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Keep the kids in class
Marissa McGowan, Review Editor • March 17, 2025

The Texas Education Agency has notified all districts that students must meet a 90% attendance requirement to receive credit for a class. This standard has not been reached by many students, and to address...

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Faculty ran menstrual drive collects period supplies for people throughout Austin
Ava Weaver, Dispatch Reporter • March 13, 2025

A rolled-up piece of cotton might be dispensable to some, but it is hygienically vital for those with a menstrual cycle. But for many Austinites without a home or in unfavorable living conditions, accessing...

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TikTok ban takes a toll on student’s day to day lives
Sydney Murphy, Dispatch Reporter • March 13, 2025

In a surprising move that left students shocked, SCOTUS has upheld congresses law banning TikTok due to national security concerns. This decision left millions of American teens scrambling to find new...

Junior creates impressive sculptures
Junior creates impressive sculptures
Sophia Dudich, Dispatch Reporter • March 12, 2025

Junior Lilly Pierce, using her hands and different tools to make amazing creations hopes to inspire and motivate her peers around her.  Pierce has made sculpture a big part of her life. Her parents...

Teacher dresses the stars, from sewing machine to stage
Teacher dresses the stars, from sewing machine to stage
Gracie Ruland, Dispatch Reporter • March 10, 2025

When the lights dim and the performers take the stage, different colors, patterns, and textures catch the eye of the audience. An actor’s costume is not just the clothes on their back but is a storytelling...

AWARENESS ARISES: Black Student Alliance (BSA) sponsor Justin Lashley and president Leila Burns both lead a discussion during a BSA meeting. BSA’s goal is create a more inclusive Bowie environment.
Black Student Alliance club spreads cultural awareness
Sydney Murphy, Dispatch Reporter • March 6, 2025

Decorative lights fill the room, the air buzzes with anticipation as students eagerly file into the classroom for Bowie’s Black Student Alliance’s weekly meeting. The Black Student Alliance, or BSA,...

The Bowie girl's varsity soccer team meets in a huddle at their half-time to make a game plan.
Varsity goalies shine on and off the field
Hannah Kim, Dispatch Reporter • April 8, 2025

Eyes focused on the ball, stance ready to block the ball from entering the goal, Miranda Sullivan and Carter Jones block the ball as goalkeepers on the girls and boys varsity soccer team at Bowie High...

Runners get a head start as track season kicks off
Runners get a head start as track season kicks off
Hannah Kim, Dispatch Reporter • April 4, 2025

As Spring nears, runners line up at a starting line with the adrenaline pumping, getting ready to push off and run. Emeila Lynn and Lillie Gideon, who’ve been doing track for many years, were prepared...

Hoopers against Golfers
Michael Vienneau, Sports Editor • March 18, 2025

Every morning before the halls are filled with students, the Lady ‘Dawgs basketball team fills the gym with intensity and work ethic, in order to become the best possible version of themselves. Coach...

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During Rally Day, a student, parent, and faculty protest event, speakers from Texas Legislature shared plans for new bills in the State Congress.
Texas legislature preaches on religion in K-12 schools
Ava Weaver, Dispatch Reporter • April 7, 2025

The First Amendment to the US Constitution guarantees freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, assembly, and the right to petition the government.  Texas schools will be impacted...

Students often wait in long lines during the bake sales, but the wait is worth the variety of food offered. The sales are held during lunch, so students are excited to see what the baking team has been up to.
Students enjoy sweet treats at Zoe Myer’s bake sale
Chance East, Dispatch Reporter • April 3, 2025

Zoe’s Spring Bake Sale offered a variety of spring themed treats, including cakes, cookies, and drinks, with prices starting at $1. Students lined up during lunch to enjoy the baked goods provided like...

Potential bill to ban phones in schools should be voted against
Potential bill to ban phones in schools should be voted against
Sophia Shaw, Dispatch Reporter • April 2, 2025

Technology’s continuous advancement has led to the ability for students to have cellphones in classrooms, which leaves teachers worried about cheating and parents worried about screen time. As a result,...

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PERFECT PASTRIES: Zachary Pasley gives a customer a freshly made Neapolitan cookie. Culinary students sold four different pastries for $3 each at the event.
Chefs’ take their turns creating delectable weekly menus
Alice Goss, Dispatch Reporter • March 20, 2025

Culinary students rush around the kitchen, hurriedly prepping over 50 meals for Bowie’s staff and teachers. The hearty aroma of Polish food spreads through the air as students get ready to open their...

ACRYLICS APPEAR: Bristle by bristle junior Amelie Baker carefully puts the last drops of acrylic paint on her VASE submission. Baker's art pieces are inspired by the joy in her friends.
Student creativity conquers
Bentlee Toland, Entertainment Editor • February 27, 2025

Making careful brushstrokes junior Amelie Baker swirls acrylic paints together to reveal her final VASE piece. The Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE), is a Texas visual art competition where students...

Culinary pop-ups
Alice Goss, Dispatch Reporter • February 14, 2025

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