District Named 2024 Best Communities for Music Education

Baldwinsville Central School District has been honored for its commitment to music education for the 15th year in a row. The NAMM Foundation has recognized the school district with a 2024 Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) designation.

“Receiving this honor every year is a reflection of the incredible music educators we have working with our students,” said Superintendent Dr. Joseph DeBarbieri. “This honor also recognizes that the Baldwinsville community is committed to providing opportunities for our students in music education.”

The Best Communities for Music Education awards program recognizes outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community leaders who have made music education a part of the curriculum. The designation indicates that a school district has an exceptionally high commitment and access to music education.

To be considered for a Best Communities for Music Education designation, applicants must complete a survey and answer detailed questions about funding, graduation requirements, music class participation, instruction time, facilities, support for the music program and other factors that affect access to music education for all students.

The Baldwinsville Central School District’s music teachers are Jennifer Bearup, Randall Bennett, Megan Brody, Adam Carkey, Kristina Czerwiak, Cynthia Doback, Rebecca Dusart, Christine Isbell, Katrina Kahl, Colin Keating, Laura Kenyon, Cody Lassinger, Timothy Moshier Jr., Brittany O’Reilly, Leah Pisaghi, Devin Schuessler, Aliza Stoll, Keegan Thompson, Steven Uhl, Jennifer Vacanti, Casey Vanderstouw, and Timour Vernyi.