A MESSAGE FROM Dr. Randal A. Lutz
Superintendent of Schools, Baldwin-Whitehall School District
We Have So Much to Celebrate as the Snow Fades
Dear Friends and Families of Baldwin-Whitehall,
With the chilly days of winter finally disappearing into our rearview, our District has a lot to look forward to as this school year springs into its final weeks. We’ re also incredibly grateful to our facilities teams, teachers and professional staff, and families for managing all of this winter’ s challenging weather while demonstrating resilience, a sense of humor, and a true spirit of community.
But as you’ ll see in this issue, all that snow and ice didn’ t stop our students and teachers from staying busy. On the contrary, sometimes a dose of winter weather is great for helping learners focus, collaborate, and innovate. This was especially true during our annual Cultural Clothing Day, which brought a welcome burst of color and excitement to our classrooms.
As the temperatures dropped below single digits, our theatre department proudly celebrated double-digit nominations in the sixth annual Prime Stage High School Drama Awards. Our high school Co- Principals John Saras and Brandon Whitfield also received a special honor from the Pittsburgh Penguins, and Dr. Janeen Peretin earned a pair of outstanding nationwide recognitions. Everywhere you look,
our Fighting Highlanders are working hard, making headlines, and leading the way in public education!
I hope you enjoy seeing these highlights from our coldest months, and that you are as excited as we are to see what comes next. Education is a lifelong journey, and you never know when a lesson might leave a lasting impression. That’ s why we do all we can to introduce our students to new experiences, help our teachers discover emerging career paths for our graduates, and keep our families and communities working together to support learning wherever it happens.
Thank you for being a valued member of our BWSD community. I hope you also get to learn new and interesting things this year, and that your spring is filled with sun, warmth, and hope for brighter days ahead.
Sincerely,
Dr. Randal A. Lutz Superintendent of Schools, Baldwin-Whitehall School District aldwin-Whitehall BALDWIN-WHITEHALL SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS
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A LETTER FROM Amanda Priano
President, Baldwin-Whitehall School Board of Directors
Celebrating Remarkable Progress and Highlander Pride
As the winter frost begins to fade, our community is greeted by the unmistakable arrival of spring— a season synonymous with transformation and new beginnings. Across the Baldwin-Whitehall School District, we see this spirit of renewal reflected not just in the warming weather, but in the vibrant growth taking shape within our classrooms and facilities. It is a time to celebrate the progress we have made and to look forward with anticipation to the opportunities that lie ahead for our students and families.
The reimagined schedule at Baldwin High School has enabled students to delve more deeply into academic material, gain career experience, and foster connections with one another. The upcoming updates to McAnnulty Elementary will ensure students in our District have future-ready skills in top-tier schools starting in Kindergarten. New officers and members of the school board bring renewed energy to our collective commitment to education.
While these changes represent the ongoing innovation of our District, they are firmly rooted in the foundations that have always defined us. Each update to our curriculum, every physical improvement to our buildings, and every new voice on our board is driven by our unwavering traditions of excellence in education and profound care for our students. These milestones are a testament to our Highlander Pride, ensuring that as we grow and adapt, we remain steadfast in our mission to provide a world-class environment where every student can thrive.
Sincerely,
Amanda Priano President, Baldwin-Whitehall School Board of Directors