Acclaimed children’s author Sarah Albee visits Slingerlands

The New York Times bestselling author Sarah Albee recently visited Slingerlands Elementary School. Sarah Albee enjoys blending history and science into her work and has written over 150 children’s books. Her recent nonfiction titles have been recognized by the Junior Library Guild, Bank Street College of Education Best Books, and Notable Social Studies Trade Books, …

BCSD Community Day, a first of its kind, is a success

On Monday, Mar. 31, teachers and staff from the Bethlehem Central School District devoted a Superintendent’s Conference Day to dozens of community service projects across the district and throughout the Capital Region. Check out the district’s Facebook page for photo highlights. The weather cooperated as each school and department contributed to the effort. More than …

Celebrated Author-Illustrator Jason Chin visits Bethlehem

The award-winning author and illustrator Jason Chin visited Eagle, Glenmont and Hamagrael elementary schools this week.  Known for his stunning watercolor illustrations and captivating storytelling, Chin has received numerous honors including the 2022 Caldecott medal for his illustrations in Watercress by Andrea Wang, a Caldecott Honor for Grand Canyon, a Sibert Honor and the NATE …

Hamagrael Grade 5 Chorus performs at Empire State Plaza

Congratulations to the Hamagrael Elementary 5th Grade Chorus, who, under the direction of Mrs. Courtney Giampaolo, performed at the Empire State Plaza in Albany today, March 27, in celebration of “Music in Our Schools Month.” This event was sponsored by the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA). To be a part of this celebration, …

LISTEN: BC leaders talk phone-free schools on statewide podcast

As the New York State Legislature considers a proposed measure prohibiting student cell phone use in schools, BC leaders recently discussed the district’s successful phone-free school policy with the New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA). Listen to the NYSSBA’s President’s Gavel Podcast featuring Superintendent Jody Monroe and Board of Education President Holly Dellenbaugh. 

BC Community Day: Faculty and staff to lend support to area organizations on Mar. 31

On Monday, Mar. 31, teachers and staff from the Bethlehem Central School District will dedicate a full day to community service,  combining forces to make a positive impact across the Capital Region. More than 700 individuals will participate in various activities including park and trail cleanups, writing letters to military service members, organizing food pantries, …

Unified Bowling celebrates a successful season with friends, teachers & staff

The Bethlehem Central High School Unified Bowling team celebrated another successful season on Friday, Mar 14. The team gathered with friends, coaches, faculty and staff for some friendly competition at Del Lanes. The end-of-year celebration has become an annual event that everyone looks forward to. Organized by Coach Sean Mooney, this year’s bowling outing was …