Dr. DeBarbieri has been deputy superintendent for Baldwinsville since 2016 and has also served as acting superintendent of schools. He took on the role of permanent superintendent on July 1, 2023. Dr. DeBarbieri began his career in Baldwinsville in 2002 as a math teacher at Charles W. Baker High School. He has worked as a building administrator at Baker High School and Van Buren Elementary School and also served as assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction before taking on the role as deputy superintendent. Dr. DeBarbieri has a Doctor of Education from Syracuse University, a Certificate of Advanced Studies from Syracuse University, a Master of Science from Le Moyne College, and a Bachelor of Arts from Syracuse University.

October 10, 2025

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Staff,

It’s been another busy and exciting week in our Hive, and I hope everyone is enjoying the cooler autumn weather! There is no school for students and district offices are closed on Monday, October 13th in observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day. I hope the upcoming three-day weekend gives your family a chance to rest, recharge and enjoy some time together!

I have a few announcements to share with you today: 

Athletics:

Our Girls Tennis team will compete against Fayetteville-Manlius in the final round of the Section III Class A Team Championship at 3:30 p.m. today at home. Go Bees!

I also want to give a shoutout to our undefeated Boys Modified 7/8 White Team, coached by Mike Green. Our boys and girls modified soccer teams are having an amazing season. With the fall modified season starting to wind down, we’re so proud of all our modified athletes for their hard work, teamwork and dedication. Great job, everyone! Have a strong finish to the season! Go Bees!

Championship action continues next week. Our cheerleaders will compete in the league championships on Wednesday, October 15th at Fulton High School and the Girls gymnastics sectionals will be held on Friday, October 17th at Valley Gymnastics. Go Bees!

Marching Band: 

This weekend, the Marching Bees will represent our hive in Annapolis, Maryland at the USBands Marine Corps Invitational! Their performance time is 5:35 p.m. Saturday at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Let’s Go Bees!

Wizard of Oz:

Join Dorothy and her dog Toto as she is dropped into the merry old land of Oz and follows the yellow brick road to meet with the Wizard and finds some new friends along the way.  The Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion join Dorothy in her attempt to return home and her battle with the Wicked Witch. Baldwinsville Theater Arts Program Presents The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition at 7 p.m. on Friday, November 7th and Saturday, November 8th. Ticket information coming soon! 

Junior High Area All State Music Festival:

The following students have been invited to perform at the New York State School Music Association's Junior High Area All State Music Festival on November 7th & 8th:

Aria Lee - Concert Band - Flute

Christopher Aloi - Concert Band - Trumpet

Cara Quinn - Orchestra - Double Bass

Nicholas Atcheson - Orchestra - Violin

Congratulations! Go Bees!

Community Café:

You’re invited to join us for our Community Café on Tuesday, October 21st at C.W. Baker High School in the cafeteria. The topic discussed will be Healthy & Nutritious Food Choices at School. The Community Café, which will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., is an opportunity to bring together students, staff, parents and community members to discuss important topics impacting the school district. Guests will gather in small groups as we share ideas, perspectives and light refreshments. Registration is required. We hope you can join us!

National Bullying Prevention Month:

October is National Bullying Prevention Month and Wednesday, October 22nd is Unity Day. Unity Day is a day to come together and remind us that we all deserve to be treated with kindness, be accepted as who we are, and feel included at all times. Everyone is encouraged to wear orange to show their support for bullying prevention.

Seeking Volunteers:

We are starting the development process for the 2026-2027 budget and we are seeking community input through budget advisory committees. The District is looking for volunteers to serve on committees to review specific areas of the budget and to provide input on the budget cost savings prior to the budget components being presented to the Board of Education for review. Learn more on our website. October 15th is the deadline to signup. 

Go Bees! Have a great 3-day weekend.

Sincerely,

Dr. Joseph M. DeBarbieri
Superintendent of Schools

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