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Families of the Class of 2027 can submit baby photos, messages and candid photos for the BCHS Oriole yearbook. Seniors must submit their own senior quotes. Baby Photos and Messages Deadline for payment: Oct. 15 Baby photo + message: $30 Message only: $20 Twins/triplets using a double space: $45 Label files with the student’s full …
The BC Backpack Program needs your help! The BC Weekend Backpack Program helps address food insecurity through a K-12 weekend backpack food program. The program supplements food resources for students on weekends, holidays and school breaks. Volunteers at the high school fill 60-100 backpacks each week. The backpacks are distributed discreetly to students across the …
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. …
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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School zone traffic The BCSD’s Extended School Year (ESY) program is held at Eagle Elementary School from July 6 through Aug. 14. During the program, school buses will be on the road and school zone speed limits around Eagle are in effect. Please use extra caution when driving and watch for students entering and exiting …
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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 …
