The Pursuit of Excellence award is presented to employees who go above and beyond the call of duty. Nominations can be made by BCSD employees, students, parents and community members. The nomination form can be found on our website under the Human Resources Department tab . Congratulations to James St. John, our November 2025 Pursuit of Excellence Award recipient. James St. John Bus Driver for the Baldwin County School District Mr. James St. John is working in his seventh y

The Oak Hill Middle School cafeteria was filled with excitement and pride on Monday, November 3rd, as Baldwin County Schools hosted the 2025–2026 REACH Georgia Signing Day Ceremony. This annual event celebrates the newest cohort of REACH Scholars, students who have demonstrated strong academic promise, leadership, and character and recognizes the community partners who make their success possible. The Honorable Floyd Griffin presented each student with a copy of his book. REA

If you’ve ever walked into Jessica Moose’s classroom, you’ve probably heard laughter, seen creativity in motion, and felt her belief in every student like sunlight through the windows. “Sometimes people say I’m over the top,” Moose laughs, “but I just love what I do. I feed off the kids’ energy.” That energy has made her one of Midway Hills Academy’s most beloved teachers and now, she's Midway Hills Academy's Teacher of the Year. From Business to the Classroom Moose’s journey

When the lights rise on Baldwin High School’s production of Medea , audiences won’t be stepping into ancient Greece! They’ll be transported to a 1950s living room humming with heartbreak, defiance, and just a touch of rock-and-roll. This bold reinterpretation of Euripides’ classic tragedy has already earned Baldwin High’s theater program the Region 4-AAA One-Act Championship for the second year in a row. Directed by theater teacher Amy Zipperer and co-directed by English teac

When it comes to school spirit, Lakeview Primary knows how to light things up. Literally. Last week, students, teachers, and families joined together for the school’s first-ever Boosterthon Glow Run, a high-energy fundraiser that blended fitness, character lessons, and a whole lot of laughter. By the end of the week, Lakeview had raised over $8,000! All for classroom resources, math manipulatives, new books, and PBIS incentives. “The students absolutely loved it!” said Lakevi

The Baldwin County School District is spreading extra holiday cheer this season thanks to a generous $2,000 grant from the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board of Directors! This funding will help expand BCSD’s Annual Holiday Nutrition Program an initiative that supports local families during the Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks when school meals aren’t available. While the holidays are a time of joy and celebration for many, they can also bring uncertainty for families who rely

Special Blog Post Written by BCSD Safety Director Corey Goble Fire safety starts with awareness whether you’re at school, at home, or anywhere in between. Each October, we observe Georgia Fire Safety Month to remind everyone that being prepared saves lives. This month, our Baldwin County Schools practiced those lessons firsthand with help from the Baldwin County Fire Department, including Assistant Fire Marshal Captain Shepherd Davis and Fire Safety Educator Dylan Amerson. To

At Midway Hills Primary, Brandi Lawrence is known for her calm presence, big heart, and of course, snacks! “That’s how you know it’s a good day," she laughs, "when everyone’s safe, everyone’s learning, and everyone’s got a full belly!" Lawrence teaches special education, serving kindergarten through second grade students. “We follow each student’s IEP (Individualized Education Plan) to help them succeed,” she explains. “It’s about seeing the potential in every child and giv

As the temperatures drop, kindness is heating up in Baldwin County! The Knights of Columbus Council 9458 from Sacred Heart Catholic Church graciously donated 48 brand-new jackets to the Baldwin County School District’s Bundle Up Baldwin Jacket Drive, helping ensure that local students stay warm this winter. Grand Knight Gil Davila, accompanied by fellow Knights Tim Kimerling, Chris Lowery, Jay Sanders, and Jerry Huellemeier, personally delivered the coats to the Board of Educ

When you think of Algebra I, most people imagine squiggly letters, the dreaded “x,” and maybe a few panicked memories of pop quizzes. But for Baldwin High’s Alicia Johnson, math isn’t scary, it’s an adventure. “It’s the beginning of the abstract,” she says. “That’s why I want to be here. Algebra I is ninth grade. It’s their first real math class, and it sets the foundation for everything else. That’s where I need to make the most impact.” Finding Her Calling Johnson didn’t al

Baldwin County School District celebrates statewide recognition for student progress and achievement The Baldwin County School District is thrilled to announce that Lakeview Academy School has been named a 2025 Title I Reward School by the Georgia Department of Education! This prestigious recognition places Lakeview Academy among the top 5% of Title I schools in the state for making the most progress in improving performance in English Language Arts and Mathematics. The honor

In Baldwin County, Friday nights under the lights are more than just football games. They’re community traditions. The cheers, the rivalries, the marching band, these moments bring our families and fans together year after year. To make sure those memories stay positive, Baldwin County Schools has launched a new video series called “School Safety Sessions.” This month’s feature, “Game Day Safety,”  spotlights Athletic Director Dexter Ricks, who joins our communications team t

The Pursuit of Excellence award is presented to employees who go above and beyond the call of duty. Nominations can be made by BCSD employees, students, parents and community members. The nomination form can be found on our website under the Human Resources Department tab . Congratulations to the following employees who are the October 2025 Pursuit of Excellence Award recipients. Lauren Birston School Counselor at Midway Hills Academy Ms. Birston is working in her second yea

The Baldwin High School Band of the Braves brought the storm to Monroe Area High School on Saturday, October 4, earning top honors at this year’s Hurricane Classic. The band performed with excellence across every category, earning Superior ratings in Color Guard, Drum Major, Percussion, and Overall Band—a clean sweep of the competition’s highest rating. Class Awards Color Guard:  2nd Place Drum Major:  1st Place Percussion:  1st Place Overall Band:  1st Place Overall Placemen

If you’ve ever walked the halls of Baldwin High School and caught the scent of freshly-baked cookies mingled with the sound of laughter and the hum of commerce, you’ve probably found yourself outside The Tomahawk Shop , located just outside the cafeteria in the College & Career Academy building hallway. This isn’t your average school snack stand. It’s a full student-run business managed by Baldwin High’s Marketing Pathway students, and under the guidance of marketing teacher

If you wander the halls of Oak Hill Middle School, you might spot Tiandra Canty doing exactly what she does best, connecting. Whether it’s encouraging a student in science lab, chatting with kids in the hallway, or coaching on the track field, Canty radiates the kind of energy that makes school feel like a second home. This year, Canty was selected to take on the position of Instructional Coach for Oak Hill Middle School, “I honestly think it was a calling,” she says. “Even a

Leading the Way for Baldwin County’s Workforce Future We’re proud to share that Baldwin County School District Superintendent Dr. Kristina Brooks has been named to the Georgia Superintendents’ Workforce Leadership Academy , a partnership between the University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government  and Georgia Power . Dr. Brooks is one of only 20 superintendents statewide chosen for this inaugural cohort, which focuses on strengthening connections between K-12 educat

Special Blog Post by Superintendent Dr. Kristina Brooks A Message from the Superintendent As we approach my first 90-day milestone, I am so grateful to the Baldwin community for your immediate partnership. Your openness and enthusiasm have created the perfect space for us to succeed. We are not just planning anymore, but have begun to implement wide-ranging strategies to support our children and community. As we keep building that trust, we open the door to the most important

Big news from the halls of Baldwin High School's Georgia College Early College Program! 11th-grader Rahina Biyogmam has been chosen from more than 1,200 applicants across Georgia to serve on State School Superintendent Richard Woods’ 2025-2026 Student Advisory Council. She was formally recognized on Tuesday, October 14th, by the Baldwin Board of Education for this amazing achievement! That’s right! Out of 1,235 student voices, Baldwin County’s very own Rahina will be one of j

Please join us in congratulating our Oak Hill Middle School Track & Field Team for an incredible season! This year, our runners and field competitors represented Oak Hill with outstanding performances across multiple events. Their commitment to excellence and teamwork exemplifies what it means to be a Brave, both on and off the track. A special thank you goes to our dedicated coaches and sponsors for their leadership, encouragement, and countless hours of preparation througho