VIDEO: BCSD a leader in statewide conversation on cell phones in schools
With expertise in creating distraction-free schools, BC is leading the conversation on how to improve school culture by keeping cell phones and other devices out of sight.
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BCHS teacher’s artwork part of Woodstock ’94 30th Anniversary celebration
Congratulations to BCHS art teacher Corey Fong, whose artwork was selected as part of a special summer art installation celebrating the 30th anniversary of Woodstock ’94 in Saugerties, New York. Mr. Fong was among three dozen artists who were invited to decorate fiberglass models of “Hippie Buses” made popular in the 1960s and ’70s. The …
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Info on financial support for families during the school year
Families needing financial support throughout the school year Dear BC Parent/Guardian: Inflation and economic uncertainties since the Covid-19 pandemic have made financial hardship more common for families everywhere. As a school district, we offer support in several ways throughout the year for BC families who may need assistance when it comes to paying for school-related …
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Glenmont PTA minutes – 2023-24
The following are archived meeting minutes from the 2023-24 school year from the Glenmont PTA: October 2023 November 2023 December 2023 January 2024 February 2024 March 2024 April 2024 May 2024
Annual notification regarding safety drills – 2024
Dear Parents and Guardians: The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. To keep everyone safe we have security (safety) procedures that include standard terms, protocols and drills that we practice regularly. The emergency response terms used in the district (and across NYS) are: Lockdown: To secure school buildings and grounds if …
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UPDATE: Police & FBI officials indicate there is no imminent safety issue related to series of phone threats
The following is an update on the series of phone threats made against schools in the Bethlehem Central School District between Sept. 10-12. Police officials have determined there is no imminent safety issue related to the series of calls. Read more: At a private briefing this afternoon, Monday, Sept. 16, agents from the Federal Bureau of …
Onsite afterschool activities canceled Monday, Sept. 16
All afterschool and evening activities in the Bethlehem Central School District are canceled today, Monday, Sept. 16. This impacts onsite activities only (away games/contests will be held). School’s Out will not operate this afternoon. There have been no phone threats since Thursday, Sept. 12, however, the decision to suspend afterschool activities today is out of an abundance …
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Two more phone threats received by Bethlehem police
Two more anonymous phone calls threatening gun violence at Bethlehem Central High School have been received by the Bethlehem Police Department this evening. Two calls were received, at 8:01 p.m. and at 8:03 p.m. One call threatened the high school with gun violence tomorrow (Friday); the other threatened the football team tomorrow (Friday, specifically at …
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An important message from Superintendent Jody Monroe, Sept. 12
An important message for BCSD families and staff members from Superintendent Jody Monroe… Dear BC Community, I understand that many of you are feeling unsettled and concerned following the recent threats made against our school district. These incidents, including the threat made during after-school activities yesterday, which led to a lockdown and a large-scale reunification of students, …
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Third phone threat being investigated tonight, Sept. 11
An anonymous phone call to police threatening gun violence tomorrow (Thursday) at both the Bethlehem Central Middle School and Bethlehem Central High School was received tonight, Wednesday, Sept. 11, by the Bethlehem Police Department. This is the third call in 24 hours. The phone call is similar to two others received earlier today and last …
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