What's Bruin in Baldwin

OCTOBER 2026

Check out Baldwin Union Free School District's official digital newsletter for the most recent highlights about our schools, innovative curriculum and programs, accolades, acts of kindness, celebrations and more! For more Baldwin UFSD news, visit www.baldwinschools.org and connect with us on social media. #WeAreBaldwin

Baldwin UFSD Among Niche’s 2027 Best School Districts in America

District Receives “A” Grade and Ranks Among Best K-12 School Districts in America

Baldwin UFSD Proudly Announces More Than 300 AP Scholars

Awards Based on AP Exam Scores During 2025-2026 Academic Year

Plaza Elementary School Celebrates National Civics Day with Tribute to Baldwin’s Aviation History

Students Unveil Restored Historical Marker, Honor Local Veterans and Interview State Senator Siela A. Bynoe as Part of Special Civic Celebration

Baldwin UFSD Featured on Front Cover of Newsday for Pilot Program

"What's Next after NYS Regents Exams Phase Out? Pilot Programs at 3 Long Island Schools Offer Clues"

Meadow Elementary School Teacher, Dr. Emily Clark, Featured on CBS NY, Inside Edition and More!

"Thank You Note from a Child to a Firefighter After 9/11 Leads to a Full-Circle Moment, 25 Years Later"

NYSSBA Recognizes Baldwin Middle School with “Culture of Caring” Honor

Initiative Recognized for Raising More Than $15,000 for Make-A-Wish

Baldwin Schools Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month Through Art, Culture and Student-Led Learning

Steele Elementary Hosts ¡Viva Latino! Art Exhibition

Lenox Elementary Students Explore Native American History and Culture

PTA-Sponsored Cultural Arts Program Brings History to Life

Baldwin UFSD Schools Stand in Solidarity in Honor of Unity Day

Students and Staff Unite Against Bullying

Baldwin Fire Department Partners with Baldwin Schools to Ensure Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness

Local Firefighters Visit Elementary Schools During Fire Prevention Month and More!

Baldwin UFSD Proudly Celebrates School Board Recognition Week

District Honors Board of Education for Leadership, Service and Commitment to Empowering Students (Watch Videos)

Baldwin Schools Celebrates Autumn with Festive, Family-Friendly Events Across the District

PTA-Sponsored Fall Festivals, Trunk-or-Treat Celebrations and More Bring Families Together

News 12 Covers New AP Course During Cybersecurity Awareness Month

During National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Baldwin High School students enrolled in the district’s new Advanced Placement (AP) Cybersecurity course welcomed cybersecurity professionals from Nassau BOCES for a special presentation on real-world cyber threats, emerging technologies and career opportunities. Students learned about the critical role of Security Operations Centers (SOCs), network security, phishing, identity protection and other strategies used to safeguard sensitive information and digital infrastructure. The special presentation was also featured on News 12 Long Island. Learn more >>

Baldwin High School Business Teacher Discusses Financial Literacy on WUSB 90.1 FM

Mr. Gregg Kelley Interviewed on "Uncritical Thinking: Interviews with Interesting People"

Baldwin High School Assistant Principal, Stephen Saravia, Quoted in Newsday

"SAT Scores 2026: How NYS Students Performed"

Baldwin Herald Features High School Financial Literacy Curriculum

"New AP Course Arrives as State Requirement Takes Effect"

Baldwin Middle School Launches “Stamp It Forward” Beginning of National Bullying Prevention Month

Baldwin Middle School is spreading kindness and positivity through its annual Stamp It Forward program! This schoolwide initiative recognizes and celebrates students and staff who demonstrate the qualities of true BRUINS—Brave, Respectful, Upstander, Inclusive, Noble and Scholarly. By encouraging students to put these values into action and make a positive difference in their school community, Stamp It Forward helps foster a culture of kindness, respect and belonging while reinforcing the district’s Future Ready Competencies. Learn more >>

Baldwin Middle School Hosts First Annual Counselor Week

Guidance Department Helps Students Build Connections with School Counselors and Learn About Support Services

Steele Elementary School and Baldwin Middle School Highlighted in Newsday

21 Long Island schools Named PTA Schools of Excellence

For More on "What's Bruin in Baldwin"

See all of the district's latest news stories on the Baldwin UFSD website at www.baldwinschools.org/news.

Fall Parent Academy Workshop, Featuring New In-Person Format

Tuesday, November 17, 7 pm, Baldwin High School

The Baldwin Council of PTAs and the Baldwin Union Free School District are pleased to invite all K-12 families to the next Parent Academy Workshop! Join us for an informative and interactive evening designed to empower families with valuable resources and strategies to support their child(ren)’s educational journey while fostering the district’s Future-Ready Competencies that prepare students for success in school and beyond. Families can choose two out of four engaging 30-minute sessions.

Please see the flyer for more information on each session and complete the registration form >>

"Path To College Athletics: A Game Plan for Student Athletes and Parents"

Monday, November 2, 6:30 PM, Baldwin High School

Baldwin Athletics invites all student-athletes in grades 10-12 and their parents to a special presentation on college recruiting! Join Josh Corbs of PSG Culture to learn more about navigating the college recruiting process.

Don't Miss Baldwin High School's Fall Musical "The Addams Family"

Tickets go on sale to the general public for the fall musical beginning November 4 and can be purchased here.

Performance Dates:

Thursday, November 19 – 4 PM
Friday, November 20 – 7 PM
Saturday, November 21 – 2 PM and 7 PM

Free Tickets for Baldwin Senior Citizens: Complimentary tickets will be available at the door for the November 19 performance at 4 PM and November 21 matinee at 2 PM.

Other Important Upcoming Events

11/2 - Winter I Sports Tryouts, MS
11/2 - "Path To College Athletics: A Game Plan for Student Athletes and Parents"

11/3 - Superintendent's Conference Day – Schools Closed for Students Only

11/4 - Board of Education Meeting, Steele, 8 PM

11/7 - SAT & SAT II

11/7 - Intramural Night, HS, 6:45 PM

11/10 - End of 1st Marking Period, HS & MS

11/10 - Elementary Flag Day

11/10 - Fitness Jamboree, HS, 3:30 PM

11/11 - Schools Closed

11/12 - Parent/Teacher Conferences, HS & MS, Option 1

11/16 - Winter Sports Tryouts, HS

11/16 - CPSE to CSE Transitional Informational Night, DO, 6:30 PM

11/17 - Report Cards Published to Portal, HS & MS

11/17 - Parent Academy Workshop, HS, 7 PM

11/19 - Musical Production, Addams Family, HS, 4 PM

11/20 - Musical Production, Addams Family, HS, 7 PM

11/21 - Musical Production, Addams Family, HS, 2 PM & 7 PM
11/23 - Parent/Teacher Conferences, HS & MS, Option 2

11/26 - 11/27 – Schools Closed

For School-Specific Events and Awareness Days: Check your school's website or newsletter

For the District Calendar (Both Full and One-Page Calendar): Visit www.baldwinschools.org/calendar

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