Become a member of the Bethlehem Music Association

An message from the Bethlehem Music Association (BMA)… Bethlehem Central School District is the proud home of an outstanding music department composed of 16 music teachers, over 35 music performing ensembles and more than 4,000 students from kindergarten through grade 12! The Bethlehem Music Association (BMA) is the “booster club” for this amazing music program. …

Info on financial support for families during the school year

Families needing financial support throughout the school year Dear BC Parent/Guardian: Inflation and economic uncertainties since the Covid-19 pandemic have made financial hardship more common for families everywhere. As a school district, we offer support in several ways throughout the year for BC families who may need assistance when it comes to paying for school-related …

An important evening update from Superintendent Jody Monroe, Sept. 15

An important message for BCSD families and staff members from Superintendent Jody Monroe… Dear BC Community, Thank you for your ongoing patience and support as we navigate these challenging circumstances. One of our district’s core values is community, and our students, parents and staff have truly embodied this value demonstrating remarkable support and unity. We …

Video: BCSD Superintendent Jody Monroe and Bethlehem Police Department provide threat investigation update

This afternoon, Superintendent Jody Monroe hosted a press conference with Bethlehem Police Chief Gina Cocchiara to give an update on the ongoing investigation into the recent threats. Superintendent Monroe also shared how the district is preparing classrooms in case a hybrid approach becomes necessary. To learn more about the investigation and district plans moving forward, …

Sept. 13-15 All BCSD buildings and grounds closed

All BCSD buildings and grounds are closed and will remain closed throughout the weekend, Sept. 13-15. All weekend activities planned at any of the district’s buildings or grounds are canceled, including the Delmar Farmers Market. Activities scheduled off-campus (away games) will go on as planned.

BC Weekend Backpack Program

Research has shown that students who are not hungry attend school more regularly, have improved academic achievement, and have fewer disciplinary issues at school. The Bethlehem Central High School Student Senate organizes a districtwide effort to address food insecurity and food shortages affecting some of our students through a weekend backpack food program. The program …

Douglas Morrissey appointed Director of Special Education

The Bethlehem Central School District’s student support services department, which includes special education, will begin the 2024-25 school year with some new faces, and some familiar faces in new roles. At its Sept. 4 meeting, the Bethlehem Central Board of Education appointed Douglas Morrissey as Director of Special Education. Morrissey brings nearly three decades of …

National Night Out “What Safety Means to Me” Poster Contest

The Bethlehem Police Department will host National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at Elm Avenue Park in Delmar. All families in the Bethlehem Central School District are invited to join in the festivities celebrating safe neighborhoods. There will be live music, vehicle and equipment displays, a bounce house, raffles and more. This year, there …