SCHOOL NEWS
Montague ISD to present targeted improvement plan
By BARBARA GREEN
editor@bowienewsonline.com
Montague Independent School District will conduct a public hearing at 6 p.m. on Oct. 21 to discuss the 2019 accountability rating and targeted improvement plan.
This hearing will be in conjunction with the district’s regular board meeting. This was MISD’s first year to receive a “letter grade” report card from the state. The overall rating was a C with an overall score of 75 points. However, in reviewing the three domains that are scored the districts received a C-77 points in student achievement, a D-69 points in school progress and a C-70 in closing gaps.
The Texas Education Agency states when schools receive D ratings in the state accountability system, different performance results trigger different interventions under state and federal law.
For campuses that received a D in a domain, but an overall rating of C or higher, improvement plans must be developed and approved by the board, but are not submitted to the TEA.
For campuses that received an overall D rating, campuses are required to develop a targeted improvement plan using a template developed by TEA. These plans must be approved by the board , but are not submitted to TEA.
Read the full story in the weekend Bowie News.
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.
SCHOOL NEWS
Jackrabbit Preview on April 6
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.
SCHOOL NEWS
The Bowie Bands Cake Spin drew a big crowd
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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