Culture & Mission

B.D. Billinghurst Middle School, named after prominent Nevada educator B.D. Billinghurst, has a rich history dating back to its founding in 1930. Established to serve the educational needs of the community, the school has continually evolved to meet the changing demands of middle school education. Over the years, B.D. Billinghurst Middle School has maintained a commitment to academic excellence, student development, and community involvement, fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment for all its students. The school has a pedigree of successful and innovative leaders that have shaped and cultivated a rich system of values outlined below. 

Mission Statement:

At Billinghurst Middle School, we learn, lead, and succeed.  

We are BIGHORNS!

Ken Vaughn Attributes:

Principal Ken Vaughn opened the Northwest location in 1990. Mr. Vaughn died in 1996, but his legacy of learning and doing what is best for students lives on in leaders like you!

Ken Vaughn…

• Had a vision for his life, family, and school.
• Used clear thinking to achieve his goals.
• Was nicknamed the “eternal optimist”, because of his positivity.
• Had the ability to make those around him become better people.
• Demonstrated kindness, good will, and modesty.
• Was purposed, focused, and highly motivated.
• Worked with a sense of mission.
• Had integrity, reputation, and quality relationships.
• Was articulate and thought carefully before he spoke
• Worked to make himself a better person every day in every way.

“Once you have the Bighorn Attitude you never lose it”-Ken Vaughn

Bighorn Attitude:

• Believing in yourself
• Maintaining a positive work ethic
• Teamwork
• Sacrifice
• Never put others down
• Learn from defeat
• Accepting constructive criticism
• Tolerance
• School esteem
• Honesty
• Leadership
• Seek Challenges
• High Personal Standards
• Have the courage to be different