SCHOOL NEWS
Bowie Intermediate readies STEAM Night
The staff of Bowie Intermediate School presents STEAM Night: A Celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math, Featuring Interactive Black Light Art Installation on Nov. 14.
Science teacher Stella Fowler said they are excited to announce the upcoming STEAM Night from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 14. This engaging and educational event will not only feature special guest presenters from the region who will share their expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, but also will showcase an interactive black light art installation titled “Geodes, Gems, and Giraffes.” This mesmerizing installation has been created under the artistic direction of art teacher Addie Enlow and intermediate students.
STEAM Night at Bowie Intermediate is designed to captivate the imagination and inspire creativity in students from grades three to five. Families and community members are invited to participate in this free event, where the focus is on interactive learning, innovation and fun.
Explore the creativity and innovation of Bowie Intermediate’s students as they proudly display their STEAM-related projects, showcasing their dedication and ingenuity.
Teachers expressed their enthusiasm about the event, stating, “STEAM Night is a celebration of curiosity and creativity. We are thrilled to showcase the talents of our students and provide a platform for them to explore the wonders of STEAM fields. The interactive black light art installation is a testament to the creativity of our students and the dedication of our teachers. We invite everyone to join us for an evening filled with inspiration and discovery.”
For more information contact 5th grade science teachers, Stella Fowler at stella.fowler@bowieisd.net or April Tipton at april.tipton@bowieisd.net
SCHOOL NEWS
Gold-Burg grad serving NASA internship
By Andy Newberry, MSU Texas
Midwestern State University junior Rykir Evans is not only building his skills during a NASA internship—he’s creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Evans has been a remote student at MSU Texas this semester while completing the internship. During that time, he had the opportunity to meet American naval aviator and NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman, as well as NASA Chief Flight Director Gene Kranz.
“It definitely has been an amazing experience thus far, and meeting all of the super inspirational figures in flesh and blood was definitely surreal,” Evans said.
Read the full story in Thursday’s Bowie News.
(Top photo) Rykir Evans had a chance meeting with Reid Wiseman NASA astronaut and commander of the Artemis II lunar fly-by mission. He also met famed NASA chief flight director Gene Kranz, who directed the first lunar landing mission, Apollo 11.

SCHOOL NEWS
Chamber music concert May 18
Join the Bowie High School Band for a chamber music concert featuring state solo/ensemble qualifiers at 6 p.m. on May 18 in the junior high auditorium.
This concert is an opportunity for these state qualifiers to showcase all their hard work, talent and dedication. It also is their final change to take the state to build confidence and shake off those last minute nerves before heading to state competition.
SCHOOL NEWS
BISD trustees meet April 20
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.
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