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Community Announcements

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. 

Bethlehem Repair Cafe is Saturday, Nov. 21

A Bethlehem Repair Café will be held Saturday, Nov. 21, from 1–4 p.m. at Delmar Reformed Church, 386 Delaware Ave. in Delmar. The event encourages community members to fight throwaway culture by bringing beloved household items in need of repair and giving them a second life — a gift to both families and the planet. Those interested in volunteering or asking about a potential repair can email BethlehemRepairCafe@gmail.com. For more information, visit repaircafehv.org/bethlehem. Volunteers are also needed.

Troop 75 Sportsmart is Saturday, Nov. 21

It’s November, which means it’s time for Sportsmart! Join Scout Troop 75 and Play It Again Sports for this annual sporting goods sale on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Bethlehem Central High School cafeteria. Shoppers can find great deals on new and gently used equipment, including skis, snowboards, bikes, hockey and lacrosse gear, camping supplies and golf equipment. The event will also feature silent auction packages, including golf memberships and offerings from local Bethlehem businesses. Have equipment to sell or donate? Drop-off and consignment hours are 8:30 to 11 a.m. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted. For more information, visit SPORTSMART on Facebook.

Cosmic Bowling for grades 6-10 at Del Lanes on Nov. 13

Cosmic Bowling for grades 6-10 with the Town of Bethlehem Parks & Rec Department on Nov. 13 from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Del Lanes in Delmar. The fee is $26 and includes 2 slices of pizza, a soda, bowling shoes, and supervision. T This is a parent drop-off and pick-up event! Register online or call the Park Office at 518-439-4955 ext. 2131.

Spring softball league registration is open

Registration is open for the Bethlehem Softball League’s Spring Rec program. Welcoming girls ages 5-18, with the season beginning mid-April! More info here: https://www.bethlehemsoftballleague.org/

Bethlehem Eagles Wrestling Club registration is open

Sign-ups are now open for the 2026-2027 Eagles Wrestling Club Season! The club is open to wrestlers in Grades K-6 in the Bethlehem school district. Please use the registration link to sign up. If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach K at bethlehemeagleswc@gmail.com

Resources for local food assistance

The Town of Bethlehem has a list of local food pantries and other resources that can assist with food insecurity. View the list of resources here. 

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
  • SEPTA
  • Middle School PTO
  • High School PTO
  • Special Education PTO (SEPTA)
  • Bethlehem Central Athletic Association (BCAA)
  • Bethlehem Music Association (BAA)
  • Healthy Kids Committee

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