Bethlehem SEPTA holds inaugural meeting, elects officers

The Bethlehem Central School District is proud to announce the formation of a new Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA), officially chartered by the New York State PTA on June 17, 2025. Founded by several dozen dedicated parents and faculty members, Bethlehem SEPTA is committed to fostering strong partnerships among families, educators, administrators, existing PTAs, …

Important: Half-day schedules at elementary, MS due to heat

On Monday and Tuesday, June 23-24, there will be half-day schedules for students at the elementary schools and the middle school due to the extreme heat. Exams at the high school will take place as scheduled, with temporary air conditioning being added to Gym B Exams not originally scheduled to be held in Gym B will be …

Glenmont first graders to represent region at NYS math competition

Three Glenmont Elementary School first-grade students are headed to the NYS Museum on May 31 to participate in the 2025 First in Math Statewide Elementary Mathematics Tournament. First graders, Breanna L., Jacob D. and Zephyra M. were announced as regional winners earning top individual scores in the virtual First in Math Statewide Elementary Mathematics competition. …

Elementary enrollment trends prompt discussion of flexible attendance zones

On Wednesday, May 7, Superintendent Jody Monroe announced that the district would perform a six-month evaluation of enrollment and attendance zones at the elementary schools. The announcement comes amid enrollment changes that have affected the balanced distribution of students among the five schools (Eagle, Elsmere, Glenmont, Hamagrael and Slingerlands). Superintendent Monroe recommended the formal review …

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 …