📵 NEW! Bowie ISD Personal Communication Device Policy 📵
Starting this school year, in compliance with HB 1481, 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.
📚 Instructional time = distraction-free learning! There are many benefits to this new policy.
🚨 Violation Consequences Begin the 2nd Week of School
1st Offense: Confiscation – Student pick-up
2nd Offense: Confiscation – Parent pick-up + 1 day ISS
3rd Offense: Confiscation – Parent pick-up + storage plan + 3 days ISS
Further offenses may result in DAEP placement.
🔒 We encourage students to store devices in lockers, backpacks or leave devices at home.
☎️ Need to reach your child? Please call the front office—we’re here to help!
🏥 Exceptions apply for IEP/504 plans, medical needs, or safety requirements.
The full BISD Personal Communication Device Policy and Questions & Answers can be viewed at - https://bit.ly/BISDphone
Let’s work together to ensure our students stay focused, safe, and successful this school year! #BowieBuilt #FocusedOnLearning #NoPhoneZone
📣 Bowie ISD Online Registration Now Open for Returning Students!
Returning student guardians should have received an email with details about the Ascender Parent Portal, including your username. If you’ve forgotten your password, just click “Forgot my password” on the login screen to reset it.
To access the portal, visit bowieisd.net, click “Families” in the top right corner, and select the Ascender Parent Portal link.
Need help? Our campus registrars will be happy to assist you beginning July 16th. Please contact your child’s school directly.
We’re excited to kick off the 2025-2026 school year—let’s make it a great one! 🎉
#BowieBuilt #BackToSchool
Returning student guardians should have received an email with details about the Ascender Parent Portal, including your username. If you’ve forgotten your password, just click “Forgot my password” on the login screen to reset it.
To access the portal, visit bowieisd.net, click “Families” in the top right corner, and select the Ascender Parent Portal link.
Need help? Our campus registrars will be happy to assist you beginning July 16th. Please contact your child’s school directly.
We’re excited to kick off the 2025-2026 school year—let’s make it a great one! 🎉
#BowieBuilt #BackToSchool
WELCOME HOME TO BOWIE ISD, Mrs. Cassidy Stewart!!
Mrs. Stewart will be joining Bowie Elementary School as a First Grade teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.
We had a few minutes to sit down and talk with Mrs. Stewart and here is what we learned about our new family member.
Where did you attend college and what degrees and/or certificates do you hold?
I attended college at West Texas A&M University where I received my Bachelors Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies
How long have you been in education? I have seven years of experience in education.
Tell us a little about your previous experience. My teaching experience includes three years at the elementary level, followed by four years teaching middle school science.
What would you like to share about your family? My husband, Remy, and I have been married for a little over a year, and we share our home with our two beloved dogs, Domino and Luna.
Would you like to share a fun fact? I'm the youngest of five, night owl by nature, and an amateur dog breed expert.
What do you enjoy outside of work? In my free time, I enjoy reading and listening to audiobooks, and I have a growing collection of houseplants I love -- even if I can't always keep up with them.
Can you tell us why you CHOSE BOWIE? I chose Bowie ISD because of its strong sense of community, commitment to student growth, and supportive learning environment. I felt genuinely welcomed and excited to be part of a team that values both excellence in education and meaningful relationships.
Again, WELCOME HOME MRS. STEWART!! We are excited to have you join us at BOWIE ISD!!
Mrs. Stewart will be joining Bowie Elementary School as a First Grade teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.
We had a few minutes to sit down and talk with Mrs. Stewart and here is what we learned about our new family member.
Where did you attend college and what degrees and/or certificates do you hold?
I attended college at West Texas A&M University where I received my Bachelors Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies
How long have you been in education? I have seven years of experience in education.
Tell us a little about your previous experience. My teaching experience includes three years at the elementary level, followed by four years teaching middle school science.
What would you like to share about your family? My husband, Remy, and I have been married for a little over a year, and we share our home with our two beloved dogs, Domino and Luna.
Would you like to share a fun fact? I'm the youngest of five, night owl by nature, and an amateur dog breed expert.
What do you enjoy outside of work? In my free time, I enjoy reading and listening to audiobooks, and I have a growing collection of houseplants I love -- even if I can't always keep up with them.
Can you tell us why you CHOSE BOWIE? I chose Bowie ISD because of its strong sense of community, commitment to student growth, and supportive learning environment. I felt genuinely welcomed and excited to be part of a team that values both excellence in education and meaningful relationships.
Again, WELCOME HOME MRS. STEWART!! We are excited to have you join us at BOWIE ISD!!
Same Faces…. Different Places!!
WELCOME TO YOUR NEW ROLE AT BOWIE ISD, Mrs Brooke Wilson!!
Mrs. Wilson will be joining Bowie Elementary School as a Special Education teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.
We had a few minutes to sit down and talk with Mrs. Wilson and here is what we learned about our new family member.
Where did you attend college and what degrees and/or certificates do you hold? I attended college at WGU. I received my Bachelors in Educational Studies in Elementary Education. I am currently participating in the iTeach program.
How long have you been in education? I will be going into my fifth year in education.
Tell us a little about your previous experience. 3 years at BES as a Pre-K Paraprofessional and 1 year at BES in Special Education as a Paraprofessional.
What would you like to share about your family? I am married with 5 children, 4 grandchildren, and 2 dogs. My husband graduated from Bowie High School in 1995. Our older children graduated from BHS, and our youngest will graduate in 2034. We enjoy doing things together and having fun.
Would you like to share a fun fact? I love to roller skate.
What do you enjoy outside of work? We enjoy doing things together such as swimming, fishing, golfing, and cooking out.
Can you tell us why you CHOSE BOWIE? I chose BISD because of the people I worked with as a Paraprofessional and because of the caring and dedicated teachers our children have had, and currently have in the district. At Bowie Elementary, your colleagues are your family. People are willing to go above and beyond. BES is a warm, welcoming place for employment and for your child to attend.
Again, CONGRATS ON YOUR NEW ROLE MRS WILSON!! We are excited for your new venture with BISD!
WELCOME TO YOUR NEW ROLE AT BOWIE ISD, Mrs Brooke Wilson!!
Mrs. Wilson will be joining Bowie Elementary School as a Special Education teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.
We had a few minutes to sit down and talk with Mrs. Wilson and here is what we learned about our new family member.
Where did you attend college and what degrees and/or certificates do you hold? I attended college at WGU. I received my Bachelors in Educational Studies in Elementary Education. I am currently participating in the iTeach program.
How long have you been in education? I will be going into my fifth year in education.
Tell us a little about your previous experience. 3 years at BES as a Pre-K Paraprofessional and 1 year at BES in Special Education as a Paraprofessional.
What would you like to share about your family? I am married with 5 children, 4 grandchildren, and 2 dogs. My husband graduated from Bowie High School in 1995. Our older children graduated from BHS, and our youngest will graduate in 2034. We enjoy doing things together and having fun.
Would you like to share a fun fact? I love to roller skate.
What do you enjoy outside of work? We enjoy doing things together such as swimming, fishing, golfing, and cooking out.
Can you tell us why you CHOSE BOWIE? I chose BISD because of the people I worked with as a Paraprofessional and because of the caring and dedicated teachers our children have had, and currently have in the district. At Bowie Elementary, your colleagues are your family. People are willing to go above and beyond. BES is a warm, welcoming place for employment and for your child to attend.
Again, CONGRATS ON YOUR NEW ROLE MRS WILSON!! We are excited for your new venture with BISD!
📚✏️ Back-to-School Supply Info! 🎒🖍️
School supply lists for Pre-K through 8th grade are ready! You can find them in the shared folder at the link below 👇
📂 https://bit.ly/4nyq0S2
For secondary students (9th–12th grade), teachers will provide specific supply needs at Meet the Teacher Night. In the meantime, it’s a good idea to grab a few basics like:
✔️ Lined paper
✔️ Pencils & pens
✔️ Folders or three-ring binders
✔️ Teachers would appreciate disinfecting wipes and Kleenex
Let’s get prepped for a great 2025–2026 school year! 💙 #BackToSchool #BowieBuilt
School supply lists for Pre-K through 8th grade are ready! You can find them in the shared folder at the link below 👇
📂 https://bit.ly/4nyq0S2
For secondary students (9th–12th grade), teachers will provide specific supply needs at Meet the Teacher Night. In the meantime, it’s a good idea to grab a few basics like:
✔️ Lined paper
✔️ Pencils & pens
✔️ Folders or three-ring binders
✔️ Teachers would appreciate disinfecting wipes and Kleenex
Let’s get prepped for a great 2025–2026 school year! 💙 #BackToSchool #BowieBuilt
📚✏️ Back-to-School Supply Info! 🎒🖍️
School supply lists for Pre-K through 5th grade are ready! You can find them in the shared folder at the link below 👇
📂 https://bit.ly/4nyq0S2
For secondary students (6th–12th grade), teachers will provide specific supply needs at Meet the Teacher Night. In the meantime, it’s a good idea to grab a few basics like:
✔️ Grades 6-8 need a large cloth binder
✔️ Lined paper
✔️ Pencils & pens
✔️ Folders or binders
✔️ Teachers would appreciate disinfecting wipes and Kleenex
Let’s get prepped for a great 2025–2026 school year! 💙 #BackToSchool #BowieBuilt
School supply lists for Pre-K through 5th grade are ready! You can find them in the shared folder at the link below 👇
📂 https://bit.ly/4nyq0S2
For secondary students (6th–12th grade), teachers will provide specific supply needs at Meet the Teacher Night. In the meantime, it’s a good idea to grab a few basics like:
✔️ Grades 6-8 need a large cloth binder
✔️ Lined paper
✔️ Pencils & pens
✔️ Folders or binders
✔️ Teachers would appreciate disinfecting wipes and Kleenex
Let’s get prepped for a great 2025–2026 school year! 💙 #BackToSchool #BowieBuilt
Proudly introducing, Mrs. Wheeler, as Bowie Elementary School Principal.
📌 Bowie ISD Dress for Success Reminder
As you begin your Back-to-School shopping, we want to make sure you're informed and prepared for a great start to the year!
📏 What's New?
This year, we’re simplifying skirt and short length expectations using a standard 3x5 index card. The top of the card will be placed at the top of the knee, and garments must extend to the top of the card (approx. 5 inches above the knee).
👕 There are minimal changes to the dress code otherwise, and the full details will be included in the campus-specific handbook addendums to be approved at the July 21, 2025, School Board Meeting. Once approved they will be available on our website. https://www.bowieisd.net/o/bisd/page/bisd-student-handbooks
🗓️ We wanted to share this now so families can shop confidently and ensure dress code compliance from the very first day of school, which is August 6, 2025.
📎 Please refer to the graphic below and consult your campus handbook once available for more detailed guidance.
As you begin your Back-to-School shopping, we want to make sure you're informed and prepared for a great start to the year!
📏 What's New?
This year, we’re simplifying skirt and short length expectations using a standard 3x5 index card. The top of the card will be placed at the top of the knee, and garments must extend to the top of the card (approx. 5 inches above the knee).
👕 There are minimal changes to the dress code otherwise, and the full details will be included in the campus-specific handbook addendums to be approved at the July 21, 2025, School Board Meeting. Once approved they will be available on our website. https://www.bowieisd.net/o/bisd/page/bisd-student-handbooks
🗓️ We wanted to share this now so families can shop confidently and ensure dress code compliance from the very first day of school, which is August 6, 2025.
📎 Please refer to the graphic below and consult your campus handbook once available for more detailed guidance.
🚨📱 New Texas Student Cell Phone Law 📱🚨
A new state law will impact student cell phone use starting in the 2025–2026 school year.
📜 Texas House Bill 1481, signed by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025, includes the following key requirements:
⭐ Students may not use cell phones inside school buildings during instructional hours.
⭐ All Texas public school districts and open-enrollment charter schools must adopt and enforce policies to comply.
⭐ This includes devices such as cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, radio devices, paging devices, or any other electronic device capable of telecommunication or digital communication.
📌 Bowie ISD is currently awaiting further guidance from the Texas Education Agency regarding expectations and enforcement procedures.
Last year, BISD implemented several measures to limit cell phone use during instructional time. We are now reviewing how to align this new law with our existing processes.
As we prepare to implement this law, we respectfully request the support and understanding of our community. School districts are responsible for upholding all laws passed by our elected officials. We also ask for your grace and patience as we navigate this transition, and encourage everyone to look for the benefits this change may bring to student learning.
Thank you for partnering with us to create the best possible learning environment for our students! #Bowiebuilt
A new state law will impact student cell phone use starting in the 2025–2026 school year.
📜 Texas House Bill 1481, signed by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025, includes the following key requirements:
⭐ Students may not use cell phones inside school buildings during instructional hours.
⭐ All Texas public school districts and open-enrollment charter schools must adopt and enforce policies to comply.
⭐ This includes devices such as cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, radio devices, paging devices, or any other electronic device capable of telecommunication or digital communication.
📌 Bowie ISD is currently awaiting further guidance from the Texas Education Agency regarding expectations and enforcement procedures.
Last year, BISD implemented several measures to limit cell phone use during instructional time. We are now reviewing how to align this new law with our existing processes.
As we prepare to implement this law, we respectfully request the support and understanding of our community. School districts are responsible for upholding all laws passed by our elected officials. We also ask for your grace and patience as we navigate this transition, and encourage everyone to look for the benefits this change may bring to student learning.
Thank you for partnering with us to create the best possible learning environment for our students! #Bowiebuilt
📚 SUBSTITUTES NEEDED at Bowie ISD!
🗓️ As we prepare for the 2025–2026 school year, we’re looking for dependable and compassionate individuals to join our team as substitute teachers. Whether you’re available daily or once a week, YOU can make an impact on our students.
📌 Face-to-face training is required for all new and returning substitutes
📌 Choose one session listed on the flyer
📌 Register using the Google Form - https:/ /bit.ly/bisdsub
📌 After attending training, you'll become an active substitute for the 25–26 school year
📌 No teaching certificate required
📌 Flexible schedule
📌 All campuses and grade levels
📌 Make a difference in your community
📲 Visit our website @ https://www.bowieisd.net/page/substitute-teachers or contact the BISD Central Admin office @ 940.872.1151 for more info!
PDF of the Substitute Flyer - https://bit.ly/4nCsCyv
🗓️ As we prepare for the 2025–2026 school year, we’re looking for dependable and compassionate individuals to join our team as substitute teachers. Whether you’re available daily or once a week, YOU can make an impact on our students.
📌 Face-to-face training is required for all new and returning substitutes
📌 Choose one session listed on the flyer
📌 Register using the Google Form - https:/ /bit.ly/bisdsub
📌 After attending training, you'll become an active substitute for the 25–26 school year
📌 No teaching certificate required
📌 Flexible schedule
📌 All campuses and grade levels
📌 Make a difference in your community
📲 Visit our website @ https://www.bowieisd.net/page/substitute-teachers or contact the BISD Central Admin office @ 940.872.1151 for more info!
PDF of the Substitute Flyer - https://bit.ly/4nCsCyv
Transportation Planning Form
Please complete this form for your child for the upcoming school year. The information provided will help our Transportation Department begin planning bus routes in advance.
Important: This form does NOT replace the official Transportation Form.
Returning students will complete the official form during online registration.
New students to Bowie ISD will complete the official form in the paper registration packet.
🚍 Need help or have questions?
Our Transportation Department will be available at the Back to School Bash on July 26th to answer any transportation-related questions. Alternatively, you can contact Cory Hickey at 940.689.2949.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us prepare for a smooth start to the school year!
https://forms.gle/7hV1kqBwTJSXRbHx6
Please complete this form for your child for the upcoming school year. The information provided will help our Transportation Department begin planning bus routes in advance.
Important: This form does NOT replace the official Transportation Form.
Returning students will complete the official form during online registration.
New students to Bowie ISD will complete the official form in the paper registration packet.
🚍 Need help or have questions?
Our Transportation Department will be available at the Back to School Bash on July 26th to answer any transportation-related questions. Alternatively, you can contact Cory Hickey at 940.689.2949.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us prepare for a smooth start to the school year!
https://forms.gle/7hV1kqBwTJSXRbHx6
Bowie ISD Families – Save the Dates for the 2025–2026 School Year!
We’re gearing up for a great school year, and we want to make sure your family is ready! Please mark your calendars with these important dates for student registration, Back to School events, and the first day of school.
🗓 Online registration for returning students opens July 14.
📦 New student registration begins July 16 with packet pickup at campus front offices.
💻 Need help? Online enrollment support is available July 16–29, Monday–Thursday, 8:00–4:00 at each campus.
🎉 Back to School Bash – July 26, 9:00–11:00 AM at BHS Cafeteria – free supplies, haircuts, and more!
👋 Meet the Teacher – August 4 at BES, BIS, BJH & BHS – times vary by campus.
📚 First Day of School – August 6!
Be sure your student is up to date on required vaccinations before the first day.
📅 Check out the 2025–2026 calendar here: https://bit.ly/4kQPVT8
💉 Get vaccination info here: https://bit.ly/3Tym31Y
Let’s make it a great year, #BowieBuilt strong!
🚨 Important Vaccination Information for the 2025-2026 School Year 🚨
As we prepare for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year, now is the perfect time to review your child’s immunization records.
Texas State Law requires all students to have updated vaccination records or a valid exemption on file before the first day of school.
✔️ If your child is fully vaccinated or has a current exemption (expires every two years) already on file with the school nurse — No action is needed!
❗ If your child needs vaccinations or you have not submitted updated records, we encourage you to take care of this over the summer to avoid any delays in enrollment.
📄 Not sure what vaccines are required for your child’s grade level?
Please review the attached PDF below for detailed immunization requirements by grade level.
Vaccination Information for Bowie ISD - https://bit.ly/3Tym31Y
📋 Vaccine records or exemption waivers can be submitted:
📧 Email: kelli.davis@bowieisd.net
📠 Fax: (940) 689-2865 – Attn: School Nurse
📬 Mail: 501 E. Tarrant St, Bowie, TX 76230 – Attn: School Nurse
🏫 In Person: Drop off at the campus front office
Celebrating Our 2024-2025 Staff Award Winners 🎉🍳
As we closed out the school year, our annual Staff Awards Breakfast was a time of joy, reflection, and celebration. We honored those retiring, recognized the incredible efforts of our campus Unsung Heroes and Teachers of the Year, and proudly announced our District Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year and Martin Award winner.
🏆 District-Level Honorees
✨ Elementary Teacher of the Year: Brittainy Holland
✨ Secondary Teacher of the Year: Julie Harner
✨ Martin Award Winner: Savannah Donahue
📍 Campus Recognitions
Bowie Elementary
🌟 Teacher of the Year: Brittainy Holland
🌟 Unsung Hero: Vicki Raines
Bowie Intermediate
🌟 Teacher of the Year: Brianna Hawkins
🌟 Unsung Hero: Carla Skinner
Bowie Junior High
🌟 Teacher of the Year: Mary Wilhite
🌟 Unsung Hero: Laci Fugett
Bowie High School
🌟 Teacher of the Year: Julie Harner
🌟 Unsung Hero: Rhonda Pierce
This event is always a reminder of how lucky we are to have such passionate, dedicated people serving our students and community.
The end of the year brings joy, gratitude, a few bittersweet goodbyes, and the well-deserved rest that gets us ready for another amazing school year. #BowieBuilt
Taking a moment to celebrate our 2025 Bowie ISD District Teachers of the Year. Congratulations to our district secondary teacher, Bowie High School special education teacher Julie Harner, and our district elementary teacher, Bowie Elementary 2nd grade teacher Brittainy Holland. Thank you for your talents, your dedication to your students and your campus, and for the excellence you demonstrate every day!
Thank you to our community sponsors for making our teachers of the year feel special! Thanks to Dos Chiles, Spicy Mexico, Walmart, Trilogy, Kimber Creek, Mi Capricho, Longhorn Cafe, Jacksboro National Bank, Brookshires, and Chicken Express!
It's great to be a Jackrabbit! #Bowiebuilt
Mark your calendars! The Bowie ISD Back to School Bash is set for Saturday, July 26, 2025. If you are interested in making a donation, volunteering, or setting up a booth, please contact Tabatha Jones at tabatha.jones@bowieisd.net.
Enjoy a free breakfast and lunch for the next 2 weeks at the BHS cafeteria! #bowiebuilt #summerfeedingprogram
Thank You for a Wonderful 2024–2025 School Year!
We are grateful for an incredible year and appreciate the support of our students, staff, and families. As we head into summer, we wish everyone a safe, restful, and enjoyable break!
As we begin preparations for the 2025–2026 school year, please note that we will be operating under the following summer hours:
We’re thrilled to announce that Brookshire Grocery Company has selected Bowie ISD to participate in their brand-new Teacher of the Season recognition program! Through this initiative, one exceptional educator each season will be honored for their dedication and impact—with a $100 Brookshire’s Gift Card and an in-store photo display at our local Brookshire’s in Bowie, TX.
🎉 Our very first Teacher of the Season honoree is none other than Ashley Payne! 🎉
Ashley has been recognized for her unwavering dedication to BES, her willingness to learn, and her constant drive to push both her students and colleagues toward personal growth. Her passion and commitment embody the very best of Bowie ISD!
A huge thank you to Store Director Jeffery Stansbury and the Brookshire’s team for supporting our educators and celebrating their incredible work.
#Bowiebuilt #TeacherOfTheSeason
Kindergarten graduation is at 6:00 pm at the JR. HIGH. Please have your kindergartener there around 5:45 pm. Reminder: no hats or bows in the hair. They will be wearing a graduation cap. No helium-filled balloons or smoke machines will be allowed in the auditorium. See you soon!