This issue highlights Bowie’s commitment to promoting a safe and welcoming community, updates from the Character Strong program, and several family learning opportunities—including AISD Parent U on paying for college, Family Empower Hour on supporting bilingual students, and AP Family Night.

This edition shares details about the upcoming Homecoming Dance on October 4, including ticket sales, guest approval forms, and volunteer/donation opportunities. Families will also find important information about AP Exam registration opening September 29, as well as Free College Application Week (October 13–19), when Texas residents can apply for free to any Texas public college or university.

In this edition, we celebrate Bowie students named National Merit Commended Scholars, share details on the level change application process, and spotlight advisory lessons focused on academic advising. You’ll also find information about volunteering and donating for the upcoming Homecoming Dance, plus reminders about the student holiday and Rosh Hashanah observance

This week’s newsletter highlights three Bowie seniors recognized as National Merit Semifinalists, resources for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, important student parking updates, reminders about Picture Day on September 17–18, and details for the Class of 2026 graduation ceremony scheduled for May 28, 2026.

This issue introduces CharacterStrong, a program focused on belonging, well-being, and engagement for students. Families will also find updates on AISD school consolidations, the Tools for Success LIVE on Sept 13, and details on purchasing Homecoming mums before Sept. 19.