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Christopher Jantson appointed as K-12 Music Supervisor
At its meeting on April 23, the Bethlehem Central Board of Education appointed Christopher Jantson as the new K-12 Music Supervisor for the district, effective July 1. Jantson will oversee music education, curriculum, and programs across all seven schools, succeeding longtime music supervisor David Norman, who is retiring at the end of the school year. …
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2025 Spring Recycle Fest is Apr. 26 at Elm Ave. Park
The BCSD Green Team is excited to announce the 2025 Spring Recycle Fest on Saturday, April 26, at Elm Avenue Park! The event is co-sponsored by the town of Bethlehem, the Green Team, the Delmar Farmers Market, and Grassroot Givers. When Saturday, April 26, 2025 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Arrive no later than 12:40 …
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NYS server issues impacting ELA testing for a second day at BCSD
Server issues at the state level that impacted NYS English Language Arts (ELA) online testing at BCMS on Tuesday are continuing today, Apr. 9. Tuesday’s outage only impacted the middle school. Today, both the middle school and elementary schools (grades 3-8) are impacted by the testing platform failure. Bethlehem is one of several districts statewide …
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Hamagrael Grade 5 Chorus performs at Empire State Plaza
Congratulations to the Hamagrael Elementary 5th Grade Chorus, who, under the direction of Mrs. Courtney Giampaolo, performed at the Empire State Plaza in Albany today, March 27, in celebration of “Music in Our Schools Month.” This event was sponsored by the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA). To be a part of this celebration, …
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Grade 5 orchestra students in a Spring String Fling at BCMS
Fifth-grade orchestra students gathered at BCMS for an exciting look at the BCMS orchestra program.
Donation request: Support the BC Community Day
All BC faculty and staff will participate in BC Community Day on Monday, Mar. 31, a Superintendent’s Conference Day. Some schools are requesting donations to support their efforts. Anyone can drop off these items at the schools during regular school hours, on or before Friday, Mar. 28. BCHS (Giving Closet) The district’s science department is …
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2025 District Band Festival brings student musicians together with renowned composer Carol Brittin Chambers
Each year, the district organizes a special concert that brings together student musicians from band, orchestra, and choir. These students perform alongside a guest conductor or artist. This year, the District Band Festival on Thursday, March 13, featured renowned composer and arranger Carol Brittin Chambers as the guest conductor, leading the vibrant performances of BC …
Empire State Plaza Art Exhibit to feature BC artwork
More than 100 BC students will have their artwork on display as part of the 16th annual K-8 Empire State Plaza Art Collection Exhibit in downtown Albany. From March 3-23, 2025, their artwork can be viewed in the South Concourse, closest to the Madison Ave (NYS Museum) end of the concourse. Art teachers at the …
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Girls Flag Football Camp, July 28-Aug 1
The BC Girls Flag Football program will host a summer camp at the high school, July 28-August 1st from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. BC Girls Flag Football Summer Camp 2025 July 28-August 1, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Bethlehem High School Turf Field For girls entering grades 3-8 in 2025-26 Run by the girls …