Hamagrael – Proposed Walk Zone for 2022-23

In response to a nationwide and local driver shortage, the Bethlehem Central School District is proposing changes to bus transportation eligibility to reduce the number of bus routes, beginning next school year. These changes could impact up to 700 students districtwide beginning in 2022-23. The proposed changes shown on the maps below would need to …

Offices closed Friday, Feb. 25

FEB. 25:  All offices in the Bethlehem Central School District will be closed today, Friday, Feb. 25, due to the snowstorm. There will be no athletic events or practices. School is scheduled to resume Monday, Feb. 28 following the mid-winter break. Stay safe, BC! Weather-related closures  As in past years, schools will be closed when …

Letter from Principal Knox, Jan. 14

Monthly Theme (Respect) This month we are focusing on the word “respect”. Specifically, respecting ourselves, one another and the environment. Over the next few weeks, I am going to be going to each classroom to read the book, “All Are Welcome” by Alexandra Penfold and Suzanne Kaufman. The book follows a group of children through …

Letter from Principal Knox, Jan. 7

Dear Hamagrael Families,  We had an incredible week back at Hamagrael this week. It was so nice to see our halls, classrooms and playground filled with the joy, laughter and curiosity that only students and teachers can bring to a school. Please see the following updates below and, as always, reach out if you have …

Board of Education to appoint Jennifer Szpila as Elementary Assistant Principal

The Bethlehem Central Board of Education is expected to name Jennifer Szpila as elementary assistant principal, a role serving all five elementary schools in the district. Szpila has worked in the South Colonie Central School District for 15 years, most recently as an administrative dean and a Committee on Special Education (CSE) chairperson addressing the …

First Day of School Photos 2021-22

On September 9, 2021, we welcomed 4,300 students back to our seven schools. We are so excited to have everyone back at BC!

Introducing i-Ready, an online tool to help guide K-8 instruction

The following is an important message for parents K-8 from Assistant Superintendent for Educational Programs David Hurst and K-5 Administrator for RtI and Instructional Technology Laurel Jones. Dear Parents and Guardians, Welcome to the 2017-18 school year! We are writing to tell you about some changes ahead that will help teachers provide more personalized learning …