State of the Schools presentation sets the stage for 2023-24 budget discussions

On Wednesday, Feb. 1, Superintendent of Schools Jody Monroe delivered her annual State of the Schools presentation to the Board of Education. The presentation — which included updates on the district’s long-term strategic planning, highlighted annual goals for the current year and looked at five-year enrollment projections — marks the beginning of the district’s budget …

Board adopts Volunteer Firefighters and Volunteer Ambulance Workers’ Tax Exemption

At its Feb. 1 meeting, the Bethlehem Central School District Board of Education approved a resolution allowing a partial school property tax exemption for qualified volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers who are homeowners and reside and serve within the school district. The decision will provide eligible volunteer firefighters and/or volunteer ambulance workers who have at least …

Leadership Opportunity: Director of Student Support Services

Invitation to Apply The Bethlehem Central School District (BCSD) invites applications for the position of Director of Student Support Services. BCSD seeks a strategic leader and collaborative district partner with an innovative and resilient spirit, as well as a proven record of developing, coordinating, and implementing a comprehensive program of student support services. Reporting directly …

BCHS Helpdesk student interns are getting the job done

Did you know there are dozens of high school students who spend their free time helping teachers and other students troubleshoot Chromebook issues and solving other nagging technology issues? Every day, these dedicated students can be found at the Justin T. Brown Information Technology Helpdesk working alongside district Technology staff members. Together, they tackle common …

Schools and offices CLOSED Monday, Jan. 23

All schools in the Bethlehem Central School District will be CLOSED today, Monday, Jan. 23 due to inclement weather. All offices are closed. (This is an update from earlier this morning and is final info.)

Student Athletes Honored at December Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education recognized Girls Field Hockey, Tennis, Swim & Dive, and Cross Country Teams for their outstanding accomplishments at the Board Meeting on December 21. Each student was presented with an Eagle pin in recognition of their achievements. The Field Hockey Team defeated Shen 1-0, becoming Section II Division 1 Champions, marking the …

Jan. 18: Public hearing on tax exemption for volunteer firefighters, ambulance workers

Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed legislation that creates an opt-in for all local governments to provide a a partial property tax exemption to volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers. Chapter 670 of the Laws of 2022  allows municipalities to offer an exemption of up to 10% of the assessed value of the primary residence of …

BCMS presents The Wizard of Oz

Thursday’s performance of The Wizard of Oz has been postponed. Performances will now be Friday, 7p; Saturday, 2p; Saturday, 7p; Sunday, 2p and Sunday, 7p. Tickets for Thursday will be honored at the Sunday evening show.