Are you a member of the Bethlehem Central High School Class of 1986? Join your fellow classmates for our 40th class reunion Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 6:30-10:30pm at Wolfert’s Roost in Albany. RSVP is required. The fun doesn’t stop there! Informal events have been planned throughout the entire weekend, starting on Friday, September 25 …
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The High School Counseling Center will host a 9th Grade Parent Orientation on Monday, Aug. 31, from 8-9 a.m. in the High School Auditorium. This orientation is for parents and guardians only and is designed to help families learn more about their student’s high school experience and future. RSVP here for the 9th Grade Parent …
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Bethlehem Central High School has been rated the number one high school in the Albany metro area by U.S. News & World Report in the national 2026-27 Best High Schools list. The Albany metro area includes 47 public high schools in the greater Capital Region. The high school was also ranked #75 in New York State. The …
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KINDERGARTEN ● 3 Boxes 24 crayons ● 1 Dz. #2 Ticonderoga Pencils, sharpened ● 1 Large pink eraser ● 12 Large Elmer’s Glue sticks ● 4 Dry erase markers (fine point)- Black Expo ● 2 Boxes of Crayola Washable Markers – classic color, wide tip, 8/set ● 1 Box of Crayola Colored Pencils – 12/set …
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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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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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… 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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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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PLEASE NOTE: All registration and payment for Fall 2026 are online only. The deadline to register is Friday, September 18. Full course information for BCSD Continuing Education can be found below. General Information Course Fees Continuing Education course fees vary as outlined in course descriptions. Regardless of base cost, non-residents must add $10 per course. …
