September 1st, 2022

NEWS BEAT VIDEO FOR AUGUST 19th

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: Baldwin Graduate Raises Money for Stephen-Johnson’s Syndrome with ‘Color Purple’ Production

Last year, Milledgeville Mayor Mary Parham-Copelan declared August to be Stephen-Johnson syndrome Awareness month in honor of Baldwin High School graduate, Andre Williams, who was diagnosed with the disease in 2017. The skin disorder wreaks havoc on the patient's skin, causing extreme pain, skin sloughing, fevers, and blistering all over the body. Williams spent over a month at the Burn and Reconstructive Centers of America where the burns in his mouth and throat became so bad that his caretakers began to fear starvation and dehydration.

Andrea Williams graduated from Baldwin High School in 2011, and has recently co-created a new production company with a friend of his, Kenneth Jones, called AAK Entertainment. The company held it's first production, 'The Color Purple', on Saturday, August 13th, at the Baldwin High School theatre, with all proceeds going The Burn Foundation of America's Chavis House, which helps lodge and feed families of burn patients.

Williams said "It actually feels right, coming back to where I started. It's a great feeling... being a Baldwin Brave, I was spoiled here. All of my teachers were amazing."

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Retired Educators Association Donates to the Early Learning Center

The Baldwin County Retired Educators Association were very pleased to present a check to the Early Learning Center. The funds will be used by the Early Learning Center to purchase supplies or other needed materials for the students.

Dr. Dianna Hollins to Serve as STC Advisory Council for Georgia Department of Education

Congratulations to Dr. Dianna Hollins for being selected to serve on the 2022-2023 System Test Coordinator (STC) Advisory Council for the Georgia Department of Education.

Board Unanimously Votes to Name a Hallway at BHS in Memory of Lessie Lee "LC" Gordon

At this month's Board Meeting, Larry Stephens, a special education teacher at Baldwin High School, shared with the board why they should name the hallway leading to the cafeteria in honor of Mr. Lessie Lee "LC" Gordon, who served as a custodial worker for BHS for 40 years.

"Mr. LC's outstanding accomplishment, in his words would be his family," Stephens said, "but at the Baldwin County Board of Education, he served for many years at the high school... and he loved doing that. He pride himself in cleaning the low ground and the high ground, and was dedicated to professionalism and integrity."

After Mr. Stephens spoke, Superintendent Dr. Noris Price made the recommendation to name the hallway leading to the cafeteria in memoery of Mr. Gordon. The Board unanimously approved the recommendation. Over twenty members of LC's family poured into the Board Room wearing specially inscribed 'LC Gordon' shirts. Two of his children gave testimony to his impact not only on their lives, but on the lives of those throughout the Baldwin community for nearly half a century.

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Baldwin High School Partners with Helms College to Help Students Pursue Careers in the Culinary Arts

Baldwin High School students looking to begin a high-end career in the culinary arts have just received a huge advantage through a partnership between the Baldwin County School District and Helms College.  

Through the partnership, students are eligible to receive a scholarship of up to $10,000 dollars to join their CORC program (Culinary Operations in Resorts and Clubs), but Baldwin CTAE (Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education) Director Natalie Stowe says that the partnership goes well beyond the scholarship. 

"If they choose this pathway here, they shouldn't have to repeat the same coursework when they get to college," Stowe said. "Helms College has an amazing career placement program, plus they have two campuses, one in Macon and one in Augusta, and a tremendous resource through their partnership with Goodwill." 

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AUTHOR VISITS EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Mrs. Jemeria Cummings, a local author, and CEO of Building Readers First visited Mrs. Johnson's class to read her book, Paigey Waigey's Donut Shop. The children then made donuts using paper plates and collage materials!

LAKEVIEW PRIMARY RECOGNIZES POSITIVE OFFICE REFERRALS

Lake Primary encourages its staff to recognize students who display the 3 Rs of Success. Be Respectful, Be Responsible, & Be a Role Model. Staff can recognize the students by using the Positive Office Referrals. The recognized students are given a shout-out over the intercom, a treat, and a phone call to their parents from the principal or assistant principal to tell them the good news.

MIDWAY HILLS PRIMARY WELCOMES ITS

NEW COUNSELOR

The new counselor, Ms. Sonya Murray, is enjoying visiting classrooms and introducing herself to our scholars. Ms. Murray is a familiar face in a new position this year and she is rocking it

MIDWAY HILLS ACADEMY CELEBRATES ITS PBIS KICKOFF 

Midway Hills Academy hosts its first event of the year with a 2022 PBIS Kick Off/Beginning of the Year Pep Rally!

Lakeview Academy Teacher of the Year LaShonda Hurst Speaks on the Role of Flexibility in the Classroom

What surprised LaShonda Hurst most about winning the 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year for Lakeview Academy was that she doesn’t see herself as a someone with a one-size-fits-all method for teaching, but instead prides herself on her flexibility and the way that she’s able to flow with the current of her students’ moods and learning abilities.

“When you walk in, in the morning, you’re never going to know who’s feeling the best,” she said, “or who’s not feeling the best, but it’s still a matter of giving a smile, saying good morning, and moving on with the day.” Hurst begins the year by establishing a sense of mutual trust, love, and support with her students that allows for patience and flexibility.

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PRINCIPAL RAY TAKES A "BRAVES WALK" WITH STAFF and STUDENTS

Taking a page from a colleague, our principal, Mr. Ray, decided on a new approach to introduce staff and students to our school and community. During his "BRAVE WALKS", Mr. Ray takes a few minutes to speak with them about their backgrounds, hopes, and plans for the school year ahead.

STUDENT TRINITY JOHNSON RECOGNIZED AS A YOUNG SCIENTIST

Georgia College Early College student Trinity Johnson was recognized at this month's Board Meeting for being selected for the Young Scientists Academy at Georgia College. 

The Young Scientists Academy at Georgia College is run by Dr. Catrena H. Lissee, director of the Science Education Center and primary mentor of the participants who come from high schools within Georgia's rural areas.

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BALDWIN BRAVES KICK OFF THE FOOTBALL SEASON AGAINST THE PEACH COUNTY TROJANS

On Friday night, the Baldwin Braves celebrated the kick off of the 22'-23' season in style, as everyone came out to witness the first game. The Band of the Braves gave the first taste of their new show, "In Plain Sight" during halftime, and the Braves cheerleading squad were on deck to show off some new moves.

The Braves squared off against the Peach County Trojans, an old rival that they haven’t met on the field in nearly ten years. Both teams brought their A game for a remarkable opener to the season, but the Trojans came out on top with the win.

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BALDWIN BRAVETTES START SEASON OFF WITH A BANG

We have started our season off with a bang. After August 11th's win against Laney, 21-2, their record is 3-0. This is the second game that everyone has been able to play in, and all but one player scored!

LAKEVIEW ACADEMY AND MIDWAY HILLS ACADEMY  TO BEGIN AUDITIONS FOR VIDEO GAME THEMED MUSICAL 

This year Baldwin Academy Playhouse will be doing Press Start the musical. Press start is a video game-style musical based on characters we all know and love. These characters must put on a musical fundraiser to raise gold rings so that they can play on.

If your child is interested in auditioning for this production please visit our website to learn more about the show, fill out the audition form, and listen to the music!

 Baldwin Academy Playhouse is comprised of children from Lakeview Academy and Midway Hills Academy. If you have any questions please contact Elizabeth Yorker at elizabeth.yorker@baldwin.k12.ga.us or Robyn Meeks at robyn.meeks@baldwin.k12.ga.us.