Dr. DeBarbieri has been deputy superintendent for Baldwinsville since 2016 and has also served as acting superintendent of schools. He took on the role of permanent superintendent on July 1, 2023. Dr. DeBarbieri began his career in Baldwinsville in 2002 as a math teacher at Charles W. Baker High School. He has worked as a building administrator at Baker High School and Van Buren Elementary School and also served as assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction before taking on the role as deputy superintendent. Dr. DeBarbieri has a Doctor of Education from Syracuse University, a Certificate of Advanced Studies from Syracuse University, a Master of Science from Le Moyne College, and a Bachelor of Arts from Syracuse University.

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Staff,

The annual budget vote and Board of Education elections will be held on Tuesday, May 19th at the District Operations Building on main campus. The 2026-2027 proposed budget maintains all student programming and staffing levels. This budget reflects our continued commitment to providing exceptional opportunities, safe learning environments and strong support systems for all students. We encourage all eligible residents to come out and vote in support of the 2026-2027 school budget and Board of Education election. Your participation plays an important role in shaping the future of our schools and community.

I want to make sure voters have all the information available before they go to the polls. Check out our quick reference guide below and if you have a question, please reach out.

The Basics:

When is the vote? From 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19th

Where do you vote? Voting will be held again this year at the District Operations Building located on the main campus. The building is located next to the District Office in the former Transportation Center at 29 East Oneida Street.

Who can vote? To be eligible to vote, you must be:

1. Eighteen years of age or older;
2. A citizen of the United States; and
3. A resident of the district for 30 days prior to the vote.

5 Ways to Learn More about the Budget:

1. Visit our 2026-2027 Budget Webpage.
2. Watch the Public Budget Hearing, which was held on Monday, May 11th.
3. Read the special edition of the Hive - the budget newsletter. 
4. Review the Budget Document.
5. Watch Baker News student-produced budget video.

Learn More About the 3 Board Candidates:

The community will have the opportunity to vote for three board members. The three board positions are for three-year terms commencing July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. The seats are presently held by Victor Jenkins, Andrew Henty and Luke Gasowski. The three incumbent candidates are running unopposed.

• Read candidates’ biographies
• Watch the video from the Meet the Candidates Night, which was held on Monday, May 11th.

I have a few announcements to share with you today: 

Athletics: 

• Our Girls Flag Football will compete in the Sectional Quarterfinal vs. Syracuse West at 5 p.m. today. The game will be played at home.
• Our Boys Tennis will compete in Individual Sectionals all day on Monday, May 18th at SUNY Cortland.
• Our Girls Golf will compete in Sectionals all day on Tuesday, May 19th at Pompey Club.
• Boys Golf State Qualifiers will be held all day on Wednesday, May 20th at Timber Banks.
• Our Girls Crew departs for Nationals in Tennessee on Thursday, May 21st.

Go Bees!

May Calendar Reminders:

• May 18th is the Bee the Champion event 
• May 19th is the School Budget Vote
• May 19th is the Senior Art Showcase from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Baker
• May 22nd is no school for flex day (pending no additional calendar changes)
• May 25th is no school in observance of Memorial Day

Visit our online calendars on our website for times, locations and more events!

Please continue to check ParentSquare, your email and our website at www.bville.org, for important updates. As always, please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.

Have a great weekend! Go Bees!

Sincerely,

Dr. Joseph M. DeBarbieri
Superintendent of Schools

Read all messages from Dr. DeBarbieri – 2025-26 School Year