Announcements for Friday, October 2, 2026
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Staff,
How time flies! It’s hard to believe we are already welcoming October. It feels like just yesterday we were opening the doors for the first day of school, and now we have already celebrated the announcement of the Baker’s Dozen, welcomed families to curriculum nights across our schools and our fall athletic teams and marching band are preparing for the postseason. There is certainly no shortage of excitement across our Hive!
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank the members of our Facilities team for their ongoing commitment to keeping our schools and buildings safe, clean and welcoming for our students, staff and community. Today is School Custodian Appreciation Day, making it the perfect time to recognize and thank our custodial staff for all they do each day. Your hard work, dedication and care make a difference throughout our entire Hive!
I have a few announcements to share with you today:
Baker’s Dozen:
C.W. Baker High School proudly announced the Baker’s Dozen for the Class of 2027, celebrating 13 students who have distinguished themselves through academic achievement, leadership and involvement throughout their high school careers.
Congratulations:
Rory Heywood — Valedictorian
Anna Kelepurovski — Salutatorian
Keira Bennett
Benjamin Forman
Rylee Butler
Mira Nadzan
Victoria Lee
Gavin Butler
Liam McOmber
Olivia Battaglia
Levi Schanzenbach
Julia LeMay
Lola Capone
Go Bees!
Commended Scholars:
Congratulations to Rory Heywood, Anna Kelepurovski and Benjamin Forman, standout members of the Class of 2027, who have been named Commended Students in the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Program. This honor recognizes students who demonstrate exceptional academic promise and places all three of them among the top performers nationwide.
Marching Band:
The Marching Bees extend a huge thank you to our community for supporting the program and joining us for the Home Show last weekend! The Hive was buzzing, and thanks to our incredible community, the event was a success. The Marching Bees are back in competition this Saturday at West Genesee High School at 7:18 p.m. Go Bees!
Athletics:
Boys Golf Sectionals will take place on Wednesday, October 7th at Drumlins Country Club.
Our Girls Tennis team will be playing in the Section III Class A Team semifinals at home on Tuesday, October 6th at 3:30 p.m. If they win, Sectional Finals will be at home on Wednesday, October 7th at 3:30 p.m.
Reminder: Registration on FamilyID for Winter I sports is now open. Winter I sports are girls volleyball for 7th and 8th graders and boys basketball for 7th, 8th and 9th graders. To sign up, please go to FamilyID to make an account and register. FamilyID registration for Winter I modified sports closes on Monday, October 19th and the first day is Monday, October 26th.
Please continue to check ParentSquare, your email and our website at www.bville.org, for important updates. As always, please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.
Go Bees!
Sincerely,
Dr. Joseph M. DeBarbieri
Superintendent of Schools
