Dear Baldwin Community,

    As we begin another exciting school year, I am thrilled to introduce myself as your new Baldwin PTA President! My name is Autumn Kippes, and I've been part of the Baldwin family since 2019 – my covid kindergartner is entering middle school this year *tear*. My daughter Calla is in third grade, and my son Cayden is in sixth grade at Gorzycki. When I'm not at school events, you'll likely find me cheering at the kids' sports games, working my full-time IT job, or attempting to recreate something crafty I spotted online (with varying degrees of success!).

    Whether you're a new family joining our community or returning Bobcats, I extend a warm welcome to each of you. The start of a school year brings fresh opportunities for growth, friendship, and learning together.

    Our PTA plays a vital role in enhancing the educational experience at Baldwin. As a 501(c)(3) charity, we fund numerous essential resources that directly benefit our students and teachers, including:

• Teacher reimbursements ($150 per teacher)
• Library funding 
• PE equipment 
• Snack closet 
• Reading support 
• Science tools
• Family nights
• Teacher professional development
• Computer software
• Copier rental for the teacher workroom
• And much more!

    I invite everyone—parents, guardians, grandparents, and community members—to join the PTA this year. Your $10 membership fee goes directly toward these important initiatives. Remember that memberships need to be renewed annually, even if you joined last year.

    When you join the PTA, you show your child the value you place on their education. While volunteering isn't required with membership, we welcome any time or talents you can share. Members can vote at meetings, providing input on how we support our school. Most importantly, you'll connect with other families and become an even more integral part of our wonderful Baldwin community.

    I look forward to meeting many of you throughout the year as we work together to make Baldwin Elementary the best it can be for our children!

Kind, Thoughtful, and Bold regards,

Autumn Kippes

Baldwin PTA President

We are so excited for a new year of learning and fun. Please read below for more information about upcoming events and opportunities to get involved.

JOIN or RENEW your PTA membership today!

All members who join/renew in August will be entered to win a Baldwin shirt. Sign up online today, win a shirt tomorrow! 

Scan the QR code or click on the image below to join!

Interested in getting involved with your student's class this year? Consider volunteering as a room parent!

Room Parents are the official liaison between teachers and class families. Some classes may have Co-Room Parents or the Room Parent might organize a committee to support the teacher and classroom throughout the school year. There is support available--room parents do not have to do everything!

We want to build a strong community and room parents play an important role in involving classroom parents so that they feel more connected, empowered, and an integral part of their child's education. 

Click the image below to volunteer or email the Room Parent Coordinator at volunteer@baldwinpta.org

Thank you to the Ward family who were hard at work this summer making our campus even more beautiful. They repaired our front picnic tables then spruced them up with a new coat a paint and some Baldwin pride. Just in time for lunchtime!

Join us after school at TCBY on Tuesday, August 19th, for our first Spirit Night of the year. A portion of all purchases will be donated to Baldwin!

Help spread the word about Pre-K at Baldwin. Registration for this school year is still open.Click on the link below for more information about preK and registration.

We have some great new styles this year! Don't miss out on your chance to have a little school spirit and support our PTA!  Visit the Spirit Store and show your Bobcat pride!

www.baldwinpta.org

Austin, TX 78739