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SUBJECT: The ROAR September 15, 2025

Baldwin PTA ROAR

September 15, 2025

Baldwin Elementary PTA

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Baldwin Elementary PTA Fall Membership Drive! 

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.

 Here’s how you can make an impact:


 Each child whose parent joins/renews will get to add a leaf to our tree in the foyer.

 The class with the most members in each grade will win a popcorn party!

 Teachers of the winning class will be entered into a raffle to win a special prize.


Volunteering isn't required with membership, but we welcome any time or talents you can share. If you have already joined, THANK YOU!
 

Click on the image below to join now!

Why Join The PTA
Join the PTA
Time Change for PTA Meeting on 9/16

There has been a time change for the September 16th Baldwin PTA Meeting! 

We will now meet at 6:30 PM and feature a School Consolidation discussion with our AISD board rep, Dr. Kauffman. 

*We hope you can attend*

Stock the Teacher's Lounge

Happy teachers are the best teachers!

Our teachers do so much for our kids—let’s show them some love by keeping the Teacher Lounge stocked with snacks and drinks! We’ve set up a SignUpGenius with suggested items.

 Please sign up here

Ideas to bring (think mostly healthy, with a few treats):

  • Protein bars, granola bars, trail mix

  • Sparkling water, bottled water, iced tea, coffee pods, protein shakes

  • Dark chocolate, small candy packs, popcorn, pretzels
  • Paper goods: napkins, plates, cutlery, cups

Drop-off details:

  • Please label items “Stock the Lounge”

  • Non-perishables can be sent with your student any day between now and Sept 30th


Thank you for supporting our amazing staff! Your contributions truly brighten their days.

With appreciation,
Kristen

Baldwin Sponsor Programs

New!

Support our school through two simple programs (not limited to businesses—families, friends, employers all welcome):

1) Business Sponsors: Make a tax-deductible donation at any level and get recognition across events, campus signage, our website, social media, and the ROAR e-newsletter.
Learn more & choose a level: Business Sponsor Info & Sign-Up

2) Teacher Appreciation Sponsor: Pick a month to treat our 65 teachers and staff—provide breakfast/lunch/treats or donate and we’ll handle ordering. Includes lounge signage, social shout-out, ROAR placement, and a thank-you certificate.
Reserve a month or donate: Teacher Appreciation Info & Sign-Up

Know someone that might participate? Please share the links!

Questions? Contact Fundraising: fundraising@baldwinPTA.org

Baldwin Sponsor Programs
Baldwin Business Sponsors
Teacher Appreciation Sponsor
AISD Consolidation and Boundary Changes Meetings

Mark your calendars for the latest round of AISD's Consolidation and Boundary Change Zoom meetings:


Monday September 15th

from 6 - 8 pm


Click on the image below to read more about updates to the AISD School Consolidation and Boundary Changes Plan and to view the School Consolidation Data Rubric.

Be a Baldwin Watch DOG!

Hey Dads! Has your kiddo already asked you when you are gonna be a Watch DOG this year? With over 50 actives members in the Baldwin Elementary Watch DOGS program, we’d love for new dads to come join! 

The Dads of Great Students WATCH D.O.G.S.® program is one of the nation’s largest and most respected school-based, family, and community engagement, organizations designed and developed by educators, experts and parent & guardian volunteers over more than two decades.


Watch DOGS Trainings

9/24 6pm Watch Dog Training ZOOM

10/15 630 Watch Dog Training ZOOM


New to WDs only

1) Register 


Required for all (annually)

2) Background check via the AISD Volunteer page. Set up your account and follow the steps for the background check: link here 

3) Join PTA

4) Order WDs T-shirt (unless you already have one)

5) WDs Training (Sept 24, 6:30 ZOOM)

6) Pick a day to volunteer on the calendar in the front office

7) Wear WDs T-shirt and check in at the front office at 7:15 to pick up agenda


Questions? Click on the email below to email for more info!

Volunteers Needed for Multi-Culture Fest

We have begun planning for our annunal Multi-Culture Fest and are looking for Culture Representatives!  Please see the flyer for more info.  

Click on the link below to sign up and save the date.  Mrs. Linahan will send volunteers info in October to start planning.

School Programs
Start with Hello Week

Each year, thousands of schools and youth organizations nationwide participate in Start With Hello Week, a national annual event dedicated to making new social connections and creating a sense of belonging among youth. This year’s Start With Hello Week is September 15-19, 2025.

Check out the image below to see the voluntary themed-days happening at Baldwin this week. 

Baldwin's Web Store

Pay for your student's enrichment fees by clicking on the image below.

Yearbooks Are On Sale Now!

Order your yearbook before 9/30 for early bird pricing. 

Soft Cover: $36.67

Hard Cover: $45.80

Click on the image below to order yours today.

New Designs Available!

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!

*open orders will be delivered to teacher mailboxes Wednesday, August 27

Support While You Shop

Don't forget to label everything! Mabel's Labels is the leading provider of name labels for the stuff kids lose! Get the best prices on custom name stickers today. Free shipping on all orders. 

https://mabelslabels.com/fundraising/support

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Join Our Volunteer List

A huge thank you to our Baldwin Business Booster Sponsors!

Check out the local businesses that have helped support our school community!

Become a Baldwin Sponsor Today!
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, September 16
6:30p September 2025 PTA Meeting
Sunday, September 21
Nicole Scott's Birthday
Monday, September 22
NO SCHOOL - Staff Dev.
Teacher Assistant Appreciation Week
Tuesday, September 23
Teacher Assistant Appreciation Week
Erin Vasquez's Birthday
NO SCHOOL - Staff Dev.
Thania Rebollar's Birthday
Wednesday, September 24
Teacher Assistant Appreciation Week
6:00p Watch DOG training (6pm - Zoom)
Thursday, September 25
Teacher Assistant Appreciation Week
Friday, September 26
Teacher Assistant Appreciation Week
ROAR Submissions
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