Subject: New Online Meal Payment System for 2025-2026
Dear Parents,
Bowie ISD will be switching to a new online meal payment system for the 2025–2026 school year.
What does this mean for you? If you plan to deposit money into your child’s account for Beverages and/or Smart Snacks, you will need to register with the new system, i3 PaySchools Central.
Please follow the registration instructions provided in the attached flyer to set up your account.
Thank you for your continued support!
Dear Parents,
Bowie ISD will be switching to a new online meal payment system for the 2025–2026 school year.
What does this mean for you? If you plan to deposit money into your child’s account for Beverages and/or Smart Snacks, you will need to register with the new system, i3 PaySchools Central.
Please follow the registration instructions provided in the attached flyer to set up your account.
Thank you for your continued support!
Tonight is the night! We can't wait to see you!!!
Reminders:
The doors will NOT open early. You will be welcomed into the CAFETERIA entrance promptly at 6:00.
(In the past, the best time to arrive seemed to have been around 6:30ish.)
Bring your school supplies while you have help to carry them!
Most will be dropped off in your science teacher's classroom.
Enter through the cafeteria. All schedules will be handed out in the cafeteria.
Help with online registration will also be provided tonight.
No registration = No schedule
Walk your schedule! Map out a plan to make the most of your passing period
using the map provided.
Parking is available in the back of the school (gym parking lot).
Then make your way through the gate to the cafeteria.
Meet the Teacher ends promptly at 7:30, allowing our staff time with family.
Reminders:
The doors will NOT open early. You will be welcomed into the CAFETERIA entrance promptly at 6:00.
(In the past, the best time to arrive seemed to have been around 6:30ish.)
Bring your school supplies while you have help to carry them!
Most will be dropped off in your science teacher's classroom.
Enter through the cafeteria. All schedules will be handed out in the cafeteria.
Help with online registration will also be provided tonight.
No registration = No schedule
Walk your schedule! Map out a plan to make the most of your passing period
using the map provided.
Parking is available in the back of the school (gym parking lot).
Then make your way through the gate to the cafeteria.
Meet the Teacher ends promptly at 7:30, allowing our staff time with family.
Take a moment to join the BJH Parent Organization, PASS and check out the latest spirit gear fundraiser! For more information on joining PASS, see the flyer and use the form connected to the QR code.
PASS is also sponsoring a spirit gear fundraiser. That link is shared here: https://gogandy.com/bowiespiritwearfall25
PASS is also sponsoring a spirit gear fundraiser. That link is shared here: https://gogandy.com/bowiespiritwearfall25
📬 Stay Connected with #BowieBuilt!
Each month, you’ll receive the Bowie ISD digital newsletter — #BowieBuilt — right in your inbox!
It’s important to read through each edition, as it includes:
✅ Key district communication
🎉 Events and celebrations
📅 Opportunities to get involved
🤝 Family and community partnerships
📢 Updates on all the amazing things happening in BISD!
📣 Check out the August edition — it’s packed with everything you need to prepare for the first day of school and stay on top of important back-to-school information:
🔗 View August Newsletter
📲 Download the BISD App to get real-time notifications and stay connected on the go!
Together, we’re #BowieBuilt!
🔗 https://secure.smore.com/n/9x4637-bowiebuilt
Each month, you’ll receive the Bowie ISD digital newsletter — #BowieBuilt — right in your inbox!
It’s important to read through each edition, as it includes:
✅ Key district communication
🎉 Events and celebrations
📅 Opportunities to get involved
🤝 Family and community partnerships
📢 Updates on all the amazing things happening in BISD!
📣 Check out the August edition — it’s packed with everything you need to prepare for the first day of school and stay on top of important back-to-school information:
🔗 View August Newsletter
📲 Download the BISD App to get real-time notifications and stay connected on the go!
Together, we’re #BowieBuilt!
🔗 https://secure.smore.com/n/9x4637-bowiebuilt
📣 Bowie ISD Online Registration for Returning Students!
We need all students to register before Meet the Teacher on Monday, August 1, 2025.
To access the portal, visit bowieisd.net, click “Families” in the top right corner, and select the Ascender Parent Portal link. Please reference an email that you received in July for help with your username. If you’ve forgotten your password, just click “Forgot my password” on the login screen to reset it.
Need help? Our campus registrars will be happy to assist you. Please contact your child’s school directly.
Note: New to Bowie ISD students can visit a campus for a paper registration packet.
We’re excited to kick off the 2025-2026 school year—let’s make it a great one! 🎉
We need all students to register before Meet the Teacher on Monday, August 1, 2025.
To access the portal, visit bowieisd.net, click “Families” in the top right corner, and select the Ascender Parent Portal link. Please reference an email that you received in July for help with your username. If you’ve forgotten your password, just click “Forgot my password” on the login screen to reset it.
Need help? Our campus registrars will be happy to assist you. Please contact your child’s school directly.
Note: New to Bowie ISD students can visit a campus for a paper registration packet.
We’re excited to kick off the 2025-2026 school year—let’s make it a great one! 🎉
📌 Save These for Future Reference!
Here are two important images you'll want to keep handy:
🗓️ The 2025–2026 Instructional Calendar – Stay informed about school days, holidays, breaks, and grade reporting periods.
⏰ Campus Start/Stop Times – Find out when your campus opens and the exact time classes begin and end.
💡 Helpful Tip: Buildings open before the first bell — arriving early means your student can enjoy a free, balanced breakfast to start the day strong!
🚨 Reminder: Students will be marked tardy if they are not in class when the first bell rings. Please plan accordingly. #BowieBuilt
Here are two important images you'll want to keep handy:
🗓️ The 2025–2026 Instructional Calendar – Stay informed about school days, holidays, breaks, and grade reporting periods.
⏰ Campus Start/Stop Times – Find out when your campus opens and the exact time classes begin and end.
💡 Helpful Tip: Buildings open before the first bell — arriving early means your student can enjoy a free, balanced breakfast to start the day strong!
🚨 Reminder: Students will be marked tardy if they are not in class when the first bell rings. Please plan accordingly. #BowieBuilt
Student Code of Conduct
Bowie ISD is committed to transparency and consistency in student expectations and disciplinary procedures. Please take a moment to review the board-approved resources for the 2025–2026 school year.
📖 Additional information can be found on the Bowie ISD website:
✅ BISD Student Code of Conduct – https://5il.co/1sqgy
✅ BISD Discipline Matrix – https://www.bowieisd.net/o/bisd/page/campus-behavior-coordinators
📘 2025–2026 BISD Student Handbook & Campus Addendums Available
As we prepare for a great school year, we encourage all parents and students to review the Bowie ISD Student Handbook, along with the campus-specific student handbook addendums, now available online.
This important guide outlines key district policies, parental rights, and expectations to help ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for all.
The handbook includes:
🔹 Section One: Parental Rights (based on state and federal law)
🔹 Section Two: Other Important Information for Parents and Students (organized A–Z)
📌 Campus Handbook Addendums are also included on the same page.
Please remember, the handbook is a general guide and does not replace official BISD policy or the Student Code of Conduct.
📎 View the handbook and campus addendums here: https://www.bowieisd.net/o/bisd/page/bisd-student-handbooks
Let’s make it a great 2025–2026 school year together! 💜📚 #BowieBuilt #
As we prepare for a great school year, we encourage all parents and students to review the Bowie ISD Student Handbook, along with the campus-specific student handbook addendums, now available online.
This important guide outlines key district policies, parental rights, and expectations to help ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for all.
The handbook includes:
🔹 Section One: Parental Rights (based on state and federal law)
🔹 Section Two: Other Important Information for Parents and Students (organized A–Z)
📌 Campus Handbook Addendums are also included on the same page.
Please remember, the handbook is a general guide and does not replace official BISD policy or the Student Code of Conduct.
📎 View the handbook and campus addendums here: https://www.bowieisd.net/o/bisd/page/bisd-student-handbooks
Let’s make it a great 2025–2026 school year together! 💜📚 #BowieBuilt #
📣 REMINDER: First Substitute Training Session is THIS WEEK!
Are you signed up to sub for Bowie ISD this school year? Don’t forget — the first face-to-face substitute training session is happening this week!
✅ All new and returning substitutes must attend one session
✅ Check the flyer for available dates
✅ Register using the Google Form - https://bit.ly/bisdsub
✅ Once you attend and have your paperwork completed, you’ll be activated as a sub for the 2025–2026 school year
🗓️ Even if you are thinking you might be interested in substituting during the 25-26 school year, you can attend the training first and then do your paperwork and application later.
💙 Your support makes a difference every day.
Are you signed up to sub for Bowie ISD this school year? Don’t forget — the first face-to-face substitute training session is happening this week!
✅ All new and returning substitutes must attend one session
✅ Check the flyer for available dates
✅ Register using the Google Form - https://bit.ly/bisdsub
✅ Once you attend and have your paperwork completed, you’ll be activated as a sub for the 2025–2026 school year
🗓️ Even if you are thinking you might be interested in substituting during the 25-26 school year, you can attend the training first and then do your paperwork and application later.
💙 Your support makes a difference every day.
📚 Meet the Teacher 2025 – Important Reminder! ✏️
Before attending Meet the Teacher, please make sure you’ve completed registration:
✅ Returning Students:
Online registration must be completed prior to Meet the Teacher in order to receive your class schedule.
📝 New to Bowie ISD?
Please stop by your child’s campus to complete in-person registration using our paper packet.
We can’t wait to welcome our students and families back for a great year! 💜💛
#BowieBuilt #MeetTheTeacher2025
Before attending Meet the Teacher, please make sure you’ve completed registration:
✅ Returning Students:
Online registration must be completed prior to Meet the Teacher in order to receive your class schedule.
📝 New to Bowie ISD?
Please stop by your child’s campus to complete in-person registration using our paper packet.
We can’t wait to welcome our students and families back for a great year! 💜💛
#BowieBuilt #MeetTheTeacher2025
📵 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
BJH Pass is selling fabulous merch! These spirit gear items are available to BISD staff members, students, parents, and community members. Get yours now!
Thank you in advance for supporting Bowie Junior High School's PASS Organization!
https://gogandy.com/bowiespiritwearfall25
Thank you in advance for supporting Bowie Junior High School's PASS Organization!
https://gogandy.com/bowiespiritwearfall25
📣 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
📚✏️ 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
📌 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
Yes, I'm aware we haven't even celebrated the Fourth of July yet, but some of you have started thinking about school supplies. Please know that we understand school supplies are expensive, especially for multiple students. If your family is having trouble with providing supplies, please focus primarily on having a zippered binder for your child to carry from class to class. That item is one of the most important elements for junior high organization. Also, don't forget there will be a back to school bash on July 26 to help with supplies as well.
Enjoy the rest of your summer!
