SCHOOL NEWS
PVISD board receives updates
Trustees of the Prairie Valley Independent School District met on June 28 for the monthly session.
Superintendent Tim West gave a brief overview of the meeting.
In non-action items the facilities update shows the cafetorium is close to completion. Fire shutters, bathroom partitions and some of the small stuff has to be completed said West. Lockers were set to be installed on July 6.
The board review all the information related to the Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief Funds including the time period required for the funds to be expended. In ESSER III funds PVISD is scheduled to receive $294,804.
According to the Texas Education Agency school districts should use these funds to response to the pandemic and address student learning loss as a result of COVID-19.
Principal Lisa Sadler gave her report noting in the academic update early state testing scores and end-of-course testing look very good.
Students are involved in summer conditioning, basketball and volleyball leagues. Teachers report to school on Aug. 2 and school begins on Aug. 10.
In action items the board approved a service agreement with the Region 9 Education Service Center, and the Montague County Tax Appraisal District budget for 2021-22.
The Public Education Information Management System also know as PEIMS Discipline Report was presented along with the School Health Advisory Committee report, the financial and investment report and the 2021-22 transfers.
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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