SCHOOL NEWS
Bowie High School schedules eighth grade transition events
Bowie High School officials are planning a pair of events to help eighth graders transition to their new campus.
At 6 p.m. on May 7, there will be an eighth grade parent meeting at the junior high auditorium. Salli Page, student services at BHS, said she will explain high school graduation and testing requirements, and discuss with the parents the class options for their child in high school.
Then on May 11 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Jackrabbit Preview Night will take place at the high school.
This come-and-go event will given current eighth graders an evening to tour the high school, get information on classes and see all the different programs the high school has to offer.
Page said this also will be the night parents and students will sign a personal graduation plan for each student. A signed graduation plan is a requirement under House Bill 5 for each student entering high school.
This same night the 2015-16 cheerleaders will host a spaghetti dinner fundraiser. Cost will be $10 for adults and $7 for children ages seven to 12.
For questions call Page at 689-2837.
Bowie Independent School District Trustees will discuss personnel issues including possible action on hiring a new high school principal when it meets at 5:30 p.m. on April 20.
An executive session is scheduled for that topic and other personnel updates as the school nears its end.
Last month the high school principal and assistant superintendent resigned as did the head boy’s basketball coach. The new coach was named this week
The regular agenda opens with recognition of high school students and staff.
Superintendent Donna Hale will provide informational updates for enrollment and attendance, intruder detection and audit report, operations reports and parent and community forum meeting comments.
The Montague County Tax Appraisal District annual financial report will be reviewed. There also will be a discussion on open enrollment for pre-kindergarten for the 2026-27.
Under action items the board will determine the financial feasibility to comply with the Texas Transportation Code regarding school bus seat belt requirements. Possible action on applying for two waiver days for missed instructional days due to snow.
Monthly reports and financials wrap the agenda.
Mark your calendar for the mandatory Jackrabbit Preview at 5:30 p.m. on April 6 in the high school cafeteria for current eighth graders in the Bowie Independent School District.
This event is designed to help students and parents prepare for a successful transition to high school. You’ll learn about academic pathways, degree plans, course offerings, extracurricular activities and ways to stay involved through the high school journey.
Explore high school course options and academic opportunities.
Learn about graduation pathways and degree plans. Ask questions and connect with campus staff. Ensure your student is ready for scheduling.
The Bowie schools music program hosted its annual cake spin on March 28. There was a live auction with caller Terry Gunter, along with the spin. All proceeds go back directly to the music students.A couple of guest conductors helped out Director German Torres. All bands, choir and color guard performed.
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