Bowling Green Independent
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6th graders celebrate joining BGJHS with a Friday afternoon Pep Rally!
Sixth grade is when students from all five BGISD elementary schools come together as one Purple Family.
During the event, the BGJHS dance team performed and cheerleaders led Purple cheers. Plus, BGHS Senior Piper Boyd shared advice on getting involved and making the most of every opportunity offered. The first week full of school ended with games and lots of school spirit.
Once a Purple, Always a Purple! 💜
Welcome Itty Bitty Purples Preschool!
First Day of School!
First Day of School!
New Computer Science LEGO Robotics Kits are coming soon to BGISD elementary schools! The District Technology Department has been awarded $5,000 TVA STEM Robotics grant from the Tennessee Valley Authority, in partnership with Bowling Green Municipal Utilities, and Bicentennial Volunteers Incorporated (a TVA retiree organization).
*Photo from 2025-26 LEGO Robotics
*Photo from 2025-26 LEGO Robotics
We are proud to announce that the Bowling Green Junior High 8th Grade Band has been selected to perform at the 2027 Kentucky Music Educators Association (KMEA) Conference in February!
Selection to perform at the KMEA Conference is one of the highest state honors a school music program can achieve. This accomplishment reflects the talent, discipline, and dedication of our student musicians, and the support of our directors, families, and community.
Congratulations Purples!
Selection to perform at the KMEA Conference is one of the highest state honors a school music program can achieve. This accomplishment reflects the talent, discipline, and dedication of our student musicians, and the support of our directors, families, and community.
Congratulations Purples!
Happy First Day, Purples! 💜
School Bus Safety: STOP means STOP!
Drivers in both directions must stop on two- or three-lane roads, including roads with center turn lanes, and four-lane roads separated only by painted lines or paved medians.
Traffic driving the opposite direction of a school bus is exempt from stopping *only* on highways with four or more lanes that include a physical median, such as a raised concrete barrier or unpaved/grass in between lanes.
Drivers in both directions must stop on two- or three-lane roads, including roads with center turn lanes, and four-lane roads separated only by painted lines or paved medians.
Traffic driving the opposite direction of a school bus is exempt from stopping *only* on highways with four or more lanes that include a physical median, such as a raised concrete barrier or unpaved/grass in between lanes.
The Bowling Green Independent School District app makes it easy to stay up to date with district and school news and events. The district app is available for anyone to download and receive notifications, including community members that want to know about news and upcoming events.
“Rooms” within the app is only available to families with students in the district, students, and BGISD teachers, staff, and administration.
For more information or help logging in, visit www.bgreen.kyschools.us/rooms.
“Rooms” within the app is only available to families with students in the district, students, and BGISD teachers, staff, and administration.
For more information or help logging in, visit www.bgreen.kyschools.us/rooms.
Dishman McGinnis Back to School Parade!
Thanks to everyone who came out to wave, cheer, and celebrate! Principal Lizzie Brown and the Dishman McGinnis faculty and staff had so much fun riding through the neighborhood this afternoon, before the school’s Open House. Seeing students and families was the best way to kick things off!
We hope all K-12 students and families are ready to begin school on WEDNESDAY!
Thanks to everyone who came out to wave, cheer, and celebrate! Principal Lizzie Brown and the Dishman McGinnis faculty and staff had so much fun riding through the neighborhood this afternoon, before the school’s Open House. Seeing students and families was the best way to kick things off!
We hope all K-12 students and families are ready to begin school on WEDNESDAY!
BGJHS Construction: Traffic Changes!
The Bowling Green Junior High addition and renovation project started this summer and will be ongoing for the next 18 months. Construction is restricted to the exterior of the school this semester, however there are significant changes to the bus loop, traffic flow, and parking in and around the school, including The Pit.
🚘 DROP OFF:
Students may be dropped off in the Car Rider Line between 6:55 AM and 7:25 AM. All cars will enter from the soccer lot entrance. Traffic will flow in one direction, entering and exiting on Campbell Lane.
🚙 PICK UP:
All cars will enter from the soccer lot entrance. Students will exit the back of the school.
Afternoon buses will leave from the new temporary bus loop.
More information may be found on the district website: www.bgreen.kyschools.us/page/bgjhs-construction
🎨🖌️📚 Local artist Ashley Scott’s new mural is officially finished in the Parker-Bennett-Curry Library! With bright colors and local landmarks, it celebrates both our community and a love of reading.
The project is part of Ashley's annual “Paint It Forward” initiative, where she generously gifts one free mural to the community every year.
We are grateful for her talent and community spirit, and can’t wait for students to see it in person.
The project is part of Ashley's annual “Paint It Forward” initiative, where she generously gifts one free mural to the community every year.
We are grateful for her talent and community spirit, and can’t wait for students to see it in person.
The Bus is Un-Stuffed! Thanks to the Stuff the Bus Foundation of SOKY for another great event, helping provide school supplies to begin the school year. And a big thanks to members of the BGHS Football and Lacrosse teams for helping unload, and reload boxes with school FRYSCs.
First Day for Little Purples Academy!
Little Purples Academy provides childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, with priority enrollment to children of employees and contract employees working in BGISD. Dates of Operation are based on the BGISD Calendar, plus two weeks prior to Opening Day and two weeks after Closing Day.
BACK TO SCHOOL!
First Day for K-12 Students: August 12, 2026
First Day for Preschool: August 17, 2026
Events, Supply Lists, and Registration Forms are linked on the district website: www.bgreen.kyschools.us/backtoschool
See you soon, Purples!
First Day for K-12 Students: August 12, 2026
First Day for Preschool: August 17, 2026
Events, Supply Lists, and Registration Forms are linked on the district website: www.bgreen.kyschools.us/backtoschool
See you soon, Purples!
🎓 Go be great, Class of 2026!! You're ready! 💜
Congratulations to our retiring faculty and staff!!
Terri Downing, Dishman McGinnis Elementary
Amy Creek, Dishman McGinnis Elementary
Tracy Dunn, Dishman McGinnis Elementary
Melissa Joiner, Bowling Green Junior High
Mary Ritter, Potter Gray
Wanda Baker, Bowling Green High School
Carla Vigil, District Gifted and Talented Teacher
DG Sherrill, Director of Pupil Personnel
Tracy Sherrill, Special Education Facilitator
Candice Peay, Director of Special Programs
Terri Downing, Dishman McGinnis Elementary
Amy Creek, Dishman McGinnis Elementary
Tracy Dunn, Dishman McGinnis Elementary
Melissa Joiner, Bowling Green Junior High
Mary Ritter, Potter Gray
Wanda Baker, Bowling Green High School
Carla Vigil, District Gifted and Talented Teacher
DG Sherrill, Director of Pupil Personnel
Tracy Sherrill, Special Education Facilitator
Candice Peay, Director of Special Programs
CLOSING DAY!
Graduating seniors Melanie Beltran, Christopher Cohron, and Lilah Alcott spoke to all BGISD employees about their experiences as students in the district and what it means to be part of the PURPLE Family. Each shared memories and people who made a difference to them throughout their educational journey thus far.
Thanks to all three!!! We are so proud of you and the Class of 2026! 💜
Graduating seniors Melanie Beltran, Christopher Cohron, and Lilah Alcott spoke to all BGISD employees about their experiences as students in the district and what it means to be part of the PURPLE Family. Each shared memories and people who made a difference to them throughout their educational journey thus far.
Thanks to all three!!! We are so proud of you and the Class of 2026! 💜
Congratulations, Lizzie Brown! The next principal of Dishman McGinnis Elementary!
Ms. Brown was introduced as Principal to students and staff during a morning assembly on the last day of school Thursday, May 21, 2026. She will officially begin her new role on July 1, 2026.
More here: https://www.bgreen.kyschools.us/article/2925405
Ms. Brown was introduced as Principal to students and staff during a morning assembly on the last day of school Thursday, May 21, 2026. She will officially begin her new role on July 1, 2026.
More here: https://www.bgreen.kyschools.us/article/2925405
🎓 “This is not the end, but the beginning of new dreams and opportunities!” - Randy Galvez Arredondo
Congratulations, Teranga Academy graduates!!
Congratulations, Teranga Academy graduates!!
GRAD WALK 2026! 🎓
Walking the halls one more time as students of BGISD. The Class of 2026 visited elementary schools, BGJHS, and BGHS for lots of cheers, high fives, and hugs! Next stop: GRADUATION!!
Decision Day: The BGHS Class of 2026 is ready to take on the world! 🌍✨
Seniors will soon enroll in 41 different colleges and universities, start their careers, travel abroad, or begin service in the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, and Kentucky National Guard. We are proud of the diverse paths they have chosen and wish them all the best in their future!
Once a Purple, Always a Purple. 💜
Seniors will soon enroll in 41 different colleges and universities, start their careers, travel abroad, or begin service in the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, and Kentucky National Guard. We are proud of the diverse paths they have chosen and wish them all the best in their future!
Once a Purple, Always a Purple. 💜
