Baldwin Heights Elementary

NOTICE: Greenville Public Schools will have an early dismissal today (Thursday, December 18, 2025) for ALL elementary students due to deteriorating back road conditions. All GPS Elementary Schools will release at 1:30pm.

Children’s Corner will remain open as usual at all elementary buildings to accommodate the early dismissal.

GMS & GHS Students were scheduled for a half-day today and are currently being dismissed.

⏰ Today (12/18) & Tomorrow (12/19): HALF DAYS for GMS & GHS Students — good luck on exams! 🍀 GMS dismissal: 10:30 AM / GHS dismissal: 10:35 AM

Elementary Students - Today (12/18): Full Day & Tomorrow (12/19): Half Day!

December 22 - January 2 (Winter Recess): NO SCHOOL for all GPS Students! ❄️

Thank you for planning accordingly! 💜💛

🎨 Celebrating Excellence in Art: Alecia Anderson
Baldwin Heights is incredibly proud of our very own art teacher, Alecia Anderson, who continues to inspire creativity not only in her students, but in educators across the state and nation! This past November, Alecia, alongside Alison Schmidt from Cedar Crest, presented at the Michigan Art Education Association Conference in Traverse City. Their session, Clay Tips, Tricks, and Lesson Ideas, brought together over 40 art teachers for an engaging, interactive experience filled with practical strategies, meaningful collaboration, and shared learning. And the excitement does not stop there. Alecia will be taking her expertise to the NATIONAL Art Education Association Conference in Chicago this March, sharing an even more hands-on version of this work. We are so fortunate to have a teacher who makes art joyful, accessible, and impactful for students while also shaping the future of art education.

🎶 Celebrating Excellence in Music: Amy DeBoer
We are thrilled to celebrate Amy DeBoer, Baldwin Heights’ outstanding music teacher, for being named a recipient of the prestigious Cindy Taggart Excellence in Elementary Music Award! Each year, Michigan State University’s music education faculty selects just one to two educators who exemplify excellence in elementary general music instruction, and Amy embodies that commitment every day. Her passion for making music fun, meaningful, and engaging for students extends beyond her classroom as she empowers fellow educators through professional development. Amy will be formally recognized at the Michigan Music Conference at the end of January, where she will receive a plaque and a cash prize in honor of her incredible work. Baldwin Heights is so proud to call Amy one of our own. Her impact on students and educators alike truly hits all the right notes! 🎵

On Thursday, about 40 high school mentors (Bigs) joined their 'Littles' at Baldwin Elementary School for their Christmas Party! All students are members of the organization Big Brother Big Sister (BBBS) and the club is run between Sara Brimmer at Baldwin Elementary and Jeff Poelstra at Greenville HS. The Bigs gifted played games, had great conversations, and handed presents to their Littles while eating pizza donated by Pizza Hut. The Bigs invested a lot of thought into their gift giving, but received their own gift in knowing they were making a real difference in mentoring our young students and changing lives. Thank you to everyone who was able to contribute and participate in this great adventure of helping students aspire to be their best selves!

UPDATED!
Reminder: December 18 & 19 are HALF DAYS for GMS & GHS students - good luck on exams! GMS releases at 10:30am and GHS releases at 10:35am. December 18 is a normal full-school day for elementary students. December 19 is a HALF DAY for elementary students! Elementaries release at 11:50am.

There is NO SCHOOL for all GPS students December 22 - January 2.

Sorry about the goof!

Dear Families,

REMINDER: PTO Popcorn Fundraiser Orders will be available for pickup on Thursday, December 11, from 3:45 PM to 7:00 PM at the front doors of the school.

If you are unable to pick up your items during this time, please email the PTO at baldwinheightspto@gmail.com to make alternate arrangements.

Any remaining items not picked up and without arrangements, will be sent home with students on Friday, December 12.

We appreciate your continued support to help our school and look forward to seeing you at pickup!

P.S. Talent Show information will be coming soon!

BH ANNOUNCEMENT: On Thursday, Dec. 18, at 7 p.m., the EFG is hosting the annual Hark Up! Christmas concert at the Greenville Performing Arts Center at GHS. If you are able and willing to attend the concert, you can enter your name and the number of tickets you'd need for you and your family for the potential to WIN FREE TICKETS (valued at $20 each). We will have the drawing on Monday, December 15 so submit your entry TODAY!!!

Click here to enter your name in the drawing (one entry per family please): https://bit.ly/freeharkupticketsdrawing25

Due to inclement weather and road conditions, Greenville Public Schools will be closed today (Wednesday, December 10, 2025). Children's Corner childcare will be open at Walnut Hills Elementary School only.

Stay safe and warm, Yellow Jackets!

There will be two Board of Education Meetings on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the Central Services Facility (1414 Chase Street, Greenville). The special Board Meeting will begin at 5:00pm, and the regular Board Meeting will begin at 7:00pm. For more information, please visit https://www.gpsjackets.org/page/board-of-education

Dear Families,

Thank you for supporting our PTO popcorn school fundraiser! Orders will be available for pickup on Thursday, December 11, from 3:45 PM to 7:00 PM at the front doors of the school.

If you are unable to pick up your items during this time, please email the PTO at baldwinheightspto@gmail.com to make alternate arrangements.

Any remaining items not picked up and without arrangements, will be sent home with students on Friday, December 12.

We appreciate your continued support to help our school and look forward to seeing you at pickup!

P.S. Talent Show information will be coming soon!

BH REMINDER: Today is a HALF DAY
TK/KGN/3rd Grade,/5th Grade = 11:45 Dismissal
1st Grade/2nd Grade/4th Grade = 11:50 Dismissal
Thank you for making arrangements ahead of time!

We also hope to see you at the PARADE this FRIDAY! Wear your favorite Christmas costume or dress up as a present to compliment Mr. Walsh in his tree costume! We will meet behind Mancino's (by the Congregational Church) at 6:30pm (parade starts at 7pm)!

Greenville Public Schools is thankful for our amazing students, dedicated staff, and supportive families. Wishing everyone a joyful Thanksgiving with family and friends!🦃🍁🥧

Thank you for being part of the GPS Family! 💜💛

🦃💜💛 Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving Recess! Greenville Public Schools hopes you have time to relax and enjoy the holiday with family and friends.

SAVE THE DATE...the Greenville Middle School Student Council’s 3rd Annual Jacket Market is approaching quickly!

📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026
📍 Greenville Middle School

For GPS students interested in participating as a vendor this year, applications will be available the first week of December! We can’t wait to see the amazing creations our young entrepreneurs bring to life! 🎉

Dear Families and Friends,

Just a quick reminder that our Popcorn Fundraiser is underway and we need your support to make it a success! 🎉 Proceeds will help fund classrooms, field trips, and school events throughout the year.

Getting started is simple:
*Visit: www.SupportMyFundraiser.org
*Enter Group ID: 126272
*Click “Seller” → Seller/Student Register → Sign up! (Children can be registered individually as sellers.)

Once registered, start sharing your link by:
*Posting on Facebook
*Texting family and friends
*Sending emails

🛍️ Shipping Options:
*Ship to Home: Orders ship immediately (shipping fee applies).
*Ship to School: Orders delivered on 12/11/25.

🎁 Prizes: Earned based on items sold and delivered to school on 12/11/25.
⏰ Deadline: The fundraiser ends on 11/25/25 – don’t miss out!

Thank you for helping us reach our goals to support the Baldwin Heights community. Let’s finish strong and make this fundraiser a huge success!