Special Blog Post by Oak Hill Middle School Dance Teacher Crystal Williams On Friday, June 26, the Baldwin County Dance Companies traveled to Athens, Georgia, to compete at the OPEN CALL National Dance Competition, where they earned the distinction of becoming National Finalists. Representing Midway Hills Elementary were: Kensley Saulsberry, Omni McMillon, and Skylar Driskell, while Oak Hill Middle School was represented by Aubrey Robinson, Jha'kayla Sherman, Normani Baldwin

Baldwin High School recently welcomed Coach Jimmy Fields as the new Head Boys Basketball Coach for the Baldwin Braves during a special meet and greet held at BHS. The evening brought together student-athletes, families, school leaders, district administrators, and community members to celebrate the next chapter of Baldwin Basketball. The event was hosted by Athletic Trainer Coach Dexter Ricks and featured remarks from BHS Principal Markeeta Clayton, BCSD Superintendent Dr. Kr

Special Blog Post by BCSD Athletic Director Dexter Ricks The 2026 GHSA Class AAA Track and Field Championships were held on May 14 at the brand-new, $60 million Spec Towns Track on the campus of University of Georgia. High school track and field athletes from across Georgia had the opportunity to compete at one of the premier facilities in the nation. The Baldwin High School track and field teams capped off another successful season with several outstanding performances and m

Left to right: Gary Benslay, Dana Peterson, Ed Boyen, Seth Williford, Manzie Broxton, Dr. Gloria Wicker, Dr. Kristina Brooks, Dr. Rodney Tyson, Dexter Ricks, Brian Daniel, Joshua Fields Baldwin County School District officially broke ground on a new athletic complex at Oak Hill Middle School on June 2nd, marking an exciting milestone for student-athletes, families, and the Baldwin County community. The project represents another step forward in the district’s continued commit

Seventy-nine 4th grade Lakeview Academy students celebrated 2025–2026 meeting their on-grade level reading goals with an Atlanta Braves game sponsored by Fouts Bros. through the Baldwin Reads program. There are a lot of ways to celebrate a good book. Some celebrations involve a new bookmark. Some involve a quiet corner and one more chapter. For 79 Lakeview Academy 4th grade students who met their I-Ready on-grade level literacy goals during the 2025–2026 school year, the cel

Baldwin County School District is proud to celebrate Brenda Brown, media specialist at Lakeview Primary School, who has been named the 2026 Central Georgia Region Library Media Specialist of the Year by the Georgia Library Media Association. Brown was recognized during the GLMA Summer Institute, where library media specialists from across the state gathered to celebrate excellence, leadership, innovation, and service in school library media programs. This regional honor recog

Baldwin County School District recently rolled out the red carpet for some of its most dedicated young readers, celebrating students who reached the incredible milestone of reading one million words or more during the school year. To honor their achievement, the district treated its “Millionaires” to a deluxe tour aboard one of two luxury limousines, carrying students through historic Downtown Milledgeville before arriving at Little Tokyo for a special celebratory lunch. Big

Baldwin County School District recently celebrated a powerful full-circle moment for its Project SEARCH program, honoring the graduation of its current interns while officially welcoming the next cohort of students during a special signing ceremony at Baldwin High School on May 5th. The new interns, Derek McConnell, Joshua Nesbitt, Tiffany Page, and twins JaKayle Hector and JaKyle Hector were welcomed by the graduating interns. Project SEARCH is a nationally recognized workfo

Baldwin County School District has been honored with the 2026 Best Communities for Music Education Award from The NAMM Foundation, recognizing the district’s outstanding support of music education and its continued commitment to ensuring students have access to high-quality arts learning opportunities for the eleventh straight year. Now in its 27th year, the Best Communities for Music Education program celebrates school districts and individual schools across the country that

A Tradition More Than 20 Years in the Making At Lakeview Academy, history does not just stay on the page. For more than 20 years, teacher Rhonda Crane has helped students step into the lives of historical figures, scientists, leaders, and changemakers through the school’s fourth grade Living Wax Museum. Crane said the project began when she was teaching kindergarten and has followed her ever since. “It’s my baby,” she said. “It’s something I’ve done every year, and I just get

A Night for the Class of 2026 There’s something special about seeing a room full of seniors, families, educators, and community partners gathered for one reason: to celebrate what students have worked so hard to become. Last week, Baldwin High School honored the Class of 2026 during its Annual Senior Awards Banquet, recognizing students for academic achievement, leadership, service, career readiness, and the many quiet, steady efforts that brought them to this milestone. Scho

Baldwin County School District was honored to have Superintendent Dr. Kristina Brooks invited to Georgia Military College to deliver a special Mother’s Day message celebrating mothers, families, students, and the power of community. Speaking to cadets, families, local leaders, and guests, Dr. Brooks reflected on the lessons she learned from her own mother, the importance of gathering around the table, and the role mothers play in shaping not only their children’s lives, but t

At Baldwin High School, the Freshman Academy is creating meaningful opportunities for students to grow not just academically, but personally and socially as well. Recently, that mission came to life during a dynamic Women’s Empowerment Session held in the Fine Arts Theater, where students and community leaders came together for a morning rooted in connection, reflection, and real-world learning. Student Voice Takes Center Stage The session, organized in partnership with the B

On April 23, 2026, Baldwin High School once again hosted its annual Golden Apple Awards in the Fine Arts Atrium, bringing together students, educators, and families for a meaningful morning centered on gratitude, recognition, and connection. Now in its fourth year, the Golden Apple Awards have become one of the most anticipated traditions within the Baldwin County School District, celebrating the powerful relationships that shape student success. A Tradition Rooted in Gratitu

At the April meeting, the Baldwin County School District Board of Education approved performance services for a new athletic complex at Oak Hill Middle School, marking a significant investment in student opportunities and campus growth. The Board also celebrated a wide range of student and staff achievements, recognizing honors in academics, athletics, and the arts, including DECA competitors, Stock Market Game winners, regional and state champions, and standout programs such

At the Baldwin County School District, student voice and creativity are always worth celebrating, and at Lakeview Primary, that celebration takes on a particularly special form each year. Through the Young Georgia Authors (YGA) competition and the school’s cherished Author’s Tea, students are recognized not just for their writing skills, but for the stories they bravely share with the world. A Statewide Tradition, Rooted in Baldwin The Young Georgia Authors competition is a s

By Team Reports Apr 16, 2026, 7:51pm Baldwin barely beat Howard the last time the pair played, but that sure wasn't the case this time around. The Braves' defense stepped up to hand the Huskies a 7-0 shutout on Thursday. Baldwin's defense has been rock solid lately; the team hasn't given up a goal in their last three matches. They hit Howard with a four-pronged attack, as the team got scores from Greisy Juarez (2), Addison Whidby (2), Rahina Biyogmam (2), and Sarai Moss. Bald

At Midway Hills Academy, preparing students for success is about, not just academics, but also equipping them with the tools they need to navigate the real world with confidence, safety, and strong decision-making skills. That mission was on full display this week as fifth-grade students proudly celebrated their graduation from the C.H.A.M.P.S. program. What is C.H.A.M.P.S.? C.H.A.M.P.S. short for, Choosing Healthy Activities and Methods Promoting Safety , is a statewide init

In the Baldwin County School District, learning doesn’t stop when the final bell rings and neither does our commitment to student well-being. At Baldwin High School, that commitment comes to life each evening through the district’s Supper Program, formally known as 'Dinner Dash', a powerful initiative ensuring students have access to nutritious meals long after the school day ends. Meeting a Real Need in Baldwin County For many students, the school day extends well into the

On March 12th, when severe weather swept through Baldwin County, bringing heavy rain, powerful winds, and fear to many of our youngest students, a small group of chickens found themselves at the center of a much larger story. And at the heart of it all was Mrs. Linda Kadian. Trusting Instinct in the Midst of the Storm Prior to the storm, the National Weather Service hadn't held its early detection weather briefing, leading to many Middle Georgia school districts with little n