The Baldwin School of Puerto Rico Viewbook

THE BALDWIN EXPERIENCE

Education for a better world

AN INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE CONTINUUM SCHOOL

WELCOME! MISSION

Since 1968, The Baldwin School has been a unique educational institution in Puerto Rico. Situated As leaders in
within the expanse of 23 acres in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, Baldwin offers a private English-language independent education
college preparatory curriculum for children from 3 years old through twelfth grade. Our unique
multicultural setting, coupled with our determination to motivate students, creates an ideal in Puerto Rico,
educational atmosphere for students to learn and grow. our Mission is to
offer a challenging
From their earliest years, Baldwin students are provided with a challenging, yet carefully balanced and diverse learning
curriculum that promotes their intellectual, social, and physical development. Through their environment that
participation in sports, clubs, and community service activities, Baldwin students become leaders in fosters independent
the classroom, in the school and in the community. Upon graduation, Baldwin seniors are accepted and ethical thinking
at top universities in Puerto Rico, the continental United States, and Europe. The educational through critical inquiry,
experience at Baldwin plays a key role in helping students succeed in college and in their careers. honest reflection,
and positive action.
Our school is accredited by the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges, by the
Department of Education of Puerto Rico, and we are a member of numerous other local and state- VISION
side associations. Baldwin is a member of the Caribbean Association of Independent Schools and
the National Association of Independent Schools. Baldwin is a fully authorized IB Continuum School The Baldwin School
in the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programs of the International Baccalaureate. of Puerto Rico is a
non-profit, non-
sectarian, international,
college preparatory
school. We are leaders
in independent English
language education

in Puerto Rico,
providing innovative
programs in a nurturing
environment on an
exceptional campus.
Our faculty and staff
inspire and empower
our students to be
creative, balanced,
open-minded, culturally
aware thinkers and

life-long learners,
with passion to learn

critically and act
compassionately.
Our community
fosters international
mindedness and
accomplishments in
the arts, service, and

athletics.
We are committed to
diversity, inclusion,

and social justice.

AN EXCEPTIONAL CAMPUS Baldwin students have the
opportunity to thrive within
Baldwin is well known for its beautiful, spacious, and well-developed 23 acre campus. our outstanding facilities:
Our campus is in a constant state of evolution in order to maintain an optimal learning
environment for an ever-changing world. Baldwin is home to a state-of-the-art, 500 seat, Campus-wide High Speed Wifi
Visual and Performing Arts Center; top-notch athletics fieldhouse and exterior courts; a Tablet and Apple TV Systems
contemporary elementary playground; and leading edge elementary music and recording Collaborative Learning Classrooms
studio, science labs, and art rooms. Visual & Performing Arts Center
Dance Studios
Baldwin is committed to the continuous integration of educational technologies that facilitate Art Studios
classroom instruction including a high speed internet system, ipad and AppleTV units, Google Music Studios
Education, and contemporary classroom design to facilitate collaborative learning. Science Labs
Computer Centers
The Baldwin campus is a Recording Studio
Certified National Wildlife Library
Indoor Fieldhouse
Federation Habitat, Volleyball & Basketball Courts
boasting a large variety Tennis Courts
Soccer Field
of mature trees, Fitness Center
green space and several Swimming Pool
Playground Areas
species of birds. Fully secured & guarded campus

EDUCATION BEYOND THE WALLS OF

Learning at Baldwin extends beyond the walls of the classroom.
Activities such as Model UN competitions, Science Bowls, Spring
Play, Art Week, and the 3rd Grade Opera are just a few of the
special programs that we offer. Most students belong to more
than one club at Baldwin, including: National Honor Societies,
Arts Clubs, Drama Clubs, Red Cross, Environmental Club, and
Student Council.

The academic programs are also complemented by educational
trips around Puerto Rico and further destinations such as France,
Spain, Ireland, Hawaii, New Zealand, Iceland and more. The wide
variety of activities that are offered at Baldwin give students the
opportunity to engage in active learning and to build a strong
bond with everyone in this wonderful vibrant community.

THE CLASSROOM INTERNATIONAL
BACCALAUREATE
The heart of Baldwin is its community. We believe in the dignity PROGRAM
and worth of our students and recognize the importance of
their responsibilities to their peers as well as the world beyond. Baldwin School is the first IB Continuum World
Baldwin teachers, like our students are passionate and dedicated, School in Puerto Rico, fully authorized in the
and parents lend their support in serving our greater community. Primary Years Program (PPK-5th grade); the Middle
Years Program (grades 6-10), and the Diploma
We search for opportunities to reach out and share our Program (grades 11 and 12). IB World Schools share
strengths with the community at large. The Scholarship a common philosophy - a commitment to improve
Program provides full tuition coverage and academic support the teaching and learning of a diverse and inclusive
for students with high potential and limited economic means. community of students by delivering challenging,
School-wide community service projects serve efforts such as high quality programs of international education
cancer foundations, natural disaster relief, animal shelters, and that share a powerful vision.
environmental clean-ups are examples of our commitment to
the community. The International Baccalaureate is considered
the world’s premier college preparatory program,
especially by colleges and universities in Europe
and North America. The IB uses the inquiry method
(teaching kids how to ask the right questions in
support of their own learning) and is student-
centered in focus. While content is important within
the IB, it is viewed as one of the means available to
grow key skills such as critical thinking (the ability to
reason deeply and with complexity) and divergent
thinking (the ability to see more than one solution
to a problem, or to frame a question in more than
one way), not as an end unto itself. The IB stresses
the importance of conceptual understanding.

A PASSION FOR THE ARTS

Baldwin students take pride in their artistic endeavors as both
creators and performers. The goal of the Fine Arts program is
to inspire the development of each student’s natural talents,
creating an ideal environment for artistic expression. The
Preschool and Elementary curriculums are enhanced by music
and art courses, allowing the student to begin developing an
aesthetic appreciation for the fine arts. In the Middle and Upper
School, students are able to explore in more depth the area of
their interest. Through the various facets of the Baldwin Fine Arts
program, our students develop sensitivity, imagination, creativity,
and personal expression.

ATHLETICS: COLLABORATION IN COMPETITION

The Baldwin School’s athletic program is designed to promote
health, camaraderie, and school spirit. Whether flying a kite
in an elementary physical education class or playing on the
Varsity soccer team, students have fun while developing athletic
abilities. Students are encouraged to participate in the School’s
interscholastic athletic program, which offers a wide variety of
competitive sports teams to students in elementary, middle and
upper schools. Many of Baldwin’s sports teams are top-ranked in
their leagues. We are proud of our competitive student athletes
and commend them for their discipline in balancing academic
responsibilities and athletic commitments.

Athletes often participate in multiple sports over the course of the
year. Their fellow classmates and teachers cheer them on from
bleachers, benches and sidelines. Parents consistently support
sports events as well, donating time and resources for the teams.

BALDWIN BULLS
ATHLETIC TEAMS

Soccer
Volleyball
Cross Country

Golf
Basketball
Swimming

Tennis
Baseball
Softball
Track & Field
Flag Football

PYP SUBJECT AREAS
PPK to 5th Grade

English
Spanish
Math
Science
Social Studies
Visual Arts
Performing Arts
Physical Education
Computers
Library

THE OXMAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER INTERNATIONAL
BACCALAUREATE
The Preschool education program at Baldwin’s OECC is based on the belief that the interaction PRIMARY YEARS
between children’s own innate interests and their learning environment result in healthy
personal growth. We believe each child’s self-esteem is a precious asset that must be nurtured. PROGRAM
Our curriculum fosters children’s cognitive, socio-emotional, and physical growth through
developmentally appropiate activities within a safe, supportive and playful environment. PPK - 5th grade

To complement the core curriculum – language (English and Spanish), math, science, and social PYP Curricular
studies – we also integrate music, art, physical education, cooking, computer classes and lots framework:
of time to learn while playing. Student life at the OECC is full of music, movement, and play. Our Constructivist
greatest gift is an abundance of love! approach

Developmentally
appropriate

Student centered
Inquiry driven
Concept based

Transdisciplinary
themes:

Who we are
How we express

ourselves
How we organize

ourselves
How the world works

Where we are in
place and time
Sharing the planet

OECC ACTIVITIES

Art Exhibit
Back to School Night
Cooking Classes
Día Puertorriqueño
Field Trips
Fun Day (Field Day)
Grandparents’ Day
Helping Fridays
Holiday Program
Kindergarten Advancement

Ceremony
Pet Day
Spirit Week
Story Telling
Students ‘Day
Thanksgiving Luncheon
Turkey Run

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ELEMENTARY
ACTIVITIES
Throughout the elementary years, students strengthen their own abilities as learners. They explore
and experiment. They read, write and perform. They research, create and present individually and in 3rd Grade opera
teams. Baldwin’s elementary program supports each student’s learning process while encouraging Back to School Night
the development of academic and inter-personal skills. Community Service/

Emphasis is placed on writing skills, reading comprehension, and mathematical proficiency. Although Helping Fridays
the core curriculum is taught in English, our Spanish department develops a solid mastery of the Elementary Clubs
Spanish language, and as a result, students love to read in both English and Spanish. Teacher’s high Field Trips
expectations and support for all students result in enthusiastic learners who are empowered to Dia Puertorriqueno
establish their own goals and engaged in the process of learning. Fun Field Day
Students’ Day
The academic curriculum is complemented by activities that foster a sense of belonging to our Glee Club
Baldwin community. Annual activities such as Spirit Week, Fun Day, and Family Day bring the school Holiday Program
together and encourage family involvement. Students are active participants in the life of the school: 5th Grade Exhibition
they share classroom responsibilities, get involved in student council, participate on athletic teams, Mini Sports Teams
and express themselves creatively in a variety of ways. Spirit Week
Student Council
Music/ Dance Fest
Band
Town Hall Meetings
Turkey Run
Art Week

MIDDLE / UPPER SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL 10th Grade
CURRICULUM MYP English 5
Baldwin’s Middle/Upper School program fosters independent MYP English 5 Extended
thinking, questioning, and reflection skills as life-long processes. 6th Grade MYP 4 and 5 Journalism
With the support of a nurturing, passionate and experienced MYP English 1 MYP Math 5
faculty, we provide a strong college-preparatory curriculum, IB MYP Math 1 MYP Math 5 Extended
High Level and Standard Level Courses, along with a variety of MYP Integrated Sciences 1 MYP French 5
extra-curricular and athletic activities. At Baldwin, we take pride MYP World History 1 MYP 5 Physical & Health education
in promoting the growth and development of the whole student. MYP Spanish 1 MYP Integrated Sciences 5
Spanish Aquisition MYP Integrated Sciences 5
Our school offers a highly demanding curriculum and our teachers MYP French Aquisition 1
use a variety of educational methods and techniques to develop MYP 1 Physical and Health Extended
our students’ creative talents, teamwork abilities, critical thinking MYP Spanish 5
skills and potential strengths while striving to improve skill in Education MYP Spanish 5 Extended
English language, arts, mathematics, science and technology, MYP 1 Exploratory MYP 4 and 5 Cine y Literatura
Spanish Language, French Language, and the social sciences. Spanish Aquisition
(Visual Arts, Drama, Music) MYP 5 PR History
Students feel confident, assertive, MYP 1 Desgn Skills MYP 5 PR History Extended
and prepared to actively engage in Advisory MYP 5 Visual Arts
their world. Upon graduation from MYP 4 and 5 Theater
the Baldwin School, our students 7th Grade MYP 4 and 5 Design : Video and
successfully take their place among MYP English 2
the finest students at the college MYP Math 2 Production 2
or university of their choice. They MYP Math 2 extended MYP 4 and 5 Finance and Stocks
aspire to achieve their fullest MYP Integrated Sciences 2 MYP 4 and 5 SAT prep
human potential and to leave their MYP World History 2 Advisory
individual marks upon the world. MYP Spanish 2
Spanish Aquisition 11th Grade
MYP French Aquisition 2 (Year 1 Diploma Program)
MYP 2 Physical & Health Education
MYP 2 Exploratory IB Language & Literature SL/HL
Spanish and English
(Visual Arts, Drama, Music)
MYP 2 Design IB Language B
Advisory French SL/HL
Spanish SL
8th Grade Spanish ab initio
MYP English 3
MYP Math 3 IB Psychology SL
MYP Math 3 Extended IB Economics SL
MYP Integrated Sciences 3 IB History HL/SL
MYP World History 3 IB Biology HL/SL
MYP Spanish 3 IB Physics SL
Spanish Aquisition IB Chemistry SL
MYP French Aquisition 3 IB Environmental Systems
MYP 3 Physical & Health Education
MYP 3 Design and Societies SL
MYP 3 Exploratory IB Math Analysis and Approaches
IB Math Applications and
(Visual Arts, Drama, Music)
Advisory Interpretations
IB Visual Arts SL/HL
UPPER SCHOOL Theory of Knowledge
CURRICULUM Pamoja IB courses
CAS: Creativity Action Service
9th Grade Advisory
MYP English 4
MYP English 4 Extended 12th Grade
MYP 4 and 5 Journalism (Year 2 Diploma Program)
MYP Math 4
MYP Math 4 Extended IB Language & Literature SL/HL
MYP Integrated Sciences 4 Spanish and English
MYP Integrated Sciences 4
IB Language B
Extended French SL/HL
MYP 4 US History Spanish SL
MYP 4 US History Extended Spanish ab initio
MYP Spanish 4
MYP Spanish 4 extended IB Psychology SL
MYP 4 and 5 Cine y Literatura IB Economics SL
Spanish Aquisition IB History HL/SL
MYP French Aquisition 4 IB Biology HL/SL
MYP 4 Physical & Health Education IB Physics SL
MYP 4 Design IB Chemistry SL
MYP 4 and 5 Design: IB Environmental Systems

Video Production 1 and Societies SL
MYP 4 Visual Arts IB Math Analysis and Approaches
MYP 4 and 5 Theater IB Math Applications and
MYP 4 and 5 Finance & Stocks
MYP 4 and 5 SAT prep Interpretations
Advisory IB Visual Arts SL/HL
Theory of Kowledge
Pamoja IB courses
CAS: Creativity Action Service
Advisory

M/US CLUBS

Art Club
Audio/Visual Club
Band
Ceramics
Chess Club
Community Service Club
Drama Stage Company
Environmental & Recycling Club
Fundacion Coco
Girl in you
Glee Club
Italian Club
Journalism Club
MedLife
Model United Nations
National Honor Society
National Junior Honor Society
Red Cross
Robotics Club
Student Council
Survival Kit
Yearbook

M/US ACTIVITIES PROFILE OF BALDWIN GRADUATES

8th Grade Advancement Ceremony Knowledgeable and Principled
12th Grade Graduation
Athletic Awards Ceremony Baldwin graduates have mastered the academic, technical and personal skills that
Art Week will help them thrive at university and beyond. They apply what they have learned
Awards Assembly in meaningful, insightful and ethical ways. Our graduates have had numerous
Club Fest opportunities to engage in collaborative learning and principled action.
College Fairs
Community Service Projects Passionate Learners and Critical Thinkers
Día Puertorriqueño
Field Trips Baldwin graduates value learning as a life-long endeavor. They have the breadth and
Holiday Bazaar depth of vocabularies to articulate ideas clearly through oral, written, and visual
Math Bowl expression. They have developed the critical thinking and problem-solving skills that
Music Fest enhance their ability to make sound decisions and reach logical conclusions.
NJHS and NHS Induction Ceremony
Next Generation Activity Day Resilient and Courageous
Pep Rallies
Ring Ceremony Baldwin graduates are aware of their academic, personal, and communal strengths
Senior Prom and limitations. They muster the focus, determination, and confidence to succeed in
Science Bowl spite of challenges, while demonstrating resilience and optimism in the process.
Spirit Week
Sports Fest Compassionate and Globally Aware
Sports Tournaments
Spring Play/Musical Baldwin graduates understand the importance of
Student’s Day demonstrating kindness, empathy, and service to
Town Hall Meetings others. They seek ways to contribute in positive
ways to their communities, at home and abroad.
Baldwin graduates recognize the importance
of taking care of their environment, promoting
peace, respecting the dignity and rights of every
individual, and helping humanity advance in a
positive way.

Balanced and Reflective

Baldwin graduates have the self-discipline and
desire to pursue physical, mental, and emotional
health. They reflect on their choices and seek
opportunities for personal growth.

A COMMITTED FACULTY You are invited to join us
in the Baldwin Experience!
The strength of Baldwin School is its dedicated
adults. Baldwin boasts a highly qualified and Attending Baldwin School means more than learning
dynamic faculty and support staff. Led by forward lessons, excelling in the arts and sports or giving
thinking administrators, this group has no back to the community. Baldwin also means finding
bounds. Quality relationships are forged between mentors who believe in you, making close friends and
caring adults and amazing students each day. creating long lasting relationships.

We are committed to making Baldwin’s admission
process informative and productive. We look forward
to introducing you to our students, to our teachers
and to our extended community. Deciding on a school
is no easy choice until you visit our amazing campus.

Please visit our website at baldwin-school.org to
learn more about Baldwin and to obtain application
requirements and related documents.

For more information,
please contact our Admissions Office:
787-720-2421 ext. 239, 224
[email protected]
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The Baldwin School of Puerto Rico is a member of the Caribbean Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) and the National
Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), and is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges.

The Baldwin School of Puerto Rico is a not for profit organization formed under Section 501(c)3 of the U.S. Internal Revenue
Code. Donations to The Baldwin School of Puerto Rico are tax-deductible as charitable contributions for Puerto Rico income tax
purposes as permissible by law.

The Baldwin School of Puerto Rico, in accordance with national and federal laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, religion, gender, age, disability, national or ethnic origin in its administration of admissions or educational policies,
athletics, or other school sponsored extracurricular programs, financial aid program, or employment practices.

THE BALDWIN SCHOOL OF PUERTO RICO PO BOX 1827, BAYAMÓN, PUERTO RICO 00960-1827
WWW.BALDWIN-SCHOOL.ORG
PHONE: 787.720.2421 FAX: 787.790.0619

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