Bowling Green Independent
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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. 💜
🎓 Kindergarten here we come!
Congratulations to our Itty Bitty Purples and their families, celebrating promotion to Kindergarten this week.
BGISD Preschool classrooms are located at T. C. Cherry Elementary, Parker-Bennett-Curry Elementary, and the Bowling Green Learning Center. Three and four year old students attend four days per week. For more information about our program, visit the website or call 270-746-2277.
Congratulations to our Itty Bitty Purples and their families, celebrating promotion to Kindergarten this week.
BGISD Preschool classrooms are located at T. C. Cherry Elementary, Parker-Bennett-Curry Elementary, and the Bowling Green Learning Center. Three and four year old students attend four days per week. For more information about our program, visit the website or call 270-746-2277.
Admiral Adventures in Kindergarten! ⚓
Ms. Huddy and Ms. Lindhart’s classes transformed into detectives! Armed with magnifying glasses and notebooks, they went on a building-wide hunt for elusive Sneaky Es.
While the detectives were busy on the ground, Mr. White’s class spent the day in outer space, including coding LEGO robots to navigate the lunar surface. Great work teams!
Surprise! A Well-Deserved Honor for Ann Bolin!
Mrs. Ann Bolin was surprised today with a school-wide assembly to celebrate her being named a WKU Distinguished Educator in Exceptional Education! Dr. Corinne Murphy, Dean of the WKU College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, presented the award.
From teaching Braille and fostering student independence to leading T. C. Cherry’s morning meetings and the school’s annual cereal drive, Mrs. Bolin is a true advocate and mentor. As her principal Mrs. Sheryl Anderson says, she is a leader for all children.
Congratulations, Mrs. Bolin! We are so proud to have you in BGISD! 💜🍒
And they're off... 🏇🌹
First graders run for the roses in the annual Potter Gray Stick Horse Derby!
First graders run for the roses in the annual Potter Gray Stick Horse Derby!
Potter Gray 5th graders wrapped up their year-long BG2050 civics and writing project! At today’s Share Fair, students presented their ideas for the future of Bowling Green with PSAs, flyers, posters, and presentations. Way to go, future leaders!
Students from Bowling Green High School, Bowling Green Junior High and Parker-Bennett-Curry won top awards at the STLP State Championship on Friday, April 24th. GO PURPLES!
CREATIVE DIGITAL ARTS FINALISTS
Bowling Green High School:
Digital Photography: 1ST PLACE, Ethan Gallagher
Bowling Green Junior High:
Epublishing: 1ST PLACE, Purple News Network Team
Media Literacy Awareness: 1ST PLACE, Abby Buchanon & Mary Anna Swietek
Podcast: 1ST PLACE, BGJHS Spirt Radio
Animation: 2ND PLACE, Lucas Yeargin
Infographic: 2ND PLACE, Saanvi Aravantagi
Parker-Bennett-Curry Elementary:
Epublishing 2ND PLACE, Future Ambassador Team:
Loretta Ford, Klaire Sea, Kaitlyn Ruvalcaba Rivera, Wimana Jantie,
Emanuel Byamungu, Itzel Olivo Guillen, Brandon Escobar
STLP CHALLENGE: Bowling Green Junior High
Tech Bowl: 1ST PLACE, Nash Turner
Cinemania: 1ST PLACE, BGJHS Theater
Sumo Bot Robotics: 1ST PLACE, Nick Morris and Paxton Fuqua
