of Sports and Wellness at Frazier serves students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and is designed to integrate academic excellence, wellness, and physical health to support the development of well-rounded students. The campus offers specialized rotations and expanded wellness and nutrition instruction, with enhanced opportunities for student leadership and family engagement.

Click below to learn more about our exciting new venture:

About the Academy of Sports and Wellness at Frazier

Article from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram on Frazier becoming a School of Choice

 

Meet your Campus-Based Military Liaison

In her role as the Campus-Based Military Liaison at the Academy of Sports and Wellness at Frazier, Mrs. Dumbauld is dedicated to supporting the unique needs of our military-connected students and their families.

 

 

Mrs. Dumbauld,

Frazier Elementary campus Military Family Liaison

can be reached at:

Christina.Dumbauld@bisdmail.net

817.245.3000 

 

 

The Campus-Based Military Liaison's main duties and responsibilities include: 

● Provides resources and program information support to military families. 

● Supports military families and students. 

● Serves as the point of contact and collaborates with military-connected students, their families, and campus. 

● Serves as an advocate for the military community and helps establish military students on campus. 

● Collaborates with the campus PEIMS clerk to ensure military-connected students are identified and properly coded through the Texas Student Data System Public Education Information Management Systems (TSDS PEIMS). 

● Determines campus-based assistance and services for military-connected students based on their specific requirements, particularly their high mobility. 

● Assists in coordinating campus-based programs relevant to military-connected students. 

● Attends professional development opportunities for staff members on issues related to military-connected students. 

● Provides professional development opportunities for staff members on challenges affecting military-connected students. 

● Reports to the campus administration on transitional issues for the family member or students. 

● Communicates with principal, teachers, students, and family members.

 

Mrs. Dumbauld also happens to proudly serve as the school counselor at Frazier, where she advocates for the academic and social-emotional wellbeing of students and collaborates with ALL stakeholders - students, parents/guardians, teachers/staff, administrators and community members. Mrs. Dumbauld prides herself on building positive relationships with students and their families, keeping the lines of communication open in order to ensure a timely, stress-free transition to our campus.  

Military families also have a special place in Mrs. Dumbauld’s heart. She is the spouse of a Veteran who served in the U.S. Army National Guard. Mrs. Dumbauld has received extensive training on serving military families while her husband was serving, and through her experience as a Family Readiness Group (FRG) Leader. It is her honor and pleasure serving military families.      

Thank you for your dedication to service. Please contact Mrs. Dumbauld, Frazier Elementary campus Military Family Liaison for support. christina.dumbauld@bisdmail.net 817.245.3000 

 

Attendance Matters

Every Day Counts!

Doors Open at 7:15 am

Tardy Bell rings at 7:40

Dismissal at 3:10 pm

Attendance matters at Frazier Elementary. Everyday counts! When your student is going to be absent, please call Ms. Arredondo in the front office. You can email her the doctor's note; or the next day, have your student bring the note to the front office. Our doors open at 7:15 a.m., and dismissal is at 3:10 p.m. 

Minimum attendance for credit:

TEC §25.092 states: Except as provided by this section, a student in any grade level from kindergarten through grade 12 may not be given credit or a final grade for a class unless the student is in attendance for at least 90% of the days the class is offered.

 

Frazier Attendance/Registrar:

Contact Ms. Judi McDaniel,

Frazier PEIMS Clerk/Registrar at:

817.245.3005

Judi.Mcdaniel@bisdmail.net

 

The Frazier Elementary nurse is Ms. Kayla Mundell.

If you have any medication or doctor orders, please call her at 817.245.3003

Nurse Kayla’s contact information:

Kayla Mundell, RN

Frazier Elementary

Kayla.Mundell@bisdmail.net

817.245.3003 

 

 

Visit the Burleson ISD Nursing department webpage for up-to-date information on health services, including:

• Immunization records
• Medication guides and forms
• Health information for parents
• School health consents
• School Health Advisory Council

"...The school nurse contributes to the risk reduction, increased classroom seat time, decreased student absenteeism, improved academic success and cost savings to families, and educational and healthcare systems." -National Association of School Nurses

Aiming to welcome and ease the transition for military-connected students

We warmly welcome you to our campus, and are excited to provide a special tour designed just for your military-connected family. During your visit and with the assistance of our Student Ambassadors, your child will have the opportunity to become familiar with the common areas of the school (i.e. library, cafeteria, gymnasium, Counselor’s office) and meet fellow students through introductions facilitated by our student ambassadors, campus-based military liaison and/or enrollment staff. 

 

• Student Ambassadors program (see Campus Initiatives page for more information)
• Student Council
• Art Club
• Choir Club, including Honor Choir opportunities (certain grade levels)
• UIL opportunities - The academic events are designed to complement and expand upon what students learn in the classroom, both through learning specific subject knowledge and through learning skills that are valuable in many disciplines. 
  • Congratulations to Frazier students and teams for their achievements in earning the rank of Runner Up at the 2026 academic meet!
• Opportunities for student academic achievement recognition, such as spelling bee, the National Math Stars award, etc.

 

• On campus tutoring opportunities may be available for qualifying students.
• FREE tutoring for military-connected families through tutor.com, funded by the U.S. Department of War

District-level Clubs/Recreational Activities offered (depending on the age/school level - ES/MS/HS):

• BISD Competitive Archery team (4th-12th graders currently enrolled in BISD)
• Student Council and other leadership opportunities
• Various fine art and/or recreational activity clubs
• Esports
• National Junior Honor Society, National Honor Society

Athletics/Interscholastic activity program BISD Athletics webpage

Military Family Campus Initiatives and Activities

Purple Star Program (PSP)

Burleson ISD recognizes the unique challenges faced by military-connected children and is dedicated to supporting their academic and social well-being through the Purple Star School Program. We strive to equip all our students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in college, the workforce, and life.

Our commitment to educational excellence includes fostering modern learning environments, offering diverse opportunities for career exploration, and employing exceptional educators. Burleson ISD serves over 12,000 students, including more than 1,400 military-connected children.

We understand the sacrifices made by military families and are honored to provide a supportive community and superior education. If you're seeking an exceptional place to raise your family, we invite you to choose Burleson ISD, specifically the Academy of Sports and Wellness at Frazier. Our campus has begun the process of pursuing Purple Star Campus Designation through the Texas Education Agency, in order to better promote the academic, social and emotional well-being of our military-connected students and support the unique needs of military families. We are excited to embark on this journey of learning and continual growth that comes along with the process. 

To see the Purple Star Campus Designation Commissioner’s Rules in its entirety, visit: 

19 TAC, Chapter 61. School Districts, Subchapter FF. Commissioner’s Rules Concerning Veterans and Military Dependents. Division 2, Military-Connected Students, §61.1063. Commissioner’s Rules Concerning Veterans and Military Dependents

Here are a few of the events we had for military-connected students and their families in the 2025-26 school year: 

In October we welcomed students and their families to our annual Math-O-Ween family engagement event. At this event, Mrs. Dumbauld, the Campus Based Military Liaison greeted and interacted with families, providing information to families (both military-connected and civilian) about the Purple Star Designation program and introduced herself as the campus-based military liaison. This was an opportunity for Military families to connect with other families who are familiar with the military family culture.

 

In November we celebrated National Veteran and Military family appreciation month. We hosted a Veterans Day program and warmly welcomed members of the Armed Forces and Veterans out to enjoy a student-centered program filled with patriotic songs sung by student groups. Our very own Frazier Student Ambassador group assisted with this special event by helping to decorate and by proudly presenting the flag of each of the branches of the U.S. Armed forces, as the official song of each of those branches was played.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In December 2025 we hosted a military family event and shared information about resources available to military families. 

In April to celebrate the Month of the Military Child, students and staff were encouraged to wear purple on Purple UP! day, as a show of support for Military-Connected students and families. Special announcements and facebook posts were also made during the month of April to spread awareness to students and staff that Military Children serve, too!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In December Frazier hosted a special holiday event where military-connected students and families could enjoy sweet treats and pick out some gifts while they mingled with other military-connected families. At this event, parents also learned more about the Purple Star Designation program and community resources specific to military families. This event was made possible through donations from Operation Homefront, Christ Chapel Bible Church, The Medal of Honor Museum and through volunteers who worked the event, including members of a local Veteran’s group, community members and school personnel.

 

Student Ambassador Program: Aiming to welcome and support / ease the transition for military-connected students 

At Frazier we have in place a Student-Led transition program, with the help of our Frazier Student Ambassadors. School-wide procedures are in place to ensure our new military-connected students feel welcomed. Our goal is to ease the uncertainty and anxiety of being a new student on an unfamiliar campus.

We warmly welcome you to our campus, and are excited to provide a special tour designed just for your military-connected family. During your visit, your child will have the opportunity to become familiar with the common areas of the school (i.e. library, cafeteria, gymnasium, Counselor’s office) and meet helpful school staff and fellow students through introductions facilitated by our student ambassadors. 

Teachers utilize a peer buddy system to pair new military students with a peer from the same classroom to sit with the student at lunch and guide them through classroom processes.

The Frazier Ambassadors serve a vital role in welcoming all Frazier students, as well as helping in various ways around campus. They greet students at the front door, assist students in the cafeteria at breakfast time, assist with proudly raising and taking down the American and Texas flags each day, and make special morning announcements such as for Veterans day and Month of the Military Child. Most importantly, the Frazier Student Ambassadors serve an active role at campus family engagement events such as our annual Veterans day program. 

 

 

 

Academic Planning (District) 

• Academic Planning/Course Sequence guides
  • The High School Course Guide includes general information; information about a student’s academic achievement record, including class ranking and weighted courses; alternate methods of earning credits, college and career readiness, career and technical education programs of study, graduation requirements, endorsements, and course descriptions.
  • The Middle School Course Guide includes the course sequence for middle school, a preview of high school, and course descriptions.
• Career and Technical Education Programs of Study
  • The Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs at Burleson ISD prepare students for the highly technological and competitive workplace of the 21st century and are designed to prepare students for life-long success in high-wage, high-skill, and high-demand occupations and career fields.    
• Advanced Academics (AP Courses, Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment Courses, Gifted & Talented Education, etc.). This page provides an overview of, and resources for…
  • Accelerated Instruction
  • Advanced Placement
  • Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment
  • Credit By Examination    Credit by Exam FAQ’s (all levels)
  • College Entrance Exam
  • Gifted and Talented information
  • Additional Resources
• Grading Guidelines: For Elementary, Middle School and High School 
• BISD Choice Schools information

• College, Career and Military Prep: Click here to learn more about Career & Technical Education (CTE) opportunities in BISD.

 

Academic Planning (Campus-Specific)

 

Special Programs available at Frazier, with contacts:

• Special Education Contact: Joanne Campbell, Principal; 817.245.3000; jcampbell@bisdmail.net
• Campus Diagnostician: Ms. Bryant: megan.bryant@bisdmail.net
• Section 504 - Mrs. Ryan Wiggs is the 504 coordinator. 504 and STAAR Testing Coordinator Contact: Mrs.Wiggs, Assistant Principal; 817.245.3000; ryan.wiggs@bisdmail.net
• Dyslexia Services - Frazier Dyslexia Teacher, Ms. Raper, 817.245.3000, valerie.raper@bisdmail.net
• Advanced Academics: Frazier offers a Gifted and Talented (TAG) Program - Teachers, Ms. McGovern and Ms. Russell, 817.245.3000, anne.mcgovern@bisdmail.net ; amy.russell@bisdmail.net

See BISD Gifted and Talented webpage for more information 

• School Counselor Mrs. Dumbauld: 817.245.3000 christina.dumbauld@bisdmail.net (see Counseling and support section for more information)
• Emergent Bilingual - Frazier Elementary offers ESL services (English as a Second Language to qualifying students). District BISD Emergent Bilingual page
• See BISD Special program district-level page for more information on specific special programming.

Information on Educational Opportunity for Military Children, as specified in TEC§162

 

Compact Flyer, from TEA webpage (ENG)  

Compact Flyer, from TEA webpage (SPAN)

View/download the Parent's Guide to Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission 

Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission website

Helpful Web Resources pertaining to Academic Planning: 

 Texas OnCourse Website 

Texas Reality Check (TWC) 

Texas Career Check

The TSIA (Texas Success Initiative Assessment (TEA) 

Special Education Services (TEA) 

Gifted and Talented (TEA) 

College, Career, and Military Prep (CCMP) (TEA)

 

 

Heroic Hearts Scholarship - Columbia Southern University is honored to partner with the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) to provide The Military Child Education Coalition Heroic Hearts Scholarship to military-connected students including children of active duty, reserve, National Guard, and veteran service members.

 

Naval Air Station-Joint Reserve Base offers Counseling, Advocacy and Prevention (CAP) services for military families, among other services to promote/provide morale, welfare and recreation.

 

 

 

 

Military Family Life Counseling Program (MFLC) from Military One Source

Military and family life counselors can help adults and children navigate everyday challenges, including issues related to deployment, stress, moving, relationships, work, the grieving process and more. Adult and child and youth behavioral MFLCs are available in military communities throughout the world. 

Child and youth behavioral military and family life counselors

Child and youth behavioral military and family life counselors support families. They also augment child and youth programs, Department of War Education Activity schools, local education agencies, camps designed for military children and youth, and special operations commands.

Counselors provide confidential counseling, consultation and outreach to eligible faculty, staff, parents, children and youth. They may observe, participate and engage in activities with children and youth; provide coaching, guidance and support to staff and parents; and model behavior-management techniques for staff and parents. Children under 18 must have written parental consent to receive CYB-MFLC support.

Military Family Life Counselor Locator tool Family Behavioral Counselor’s Brochure 

You can also connect with your specific installation’s Military and Family Support Center to get started. 

 

 

Get Immediate Help

Dial or text 988 on your phone for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Community-Based Counseling Resources:

Visit the BISD  Community Resources & Supports page for an extensive list of counseling and other family services available in the community, including food, housing assistance, etc, BISD Counseling Services webpage. *Note - this is not an exhaustive list.

“Burleson ISD does not sponsor, endorse, or recommend any of the organizations, services, or activities described.”