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Air conditioning could be coming to BC schools with a proposed capital project

Note: The information below will be updated over the next several months, as the Board of Education discusses a proposed capital project. Meeting Schedule | Cooling Project | Project Highlights | Scope by Building The Bethlehem Central School District is preparing a capital project that would support the district’s core values of academics, community, character, …

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Fall 2025 Continuing Education

Back-to-school is not just for our students! Check out our Continuing Education classes and get ready for a fun and rewarding fall.

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Free school meals for all students starting in September

Beginning in September 2025, breakfast and lunch meals will be available to ALL Bethlehem Central School District students free of charge as a result of a new state law. Extra items such as snacks, additional entrees or extra milk will continue to be an additional cost. Families are not required to fill out paperwork or an application …

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Bus Transportation Form for 2025-26

To ensure efficiency in the district transportation program, families whose children are eligible for bus transportation must update each student’s bus transportation needs for the 2025-26 school year. We are asking all parents whose students are eligible for transportation to verify OR update their bus registration in  Aspen.  You can update now through Aug. 15. …

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National Night Out & Poster Contest

The Bethlehem Police Department’s Community Services unit invites BC families to National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Elm Avenue Park. The event is part of an annual national crime prevention effort. Information about crime prevention and personal safety will be provided by many different organizations. In collaboration …

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How families can find free meals, food benefits this summer

Summer Meals for Children 18 and Under During the summer, all children and teens ages 18 and under can get free, nutritious meals at nearby places like parks, community centers and libraries.  Meals vary, but all include nutritious foods like fruits, vegetables, grains and protein. Many sites offer fun activities, too. There is no need to sign …

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Buildings to be open 7:30a-3p from July 7-Aug. 15

All buildings in the Bethlehem Central School District will operate on a summer schedule beginning on Monday, July 7. Main office hours at each of the buildings will be 7:30 a.m. until 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, through Friday, Aug. 15. The district office will be open until 4 p.m. during that period.

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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, …

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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 …

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