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The student news site of James Bowie High School

The Dispatch
The student news site of James Bowie High School

The Dispatch
Natalie Cullen

Natalie Cullen, Online Editor-in-Chief

Hi! I’m Natalie and I’m a senior! This is my fourth year on staff and I’m super excited to be the online Editor-in-Chief for the Dispatch again! I love Sonic slushes and chilling with my two (slightly scary) dogs. I am passionate about making multimedia content and I hope to study digital media/film production in college! I’m super excited to create some awesome content this year (best for last)!

All content by Natalie Cullen
Senior Goodbye: Natalie Cullen

Senior Goodbye: Natalie Cullen

Natalie Cullen, Online Editor-in-Chief
June 9, 2023
TEACHER TENNIS TOURNAMENT: History teacher Wendy Uzzle high-fives her opponent during a match.

Teacher tennis tournament promotes teamwork

Alex Edwards and Natalie Cullen
November 18, 2022
Class of 2023 Who's Who Honorees

Class of 2023 Who’s Who Honorees

Natalie Cullen, Online Editor-in-Chief
April 24, 2023
Drugs and alcohol are usually used, initially, as ways to release stress. In a relationship, it becomes one of the main reasons for an argument.

[Photo] The price of substance abuse and addiction

Anna Franklin, J1 Reporter
April 12, 2023
No matter what your opinion is on voting, everyone needs to vote.

[Photo] Voting is Important for Anyone Eligible

Bennett Hadley, J1 Reporter
April 10, 2023
Learning how important diversity is in our society can encourage students to actively seek its exposure.

[Photo] Diversity: setting the bar higher

Elizabeth Yowell, J1 Reporter
April 6, 2023
The 15 minute rule inconveniences students and should not be in place at Bowie.

[Photo] 15 minute rule impedes students bathroom use

Liberty Pittman, J1 Reporter
April 5, 2023

March 2023 newspaper awards

Natalie Cullen, Online Editor-in-Chief
March 27, 2023
I believe that if you cut back on your non-school activities you will help yourself with your own mental health.

[Photo] Cutting back on non-school activities has helped with stress and mental health

Amerie Mosley, J1 Reporter
April 3, 2023
Build Up Bowie campaign

Build Up Bowie campaign

Natalie Cullen, Online Editor-in-Chief
March 3, 2023
Overall Chainsaw Man season one is a delight to watch, with complex characters, high stakes, comedy and stellar animation.

[Photo] Chainsaw Man adaptation exceeds expectations

Mars Canepa, Digital Staff
March 8, 2023
SPEAKING TO THE CROWD: Katz speaks to the audience during her presentation. After speaking about her experience, she answered questions from students in the crowd. “We’re so mean to eachother," Katz said. "We’re so critical and mean and divisive. And the world can’t continue to be like that. We have to reach out and be kind and accepting and lift people up.”

‘The future is in all of your hands’

Natalie Cullen, Austin Ikard, and Alex Edwards
February 23, 2023
Having air conditioning in the hallways would benefit the entire student population.

[Photo] Bowie needs to spend bond money on AC in the hallways

Warren Davis, J1 Reporter
February 6, 2023
As Austin grows rapidly, crime rates are steadily increasing day by day.

[Photo] Crime in Austin on the rise affects Bowie

Madison Carby, J1 Reporter
January 10, 2023
DECORATING THE BOARD: Seniors Rowan Pacconne (left), Ty Jones (second from left), Tyler Haynes (second from right), and Enrique Ramirez (right) continue the tradition of decorating their classroom’s whiteboard for the upcoming year. All four students are members of the Bowie Toons Animation club sponsored by CTE teacher Andrew Nourse.

[Photo] Bowie Toons Club encourages creativity through animation

Donna Kim, Print Staff
December 28, 2022

Uniting student musicians

Natalie Cullen, Austin Ikard, and Alex Edwards
December 12, 2022
SHARING THE MOMENT: The cast of Stuart Little interlocks during their performance on Tuesday night. Stuart Little was directed by Ella Kulczar and assistant directed by Lola Dobies.

[Photo] Students put a twist on classic tales

Amilia Velez, Entertainment Editor
November 29, 2022
It is true that some students refuse to get off their phones, but taking away everyone’s phones is just not right.

[Photo] Phone free learning is stressful

Madison Carby, J1 Reporter
November 14, 2022

[Video] Igniting musical passion through improvisation

November 7, 2022
Swift’s writing style is seemingly simple in this album, but with that simplicity and rawness comes the ability of these lyrics to hit when you least expect it. 

[Photo] Midnights album moves listeners

Vivi Lopez-Stern, Digital Staff
November 1, 2022
Introducing a new take on social media, the app BeReal attempts to highlight individuals and their unfiltered lives. BeReal is a social media app that has been on the rise recently with teens, in which it was released in 2020, and it gained popularity rapidly in early and mid-2022.

[Photo] Popular social media app gains traction with teenagers

Bentlee Toland, Print Staff
October 31, 2022
Speech and Debate Melissa High School Online State Qualifying Tournament Finalists

[Video] Speech and Debate Melissa High School Online State Qualifying Tournament Finalists

Jace Arriaga, Online Managing Editor
October 28, 2022
DONATING BLOOD: Junior Brant Kinzy waits as his blood is drawn during the drive. "[I was] little bit nervous," Kinzy said. "But I think overall, I was excited more than I was nervous."

Saving lives with a blood drive

Natalie Cullen and Rachel Maddox
October 26, 2022
CROWNED: Freshman Rowan Cox, Seniors Colton Chalmers and David Lax, and Sophomore Summer Ferguson are crowned this year's King and Queen of Springs.

King and Queen of Springs 2022

Rachel Maddox and Natalie Cullen
September 21, 2022
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[Photo] Speech and Debate Results at Cedar Park Virtual TFA State Qualifiers

February 6, 2023
Student council campaign videos for the 2022-2023 election

Student council campaign videos for the 2022-2023 election

Natalie Cullen, Alex Edwards, and Rachel Maddox
September 6, 2022

[Video] Michels movitates students through musical performance

June 15, 2022

[Video] Lacrosse senior captain competing in college

Natalie Cullen, Online Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2022
SIGNS IN THE AIR: Students chant phrases and hold signs in protest against abortion restrictions during the walkout held today. Hundreds of students gathered to watch or participate in the walkout. "I know that there are a lot of people out there who really do need the choice," sophomore Isabel Soto said. "I just love when people come together like this."

Students stand up for abortion rights in organized walkout

Natalie Cullen and Julia Arriaga
May 12, 2022
Arms in air, senior Lauren Chou performs her solo in the spring show. Being a senior on the team, Chou is thankful to have one last performance with her team to showcase everything they have accomplished this year. “It’s a bittersweet feeling getting to perform with my team for the last time,” Chou said. “It’s especially sad since it is a lot of the seniors last time performing.”

Silver Stars perform their last show of the year

Izzy Rejino and Natalie Cullen
May 3, 2022

[Video] Inside the Nerf War

Dylan Ebs, Feature Editor
May 2, 2022

[Video] Nerf War makes a comeback

April 13, 2022
Texas has a humid subtropical climate with cold winters and hot summers.

[Photo] Is Texas weather enjoyable?

Austin Ikard, Staff Writer
April 5, 2022
READING A POEM: Senior El Wechsler participates in the Pride Week open mic poetry reading during FIT. “One big thing to keep in mind always is you shouldn’t just be prideful on Pride Week,” Wechsler said. “You should always be proud of who you are.”

Pride Week highlights importance of inclusivity

Alex Edwards and Natalie Cullen
March 25, 2022

[Video] Two years later

March 22, 2022
According to Duquesne University, women have an average of 456 periods in their life, which translates to 9,120 tampons used.

[Photo] March Menstrual Product Drive

Dimitri Silva, Sports Editor
March 11, 2022
SMILES FOR MILES: Bowie’s Varsity and JV Cheer team performing during the homecoming prep rally. During the UIL competition the team placed 23rd out of 80 teams competing overall.

[Photo] Cheer stunts on competition at UIL event

Sophia Sanchez, Staff Writer
March 18, 2022
Mitski's newest album addresses her emotions regarding her career.

Mitski’s ‘Laurel Hell’ steps carefully into the dark

Natalie Cullen, Online Editor-in-Chief
March 4, 2022
The Alamo Drafthouse recently changed their mural to promote the new Scream movie.

[Photo] Alamo mural changed for scream

Julia Arriaga, Dispatch Reporter
February 10, 2022
I believe that climate change is the most pressing issue humanity has ever faced and one that should be the focus point of all our resources and technology at our hands.

[Photo] Climate change is a real issue

Cooper Lieberknecht, J1 Reporter
February 4, 2022
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown took off his jersey and left the field mid game during their week 17 matchup.

[Photo] Wide receiver walks off field during game

Oscar Campbell, Dispatch Reporter
February 3, 2022
Many teachers have students put their phones in "phone jail" at the beginning of class.

[Photo] Phone caddies/jails should not be in any classrooms

Claire Smith, J1 Reporter
January 6, 2022

[Video] Swantner shines on Star Dance squad

Kate Davis, Dispatch Reporter
December 3, 2021

[Video] Senior directors showcase children’s shows

November 23, 2021
As the fall season came to a close, the tennis team progressed through their local games and ended up placing at districts.

[Photo] Varsity tennis places at districts

Mars Canepa, Staff Writer
November 12, 2021
Currently located in Buffalo, New York, the Buffalo Bills are considering relocating to Austin. This would be the first NFL team to be in the city.

[Photo] Buffalo bills may move to Austin

Oscar Campbell, Staff Writer
October 22, 2021
Having been released just this September, Squid Game has been the number one most-watched show on Netflix for the past month.

[Photo] New show takes over Netflix charts

Donna Kim, Assistant Editor
October 15, 2021
During the month of October, many people make plans to wear a variety of Halloween costumes.

[Photo] 2021 Halloween costume predictions

October 7, 2021
RUNNING DOWN THE FIELD: Senior Noah Camacho carries the Texas flag before the start of the homecoming game.

[Video] An undefeated homecoming

Izzy Rejino and Natalie Cullen
October 5, 2021
As a result of the various acts of vandalism, bathrooms around campus were blocked off with caution tape while the areas were fixed.

[Photo] Vandalism at Bowie

Corinne Piorkowski, Editor-in-Chief
September 17, 2021
BUSINESS CLUB: Providing candy for new club members, Senior Zoya Faisal welcomes students to join her club.

New opportunities at the club fair

Natalie Cullen and Izzy Rejino
September 9, 2021

[Video] Bowie City Limits

May 26, 2021

[Video] Winning the Nerf Wars

April 11, 2021

[Video] An exchange experience

April 6, 2021

[Video] One Year Later

March 13, 2021

[Video] Students support LLS

February 25, 2021

[Video] Thinking about thrifting

February 5, 2021

[Video] What do students want to see from Biden?

January 20, 2021

[Video] Winter break around Austin

December 21, 2020
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[Photo] It is not safe to return to school yet

Amilia Velez, J1 Reporter
December 29, 2020

[Video] The Dispatch staff plays Among Us

December 8, 2020

Fall Extravaganza

Natalie Cullen and Izzy Rejino
November 14, 2020
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