✏️ Back to School Ready! It’s time!
Open House is TODAY, Wednesday, August 19th, and we can’t wait to see all of our students and families back in the hallways! 🎒✨
To help you navigate the day smoothly, here is your official Open House Checklist:
🎒 Drop off those school supplies (and lighten that backpack for Day 1!)
📸 Smile big for school pictures
👋 Meet your teachers & tour the classrooms
🚌 Double-check bus routes & schedule details
🏷️ Tag your friends in the comments so nobody misses out!
⏰ Open House Schedules
Greenfield Elementary: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Viking Middle School & B-W High School: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
⚠️ Teacher Meal Break Pause: Classrooms will be briefly closed so our amazing staff can recharge!
Greenfield Pause: 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Viking & High School Pause: 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
We are looking forward to a fantastic school year! *If you are at Greenfield don't miss this cute photo opportunity near the front office!
Help Us Welcome Our Newest Team Members! 🍎✨
This past Tuesday, we were thrilled to welcome 11 new certified staff members to the Baldwin-Woodville family! While two couldn't make it for the photo, nine of these amazing educators gathered for a quick group picture. 📸
Please join us in giving a warm BW Welcome to:
BWHS ✨
Emma Schommer – Special Education Teacher
Nicole Vande Berg – Math Teacher
Ashley Knefelkamp – Health, Physical Education & Adaptive PE Teacher
Logan Figueroa – Technology Education Teacher
Morgan Rupakus-Keenlyne – ID Special Education Teacher
Amanda Sandor – EL/Spanish Teacher
VMS ✨
Riley Black – Math Teacher
Laura Kool – STEM Lab Teacher
Rachel Baker – 8th Grade ELA Teacher
Abigail Lerum – Math Teacher
Ingrid Lyberg – School Counselor
Drop a comment below to welcome them to our community!
📣 CALLING ALL BALDWIN-WOODVILLE CHEER ALUMNI! 📣
Did you know that Baldwin-Woodville Cheerleaders date all the way back to 1940? That’s 86 years of school spirit, pride, and tradition! 🔴⚪
It’s time to dust off those poms and come home! Join us as we celebrate generations of BW cheerleaders by taking the field together under the Friday night lights for this year’s home opener!
📅 Date: Friday, September 4th
⏰ Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: King Field @ BW High School
✨ What’s in Store:
📣 Perform the BW School Song
🎉 Take part in a special Halftime Performance
💃 Dance & Stunt opportunities
❤️ Honor BW's incredible cheer legacy
👕 Commemorative T-shirts will be available from St. Croix Custom Apparel
Whether you graduated recently or decades ago, we want YOU on the field with us!
Tag your stunt group and fellow cheer alumni in the comments below! 👇
👉 Sign up and get more info here: https://forms.gle/YAHHthFT5jNnwNtM6
#BWCheerAlumni #BWPride
Did you know that Baldwin-Woodville Cheerleaders date all the way back to 1940? That’s 86 years of school spirit, pride, and tradition! 🔴⚪
It’s time to dust off those poms and come home! Join us as we celebrate generations of BW cheerleaders by taking the field together under the Friday night lights for this year’s home opener!
📅 Date: Friday, September 4th
⏰ Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: King Field @ BW High School
✨ What’s in Store:
📣 Perform the BW School Song
🎉 Take part in a special Halftime Performance
💃 Dance & Stunt opportunities
❤️ Honor BW's incredible cheer legacy
👕 Commemorative T-shirts will be available from St. Croix Custom Apparel
Whether you graduated recently or decades ago, we want YOU on the field with us!
Tag your stunt group and fellow cheer alumni in the comments below! 👇
👉 Sign up and get more info here: https://forms.gle/YAHHthFT5jNnwNtM6
#BWCheerAlumni #BWPride
📸 Picture Day is coming! 📸
Mark your calendars: Pictures will be taken on August 19th during Open House! ✨
Student galleries will be online to view and order 2–5 business days after Picture Day, so keep an eye out for a link from: 📩 no-reply@imagequix.com
Special Offer: If you order a Package or a BYOP bundle within 7 days of galleries going online, you'll receive a FREE Low-Resolution Digital Download—so don't forget to order! 🎉
✨ Visit the Cahill Studios website to check out their 100+ background options and great tips for preparing for Picture Day: n👉 https://cahillphotostudio.com/picture-day
Mark your calendars: Pictures will be taken on August 19th during Open House! ✨
Student galleries will be online to view and order 2–5 business days after Picture Day, so keep an eye out for a link from: 📩 no-reply@imagequix.com
Special Offer: If you order a Package or a BYOP bundle within 7 days of galleries going online, you'll receive a FREE Low-Resolution Digital Download—so don't forget to order! 🎉
✨ Visit the Cahill Studios website to check out their 100+ background options and great tips for preparing for Picture Day: n👉 https://cahillphotostudio.com/picture-day
Counting down the final days of summer pool fun! ☀️🏊♂️
Mark your calendars: August 22 will be the last day the pool is open before we close briefly to get the winter dome installed! 🛠️❄️ You’ve got two full weeks left to soak up the sun with us! 🏝️
A HUGE thank you to all of our amazing lifeguards and staff for making this season so fantastic. 🛟👏 We wish everyone heading off to school and college the absolute best this fall! 📚✨
Keep an eye on our website for updates on our official winter reopening dates!💙
Mark your calendars: August 22 will be the last day the pool is open before we close briefly to get the winter dome installed! 🛠️❄️ You’ve got two full weeks left to soak up the sun with us! 🏝️
A HUGE thank you to all of our amazing lifeguards and staff for making this season so fantastic. 🛟👏 We wish everyone heading off to school and college the absolute best this fall! 📚✨
Keep an eye on our website for updates on our official winter reopening dates!💙
🎒 Ready for the New School Year? Skyward Forms Are Open!
Calling all parents and guardians! Annual Back-to-School Forms are now live in Skyward Family Access. Completing these required updates helps us ensure a safe, organized, and smooth start for everyone.
🌟 Perk Alert: As soon as your forms are submitted, you’ll unlock your child’s class schedule and teacher assignment!
Log in today to check this off your list. Thank you for partnering with us to kick off an amazing year!
Calling all parents and guardians! Annual Back-to-School Forms are now live in Skyward Family Access. Completing these required updates helps us ensure a safe, organized, and smooth start for everyone.
🌟 Perk Alert: As soon as your forms are submitted, you’ll unlock your child’s class schedule and teacher assignment!
Log in today to check this off your list. Thank you for partnering with us to kick off an amazing year!
🎒 Attention Greenfield Community Partners & Youth Organizations!
Got a great program, sport, or resource for our 4K-5th graders? We want YOU at our upcoming Open House!
Event Details
When: August 19th from 11:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m.
Where: Greenfield Cafeteria
This is a fantastic opportunity to set up a table, connect directly with local families, and share what your organization has to offer—whether you represent youth sports, Scouts, the public library, or local enrichment programs.
How to Reserve Your Spot
Space in the cafeteria is limited! If you’d like to host an information booth, send an email to Matt Vande Berg at mvandeberg@bwsd.k12.wi.us to save your table today.
Let's work together to make this school year amazing for our kids! 🌟
Got a great program, sport, or resource for our 4K-5th graders? We want YOU at our upcoming Open House!
Event Details
When: August 19th from 11:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m.
Where: Greenfield Cafeteria
This is a fantastic opportunity to set up a table, connect directly with local families, and share what your organization has to offer—whether you represent youth sports, Scouts, the public library, or local enrichment programs.
How to Reserve Your Spot
Space in the cafeteria is limited! If you’d like to host an information booth, send an email to Matt Vande Berg at mvandeberg@bwsd.k12.wi.us to save your table today.
Let's work together to make this school year amazing for our kids! 🌟
👋 Parents & Guardians — Get ready for the new school year!
Check out this quick guide to see how Rooms brings classroom communications into one central hub: 🔗 https://info.apptegy.com/for-parents-and-guardians
📲 Next Steps: Download our official district app if you haven't already!
📌 Please note: Rooms inside the district app is now the official BW-endorsed tool for daily classroom messaging and replaces third-party apps like ClassDojo, Bloomz, or Remind. Teachers may still use Skyward and email for official records, grades, and direct outreach.
🏆 A HISTORIC FIRST FOR BALDWIN-WOODVILLE! 🏆
We are thrilled to officially announce the inauguration of the Baldwin-Woodville Area School District Hall of Fame! Join us in celebrating our inaugural Class of 2026—a legendary group of athletes, coaches, distinguished alumni, and championship teams who have left an permanent mark on Baldwin-Woodville!
🏆Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Coaches & Athletes
Mary Kelm – Coach & Teacher
Jack King – Coach & Teacher
Jack Scholz – Coach & Teacher
Claire Stein – Coach, Teacher, & Athletic Director
Abby Klopp – Pitcher & 2012 State Softball Champion
Bob Wahlquist – First Wrestling & Individual State Champion in B-W history
Distinguished Alumni
Jen Burleigh-Bentz – Acclaimed Actor, Theater Performer, & Vocalist
Nathan Torgerson – Engineer & Innovator holding 110 US Patents
Teams:
🥇 1983 Boys Track Team – B-W’s 1st Boys State Champions!
James Sander, Curt Waldon, Frank Bjorkli, Chris Rodel, Peter Carlson. Mark Meyer, Barry Schaffner, Coach Don Nelson, Tom Aaby, Kerry Scholz, Asst. Coach Tom Schumacher
🥇 2012 Girls Softball Team – B-W’s 1st Girls State Champions!
Heidi Hinz, Katie Thompson, Shelby Weiske, Abby Klopp, Heather Bol, Hannah Borgeson, Coach Jason Klopp, Head Coach Rick Coltrain, Maria Keefer, Lindsay Veenendall, Haylie Noha, Emily Geurkink, Jordan Traxler, Cabrina Grunseth, Mackenzie Traxler, Maddie Bishop, Coach Tommy Thompson, Coach Jennifer Chapdelaine.
Schedule of Events
🗓️ Friday, Sept 18
5:30 PM – Tour of School & Facilities
Halftime – On-field introduction of the Hall of Fame Class of 2026!
🗓️ Saturday, Sept 19
5:30 PM – Dinner & Induction Ceremony at The Phoenix (Please note: The Induction Ceremony is by invite only).
🤝 A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO PILLAR BANK
This exciting project wouldn't be possible without a incredibly generous donation from Pillar Bank! Thanks to their support, the BWHS lobby will soon feature an interactive electronic display housing all of our Hall of Fame inductees, historical records, past yearbooks, and rich school history for generations to come. We are deeply grateful for Pillar Bank’s commitment to our schools and community! ❤️🖤
Mark your calendars!
Open House is Wednesday, August 19th! 🗓️✨
We are so excited to welcome our students and families back into our buildings! Here is the schedule for each school:
🏫 Greenfield Elementary: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
🏫 Viking Middle School & B-W High School: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Teacher Meal Breaks (Classrooms will be closed during these times):
🍽️Greenfield: 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
🍽️Viking & High School: 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
We can’t wait to see everyone there!
Open House is Wednesday, August 19th! 🗓️✨
We are so excited to welcome our students and families back into our buildings! Here is the schedule for each school:
🏫 Greenfield Elementary: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
🏫 Viking Middle School & B-W High School: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Teacher Meal Breaks (Classrooms will be closed during these times):
🍽️Greenfield: 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
🍽️Viking & High School: 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
We can’t wait to see everyone there!
🎒 Community Event & Free School Supplies! 📚
Looking to stock up for the new school year? Our friends at The Village Church are giving away FREE school supplies for K–5 students during National Night Out at Millpond Park!
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 4
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM (or until supplies run out)
📍 Location: Millpond Park
💵 Cost: 100% FREE
✨ Details: No income guidelines, sign-ups, or requirements needed. Supplies are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to head over early!
Thank you to The Village Church for supporting our students! 👋
Looking to stock up for the new school year? Our friends at The Village Church are giving away FREE school supplies for K–5 students during National Night Out at Millpond Park!
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 4
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM (or until supplies run out)
📍 Location: Millpond Park
💵 Cost: 100% FREE
✨ Details: No income guidelines, sign-ups, or requirements needed. Supplies are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to head over early!
Thank you to The Village Church for supporting our students! 👋
🎒 ATTENTION BLACKHAWK FAMILIES!
As summer winds down, it’s time to start preparing for an amazing upcoming school year! Mark your calendars with these key dates to make sure your family is ready to go:
📝 August 6th: Back to School Forms Open
🏫 August 19th: Open House
🚀 August 25th: Smart Start — First Day for Grades K–6 & Grade 9
🚀 August 26th & 27th: Smart Start — ALL Students (Grades K–12)
🔔 September 1st: First Official Day of School
🎨 September 8th: First Day of 4K
🧸 September 14th: First Day of Early Childhood
Make sure to log in to complete your online forms starting August 6th, and drop by Open House on August 19th to meet teachers, get your school picture taken, and settle in for a great school year.
We can't wait to see all of our students back in the halls! ❤️🖤
#BWBlackhawks #BaldwinWoodville #BackToSchool #BWSD
Goodbye summer schedule, hello bleachers and concession stands! 🎟️🍿
Since everyone is asking, here are the official Fall Sports start dates so you can start planning your life (and laundry routine) accordingly:
🏆 HIGH SCHOOL (9–12)
• Aug 4: Football 🏈
• Aug 10: Girls Golf ⛳
• Aug 11: Girls Tennis 🎾
• Aug 17: Volleyball 🏐 | Cross Country 🏃 | Boys Soccer ⚽
🏆 MIDDLE SCHOOL (6–8)
• Aug 24: 7-8 Football 🏈 (Equipment handout @ 4:00 PM)
• Aug 26: 7-8 Volleyball 🏐 (After school)
• Aug 26: 6-8 Cross Country 🏃 (After school)
Tag a parent who needs this on their calendar! 👇📅
Since everyone is asking, here are the official Fall Sports start dates so you can start planning your life (and laundry routine) accordingly:
🏆 HIGH SCHOOL (9–12)
• Aug 4: Football 🏈
• Aug 10: Girls Golf ⛳
• Aug 11: Girls Tennis 🎾
• Aug 17: Volleyball 🏐 | Cross Country 🏃 | Boys Soccer ⚽
🏆 MIDDLE SCHOOL (6–8)
• Aug 24: 7-8 Football 🏈 (Equipment handout @ 4:00 PM)
• Aug 26: 7-8 Volleyball 🏐 (After school)
• Aug 26: 6-8 Cross Country 🏃 (After school)
Tag a parent who needs this on their calendar! 👇📅
📣 Athletic Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 Season! 📣
If you have a student entering grades 6–12 participating in school-sponsored sports, it’s time to register! (Note: 6th grade is limited to Cross Country and Wrestling only. This does not apply to traveling or association teams.)
💻 How to Register
Head over to: gobound.com/wi/schools/baldwinwoo
Click "Registration" on the top menu bar.
Create your family account and select "Add a Registration."
Fill out the required details—make sure to select the correct grade and level!
Need help step-by-step?
🖥️ Computer Registration Guide
📱 Mobile App Registration Guide
🩺 Physicals & Forms
All registrations require completing an Alternate Year Form.
Physicals are required every two years. If your athlete is due for a new physical, upload it directly during registration, drop off a copy at the High School Office, or email it to jsell@bwsd.k12.wi.us.
Checklist to participate:
📌High School: $50 user fee, physical/alternate year card, concussion form, WIAA eligibility form, and co-curricular code form.
📌Middle School: $25 user fee, physical/alternate year card, concussion form, WIAA eligibility form, and co-curricular code form.
Questions? Reach out to our Team:
❓Jason Sell (Athletic Director): jsell@bwsd.k12.wi.us | 715-684-3321 ext. 4117
❓Rhonda Breeden (HS Athletic Secretary): rbreeden@bwsd.k12.wi.us | 715-684-3321 ext. 4145
❓Jodi Volgren (MS Admin Asst): jvolgren@bwsd.k12.wi.us | 715-698-2456 ext. 3101
If you have a student entering grades 6–12 participating in school-sponsored sports, it’s time to register! (Note: 6th grade is limited to Cross Country and Wrestling only. This does not apply to traveling or association teams.)
💻 How to Register
Head over to: gobound.com/wi/schools/baldwinwoo
Click "Registration" on the top menu bar.
Create your family account and select "Add a Registration."
Fill out the required details—make sure to select the correct grade and level!
Need help step-by-step?
🖥️ Computer Registration Guide
📱 Mobile App Registration Guide
🩺 Physicals & Forms
All registrations require completing an Alternate Year Form.
Physicals are required every two years. If your athlete is due for a new physical, upload it directly during registration, drop off a copy at the High School Office, or email it to jsell@bwsd.k12.wi.us.
Checklist to participate:
📌High School: $50 user fee, physical/alternate year card, concussion form, WIAA eligibility form, and co-curricular code form.
📌Middle School: $25 user fee, physical/alternate year card, concussion form, WIAA eligibility form, and co-curricular code form.
Questions? Reach out to our Team:
❓Jason Sell (Athletic Director): jsell@bwsd.k12.wi.us | 715-684-3321 ext. 4117
❓Rhonda Breeden (HS Athletic Secretary): rbreeden@bwsd.k12.wi.us | 715-684-3321 ext. 4145
❓Jodi Volgren (MS Admin Asst): jvolgren@bwsd.k12.wi.us | 715-698-2456 ext. 3101
🚨 Parents of High School Seniors: Direct Admit WI Updates! 🚨
Important dates and details for Direct Admit Wisconsin:
🗓️ August 1: Direct Admit offer emails will land in your student’s school email address!
📬 Early August: A physical admissions packet will arrive in your home mailbox within 2 weeks after the email.
Action Item for Parents:
Please remind your student to check their high school email on August 1st so they don't miss their offer!
Questions? Contact the high school counseling department! 🎓
Important dates and details for Direct Admit Wisconsin:
🗓️ August 1: Direct Admit offer emails will land in your student’s school email address!
📬 Early August: A physical admissions packet will arrive in your home mailbox within 2 weeks after the email.
Action Item for Parents:
Please remind your student to check their high school email on August 1st so they don't miss their offer!
Questions? Contact the high school counseling department! 🎓
Join our high school volleyball players & coaches for "Little Diggers" Youth Volleyball Skills Sessions this fall! New this year, our high volleyball program is offering skills sessions after school to players in grades K-5. See registration for complete details!
📆 Dates: Mondays, September 14, 21, 28
⏰Times: 3:15-4:30pm
📍Location: BW High School - West Gym
💲Cost: $20/participant (includes t-shirt)
‼️Register by: Tues, Sept 1
Registration Link: https://bwsd.cr3.rschooltoday.com/.../costo.../class_id/2353
📆 Dates: Mondays, September 14, 21, 28
⏰Times: 3:15-4:30pm
📍Location: BW High School - West Gym
💲Cost: $20/participant (includes t-shirt)
‼️Register by: Tues, Sept 1
Registration Link: https://bwsd.cr3.rschooltoday.com/.../costo.../class_id/2353
🏐 JOIN THE BLACKHAWK FAMILY! 🏐
The Baldwin-Woodville Area School District is hiring TWO Volleyball Coaches for the upcoming season! ⚡️
We are looking for:
🏐8th Grade Volleyball Coach
🏐JV3 Volleyball Coach
Are you passionate about volleyball, building strong fundamentals, and helping young athletes grow both on and off the court? This is a great opportunity to mentor our players, boost their confidence, and help shape the future of Blackhawk Volleyball!
Apply via WECAN: https://wecan.waspa.org/Employer/Vacancy/PublicSupport/3596
The Baldwin-Woodville Area School District is hiring TWO Volleyball Coaches for the upcoming season! ⚡️
We are looking for:
🏐8th Grade Volleyball Coach
🏐JV3 Volleyball Coach
Are you passionate about volleyball, building strong fundamentals, and helping young athletes grow both on and off the court? This is a great opportunity to mentor our players, boost their confidence, and help shape the future of Blackhawk Volleyball!
Apply via WECAN: https://wecan.waspa.org/Employer/Vacancy/PublicSupport/3596
Huge congratulations to Mrs. Kayla Knutson on being named to the ALDI Teacher Honor Roll! 🌟
Her classroom earned this well-deserved recognition for making 50 gift baskets for local students in need over the past two years. 🏆🧺
Read the full story featured on WEAU 13 News here 👇
https://www.weau.com/2026/07/24/hammond-teacher-recognized-by-aldi-making-50-gift-baskets-students-need/
We are so lucky to have teachers who teach our kids the power of giving back! ❤️👏
Her classroom earned this well-deserved recognition for making 50 gift baskets for local students in need over the past two years. 🏆🧺
Read the full story featured on WEAU 13 News here 👇
https://www.weau.com/2026/07/24/hammond-teacher-recognized-by-aldi-making-50-gift-baskets-students-need/
We are so lucky to have teachers who teach our kids the power of giving back! ❤️👏
📢 Big News! Community Ed & Youth Sports Updates Are Going Digital!
Starting with the 2026–2027 school year, we will no longer be mailing printed catalogs. Instead, all community education classes and youth sports opportunities will be shared via e-newsletters! ⚽🎨🏀
Want to make sure you never miss an update or registration deadline?
👇 Sign up for our newsletter email list today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfp2WJpt1TgOjZhsTN4iygvbxlF5ZTOW3Plft9w3A30pbKZ-g/viewform
Starting with the 2026–2027 school year, we will no longer be mailing printed catalogs. Instead, all community education classes and youth sports opportunities will be shared via e-newsletters! ⚽🎨🏀
Want to make sure you never miss an update or registration deadline?
👇 Sign up for our newsletter email list today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfp2WJpt1TgOjZhsTN4iygvbxlF5ZTOW3Plft9w3A30pbKZ-g/viewform
🏈Registration for 2026 BW Youth Flag Football is open!
See registration link for complete details & schedule.
📆Start Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
💲Fee: $75/participant
‼️Registration Deadline: Friday, August 28
https://bwsd.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/11/program_id/4
