BCMS principal Dr. Michael Klugman honored by NYS world language teachers

The New York State Association of Language Teachers (NYSAFLT) has recognized Bethlehem Central Middle School Principal Dr. Michael Klugman with the Sister Rose Aquin Caimano Distinguished Leadership Award, honoring his exceptional support of world language education. Presented annually to one outstanding school administrator statewide, the award was given to Dr. Klugman at the NYSAFLT Annual …

America Recycles Day is Saturday, Nov. 15 at BCMS

The Bethlehem Central School District’s Green Team will again partner with the Town of Bethlehem, Delmar Farmers Market and Grassroot Givers for the 11th annual America Recycles Day. The community recycling event will take place at Bethlehem Central Middle School at 332 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar, NY 12054. The event will be held on Saturday, November …

BC Spirit Run brings chilly cheers and big school spirit

A cold morning did not deter K-5 runners from showing their BC pride at the fourth annual Spirit Run at Elm Avenue Park on Tuesday. Hamagrael Elementary claimed the Spirit Trophy for the second consecutive year, with an impressive 36% of its students participating in the districtwide fun run. Runners of all ages bundled up …

Board appoints new interim leadership

At its meeting on Nov. 5, the Bethlehem Central Board of Education appointed Charles Voelker as Interim Assistant Director of athletics and wellness and Paul Jenkins as Interim K-12 academic supervisor of physical education, health and family and consumer science. Both bring extensive experience in athletics, school leadership, and student programming to their new interim …

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 …