SCHOOL NEWS
Two more Bowie campuses earn Level 1 High Reliability Schools certification
By BARBARA GREEN
Two more of Bowie Indpendent School District’s campuses have achieved Level 1 certification in the Marzano High Reliability Schools program.
The elementary and high school campuses learned of the award last week following walk-throughs by the evaluators on March 21. They join the junior high which received certification last October. The intermediate school anticipates certification this fall.
This certification means the schools have created a “Safe and Collaborative Culture,” which Marzano Research states is the foundation for every level that follows.
“Without such a culture, student achievement will be compromised. Day-to-day operations are addressed and evaluated in Level 1,” states the Marzano press release.
Christie Walker, director of curriculum in BISD, said she is so proud two more campuses have attained Level 1. Each submitted more than 900 pages of documentation as evidence to support their practices and this certification.
“During their on-site reviews, it was noted that both campuses, as well as the junior high, they also are well on their way to being Level 2 certified, which they expect to attain in 2018-19,” explained Walker.
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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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