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Welcome from Superintendent Dr. Noris Price
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It is an honor to welcome you back to the 2016-2017 school year! I hope you had a wonderful summer and are looking forward to the new school year.
We have begun the transition to a charter system which will allow for the type of flexibility and innovation that will help us tailor our academic programs to the needs of every student. Our new charter system will allow us to employ the innovative programs that will accelerate the success we've already seen in our graduation rate and dual enrollment program. Last year, our graduation rate increased from 66.6% to 79.8% and our students earned over 1,100 college credits.
In order to comply with our commitment for local school governance and decision-making as part of our Charter, Baldwin County Schools will begin the recruitment of Local School Governance Team members. The Local School Governance Team at each school will have increased decision-making capacity in matters of personnel, finances, curriculum and instruction, resource allocation, oversight of school improvement goals and school operations. However, under the charter, the Baldwin County Board of Education retains all constitutional authority and accountability.
As a Charter System, our goal is to see the Baldwin County School District become a world-class educational system right here in the heart of Central Georgia. I firmly believe that we’ve assembled the right team to do the work that needs to be done. We know, together, we can accomplish incredible things.
As always, our most sincere thanks to you for your continued support of our public schools.
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We are looking forward to a productive partnership with our parents/guardians to ensure our students achieve at high levels. We recognize that in order to be successful in school, our children need support from both the home and school. We know a strong partnership with parents/guardians will make a great difference in a child’s education. We ask that you support your child’s learning by ensuring that he/she:
- Attends school daily and arrives on time.
- Completes all homework assignments and studies for tests.
- Reads daily to develop a love of reading and to improve literacy skills.
- Shares school experiences with you so you area aware of his/her school life.
- Informs you if he/she needs additional support in any area or subject.
- Knows that you expect him/her to succeed in school.
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The Baldwin County School District has been able to make improvements to our facilities thanks to funding from E-SPLOST. Phase 1 i
mprovements and renovations include new video security systems, new secure vestibules, painting hallways and classrooms, installation of new flooring, upgrades to gymnasiums and stadium, and new technology for students and teachers.
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Olivia Pelton Wins Georgia State Title of Distinguished Young Woman
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Congratulations to Baldwin High School senior Olivia Pelton who won the Georgia State Title of Distinguished Young Woman last month at a competition in Marietta.
With her win, Olivia takes home over $17,000 in scholarship money and moves on to the national finals in Mobile, AL. in June of 2017.
Pelton is the fourth BHS student to win this award in the past ten years!
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Back to School Bash A Success
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On July 28, 2016, hundreds of BCSD families came out to learn more about their children's schools, the district as a whole and what to expect for the 2016-2017 school year.
It's just one of the many ways that we are building relationships with our students, families and educational partners that go beyond the classroom.
Students and families were able to get information about what to expect as school starts, collect school supplies, and take advantage of free health screenings.
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Baldwin High School Media Day
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Coach Hannah, along with three of his players, took part in the first ever Baldwin County High School Football Media Day hosted by the Union-Recorder and Central Georgia Technical College..
The event was a excellent showcase for our student athletes and a great primer for what is sure to be an exciting season to come.
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Last month, we held our New Teacher Orientation. We are incredibly excited about all of the new educators joining our BCSD family and we are confident we have assembled the right team to build on the successes.
Our new teacher orientation was a three-day event allowing our new teachers the chance to participate in sessions focusing on curriculum, instruction, assessment, classroom management, technology, and district policies and procedures.
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School Improvement
Leadership Team Workshop
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In July, members of the School Improvement Leadership Team from each school met to discuss the successes and challenges from the previous school year and develop a plan for the upcoming school year. School teams were able to share best practices for improving teaching and learning.
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Our first day of the 2016-2017 school year was incredibly smooth and has us off to a great start!
Our teachers and staff did an excellent job of handling the pressure and excitement that surround the first day back. We would like to recognize and thank the Milledgeville Police Department and the Baldwin County Sheriff's department for their assistance in making sure traffic both coming and going from school went as smooth as possible.
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A Great First Day of School
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BCSD hosted its annual open house events for all of our schools on Tuesday, August 2nd and Wednesday, August 3rd.
These open house events are a time for both students and their families to get oriented to their new classrooms, teachers and schools.
The open houses were a tremendous success with many of the schools able to meet approximately 90% of their students and families before the first day of school.
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Professional Learning Day
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On August 1st, teachers and support staff were gearing up for 2016-2017 by taking part in a Professional Learning Day. T
he Professional Learning Day was a chance for our teachers and support staff to take part in many different types of professional development classes and share best
practices.
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