Originally delivered on 3/15/2023 3:49 pm

SUBJECT: Baldwin ROAR Newsletter - March 2023

March 15, 2023
Baldwin Beautification Day

We are so impressed with everything our amazing volunteers did for our Balwin Beautification Day!  The campus is beautiful!  Thank you to everyone who was able to come and help. We could not have done it without you!  A special thank you to the Ward Family for coming in with the heavy equipment!  

We are thrilled to announce that nominations are open for next year's Baldwin PTA Board! This is an outstanding opportunity to step up and help lead the direction of our PTA for next year. You may nominate yourself or someone else. 

The Nominating Committee will review nominations, present a slate of candidates, and elections will be held at the General Meeting in April. We need strong leaders for a strong PTA -- thank you for your service! 


Please CLICK HERE to download the submission form and return it to the PTA box in the front office no later than March 25th. 

Event Sponsors

Do you own a business, or know someone who does?  This is a great opportunity to advertise to our Baldwin Community.  Consider becoming an event sponsor.  Event sponsorships start as low as $500

  • Title Sponsor
  • Gold Sponsor
  • Silver Sponsor

For more information, please email president@baldwinpta.org

Attraction Sponsor

Does your family, or your business, or your group of friends want to help make our Boot Scootin' Bash a blast?  Consider Sponsoring one of the attractions at the bash:

  • Cocktail Sponsor
  • Band/Stage Sponsor
  • Dessert Table Sponsor
  • Photo Booth Sponsor
  • Raffle Sponsor
  • Program Sponsor
  • Centerpiece Sponsor

For more information, please email president@baldwinpta.org


We are excited to announce the return of our adult-only spring funraiser!

Boot Scootin' Bash

What: An adult-only spring fundraiser

When: May 11th

Where: Vista Brewing


It's happening, it's really happening!  We have a venue, a theme, and a committee.  What we need now is committee members; that's you!


Here are the areas we need assistance:

  • Sponsors & Auctions 
    • donations for auction and raffle
    • sponsorships
    • donations for wine, liquor, dessert table

If you want to help with this event, but not specifically one of the above, we'd love your help too!  

Please reach out to us letting us know you're interested in helping with our Boot Scootin' Bash!  president@baldwinpta.org

We are so excited to announce Family STEAM night at Baldwin on April 4th! More information to come.

Incomming Gorzycki Families

How Do I Get to Know Gorzycki Middle School?

Gorzycki Middle School PTA has many opportunities for parents & community members to get involved & feel connected to the school.  Here are some things you need to know: 

  • We offer several programs each year (often in conjunction with our General Membership Meetings) with topics relevant to students & families. 
  • We have a weekly newsletter with a calendar of events & ways to volunteer. Sign up here: gorzycki.austinschools.org/our-school/email-updates
  • We have an easy volunteer opportunity that runs year-round through the school year called "Tiger Team." This role puts volunteers in the cafeteria to connect with the students.  
  • We offer the opportunity for students to participate in the National PTA Reflections competition.
  • We host monthly luncheons & events that support teachers & staff. We ask for volunteers & donations to support these efforts. 
  • We host a 6th-grade social & a school-wide fun day.  
  • We raise money to support special projects for staff & GMS families. Community businesses, parents, grandparents, and teachers donate to the PTA & the money flows back out to ensure that "every child's potential is a reality."  
  • We welcome your feedback & support: president@tigerpta.org

Other ways to stay connected:

Gorzycki PTA Facebook Page - facebook.com/GorzyckiPTA

Gorzycki PTA Website - tigerpta.org

Gorzycki Facebook Page - facebook.com/GMSTigers

Gorzycki Website - gorzycki.austinschools.org

Gorzcyki PTA / School Newsletter - gorzycki.austinschools.org/our-school/email-updates

Follow Dr. Cathryn Mitchell on Twitter - twitter.com/GMS_DrMitchell


3/13 - 3/17: Spring Break

Reminder that Spring Break is March 13 - 17! Enjoy the weather and your week off school! 

3/23: Vista Grill Spirit Night (6-8pm)

Plan to have dinner at Vista Grill and dine on some delicious food! Explore the 21 acres of this Baldwin family-owned ranch with a playground, walking trails, and an apiary. See you there! 

3/25:PTA Board Nominations

Plan to sign up by March 25th to help lead the direction of our PTA for next year! Be sure to turn in your printed and completed form in the PTA box which is located in the front office: Baldwin PTA Nomination Form.docx - Google Docs 

3/28: Spirit Day with Kona Ice

Give yourself a treat after school and purchase a snow cone from Kona Ice! Don't forget your reusable cup. The truck will be parked along Meridian Park Blvd directly across from the school. 

3/31 and 4/7: Student & Staff Holidays

Just reminder that there be a student and staff holidays on the following dates: Friday, March 31st and Friday, April 7th!!

4/4: Family STEAM Night

Save the date for some family fun for STEAM night at Baldwin on April 4th! More info to come.

4/9 & 4/14: Yearbook Reminders

Yearbook Reminders: April 9th is the deadline to submit your 5th grade Yearbook Dedications and April 14th is the deadline to order your 2022/2023 yearbook! Email yearbook@balwdinpta.org with any questions.

4/25: Spirit Day with Kona Ice

Give yourself a treat after school and purchase a snow cone from Kona Ice! Don't forget your reusable cup. The truck will be parked along Meridian Park Blvd directly across from the school. 

4/27: PTA General Meeting

Save the date for a PTA General Meeting!

4/27: Family Fitness Night

On April 27th we're also having our Family Fitness night (directly following the PTA General Meeting)! More info to come.

5/11: Boot Scootin' Bash

Save the date for this adults-only night out! We're still looking for some additional hands to help, so please reach out to president@baldwinpta.org if you're interested!

5/23: Senior Walk

Join us on May 23 at 2:15 at Baldwin Elementary for our Senior Walk! Families are welcome.

Baldwin Birthdays

Be sure to check out the calendar below to keep up with our lovely Bobcat Teachers and Staff Birthdays. Reminder: You can see the "Favorite Wish Lists"HERE!   

Membership
  • We'd love to create a plan to increase our membership
  • Run a membership drive
  • Presence at events to recruit members
Spirit Wear
  • Order/manage/support spirit wear
  • Perhaps set up at lunch to sell
  • Presence at events to sell on site
Fundraising
  • Spring Event Committee (This is a big one - and fun!)  Think "Bash" of the past!
  • Spirit Nights Coordinator
  • Business Sponsor Coordinator

You can reach out to president@baldwinpta.orgor volunteer@baldwinpta.orgwith any interest or questions.

Upcoming Events
Wednesday, March 15
Spring Break
Thursday, March 16
Spring Break
Friday, March 17
Spring Break
Saturday, March 18
Happy birthday, Ms. Reyes-Trejo (Housekeeping)
Tuesday, March 21
Happy birthday, Ms. Wingate! (SCORES)
Thursday, March 23
5:00p Vista Grill Spirit Night
Tuesday, March 28
Ms. Ramirez (2nd)
3:10p Spirit Day - Kona Ice
Friday, March 31
School Holiday
Ms. Fanelli (2nd)
Tuesday, April 4
Happy Birthday Ms. Phan
5:30p STEAM Night
Friday, April 7
School Holiday - Good Friday
Wednesday, April 12
Happy Birthday Ms. Sterneman
Thursday, April 13
9:00a Teacher Appreciation
Friday, April 14
Happy Birthday Ms. Memmer
Friday, April 21
5:00p Luau Family Night
Monday, April 24
Ms. Hash (Kinder)
Tuesday, April 25
3:10p Spirit Day - Kona Ice
Thursday, April 27
5:00p PTA General Meeting
6:00p Family Fitness Night
Friday, April 28
Happy Birthday, Ms. Greenwood! (Pre-K)
Sunday, April 30
Happy Birthday Ms. Vela
Thursday, May 4
Ms. Gutierrez (1st)
Friday, May 5
Happy Birthday Ms. Hull
Saturday, May 6
Happy Birthday Ms. Chavez
Sunday, May 7
Happy birthday, Ms. Alexander! (Counselor)
Happy Birthday Ms. Dickie
Monday, May 8
Happy Birthday Ms. Hassett
Thursday, May 11
6:00p Boot Scootin' Bash
Tuesday, May 16
Happy birthday, Ms. Nuñez! (Interventionist)
Happy Birthday Ms. Perkins
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