Baystate Academy Charter Public School Invites Prospective Families to Open House on July 9

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Baystate Academy Charter Public School (BACPS) will welcome prospective students and their families to an Open House on Wednesday, July 9, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., providing an opportunity to learn more about the school's unique educational approach, meet faculty and staff, and explore the campus.

The event is designed for families interested in enrolling students in grades 6-12 and offers an inside look at Baystate Academy's college-preparatory curriculum, which features enriched experiences in health sciences and a strong focus on preparing students for success in higher education and future careers.

During the Open House, visitors will have the opportunity to tour the school's campus at 2001 Roosevelt Avenue, learn about academic programs, student support services, extracurricular opportunities, and the school's commitment to developing both habits of scholarship and character. Faculty and administrators will be available to answer questions about enrollment, academics, and student life.

One of the school's signature programs is its nationally recognized Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Biomedical Science program, which provides students with hands-on, real-world experiences that support Baystate Academy's mission of preparing and exposing students to careers in the health sciences industry. Through PLTW, students explore medicine, human body systems, and a wide range of biomedical science careers while developing the critical thinking, problem-solving, and technical skills needed for future success. This year, Baystate Academy was named a 2025-26 PLTW Distinguished School for the fourth consecutive year, placing it among a select group of high schools nationwide recognized for increasing student access, engagement, and achievement in career-connected learning.

The PLTW Distinguished School recognition honors schools that demonstrate a strong commitment to expanding opportunities in STEM education and career readiness. Baystate Academy earned the designation by meeting rigorous criteria, including student participation rates, course availability, and continued engagement in multiple PLTW courses. The school's partnership with PLTW helps connect classroom learning to real-world applications and future career pathways in healthcare and related fields.

"At Baystate Academy, we are committed to creating an environment where students are challenged academically, supported personally, and inspired to become leaders in their communities," said Timothy Sneed, Executive Director of Baystate Academy Charter Public School. "We look forward to welcoming prospective families and sharing the many opportunities available to our students, including our award-winning Biomedical Science program."

Baystate Academy serves students from across the Springfield area and offers an interdisciplinary curriculum with a special emphasis on health sciences, helping students explore pathways to college and careers in healthcare and other high-demand fields.

Families interested in attending the Open House are encouraged to stop by to learn more about enrollment opportunities for the upcoming school year. School representatives will be available to discuss the admissions process and answer questions about becoming part of the Baystate Academy community.

For more information about the Open House or enrollment opportunities, contact Baystate Academy Charter Public School at (413) 366-5129 or visit www.bacps.net.

About Baystate Academy Charter Public School

Baystate Academy is a College Preparatory School that provides an interdisciplinary curriculum with enriched experiences in Health Science Careers. We commit to providing a culture that results in high-achieving students with the character, habits of scholarship and ethical foundation to be inspired leaders in the 21st century workforce.