Didn’t John Bowne High School open its doors in 1964? Named after English immigrant John Bowne, this public high school sits right here in Flushing Queens. Welcome to John Bowne High School.
John Bowne High School has nearly four thousand students. It stands proudly next to Queens College. This school offers several specialized programs. These include science research a law program and a creative arts program. There is also a writing program and an agriculture program.
Let’s talk about STEM. It is John Bowne’s science research program. STEM students tackle tasks in science technology engineering and math. They even compete in bridge building.
The Academy for Creative Artists is another unique offering at John Bowne High School. Originally, it was the Center for Writing. In 2015, it transformed to focus more on drama and acting.
Agriculture is a standout program here. John Bowne has its own 3.8 acre farm. This gives students hands-on experience. They learn about animal and plant science. Imagine a working farm right in the city.
Sports are a big part of John Bowne High School too. Male teams include baseball basketball bowling and cricket. They also have cross country golf handball soccer tennis volleyball and wrestling.
Female athletes compete in basketball cross country and handball. They also participate in indoor and outdoor track soccer tennis volleyball and softball.
The John Bowne Men’s Varsity Tennis team had a rough year in 1994. They lost all their meets. But in 1998 they were undefeated winning the NYC divisional championship.
In 2011 the Varsity Baseball team won the B City Championship. They beat Van Buren 2 to 1.
Many notable people attended John Bowne High School. Jerry Beck is an animation historian. Hamidou Diallo plays professional basketball. Adele Diamond is a neuroscience professor. Ehinomen Ehikhamenor is a boxer. Ibram X. Kendi is a professor and author. Kevin Kelley is a boxer as well. Steve Ratzer and Heathcliff Slocumb both played Major League Baseball. Even film producers Harvey and Bob Weinstein walked these halls.
John Bowne High School has a diverse student body. The student-teacher ratio is about 14 to 1. Students generally feel safe and happy here. Many participate in clubs and activities.
With its unique programs and notable alumni John Bowne High School stands as a pillar. It is a place of learning and growth in Queens. Its colors are Navy Blue Gray and White and its mascot are the Wildcats. Remember John Bowne High School is more than just a school. It is a community.