14 WEEKLY 2025
AUGUST
VOL 3 • NO. 27
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BULLPUP BLOCK PARTY BRINGS BACKTO-SCHOOL FUN TO BALDWIN CITY (Parent Teacher Organization) is a volunteerled group dedicated to supporting students, teachers, and staff through fundraising, events, and hands-on help. Funds raised from concessions and the raffle go directly back into Baldwin Elementary classrooms in the form of teacher grants, field trip assistance, supplies, and special student activities. The PTO also fosters a sense of school community by organizing events like the Bullpup Block Party, which strengthens connections between families, staff, and the wider Baldwin City community. “Our PTO is made up of parents, teachers, and community members who want to make sure our students have every opportunity to learn and thrive,” a community member shared. Every hot dog purchased, every raffle ticket sold — it all goes back to the kids. Mark your calendars and pack up the whole family for an evening of laughter, games, and community spirit. The Bullpup Block Party is ready to send Baldwin City students into the new school year with big smiles and great memories. Baldwin City families are invited to kick off the school year in style at the annual Bullpup Block Party, hosted by the Baldwin Elementary PTO. This year’s free back-to-school celebration will take place Saturday, August 16, from 5–8 p.m. at the Baldwin City Sports Complex, located next to the Intermediate Center at 100 Bullpup Drive. The event has grown so much in recent years that it’s now taking over the Sports Complex fields, offering more space for activities, vendors, and community fun. All students are welcome to attend, and families can look forward to an evening packed with games, entertainment, and plenty of treats.
Activities for All Ages Kids can bounce, climb, and race through bouncy houses and an obstacle course, unleash their creativity with chalk and bubbles, or snap memories at the photo booth. Adventurous visitors can get an up-close look at community vehicles in the Touch a Truck area, while those with a playful streak can head to Teacher Jail to drench their favorite teacher with water balloons. Sweet tooths will be happy to know cotton candy is free for everyone, while concessions will offer hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, snow cones, popsicles, and drinks for purchase.
Raffle Fun with Local Prizes One of the night’s highlights will be the Bullpup Block Party Raffle, featuring prizes donated by local businesses. Participants can buy tickets for $1 each, 6 for $5, or 25 for $20. After writing their name and phone number on the tickets, attendees drop them into the prize buckets of their choice — and they don’t have to be present to win. More Than Just a Party While the Bullpup Block Party is a chance to reconnect and celebrate before the first school bell rings, it also serves a greater purpose. The Baldwin Elementary PTO
Saturday
AUGUST 16 5–8 p.m.
@ Baldwin City Sports Complex
(located next to the Intermediate Center at 100 Bullpup Drive.)