Jasmine Schlichting Commits to Harvard 6/12/2013 Jasmine Schlichting ’13 has made a verbal commitment to row at Harvard University beginning Fall 2014.

Baldwin Celebrates Its 125th Commencement 6/7/2013 In 1889, The Baldwin School graduated its first girls, anticipating that they would go on to attend one of the "seven sister" colleges. Yesterday, 47 seniors graduated from Baldwin and, as members of the School’s 125th graduating class, will attend colleges across America. Unlike the graduates from 125 years ago, the Class of 2013 has unlimited options.  The seniors earned 184 acceptances from 105 colleges in 40 states and four countries (United States, Canada, Scotland and France). More than a third of the class (39 percent) will pursue science and engineering, followed by 36 percent studying liberal arts and languages, 20 percent studying business and five percent pursuing performing arts. Schools that would have been off limits to women in the 1800’s will welcome Baldwin graduates this fall including Harvard, Princeton and the U.S. Naval Academy.

Arden Simone Honored with Blazer 6/4/2013 Arden Simone ’13 was honored with the White Blazer, Baldwin’s highest athletic award, at the annual Athletic Association Banquet held June 3. The White Blazer is awarded to a student-athlete who has played on at least two varsity sports in her senior year and who represents the best qualities of sportsmanship: the ability to win and lose gracefully, act with integrity, take criticism willingly and try to benefit from it, be a loyal teammate in winning and losing and, after the game, show interest in teams other than one on which she is playing. This award is voted on by student-athletes who have played on a team in Upper School.

Athletes Celebrated at Banquet 6/4/2013 Baldwin student-athletes, families, friends and special guests gathered last night for the annual Athletic Association banquet, held in the Baldwin School Residence. Deb Surgi, Director of Athletics and Arden Simone, Head of Athletic Association led the banquet; they congratulated all of the student-athletes for their dedication to their sport and to their teammates. Ms. Surgi also presented special awards and MVP awards. The 2013-2014 captains were announced as well as the incoming Athletic Association Board.  See below for a complete listing of the special award recipients.

Two Varsity Squash Players Honored Two Baldwin Varsity Squash players were recently recognized by U.S. Squash as the “Most Improved Player” in their respective divisions. Nicole DeLuca ’15 earned MVP for the Girls Under-17 Division and Angela Luo earned MVP in the Girls Under-15 Division. They both received trophies for their outstanding accomplishments.

Baldwin Scholars Announces 2013-2014 Awardees 6/4/2013 Baldwin is pleased to announce the 2013-2014 seniors who will be participating in Baldwin Scholars, a year-long independent research and fieldwork opportunity.  The program recently completed its exciting inaugural year.

Daring to Dream in the DREAM Lab 6/4/2013 The Baldwin School is proud to announce the launch of the DREAM Lab, opening Fall 2013.  Students will be combining design, robotics, engineering, arts and mathematics as they develop analytical, technical and creative problem solving skills in a hands-on customized setting.

Baldwin Students Featured in Wolf Pac Production of CATS 5/28/2013 The Wolf Performing Arts Center (Wolf PAC) will conclude its 2012-2013 production season with a fabulous production of the legendary musical Cats. The cast of 76 students in grades K through 12 features five students from The Baldwin School: Cari Milgram (grade 5), Amanda Miller (grade 5), Joelle Pearlstein (grade 1), Tessa Pearlstein (grade 4), and Haley Weiss (grade 11).  The production features classic Broadway songs like “Memory,” “Macavity,” and “Magical Mister Mistoffolees.” The show runs June 14 at 7:30 pm, June 15 at 2 pm and 7:30 pm, and June 16 at 2 pm.  The production takes place at the Bluett Theatre on the campus of St. Joseph’s University,5600 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA19010. To purchase tickets visit www.wolfperformingartscenter.org or call (610) 642 0233.

MS A Softball on a Winning Streak The MS A softball team has won four games in a row and feeling more comfortable with one more game next week.  During the last four victories the Bears have scored 51 runs and their opponeents have only scored 24.

MCRC Founder Receives Diversity Achievement Award The Philadelphia Area Multicultural Resource Center (MCRC) recently honored Kit Reath with its inaugural Diversity Achievement Award. Reath is the founder of the Philadelphia MCRC and a 35-year Baldwin educator who paved the way for inclusive communities and diversity education.

Baldwin School Celebrates Grandparents and Special Persons Day The Baldwin school was proud to welcome the grandparents and special visitors of students in pre-k through 5th grades on Monday.  It was a wonderful celebration that included an early morning concert and then presentations by each of the girls in their classrooms.  They were able to show their special friends and family members what they are accomplishing each day, and make sure they found time for a hug.

Caroline Rosen '16 Places Fourth at Golf Inter-Ac Champs 5/15/2013 Caroline Rosen '16  tied for fourth in yesterday's Inter-Ac Golf Championship, held at Radnor Valley Country Club. She was one shot short of finishing third in a field of the league's top golfers.

LS Students named Top Readers in 76ers Read for Ronald Program Congratulations to Lower School students Elina Emami, ’21,  Elise Kait, ’21and Blake Landow, ’22 for being named Baldwin’s top three winners in the 2013 76ers Read for Ronald Program!

Baldwin School Maskers 'Medea' Win "Best Ensemble" at "Cappie" Awards The Baldwin School is proud to announce that the Maskers spring play, Euripides' Medea, took home the “Best Ensemble” award at the Greater Philadelphia Cappie Awards on May 5.

Maya Patel Honored at Girls Inter-AC AD Banquet 5/9/2013 Maya Patel ’13 was Baldwin’s representative at the Girls Inter-Ac Athletic Directors Banquet, honoring student-athletes from each of the seven girls Inter-Ac schools who have been a multi-sport varsity athlete and have exemplified dedication to their team and school, outstanding representatives of the league, sportsmanship and leadership.

Taylor Flowers '13 Commits to Southern Connecticut 5/9/2013 Taylor Flowers ’13 has committed to play volleyball at Southern Connecticut State University, a Division II program and member of the Northeast 10. Taylor has been a member of Baldwin's volleyball team for four years.

The Baldwin School sponsors the Devon Horse Show 5/8/2013 The Baldwin School is proud to once again be a sponsor of the Devon Horse Show. The Devon Horse Show, started in 1896, is the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed competition in the United States. It takes place this year from May 23 to June 3.

Erin McCloskey '13 and Julia Fournier '13 Awarded National Merit Scholarships 5/8/2013 Congratulations to Erin McCloskey '13 and Julia Fournier '13, who have been selected as National Merit Scholarship winners. Fifteen of the forty-seven members of The Baldwin School’s Class of 2013 were also recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation in the fall.

Varsity Golf Finishes Second in Inter-Ac 5/7/2013 Baldwin shoots best team score all year, 247, to close out season and finish with sole possession (5-3) of second place in the Inter-Ac with a win at Sunnybrook versus Springside Chestnut Hill. Freshman Caroline Rosen led the Bear with a score of 44, followed by senior Maya Patel with a 48. Freshman Julia McAleese scored a 50 in the big win yesterday over SCH.

500 Raise $50,000 at the 10th Annual Alex Wake Memorial Run 5/6/2013 A record 500 runners and walkers, dressed in everything from tutus to fairy wings and running gear to formal wear, participated in The Baldwin School's 10th Annual Alex Wake Memorial 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, May 4, raising more than $50,000 to support academic scholarships, athletic programming and educational awareness on domestic abuse. Alexandra Wake ‘05, a gentle, talented 14-year-old student at The Baldwin School, was the victim of domestic violence that took not only her life, but that of her mother and grandparents on January 15, 2002. A hard working, bright Baldwin girl, Alex was empathetic and believed in building bridges and breaking down walls. She was a member of Baldwin’s cross country and track teams which gives special meaning to having a run named in her memory. The 10th Annual Alex Wake Memorial 5K Run & 1 Mile Fun Walk continues to provide the Baldwin and neighboring communities with a better understanding of, and the resources available for, women’s health, empowerment of women, and combating domestic violence. While the message is a serious one, the day is one of celebration as the School, its students and alumnae honor the spirit and camaraderie of their former classmate.