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“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!
An "egg-cellent" way to wrap up a 6th grade science unit! 🥚🍳
Students built custom heat shields with available materials to protect "egg-stronauts" from intense heat. Then they put their knowledge to the test, tracking temperature changes for their unit final. Mastering heat transfer!
Students built custom heat shields with available materials to protect "egg-stronauts" from intense heat. Then they put their knowledge to the test, tracking temperature changes for their unit final. Mastering heat transfer!
🎁 Santa needs help! Parker-Bennett-Curry 5th grade students build and code LEGO snowmobiles to deliver gifts to every stop.
Thanks to BGISD’s Digital Learning Coach Megan Marcum and Director of Technology Will King for their help with this activity.
Thanks to BGISD’s Digital Learning Coach Megan Marcum and Director of Technology Will King for their help with this activity.
McNeill Elementary 4th grade students held Poetry Publishing Parties today, sharing poems inspired by George Ella Lyon’s “Where I’m From.” Beautiful poems that celebrate each student’s home, family, and traditions.
The BGHS Band, Choir, and Orchestra performed for their largest audiences of the year with students in grades 4-8 attending concerts today.
BGISD students may begin playing instruments and singing in choir as 4th graders. Attending the annual school-day concert gives the younger Purples a chance to see and hear opportunities in their near future!
More than 250 BGHS students participate in the Performing Arts.
Thanks to teachers and staff in all schools, and a special thanks to the Transportation Department for making this day possible!
🌎 Bowling Green High School celebrates the diverse cultures represented in the school district and today students spent time learning about holidays of the world. More than 130 students shared presentations, games, and trivia about 24 different holidays from 17 countries.
📚 Gifts of new books for Dishman McGinnis students from the WKU Literacy Ambassadors. Literacy Ambassadors are future teachers helping to inspire a love of reading in all ages. Books were selected based on reading level and interests.
Thanks to Dr. Nancy Hulan and the WKU Literacy Ambassadors!
Thanks to Dr. Nancy Hulan and the WKU Literacy Ambassadors!
