IMPORTANT: BCHS to dismiss at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 7

Bethlehem Central High School (BCHS) will dismiss all students early on Friday, November 7, at 10:30 a.m. This early dismissal will accommodate a large number of staff and students expected to attend a scheduled Celebration of Life honoring longtime BCHS French teacher Michele Atallah, who passed away on Sunday, November 2. The early dismissal applies to BCHS …

District mourns longtime BCHS French teacher Michele Atallah

The Bethlehem Central School District community is mourning the loss of longtime BC educator Michele Atallah. The beloved Bethlehem Central High School French teacher passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, after a battle with cancer. Known for her commitment to excellence, Michele Atallah was regarded for her love of teaching, her passion for the …

Elementary school attendance zone update; Community Forum scheduled for Nov. 20

A consultant-led K–5 Enrollment and Capacity Study is underway to evaluate and balance student enrollment across the district’s five elementary schools. The study may result in adjustments to elementary school attendance zones. Currently, Glenmont and Eagle Elementary Schools are operating at or near capacity, while Elsmere, Hamagrael, and Slingerlands are being underutilized and have available …

2025 Capital Project – Proposed Project Scope by Building

The proposed 2025 Capital Project includes improvements and upgrades for every school in the district. A full list of project elements, by building, can be found below: Eagle Elementary School Elsmere Elementary School Glenmont Elementary School Hamagrael Elementary School Slingerlands Elementary School BCMS BCHS Transportation Operations & Maintenance Eagle Elementary School — Approx. 6.2% of …

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – 2025 Capital Project

What is a capital project? Just like a home, school facilities need attention and upkeep to maintain a healthy, safe, and secure environment for teaching and learning. Multiply the daily wear and tear of 4,150 active students and 800 staff members in seven schools, and these maintenance costs easily rise above what the annual general …

Glenmont PTA minutes – 2024-25

The following are archived meeting minutes from the 2024-25 school year from the Glenmont PTA: June 2025 May 2025 April 2025 March 2025 February 2025 January 2025 December 2024 November 2024 October 2024 September 2024