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The student news site of James Bowie High School

The Dispatch

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The Dispatch

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TO NEVERLAND: During rehearsal for Peter Pan, director Madigan Pound leads her actors through warm-ups and a brief snack.

Buzzing bugs battle in Bowie

Gracie Ruland, Dispatch Reporter December 2, 2024

Bug infestations have been a problem at Bowie for many years, and there has yet to be a reliable solution to fix this problem. These rampant insects are impacting students, teachers, and many other people...

Brandon Beeler and Bubba Infante dressed up as Nick Wilde, from Zootopia and Jesus, for Halloween.  These two friends show their Halloween spirit with their creative costumes.

Halloween costumes treat the halls of Bowie

Ava Weaver, Dispatch Reporter October 31, 2024

Halloween at Bowie allows students to dress up for school in costume, as long as the outfit is in dress code. From staff, to students, to teachers, colorful and creative costumes are always in sight. “I...

Running out of space

Running out of space

Andrew Covert, Dispatch Reporter October 10, 2024

Before the school year starts parking passes go up for sale, with seniors boasting the highest attendance getting access to them first, and then juniors gaining access. No sophomores or freshmen are eligible...

Students leave their bus in the afternoon after sitting through a stuffy, crowded, and long bus ride. 
“The new bus system is a big inconvenience. I had to ride the short bus today, so I got home an hour late,” sophomore Hannah Fellers said.

Late and crowded buses cause student and faculty response

Alice Goss, Reporter September 11, 2024

A bell rings, and morning announcements play. Students gather in their classes, ready to start another day of learning. However, many students stay stuck on their buses, late to class as their bus was...

On January 25, 2024 the district appointed Matias Segura as the new superintendent of the Austin Independent School District.

New superintendent named by the district

Katie Grumet, Dispatch Reporter February 28, 2024

On January 25, 2024, Superintendent Matias Segura was unanimously appointed as Austin Independent School District's (AISD) permanent superintendent. Segura had been serving as interim superintendent since...

UP THE FIELD: Senior attacking midfielder Jake Cicarello, runs to the ball up the field.  Cicarello secured his second hat trick of the season this game

Bowie men’s soccer triumphs with convincing win against the Maroons

Cooper Ceniceros-Fike, Dispatch Reporter February 26, 2024

Bowie men’s soccer extended their impressive win streak with a commanding 3-0 victory over Austin High last Wednesday. The Dawgs asserted dominance throughout the match, led by senior...

Dawgs basketball first playoff appearance in four years ends in disappointment

Michael Vienneau, Dispatch Reporter February 21, 2024

On Monday, Bowie Boys Basketball played round one of the playoffs against the number two team in the State, Stony Point, at Burger Stadium. With over a thousand people in attendance, all eyes were on the...

The two election frontrunners from each party are Donald Trump from the Republican Party and incumbent Joe Biden for the Democratic Party.

Deciding the course of a nation

Ryan Zuniga, Dispatch Reporter February 20, 2024

There is a power in numbers. More votes equals more representation, reformations, and better quality in our government. On November 5, 2024, the 60th presidential election will take place. President Joe...

Stricter FIT rules enforced

Peyton Dorsey, Dispatch Reporter February 16, 2024

The bell sounds after the first period and students begin meandering in the hallways and fleeing campus. STEM Instructional Coach Cindi Carroll, and School Improvement Facilitator Whitney Vohl scramble...

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