James Bowie High School

i went to school at James Bowie from first grade till third. There's just something about that school that sticks with you! I'd love to get back down there someday and have a look around. As i remember it, school spirit was huge back then! I loved being a pirate then and am still proud of my days at James Bowie!

Our school is dull... We no longer have any pride and some of the teachers are too noisy and never stick to their own classrooms! I think that some of the rules are violateing our right of Freedom Of Expression! If a guy wants long hair or a earing, then let him wear it! Its not the school's life... its our life that our parents pay for... not them! I understand the fact of respect, but you have to give some in order to earn some! Not-to-mention the fact that us Jrs. have lots of good ideas but our sponsers refuse to hear us out! So for a warning, if you have ideas... save time because they arn't going to listen!!!
--Submitted by a student

I think the Ag program is the shining star of this district. It is by far tops in the whole county and probably one of the strongest in the state. More students are successful in this program than any other on campus. It all starts with their teachers. I don't know what they make but it ought to be higher than most. This Ag program puts others to shame. My kids went through this program and are better people as a result. They teach real life skills that last a life time. Overall it is a great district. Small enough to care but big enough to provide a good education. Good administrators, good teachers, safe environment and great kids!
--Submitted by a parent

To clarify a few things this district has the lowest tax rate of any K-12 school in the county. We maintain one of the highest graduation percentages in the region 8 area. Our technology level is well above average. Our administration and faculty are caring trained professionals that do a superb job in preparing our children for the next stage of their life. Bo Rogers Proud Parent and School Board Member
--Submitted by Bo Rogers, a parent

My children enjoy this school. We moved here about 10 years ago, and I have never felt so welcomed. The teachers are great. They know the students, they are on top of things. I appreciate them. As far as not agreeing with all of the things the professionals in their field do, we haven't walked a mile in their shoes either. There are a lot of good teachers at James Bowie.
--Submitted by JB Mom, a parent

The students here are outstanding. Unfortunately the administration and school board is a joke. It is a shame that such great students can't have the best qualified teachers and are being held back. The TAKS scores are less than desirable. Alot of negative publicity because of the actions of people who are supposed to be in charge and 'be professionals' in their field. A very high tax rate for such a small country school. The money is definitely not going toward hiring the best qualified teachers. This school needs a house cleaning starting at the top.
--Submitted by a parent

Extracurricular activities are awesome for a 1A school. Lots of areas for student and parent involvement. Constantly striving to improve educational envionment to serve students better. My experience is that the leadership teams REALLY want your child to succeed. If they go into the military, maybe it's because thats all the PARENT expects of the child. It's not up to the teachers to raise our children. We must be active and interested what they choose to be active and interested in. I love the genuine concern for the community as a whole that is found there.
--Submitted by karen arsenault, a parent

Great environment. Moral and ethical teachers, administrators. Students who are willing to learn will be well prepared for college. The counselor is very helpful in getting students and parents the information and forms needed to get aid or scholarships to great colleges.
--Submitted by a parent

No school spirit, teachers do not seem to care what grades are made by students. Most student go off to the military for a career.
--Submitted by a parent