Updates from Dr. Davis: Read all letters to the community
February 10, 2023
Dear Parents, Guardians and Staff:
This week I was able to visit Baker, Ray, McNamara, VanBuren and Elden. We have such a wonderful instructional team! Students were welcoming and engaged in their learning. The concerts this week also showcased the fabulous talent of our learners.
We have a wonderful district that really cares about the success of each child.
Below, please find updated announcements:
Calendar reminders:
- There is no school for students and staff on Monday, February 20th for President’s Day. District Offices are closed.
- There is no school for February Break from Tuesday, February 21st to Friday, February 24th.
- Students return to school on Monday, February 27th.
- Upstate University Hospital’s Mammography Van will visit the Baldwinsville School District at 29 E. Oneida Street in Baldwinsville on Monday, February 27th. Learn more on our website.
Hive:
Residents should have received the special edition of The Hive this week in their mailboxes. It is also available on our website now: READ HERE. This special edition of The Hive is focused on the Capital Improvement Project, which will be presented to voters during the school budget vote in May.
Go Bees:
Congratulations to our Boys Indoor Track and Field team who won the Class AA Sectional title last night. It was a big night for the Bees! Our student-athletes won multiple sectional titles. Great job to all who participated and congratulations to all of the winners:
- The 4x400-meter relay team of Logan Hayes, Kyle Scheckler, Zachary Arria and Jack McAllister were victorious in 3:35.74.
- In the 4x800-meter relay, Jack McAllister, Ryan Wilson, Jeffrey Ragonese and Solomon Holden-Betts won in 8:19.83.
- Jack McAllister won the 600-meter run (1:25.96) and Logan Hayes grabbed a win in the 300 meters (36.55). Noah Covert raced to a winning time in the 3,200-meter run (9:52.61), while Solomon Holden-Betts was victorious in the 1,000 meters (2:31.8) and the 1,600-meter run (4:24.9). Kyle Scheckler captured a win in pole vault (12-0).
- Our Girls Indoor Track & Field team also had a great night. Sydney McKenney placed first in the pole vault (11-0).
- Mia Pozzi, Clare Horan, Ava Davis and Madi Kennedy won the 4x400-meter relay in 4:14.55.
The Girls Varsity Bowling team will compete in Sectionals this Sunday at Flamingo Bowl. Go Bees! The Boys Varsity Bowling team competed in Sectionals last Sunday and finished 4th place in Class A and 5th place in Division I. Congratulations on a great season, Bees!
Little Women The Musical
Tickets are on sale now for the Baldwinsville Theater Arts Program production of Little Women The Musical. Performances will be held at 7 p.m. on March 9th, March 10th and March 11th. There will also be a show at 1 p.m. on March 12th. Tickets can be purchased online at www.bvilletheater.com. Tickets are $10, $12 or $15. Chase McElyea, 11th grade, plays Mr. John Brooke and Katelyn Reynolds, 12th grade, plays Meg March in the musical. Chase and Katelyn will perform “More Than I Am” from the musical during the Board of Education Spotlight at Monday’s school board meeting at 7 p.m. The live stream is posted on our website.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have and regularly check our website for important updates.
Sincerely,
Dr. Kathleen M. Davis, Acting Superintendent
February 3, 2023
Dear Parents, Guardians and Staff:
This week has been filled with collaboration and planning for students and learning. We have a talented team in the Baldwinsville Central Schools. This past week I met with our administrators to discuss current building needs and goals for 2023-2024. The vision is strong and student centered.
School is not in session on February 20-24th for the winter break. On February 20th we celebrate President’s Day and World Day of Social Justice. Please join us in celebrating Bus Driver appreciation day on February 23rd. Our drivers are dedicated and have safety in mind as their number one goal for our students.
I want to thank everyone in advance for being so welcoming as I assist the district over the next few months.
Below, please find updated announcements:
Spelling Bee
Three Baldwinsville Central School District students will compete in The Post-Standard | syracuse.com regional spelling bee at 10 a.m. on Saturday at S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University.
Congratulations and good luck to the following students:
- Liam Becker, fourth grade, Reynolds Elementary School
- Walid Nassar, sixth grade, Ray Middle School
- Lillian Piatkowski, fifth grade, Van Buren Elementary School
The spelling bee will be recorded and shown on syracuse.com on April 1.
Scholastic Writing Awards
Eleven C.W. Baker High School students have won awards in the 2023 Scholastic Writing Awards competition. Two of our students earned Gold Keys: Nivana Naipaulm and Isabelle Newcomb. Gold Key works are automatically advanced to the national level of adjudication in New York City, and National Medalists will be announced on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Visit our website to see the list of all of our winners. Congratulations!
Onondaga County Junior High All-County Festival
Durgee Junior High School and Ray Middle School students performed in the Onondaga County Junior High All-County Festival, which was held at Solvay High School on January 27th and 28th. Great job, students!
Mammography van to return to campus
Please help us spread the word that the Upstate University Hospital’s Mammography Van will visit our main campus at 29 E. Oneida Street on Monday, February 27th. The van will be parked by the District Operations Building. The screenings will be available between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. for women who have scheduled an appointment. Visit our website for more information and to schedule an appointment.
Mental Wellness Committee Spring Event
The Mental Wellness Committee is looking for community members and agencies who promote wellness, relaxation and self care to partner with us for our Spring Event! The committee is putting a focus on self-care for this event and is seeking volunteers who are interested in promoting and demonstrating their services at this event. From yoga and meditation to fitness centers and spas, we’re interested in learning more from you. The goal is to help students and families connect with local activities, agencies and organizations that focus on wellness and self-care. If you are interested, please complete this Google form. If you have any questions, contact Karrie LaMacchia at klamacchia@bville.org.
Pep Band
The Bees Pep Band will make their first-ever appearance at Le Moyne College tomorrow. They will be playing at the Women’s and Men’s Basketball double header, which starts at 1 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is $5.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have and regularly check our website for important updates.
Sincerely,
Dr. Kathleen M. Davis, Acting Superintendent
February 1, 2023
Dear Parents, Guardians, Baldwinsville Staff:
My heart goes out to all of our staff, students and the school community during this difficult time. Over the next few weeks it will be a time of great reflection and healing. The love and care that has been evidenced will be the light that helps us through.
As I rejoin the team to lead the district forward, my central goal will be to keep students as the center of all decisions. Over this past week I have been meeting and working closely with the leadership team and Dr. DeBarbieri to continue to address all aspects of the school’s operations. Building visits will be happening over the next few weeks. I have also moved here to provide the highest level of support during this transition period.
I am hopeful that together we can blanket the district and provide a protective shield for our students, staff and administration so learning and healing can happen. We will continue to celebrate student successes, provide support for our students’ social emotional needs, and lift our district back up. The Baldwinsville Central School District is and always has been a great place to learn, work and live.
You have my commitment to assist the district in moving forward by developing a long-range plan to ensure district stability, promote excellence in teaching and learning, and prepare students successfully for their future. I want to thank everyone in advance for their support as I navigate forward with the team.
Sincerely,
Dr. Kathleen M. Davis
Acting Superintendent
