Bowling Green Independent
Excellence is Worth The Effort
Welcome back to BGJHS, Nate Stein and The Yale Spizzwinks!
Nate Stein, a 2020 alumnus of Bowling Green Junior High and the Pitch Purples, is now a Tenor II and Music Director for the world’s oldest underclassmen a cappella group, The Yale Spizzwinks (?). The ‘Winks are in concert tonight at The Capitol as part of their spring tour, and hometown visit for Nate.
This morning, they performed a few selections for the BGJHS Mixed Choir.
Nate Stein, a 2020 alumnus of Bowling Green Junior High and the Pitch Purples, is now a Tenor II and Music Director for the world’s oldest underclassmen a cappella group, The Yale Spizzwinks (?). The ‘Winks are in concert tonight at The Capitol as part of their spring tour, and hometown visit for Nate.
This morning, they performed a few selections for the BGJHS Mixed Choir.
🫧🐟 Just keep swimming! 🦈🐠
Finding Nemo Jr, presented by Bowling Green Junior High
March 13 and March 14 at 7:00 p.m. and March 15 at 3:00 p.m.
Tickets available through the school and district websites.
Finding Nemo Jr, presented by Bowling Green Junior High
March 13 and March 14 at 7:00 p.m. and March 15 at 3:00 p.m.
Tickets available through the school and district websites.
History Alive! McNeill Elementary third graders presented the annual Wax Museum today, including a historical figure parade through the school. The students have spent weeks researching and learning about their famous people to share presentations while in character.
🖌️🎨 Itty Bitty Purples are learning all about brushes as part of their creative curriculum. District Social Worker and local artist Jenny Lowe stopped by to show students the "magic" that happens when bristles meet paper!
☂️🍝 After reading, “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs,” Kindergarteners at Parker-Bennett-Curry, decided they weren't taking any chances. They called in WNKY Weather Chief Chris Allen to learn more about the science of weather.
Current Conditions: 100% chance of smiles at these umbrella hats!
Current Conditions: 100% chance of smiles at these umbrella hats!
🎨 Made in the Middle 🖼️
BGJHS Student Art in the Wedge Education Gallery at SKyPAC
"This exhibit offers a peek into the everyday magic when students are given space to explore, experiment, and express themselves." - Amanda Brown, Art Teacher
BGJHS Student Art in the Wedge Education Gallery at SKyPAC
"This exhibit offers a peek into the everyday magic when students are given space to explore, experiment, and express themselves." - Amanda Brown, Art Teacher
“Different people change the world.” - Jenson Day
Local authors, Jenson and Darla Day, and Illustrator Chad Day visited primary students at Parker-Bennett-Curry this morning. They read their book, “Charlie and the Cheerful Hearts,” and encouraged students to spread cheer to others! The Day family also shared that while Jenson has cerebral palsy that limits his ability to move and talk, his creativity, imagination, and love for others is not limited. Jenson and his family have two published books and are working on a third.
When the students had the opportunity to ask questions, the first question asked: “Can I give you a hug?”
Local authors, Jenson and Darla Day, and Illustrator Chad Day visited primary students at Parker-Bennett-Curry this morning. They read their book, “Charlie and the Cheerful Hearts,” and encouraged students to spread cheer to others! The Day family also shared that while Jenson has cerebral palsy that limits his ability to move and talk, his creativity, imagination, and love for others is not limited. Jenson and his family have two published books and are working on a third.
When the students had the opportunity to ask questions, the first question asked: “Can I give you a hug?”
Author Visit! Katherine Applegate spoke to students at Potter Gray, T. C. Cherry, and Parker-Bennett-Curry this week. She is a Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author with more than 150 books including “The One and Only Ivan,” “wishtree,” and “Crenshaw.”
She spoke to students about her inspirations for writing; using imagination, research, and also several re-writes throughout the process.
Thanks to the Warren County Public Library for bringing another fabulous author to our schools!
She spoke to students about her inspirations for writing; using imagination, research, and also several re-writes throughout the process.
Thanks to the Warren County Public Library for bringing another fabulous author to our schools!
🍒 📸 Pics from the debut performance of the T.C. Cherry Jump Rope Club!
Students have been practicing each week after school to learn new skills. Thanks to Coach Tyler Beyke for leading the way! Onward Cherry!
New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka visited Dishman McGinnis and McNeill Elementary Schools today! His books include the graphic novel series, Lunch Lady, the Platypus Police Squad series, Punk Farm, and he also contributed to the Star Wars: Jedi Academy series.
At both schools, he shared his inspirations for writing and creating art through his life, such as the first book he wrote as a third grader. He talked to students about continuing to learn throughout life and not giving up. The time ended with questions from students and Krosoczka drawing a personalized “Lunch Lady” for each school.
A big THANKS to the Warren County Public Library for this great opportunity!
Potter Gray Wax Museum: Third graders, dressed as famous and historical figures, share facts they have researched with peers, families, and guests.
Twenty students from BGJHS attended the IdeaFestival at WKU which included a morning of speaker sessions and an afternoon of minds-on, hands-on activities. Pictured are BGJHS students in the event’s makerspace, creating paintings and puzzles, making smartphone microscopes and flying with a flight simulator instructed by retired United States Air Force Lieutenant General Steve Basham (BGHS Class of 1983).
The IdeaFestival is hosted by The Center for Gifted Studies at WKU in cooperation with the original IdeaFestival® in Louisville.
The IdeaFestival is hosted by The Center for Gifted Studies at WKU in cooperation with the original IdeaFestival® in Louisville.
🎺🥁 BG Bands on tour, visiting 5th graders to showcase instrument options in 6th grade.
Music programs are thriving at Bowling Green Junior High! More than 50% of students participate in band, choir, and/or orchestra.
Nine student athletes signed Letters of Intent at BGHS on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. We look forward to watching them continue their academic and athletic careers.
Once a Purple, Always a Purple!
Riley Crowe, Women’s Swim, University of Southern Indiana
Matt Mosely, Baseball, Rend Lake College
Landon Gilbert, Baseball, Cleveland State Community College
Jack Cowan, Baseball, Belmont University
Trevy Barber, Football, University of Indianapolis
Malik Coburn, Football, University of Indianapolis
Zach Jordan, Football, Georgetown College
Dru Jones, Football, Georgetown College
Montez Trussell, Football, Georgetown College
Signing photos by Ethan Gallagher, McKenzi Loid PR Intern
Once a Purple, Always a Purple!
Riley Crowe, Women’s Swim, University of Southern Indiana
Matt Mosely, Baseball, Rend Lake College
Landon Gilbert, Baseball, Cleveland State Community College
Jack Cowan, Baseball, Belmont University
Trevy Barber, Football, University of Indianapolis
Malik Coburn, Football, University of Indianapolis
Zach Jordan, Football, Georgetown College
Dru Jones, Football, Georgetown College
Montez Trussell, Football, Georgetown College
Signing photos by Ethan Gallagher, McKenzi Loid PR Intern
Ms. Amanda Brown, Art Teacher at Bowling Green Junior High was recognized at the February Board of Education meeting for earning National Board Certification in the area of Art/Early Adolescence Through Young Adulthood.
National Board Certification is a voluntary assessment program designed to recognize and reward great teachers—and make them better. Certification is achieved through a performance-based assessment that typically takes one to three years to complete.
Congratulations, Ms. Brown, NBCT!
Excellence Is Worth The Effort
National Board Certification is a voluntary assessment program designed to recognize and reward great teachers—and make them better. Certification is achieved through a performance-based assessment that typically takes one to three years to complete.
Congratulations, Ms. Brown, NBCT!
Excellence Is Worth The Effort
Congratulations to Mr. Lucas Allen and the BGJHS Percussion Ensemble for a wonderful performance at the 2026 KMEA Conference last week!
KMEA Performance Highlights
📖✨🍫 Something SWEET is happening with the "One School, One Book" project at McNeill Elementary!
For the past few weeks, students and families have been reading Patrick Skene Catling’s book, “The Chocolate Touch,” where everything John Midas touches turns into CHOCOLATE.
Celebrating the theme, the library has transformed into a candy chop, students are competing with daily trivia questions, and today, students were challenged to find 1,000 gold coins hidden throughout the building. The primary and intermediate classes that collect the most coins will see their collection transformed into chocolate!
Thanks to Ms. Hannah Ogden, Library Media Specialist for leading this project, and to the McNeill PTO and Stuff the Bus Foundation of SOKY for their generous support to make this fun project possible.
For the past few weeks, students and families have been reading Patrick Skene Catling’s book, “The Chocolate Touch,” where everything John Midas touches turns into CHOCOLATE.
Celebrating the theme, the library has transformed into a candy chop, students are competing with daily trivia questions, and today, students were challenged to find 1,000 gold coins hidden throughout the building. The primary and intermediate classes that collect the most coins will see their collection transformed into chocolate!
Thanks to Ms. Hannah Ogden, Library Media Specialist for leading this project, and to the McNeill PTO and Stuff the Bus Foundation of SOKY for their generous support to make this fun project possible.
Dishman-McGinnis celebrated the Boys to Men Tie Ceremony on January 22nd. Boys to Men empowers students to grow into positive, productive members of the future workforce, focusing on three key values: respect, commitment, and integrity. Tie colors are earned based on academic standing and the ability to recite the Boys to Men Creed.
Boys to Men Alum and BGHS Student Government President Cayden Dunn was the keynote speaker at the ceremony.
Thanks to all who made this event special: teachers, mentors, families, and community supporters.
Boys to Men Alum and BGHS Student Government President Cayden Dunn was the keynote speaker at the ceremony.
Thanks to all who made this event special: teachers, mentors, families, and community supporters.
Thank you Congressman Brett Guthrie for visiting Potter Gray and speaking to third graders about the role of government and working in Washington, D. C.
Fourth graders learning more about the structure and function of eyes.
Cow eye dissection at McNeill Elementary!
Cow eye dissection at McNeill Elementary!
