The Bethlehem Central School District Art Department invites its distinguished alumni to participate in the upcoming Alumni Art Exhibition, taking place in the fall of 2026. This exhibition is a showcase of the diverse creative talents of former BC students and provides a platform for community engagement and professional exposure. Interested in submitting artwork? Fill …
The 2026-27 school supply lists for students at Slingerlands Elementary School can be found below. Kindergarten | Grade 1 | Grade 2 | Grade 3 | Grade 4 | Grade 5 Kindergarten A list of supplies can be found below, or download and print a PDF version of the Kindergarten supply list. Backpack—labeled with name …
A message for incoming Grade 9 families from BCHS Assistant Principal Heather Culnan… Dear Grade 9 Families, Bethlehem Central High School is excited to welcome your student to our annual Grade 9 Orientation on Tuesday, September 1, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the high school. Transportation If your student will be riding district …
Supply lists for the 2026-27 school year can be found below. Please note: If you PRE-ORDERED a supply kit from the PTO to be delivered to your home, the list of items that will arrive in your kit can be found here. Please compare your list to the grade-level lists below to determine if any additional …
Calling hours for Gianna Ida-Smith, who passed away on July 7, have been announced. Gianna’s family will receive visitors on Monday, July 13 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Applebee Funeral Home, 403 Kenwood Ave, Delmar. The celebration of Gianna’s life will continue with a reception to be held at Martel’s Restaurant at Capital …
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On Tuesday, July 7, more than 30 Slingerlands students and their families attended a “Meet the Principal” event, where they met and mingled with new Slingerlands principal Kate Kloss. Kloss comes to Slingerlands from Elsmere Elementary School. Students of all grade levels, including those new to the school from rezoned neighborhoods, enjoyed getting to know …
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Dear BC staff and families: It is with deep sorrow that I write to inform you that a BC student, Gianna Ida-Smith, who would have been a sophomore at Bethlehem Central High School in the fall, passed away this morning, July 7, 2026. Gianna had been undergoing treatment for cancer since earlier this year. Gianna …
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The 2026-27 school year at Hamagrael Elementary School begins on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. There are two ways to stock up on school supplies for the new year: Option 1: EduKit Preorder Hamagrael Elementary School has teamed up with EduKit for the 2026-27 school year, offering you an easy and convenient back-to-school shopping solution. Get …
Please note that the information below is an annual requirement. The Districtwide Safety Plan is a general plan filed each year by the district that outlines the district’s response to emergencies. Pursuant to NYSED Commissioner’s Regulation 155.17 (e) (3), the Bethlehem Central School District is making the district-wide safety plan available for public comment prior …
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On Saturday, June 27, a class of 323 students from Bethlehem Central High School received diplomas at a commencement ceremony held at the MVP Arena in downtown Albany. It was a joyous event for the members of the class of 2026, their families, friends, teachers, staff, administrators and members of the Board of Education. Principal …
