SCHOOL NEWS
Bowie band earns all ‘1s,’ advances to area UIL
Bowie High School’s Mighty Marching Maroon will advance out of regional to area B contest after receiving straight ones at Saturday’s University Interscholastic League contest in Denton.
The band performed its Egyptian-themed show “Reign” by Russell Standridge. Director German Torres said the band had a wonderful performance.
“They did outstanding. We (students and directors) all felt it was their best performance this year. I am looking forward to seeing how much better we can get in the next five days,” said Torres.
The band will have a send-off at 8:40 a.m. Saturday with a police escort and they will march at 11:45 a.m. The public is welcome to attend for a $5 admission fee.
Torres is assisted by Robert Frick and Melissa Zamzow, assistant director, and Shawna Torres. The director also sent out his appreciation to the teachers and parents for supporting these band students.
The Pride of the Tribe marching band of Nocona High School also competed at a regional contest Saturday in Wichita Falls. Director Erin Hanson said the band received a pair of second divisions and one first division so they do not advance.
“It was a tough judging panel and although the results were not what we expected, the band represented Nocona very well and performed their best show of the season,” said the director, who also sent out thanks to band supporters.
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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