The Bowie Star Newsletter |
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This Week: Natalie Cardenas — October Top Dawg |
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Position & Years at Bowie: Social Studies Inclusion Teacher (3 years)
- Favorite Bowie Tradition: As a big foodie, I love our campus culinary program! They cook incredible meals and create a full restaurant setting right here at Bowie—it really feels like having our very own campus dining experience.
- Hidden Talents: I ride a motorcycle and used to train in Jiu-Jitsu!
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Why I Love Bowie: The strong sense of community. We operate as a true team—you can ask anyone for help and never feel like a burden. Everyone is supportive, and our students are absolutely awesome!
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The Top Dawg Award recognizes Bowie staff who go above and beyond for our community, honoring each month's recipient with our traveling Dawg trophy. |
| This Week: Alicia Laughlin |
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Activities: PALS, Silver Stars, teaching at my dance studio, and nannying/babysitting on weekends
- Future Plans: Attend Texas A&M University to study occupational therapy.
- Favorite Bowie Memory: When I got accepted into Arkansas, Ms. Mijares was waiting outside my class to tell me how proud she was of me and that I didn't need her anymore. I'll never forget that moment!
- Advice for New Bulldogs: Don't be afraid to talk to everyone. Talk to everyone! It doesn't matter what other people think about you, only what you think about yourself.
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The Bulldawg Brief: A Note from the Principal |
Bowie Families, I wanted to take a moment to share something that truly brightened my week and reminded me why it is such a privilege to serve this school.
Today, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with several of our student leadership students as they pitched their own ideas for school improvements. Listening to them speak, I was blown away by their creativity, insight, and vision. Our students are extraordinarily talented, thoughtful, and articulate. What stood out to me most throughout every single pitch was their deep love for Bowie High School and their genuine desire to make it an even better place for their peers and future Bulldogs. Their energy and pride in our school community are truly inspiring.
Speaking of Bulldawg Pride, please join me in wishing the best of luck to our Coach McGill and her Volleyball team as they compete in their playoff game tonight! They have worked incredibly hard to reach this moment, and we are so proud of everything they’ve accomplished this season. Let's send them all our support as they take the court tonight! Go Dawgs!
Thank you for sending us such wonderful young people every day and for your continued partnership and support. Brad Lancaster, Principal |
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📌 Important Dates & Deadlines |
October 31
AP Exam Registration
⏰ Regular Deadline ($40 Late Fee After) November 2 & 3
Student Holidays
🏫 No School November 13
AP Exam Registration
🚨 Final Deadline December 14
End of the 2nd 9 Weeks
📝 Last Day of the Grading Period December 15-18
Fall Semester Final Exams
📚 Fall Semester Final Exam Week |
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November 6
Football Senior Night
🏈 7:30 PM
📍 Burger Stadium January 15
Dawg Show (Class of 2031)
🕕 9:30 AM
📍 Various Campus Locations January 27
9th Grade Showcase (Class of 2031)
🕕 5:30 PM
📍 Various Campus Locations May 27
Class of 2027 Graduation
🕕 8:00 PM
📍 Burger Stadium |
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PICTURE DAY RETAKES & SENIOR PORTRAITS (NOV. 4) — Did you miss Picture Day or need a retake? Our school photographer, CADY, will be in the Cafeteria on Wednesday, November 4, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM for one final makeup opportunity! Students may drop in before school, during lunch/off periods, or during class with teacher permission. |
- Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors: This is your last chance to take your photo for the 2027 yearbook!
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Seniors: Stop by to get your school ID photo taken (note: ID photos do not appear in the yearbook). To schedule your official senior portrait for the yearbook, visit www.BowieYB.com/seniors. All senior portraits must be taken by CADY by December 30 to be included in the yearbook.
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GRADUATION ORDERS COMING NEXT WEEK! — Attention Seniors & Senior Families! Online ordering opens next week for custom Bowie caps & gowns, class rings, graduation announcements, and senior packages. Items will be available individually or bundled. Keep an eye out for an upcoming announcement with step-by-step ordering instructions and the direct link. Congratulations to the Class of 2027—Go Bulldogs!
AP EXAM REGISTRATION: DEADLINES APPROACHING! — If your student is currently enrolled in an AP course, they have the opportunity to earn college credit by taking the AP exam in May! To take an exam, students must register through Total Registration. Please keep these important deadlines in mind: |
- October 31: A $40 late fee per exam takes effect.
- November 13: Absolute final deadline to register for any AP exam.
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Register today to secure your student's exams and avoid late fees!
ATTENDANCE RECOVERY OPPORTUNITIES — Students needing to make up attendance hours can take advantage of several Attendance Recovery options this semester. For flexible weekday support, students can pick up a tutoring log in the library, attend before- or after-school tutoring with their teachers, get it signed, and submit the completed log to your Assistant Principal. Additional scheduled recovery options include:
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- Tuesday & Thursday After-School Sessions: Meet in Room A115 with Ms. Dowdy.
- Saturday School: Join us from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM in Room L128; please enter through the Fine Arts doors across from athletics.
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If you have any questions about Attendance Recovery, please reach out directly to your Assistant Principal
STUDENT HOLIDAYS & ELECTION DAY (NOV. 2–3) — Please mark your calendars! Monday, November 2, and Tuesday, November 3, are student holidays with no school for students. On Tuesday, November 3 (Election Day), staff will be participating in campus professional development and exercising their civic duty as part of our district’s Culture of Voting. Classes will resume for all students on Wednesday, November 4. |
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