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Month: August 2026

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Senior portrait deadline is Sept. 9 – Don’t miss it!

Yearbook portrait appointments for the Bethlehem Central High School Class of 2027 are now available through Lauren Studios, the official yearbook photographer. Schedule Your Portrait Lauren Studios – DEADLINE is Sept. 9 50 Colvin Avenue, Albany Appointments available throughout the summer until the DEADLINE of Sept. 9   To schedule an appointment: Call (951) 272-8600 Visit www.LaurenStudios.com and select “Schedule …

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Review of special education at BC identifies strengths, areas for improvement

Alliance Education Associates (AEA) has completed a comprehensive review of Bethlehem Central School District’s special education programs and services, identifying strengths in the district’s ability to serve students with disabilities while also outlining opportunities for improvement. AEA presented its findings to the Bethlehem Central Board of Education on Aug. 12 following a six-month review conducted …

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Heather Culnan named interim principal of Hamagrael Elementary School

Bethlehem Central School District has named longtime Bethlehem Central High School Assistant Principal Heather Culnan interim principal of Hamagrael Elementary School. Culnan will begin her new role Aug. 31, following the departure of Hamagrael Principal Ian Knox, who is taking a one-year leave of absence to pursue a professional opportunity outside the district. Culnan brings …

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IMPORTANT Hamagrael leadership update from Superintendent Jody Monroe

Important Hamagrael leadership update from Superintendent Jody Monroe… Dear Hamagrael Families, I am writing to share an important update about the upcoming school year. Current Hamagrael Principal Ian Knox has requested a one-year leave of absence to pursue a professional opportunity outside the district. I have granted his request, and his leave will begin on …

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Nick Petraccione returning to BCHS as an interim assistant principal

Bethlehem Central School District is welcoming back retired Bethlehem Central administrator Nick Petraccione, who will serve as interim assistant principal at Bethlehem Central High School for the 2026-27 school year. Petraccione will assume the position currently held by Assistant Principal Heather Culnan, who has been named interim principal of Hamagrael Elementary School. Petraccione retired from …

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Aug. 12 Board of Education meeting to include Special Education report

The next Bethlehem Central Board of Education meeting will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. at the high school in Room D-122. The meeting will also be livestreamed.  The meeting will include three presentations: Special Education: Alliance Education Associates (AEA) will present findings from AEA’s in-depth review of the district’s special education programs and …

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