Everything you need to get ready for your first day — explore our Minecraft campus tour, watch orientation videos, and discover what it means to be an Explorer.
Our campus has been recreated block-by-block in Minecraft Education Edition. Walk the halls, find your classrooms, and get familiar with the school before your first day!
Four easy steps to explore your new school before your first day!
Use your Fresno Unified student email (4digit@fresnounified.org) to log into Minecraft Education Edition for free.
Click the "Download World File" button above to save the .mcworld file to your computer or tablet.
Open Minecraft Education, click "Play," then "Import World." Select the downloaded .mcworld file.
Load up the Baird world and explore the campus. Look for signs at key locations with helpful info for new students.
Deep in the vault, thousands of books await discovery. Decodables, leveled readers, and stories across every subject — choose your path and begin exploring.
Important links and information for your first weeks at Baird.
Everything you need to know in one place — bell schedule, dress code, bus routes, attendance, health forms, counseling, citizenship expectations, and more. Start here.
Watch these short orientation videos to get ready for your first day as an Explorer. New videos added regularly!
📌 This video is from the 2025–2026 school year and will be updated for 2026–2027.
What to bring on your first day — required supplies, Chromebook accessories, locker tips, and what to leave at home.
What's expected before your first day — get a head start on assignments and show up ready to hit the ground running.
Principal's welcome message for all incoming Explorers and their families. What to expect in your first week.
A breakdown of the 2026–2027 bell schedule — A/B days, class periods, passing times, and when lunch is.
Learn how to use your student planner to track homework, upcoming tests, and deadlines like a pro from day one.
Your go-to platform for assignments and class materials — plus how Academic Support Time works to help you stay on track every day.
What it means to be a Baird Explorer — respect, responsibility, and positive behavior that earns recognition on campus.
What to wear — and what not to. A clear guide to Baird's dress code so you're ready and comfortable from day one.
Long-term projects that connect your classes and build real-world skills. What they are, how they're graded, and how to plan ahead.
Reading, writing, grammar, and literary analysis — building the communication skills you'll use in every class.
Build on your math foundation with algebra concepts, problem-solving strategies, and critical thinking challenges.
From life science to earth science — labs, experiments, and hands-on discovery every week in the classroom.
Explore history, geography, economics, and civics through projects, discussions, and real-world connections.
Stay active and learn healthy habits. PE covers fitness, team sports, and wellness — what to wear and what to expect.
Baird's music program includes band, choir, and elective music classes — open to all skill levels and experience.
Interscholastic and intramural sports options, tryout information, and how to get involved in Baird athletics.
From STEM to student government to the arts — find your people in one of Baird's 40+ after-school clubs.
Find out how to get involved and support your student at Baird — from classroom help to events and everything in between.
A guided walkthrough of the Baird Minecraft world — key locations, hidden spots, and how to get the most from your virtual visit.
Visit the full Baird Middle School website for the latest news, calendars, athletics schedules, and more.