Community Announcements - Bethlehem Central School District

The Bethlehem Central School District is a proud member of its community and considers itself an important hub of healthy community activities and education, as well as information and awareness. The BC Community Announcements page provides information regarding educational and recreational activities and programs that benefit the students and families of the district.

If you want your organization’s programs or events listed below, please use this form. Only listings that meet the terms and conditions set by Board Policy 1810 will be considered for publication. This information can be found below.

The Community Announcements page is updated weekly throughout the school year.

Submit an announcement to the BC Community Announcements Page.

Community Events and Activities

Sept. 29 is Nature’s Loop Family Day hosted by YMCA & Town of Bethlehem

Head to Elm Ave Park for some family fun! Choose a 2-mile trail run/walk or a .4-mile paved and accessible for all fun run. After crossing the finish line, join us for games, food trucks, and more! Cost is $25 per family. This is a collaboration between the Bethlehem YMCA and Town of Bethlehem Parks & Recreation. Learn more here, https://cdymca.org/events/natures-loop

Book sale by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library

On Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., there will be a book sale at the Bethlehem Public Library. Books, DVDs, and other materials that have been removed from the library collection and are in excellent condition will be available for purchase. Also included, will be public book donations organized for the sale. The organization will be accepting book donations for the sale Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Friday, September 20, 2024 from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Family Fun at Delmar Bethlehem EMS Open House on Sept. 14

On Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 12 noon to 4 p.m., bring the kids to check out EMS equipment and Police K9 demonstrations and meet your local volunteer ambulance department. There will be free food, a bounce house and a rock climbing wall. It all takes place at the Delmar Bethlehem EMS at 114 Adams St. in Delmar on Sept. 14.

Policies, procedures and guidelines

Board Policy 1810 – Guidelines for Community Announcements in Bethlehem Central Publications

No announcements from for-profit organizations will be published.
Announcements will be published from groups affiliated with the District (often referred to as Bethlehem Central President’s Council member groups). A list of these organizations can be found below.
In addition, announcements regarding recreational and educational activities and programs that benefit children within the school community may be published. These activities, events, and programs must take place within District boundaries to be considered for publication.
From time to time, it is recognized that the Towns of Bethlehem and New Scotland seek to bring attention to important information for town residents. When one of the towns identifies information of such importance, publication will be considered.
Advertising/Announcements for both student fundraisers and fundraisers for booster clubs and parent organizations (groups affiliated with the District) will be published only after the fundraiser has received the necessary approvals under District policy governing such fund-raising activities.
The final decision on what may or may not be disseminated using Bethlehem Central School District communication tools lies with the superintendent.

President’s Council Member Groups

Eagle Elementary PTO
Elsmere Elementary PTA
Glenmont Elementary PTA
Hamagrael Elementary PTA
Slingerlands Elementary PTO
Middle School PTO
High School PTO
Bethlehem Central Athletic Association
Bethlehem Music Association
Bethlehem Opportunities Unlimited
Healthy Kids Committee
Lab School Parent Organization

If you have any questions, please contact the BC Communications Office at 518-439-3650 or by email at bcsdcommunications@bethlehemschools.org.