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🌞 As the weather warms up and shorts start to make their way back into our wardrobes, let's remember to keep the BISD dress code in mind when choosing our outfits for school. 👚👖

Take a moment to check the BISD Dress Code visual and make sure the shaded blue area is covered: ✅ Shorts and skirts use the index card length ✅ Shirts should cover the shaded blue area (no midriff showing and shoulders should be covered)

Stay mindful when purchasing clothes and when your children leave each day for school. Let’s make this a great second semester! 🌟

Student Handbook and campus addendums regarding expectations for dress code.BISD Student Handbook Link - https://www.bowieisd.net/o/bisd/page/bisd-student-handbooks

It is this time of the year we all need a reminder of expectations to be in compliance with HB 1481 where students will not be allowed to use personal communication devices (like phones, smartwatches, and personal tablets) during the instructional day from the first bell to the last bell.

• Devices must be powered off and stored out of sight.
• Devices may not be used in hallways, restrooms, classrooms, or the cafeteria.
• Violation Consequences Begin the 2nd Week of School
• If you need to reach your child? Please call the front office—we’re here to help!

The full Personal Communication Device Policy and Questions & Answers can be viewed at - https://bit.ly/BISDphone

This policy is also in the Campus Student Handbook Addendums- https://www.bowieisd.net/o/bisd/page/bisd-student-handbooks

Bowie ISD is committed to transparency and consistency in student expectations and disciplinary procedures. The spring is always a good time as a parent to remind students of behavior and consequences.

📖 Additional information can be found on the Bowie ISD website:

✅ Student Code of Conduct – https://5il.co/1sqgy
✅ Discipline Matrix –https://www.bowieisd.net/o/bisd/page/campus-behavior-coordinators

March 2-5, 2026 is Read Across America Week for Bowie ISD. We celebrate Read Across America to foster a lifelong love of reading in children, promote literacy, and build community by bringing kids, educators, and families together around books, timed with Dr. Seuss's birthday (March 2nd) to create excitement, emphasize diverse stories, and remind everyone of reading's power for learning, empathy, and critical thinking.Take time to read to your child or encourage them to read a book. There are so many benefits to hearing others read aloud to them.

BISD is having theme days and BES will be having guest readers from the community read to classes and promote healthy reading habits. If you would like to read to the class, contact the front office at BES.

Our school has adopted The “I Love U Guys” Foundation’s Standard Response Protocol (SRP). This month we would like to explain one of the 5 protocols we have in BISD.

SHELTER

In the event of a SHELTER the following protocol is in place on all campuses.

“State Hazard and Safety Strategy”

Hazards might include:

• Tornado
• Hazmat
• Earthquake
• Tsunami

Safety Strategies might include:

• Evacuate to shelter area
• Seal the room
• Drop, cover and hold
• Get to high ground

Students are trained in:

• Appropriate Hazards and Safety Strategies

Adults and staff are trained in:

• Appropriate Hazards and Safety Strategies
• Accounting for students and adults
• Report injuries or problems using Red Card/Green Card method and Navigate App.

⛈️ Bad weather days are scheduled for April 16, with one additional day banked through excess minutes beyond the required 75,600 instructional minutes

Thank you to everyone who provided feedback. Your input helps us shape the best possible schedule for our students and staff. 📚✨ #Bowiebuilt

26-27 Instructional Calendar PDF

Jackrabbit Preview is one of the most important events for our incoming freshmen and their families!

This mandatory meeting for all current 8th graders 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 opportunities, and ways to stay involved throughout your high school journey.

This is an event you need to put on your calendar now!

Join us for the BHS Jackrabbit Preview on April 6 — a must-attend event for incoming freshmen and their families.

Why Attend?

• 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

Important: Parents must sign their child’s graduation plan before a class schedule can be issued in August. Don’t wait until the last minute!

Bowie ISD proudly recognizes Mrs. Christina Jackson for her well-deserved recognition at the 30th Annual Jack Harvey Awards. This prestigious award honors exemplary educators who demonstrate outstanding dedication and impact in their schools and communities.

Mrs. Jackson, a third-grade teacher at Bowie Intermediate School, exemplifies excellence in education. She is a leader among her peers, consistently bringing creativity and innovation into her classroom. Her ability to make literature come alive fosters a love of learning in her students and creates meaningful, lasting educational experiences.

Bowie ISD is grateful for Mrs. Jackson’s commitment to student success and for the positive influence she has on Bowie Intermediate and the district as a whole. Congratulations to Mrs. Jackson on this outstanding achievement.