🌟 October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! 🌟
Dyslexia is a common learning difference that affects reading, writing, and spelling. It’s important to understand that dyslexia is not related to intelligence; many individuals with dyslexia are highly creative and capable thinkers.
This month, we aim to raise awareness about dyslexia and its impact on individuals and families. Here are some key facts to know:
📚 What is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a neurological condition that makes it challenging to decode written language.
💡 Signs of Dyslexia:
Difficulty reading aloud
Trouble with spelling
Challenges in organizing written work
🤝 How to Support:
Encourage open conversations about learning differences.
Offer patience and understanding.
Explore tailored learning strategies and resources.
The following links provide resources for more information. If you need more information, you can contact your child's teacher or the Dyslexia Specialist on each Bowie ISD campus.
https://www.bowieisd.net/page/dyslexia - BISD Website for information on programs, handbook, and guidelines
https://bit.ly/3A9Uc1Z - Dyslexia for Parents Informational Flyer
The Big Kahuna Fall Fundraiser is almost over! Order packets are now due.
IMPORTANT- fill out envelope completely with student's first and last name, EXACT amount enclosed. TOTALLY the envelope.
Online purchase will continue through Oct. 28th. Students will be able to continue earning prizes until that time.
Student Resource Officer, Paul Magers, will be introducing a new lunchtime program called “Lunch Bunch”. He will select students throughout the week to join him for lunch. This is a fun way to get to know one another while encouraging good citizenship and character while at school and at home.
📢 Attention Parents & Guardians! 📢
Did you know that completing the Low Socio-Economic Form helps our school district receive additional funding and resources? These funds support essential programs and services that benefit ALL students, including:
✅ Free or reduced-price meals
✅ Increase funding for student education and additional staff
✅ Access to academic resources and technology
✅ Discounts for SAT, ACT, and college application fees.
It’s quick, confidential, and important for our community. Even if you think you may not qualify, your participation can still make a difference!
👉 How to complete the form:
Visit https://www.mealappnow.com/hisbow/splash.php to fill out the form online. This online process will only take about 5 minutes and is entirely confidential.
Or you can pick up a paper copy at the school office.
Let’s work together to ensure every student has the tools they need to succeed! This form is much more than free lunches. Please complete by October 23, 2024. 💡✏️ #bowiebuilt
Bowie Elementary School is encouraging families to make healthy and fresh food choices!
#FarmFreshTexas
#FarmFreshChallenge
BES Family,
We are now collecting candy for our our Curriculum Carnival. We would appreciate any contributions! Please send one or two bags (individually wrapped) with your child to school by 10/24/24.
TIA!
October 14-18, 2024, is Digitial Citizenship Week. Throughout the week, students will be taught what it means to be responsible, act appropriately, be safe, and use the digital world to enhance their learning. With technology at students' fingertips 24/7, ensuring they behave appropriately in the digital world is more important than ever. Please join us in talking with your children about this very important topic.
Check out the Common Sense Education Website family resources page, which has grade-appropriate family conversations, tips, and activities you could use at home.
https://www.commonsense.org/.../family-engagement-resources
You can also watch this short video, "What is Digital Citizenship?", to help you start conversations with your children.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbbuLFUSd0A
Bowie ISD will participate in the Farm Fresh Challenge throughout the month of October. The challenge is meant to be a month-long celebration of Texas agriculture and school meals. You will notice social media posts about activities, foods served in our cafeteria, resources, and student learning related to farm-fresh food and its benefits. We encourage you to talk with your children and participate in incorporating Texas-grown foods into your meals at home. #FarmFreshTexas #FarmFreshChallenge
The joy and excitement on the faces of these boys says it all! Our kids love this fundraiser and love earning all the prizes! Cullen and Jameson are first to find the bonus prize keychain! They received apple scented slime! You are welcome mom and dad!
National Night is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make them safer and more caring places to live. The event is tonight at the Montague County Courthouse Square, starting at 6:00 PM.
The fall fundraiser is in full swing!
Make sure you get your student(s) registered tonight! Share with your family and friends to help your child(ren) earn their prizes!
https://bigkahunaprime.net/
School Code 17030
In honor of fallen officer and Bowie ISD Class of 2017 graduate Lex Love, BISD will wear blue on Tuesday, October 8th, as a show of support for his family and all members of law enforcement.
BES October Newsletter
https://secure.smore.com/n/nr1xe
Happy Fall! The October #Bowiebuilt Newsletter is packed with information, events, and updates for our BISD families. https://secure.smore.com/n/bt9dz-bowiebuilt
Please join us in the elementary cafeteria on October 1, 2024 at 4:15pm for our monthly PTO meeting.
REMINDER! Come see how the year is shaping up here at BES! Open House tonight! Bowie Elementary 5:30pm - 6:45pm. There will be a chance to win a gift card!
BES Counselor, Heidi Hamilton will be offering information on BISD's Mentor Program. This is a great way to get involved and make a difference in our children's lives. Please Click below link for much more information!
https://bit.ly/3XRVGXP
Please join us! There will be a chance to win a gift card!
Please join Bowie Elementary PTO for their meeting on Tuesday, October 1. It will be held in the BES cafeteria at 4:15pm.
Texas law now requires school districts to distribute information to parents and guardians about the safe storage of firearms. The attached information will help you learn about options for and how to talk to your child and others about the safe storage of firearms.
Safe gun storage protects our kids, prevents accidents, and keeps our guns out of the hands of criminals. Learn how to safely store firearms by using our Safe Gun Storage checklist and these other resources to talk about gun storage.
https://safegunstoragetexas.com/
