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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
Shruti Patel

Shruti Patel, Online Editor-in-Chief

Hey! I’m Shruti Patel and i’m a senior. This is my third year on the Dispatch staff and I’m one of the online editor-in-chiefs. This year, I look forward to taking the online level to the next level and fully explore our potential. I’m also so excited to work with our amazing staff and get to know the new people that have joined the Dispatch. Some of my hobbies include running, working out, drawing, cooking, and spending time with my family. I love to travel and be adventurous. My favorite drink is coconut water because it’s amazing!! And my favorite place I have traveled is Venice, Italy. I’m extremely excited for this year and look forward to all the things we accomplish. :)

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Senior Goodbye: Shruti Patel

Senior Goodbye: Shruti Patel

Shruti Patel, Online Editor-in-Chief
June 7, 2021
Godzilla vs King Kong

[Photo] Godzilla vs King Kong

Alex Edwards, J1 Reporter
April 27, 2021
Meet our staff

[Photo] COVID-19 March 13 Reflections

March 13, 2021
Following the winter storm on Feb. 14, the Austin Independent School District has adjusted the deadline for transfer applications within the district. While in past years the school year would have been extended to make up for lost days, the district is currently applying for a waver from the Texas Education Association (TEA) to avoid an extended year.

[Photo] AISD 2020-2021 Calendar adjustments following winter storm

Nicole Rooney, Dispatch Reporter
March 9, 2021
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[Photo] Is arctic oil drilling beneficial?

Emily Loewe, Reporter
February 23, 2021
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[Photo] Representation in the new bachelor season

Lauren Wright, Reporter
February 23, 2021
"To All the Boys: Always and Forever" is the third installment of the "To All the Boys" book and movie trilogy. The film follows the two main characters, Lara Jean and Peter Kavinsky, as they finish high school and prepare for college.

[Photo] “To All the Boys: Always and Forever” employs traditional rom-com storylines to present an enjoyable show

Emily Loewe, Dispatch Reporter
February 18, 2021
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Meet our staff (6)

Austin ISD class cancellation

Shikha Patel and Shruti Patel
February 15, 2021
College Board will be using AP classes to see students’ strength in specific subjects. They are doing this to reduce the demands on students and to utilize AP.

[Photo] College board getting rid of SAT subject tests and optional essay

Dylan Zellner, Reporter
January 27, 2021
Meet our staff (2)

[Photo] Mandatory Life Classes: A life or debt situation

Alec Gosewehr, Journalism 1 Reporter
January 21, 2021
The Iphone 12 release includes the Iphone 12, Iphone 12 pro, Iphone 12 pro max, and the Iphone 12 mini. Both the Iphone 12, and the Iphone 12 pro have the same camera design as the Iphone 11 and Iphone 11 pro. In Gerold's opinion the features in the new Iphone have not improved enough to warrant spending your hard earned money.

[Photo] Is the new iPhone 12 worth it?

Natalie Gerold, J1 Reporter
January 14, 2021
Has Netflix become the new normal?

[Photo] Streaming Services Are Replacing Normal TV

Alex Edwards, J1 Reporter
January 12, 2021
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[Photo] CyberPunk review

Carter Scruggs, Commentary Editor
December 22, 2020
Facebook bans posts that refute or misrepresent the Holocaust, and if they look for facts about the Nazi genocide, they will begin leading people to credible sources.

[Photo] Facebook is banning Holocaust denial posts

Emily Loewe, Reporter
December 18, 2020
Dispatch reporter recalls her experiences with COVID-19.

[Photo] Blog: My Experience with COVID-19

Lucciana Choueiry, Reporter
December 14, 2020
Germs

[Photo] It isn’t safe to return back to school

Mazzy Warren, J1 Reporter
December 11, 2020
The Dispatch reports holiday activities to do amidst a pandemic.

[Photo] The Holidays: How will they be adapted to be COVID-19 safe?

Ella Waltuck, Reporter
December 11, 2020
As we all have gotten accustomed to online learning, specifically synchronous classes over zoom, it's become a top priority to understand the etiquette, or the proper way to act, of online learning.

[Photo] Zoom etiquette and why it’s important

Harlan Russell, J1 Reporter
December 24, 2020
As school has become virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many students are receiving more homework.

[Photo] Students receive more homework during online school

Cassidy Pesek, Reporter
December 8, 2020
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[Photo] Fall 2020 exam incentives

Shikha Patel, Online Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2020
The 2020-2021 school year has begun completely virtual and many students find themselves getting more work.

[Photo] Virtual learning is harder than in-person learning

Sydney Crum, Journalism 1 Student
November 13, 2020
Austin City Council cuts police department budget by one-third, mainly through reorganizing some duties out from law enforcement oversight.

[Photo] Drawbacks of the APD Fund Reallocations

Max Muzny, Reporter
October 28, 2020
In a time where we are dependent on technology it can be a pain to not be able to use it. There are constant issues that can ruin anyone’s entire week and force them to fall behind in all your classes. An AISD chrome book are used daily by many students throughout campuses. There can be many technological issues.

[Photo] How to powerwash school chromebooks and tech curbside information

Dylan Zellner, Reporter
October 27, 2020
J.K. Rowlings new novel, "Troubled Blood" causes controversy. J.K. Rowling has been labeled as "transphobic" from readers. Additionaly, Rowling has been under fire for a a series of tweets that are controversial to the transgender community.

[Photo] J.K. Rowling’s “Troubled Blood” sparks controversy

Azul Lin, Assistant Editor
October 23, 2020
When students and staff return to in-person school, they will be required to undergo a screening process. Any student or staff member who fails the screening test will be required to stay at home until they meet the criteria to return to school. Mark Escott, the City of Austin Interim Health Authority, said at the meeting that he supports Austin ISD’s plan for reopening schools on the 5th.

[Photo] AISD reopening plan amidst a pandemic

Dylan Ebs, Election 2020 Editor
October 14, 2020
From September 15 to October 15, Hispanic Heritage month was celebrated worldwide. The Bowie community participated as well.

[Photo] Students celebrate Hispanic Heritage month

Arushi Sharma, News Editor
October 16, 2020
TikTok is supposed to be banned as early as November 12th but Oracle, a computer technology corporation, is working to partner with the popular app in order for it to stay on all app stores.

[Photo] The future of TikTok

Callie Payne, Entertainment Editor
October 8, 2020
The first 2020 United States presidential debate between the two major candidates in the United States presidential election, Trump and Biden, took place September 29th.

[Photo] SNL skit or Presidential Debate?

Rae Gray, Managing Editor
September 30, 2020
Austin ISD has changed the student holiday that falls on Columbus day to Election day to prevent a greater spread of COVID-19.

[Photo] Election Day is now a holiday for Austin ISD

Shikha Patel, Online Editor-in-Chief
September 29, 2020
New changes have been made to the A/B schedule. Check out the jbhs website to see the updated calendar.

[Photo] Modifications in the A/B calander

Shikha Patel, Online Editor-in-Chief
September 17, 2020
Student council campaign videos for the 2020-2021 election

Student council campaign videos for the 2020-2021 election

Cade Spencer, Shruti Patel, and Shikha Patel
May 11, 2020
Class of 2020 Who's Who Honorees

Class of 2020 Who’s Who Honorees

Cade Spencer, Shikha Patel, and Shruti Patel
May 7, 2020
On Wednesday, April 22, the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, the annual celebration of the environmental movement took place. Each year, Earth Day focuses on a new theme; this year’s theme is Climate Action, which promotes an increase in anti-pollution and environmental protection policies.

Dispatch Celebration of the 50 Earth Day!

Cade Spencer, Faith Lawrence, Shikha Patel, and Shruti Patel
April 22, 2020
Listed from top to bottom: Editor-in-Chief Logan Dorsey, Lone Star Yearbook Adviser Lindsey Shirack, Editor-in-Chief Emma Wake, and Editor-in-Chief Ryan Kinney meet on a Zoom conference in order to finalize the yearbook. Although the yearbook staff has been able to complete this year's book, plans for distribution are still underway.

The yearbook staff overcomes obstacles to complete this year’s book

Shruti Patel, Online Managing Editor
April 22, 2020
Thursday morning, students were warned to evacuate the A-hall before school started. There had been a mechanical issue in the A hall which caused the need for students to evacuate the building. Picture courtesy of student, Michael Lahti

Unexpected evacuation

Shruti Patel and Shikha Patel
March 5, 2020
Courtesy of Leanne Bilnoski, the Silver Star Director.

Silver Star and JV dance contest results

Shruti Patel, Online Managing Editor
March 2, 2020
Junior Andre Kashkin biking at a race. He utilizes his many learned strategies to outperform competitors. Photo courtesy to NICA Texas MTB League.

Mountain bike team prevails at state competition

Shruti Patel, Online Managing Editor
February 12, 2020
Studies have shown higher levels of happiness when one is around family and friends. However, many student's struggle to seek time to allocate for social life when they are constantly entrenched in school work.

[Photo] The challenging balance between school and social life

Sophie Carpenter, J1 Reporter
February 7, 2020
Disney Plus is a new streaming service that was recently published by Disney. Many have varying opinions and views on it.

[Photo] Review of new streaming service, Disney Plus

Arushi Sharma, Reporter
February 6, 2020
The city of Austin is currently facing a homeless citizens crisis.

[Photo] Update on Austin’s homeless situation

Bethany Hanson, Dispatch Reporter
February 3, 2020
The musical is here, tonight is the premiere so be sure to buy your tickets!! Pictured is Senior Gillian Griffis as she practices for the upcoming musical Big Fish. She plays the role of Sandra Bloom, Edward Bloom’s wife. Photo Courtesty of Anika Scoma.

The annual musical premieres

Shruti Patel, Online Managing Editor
January 16, 2020

Bowie dominates at the jazz auditions

Shruti Patel, Online Managing Editor
December 4, 2019
EMOTIONS: The show captured the story between two friends, A and B. Senior Erica Larson and Anika Scoma participated in the cabaret show to help tell the story.

Annual Cabaret show

Shruti Patel and Shikha Patel
November 4, 2019
DEVESTATED: The Haymarket 8 show centered the bombings in Chicago in the 1800’s, this show also casted many freshman who can early exposure to the production. “We usually don’t have this many freshman come into the theatre program, but this year there was a lot of freshman,” junior director Sydney Reinhart said. Courtesy of Starlight Theatre Company

New opportunities for freshman in the fall show

Shruti Patel, Online managing editor
October 14, 2019
A BOY: Junior Riley McCue plays the boy in "A Boy and His Cow."

Into the Woods

Shruti Patel, Online Managing editor
October 10, 2019

Football Season

Shikha Patel and Shruti Patel
October 8, 2019

Speech and Debate

Shruti Patel and Shikha Patel
October 8, 2019

Parking construction

Shruti Patel and Shikha Patel
October 8, 2019
New nurse, Mary Smith, looks forward to the new school year at Bowie. She wants to promote good health habits and be a resource for students on campus.

Bowie welcomes a new nurse

Shruti Patel, Online managing editor
October 7, 2019
As suicide prevention month has just passed, it is important to understand ways Bowie can help. Art by Shruti Patel

[Photo] Suicide prevention on campus

Bethany Hanson, Online Reporter
October 2, 2019
Bowie wins at the game last night against Del Valle.

Varsity football home victory

Shruti Patel, Online Managing editor
September 19, 2019

Bulldogs and Hotdogs 2019

Shruti Patel, Online Managing editor
September 14, 2019
The following students are National Merit Semifinalists with the highest scores in the state. Photo courtesy of PTSA.

National Merit Semifinals

Shruti Patel, Online Managing editor
September 13, 2019

Debate TFA tournament

Shruti Patel, Online managing editor
September 10, 2019
Caroline Myers (left) and Ian Cullicott (right) were crowned King and Queen of Springs.

King and Queen of Springs 2019

Shruti Patel, Manager Editor
September 5, 2019
Sophomore Erin Everette (right) and sophomore Daniel Bamdad (left) both received trophies for placing at the Pflugerville TFA Swing tournament this past weekend.

The speech and debate team swings back to the school year at the Pflugerville TFA Swing tournament

Shruti Patel and Shikha Patel
September 5, 2019

Bowie Band dominates at the Bluebonnet Concert Concert

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
April 29, 2019

Piano students prevail at UIL

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
March 25, 2019

Hospitality work at SXSW

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
March 25, 2019
Last month, Bowie parents and students were warned of a mechanical issue on the AISD Nacho Average Food Truck. Picture courtesy of Austin ISD Food Services.

Nacho Average Food truck alarmed with smokes

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
March 11, 2019
Freshmen Sophie Cabrera (left) and Preston Savoy (right) exit through the doors that had been vandalized on December 13th. The doors and windows at Bowie, now repaired, were fixed using donations from the Bowie PTSA's fundraiser.

Campus bounces back after vandalism

Shruti Patel and Rachel Baschnagel
February 8, 2019
Mamma Mia starts off the new year strong with new technology like the projector shown in the following image.

Mamma Mia stands out with new technology

Shruti Patel and Shikha Patel
January 19, 2019
Kaia Pierce (left) and Maya Gerdes (right) show off their costumes as they perform Mamma Mia

Mamma Mia premieres at JBHS

Shruti Patel and Shikha Patel
January 18, 2019
Pictured left to right Jadon Davis Connor Russell Brennan Zavaleta Joel Bowman and seated Sydney Reinhart are all underclassmen who have been casted in the Mamma Mia play.

Underclassmen shine bright in Mamma Mia

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
January 18, 2019
Due to field trips, there have been many days lost for students participating in extracurricular activities, thus, Bowie has worked to reduce those absent days.

[Photo] Focusing more attention on attendance

Cade Spencer, Assistant Editor
December 27, 2018
Recently at the FFA Winterfest, FFA secretary Hannah Shepard, won 4th place for the goat showmanship at the 2018 Bowie Austin FFA Winterfest.

FFA celebrates the holidays at the Winterfest

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
December 18, 2018
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Choir students prevail

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
November 16, 2018
CRISP AND CLEAR: In Patricia Conroy's AP English IV class, senior Dartanian Babcock presents a power-point over the book "The Metamorphosis" on the new TV monitor. The screens allow the class to get a clearer view of the presentation.

TV Monitors enhance education

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
November 9, 2018
(Left to right) Philip Weiss, Alex Araiza, Sandy Benitez, and Cyn Torrey Smith are members of the Spanish Club and have worked together to create an Ofrenda in the library to commemorate the loss of loved ones known by the Bowie faculty and staff.

Spanish club unites to honor passed ones

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
November 1, 2018
JBHS Debate students accept their awards after a long day of competing at the Saint Mary tournament.

Speech and Debate win big

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
October 30, 2018
This is one of the Ofrendas in the library. To learn more about the day of the Ofrenda and the display in the library check out the link.

Bowie Ofrenda kicks off this week

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
October 29, 2018
The JBHS girls cross country team broke JBHS history and qualified for state.

Cross country breaks records

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
October 26, 2018
Brianna Rodriguez (Left) and Amy Shreeve (Right) are competitors on the JBHS Speech and Debate team who, along with their team outperformed at the Austin HS Tournament. Picture courtesy of Brianna Rodriguez.

Debate team dominates at tournament

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
October 25, 2018
Bowie Culinary student, Emily Yoder, prepares for the annual Bowie Bakery.

Bowie culinary prepares for the annual bakery

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
October 22, 2018

Bowie band outperforms and gets recognized by Ryan Reynolds

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
October 19, 2018
An illustration of one of the upcoming movie's teaser posters shown above.

The Hate U Give movie challenge

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
October 18, 2018
Students prepare their creative display for the hero’s around me PTA reflection

Hero’s Around Me, PTA Reflection has just ended

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
October 17, 2018
Tillie Walden is an Austin, Texas-born Illustrator who visited James Bowie High School last Thursday, she is a best seller author who captures the message of her work through sentimental stories. This is one of Walden's many sketches, and more of her work can be found on her website http://tilliewalden.com/category/sketches.

Best seller author, Tillie Walden, visits Bowie

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
October 10, 2018
Repairs are being undergone for everyone still being affected by the crazy temperatures in classes.

Crazy climate calls for air conditioning

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Reporter
October 8, 2018

PSAT is right around the corner

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
October 4, 2018
Senior Emma Thomas presents her portfolio on puppet designs and creations at the Texas Educational Theatre Association Designfest Competition, her amazing work resulted in her to place in one of the three of the top five winning positions.

Bowie seniors come out on top at the TETA competition

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
October 2, 2018

Last chance to preorder school pictures

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
September 25, 2018
Senior Amy Shreeve, pictured far right by junior Ashlyn Dahl (center), and senior Brianna Rodriguez (far left) was one of the many students who competed at the Speech and Debate tournament this weekend at Anderson High School. James Bowie High School performed exponentially well in the tournament, JBHS had multiple students win individual awards, become congressional debate finalists, and had two new state qualifiers, one being Amy Shreeve.

Bowie’s Speech and Debate students come out on top once again

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
September 24, 2018

Helping Hands helping teachers

Shruti Patel, Dispatch Online Reporter
September 18, 2018

AISD Preliminary Ratings rising

Shruti Patel, Online Reporter
September 18, 2018
Insight on the Red Cross Club

Insight on the Red Cross Club

Shruti Patel, Staff Writer
June 8, 2018
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