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An important message for K-12 families from Superintendent Jody Monroe… Dear BC families: New York and the nation have been shaken by the news of yet another mass shooting that took place on Saturday in a Buffalo supermarket. The shooting is being investigated as a hate crime. Nearly all of the victims, 13 in total, …
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On School Budget Vote Day, May 17, students in grades K-5 will have an opportunity to cast their own votes as part of Kids Vote, Too! While they will not be able to decide on a district spending plan for next year, they will be able to take part in the democratic process by voting …
On Wednesday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m., four candidates for the Bethlehem Central Board of Education took part in a Q & A hosted by the Albany County League of Women Voters. WATCH HERE ON THE BCSD EVENTS CHANNEL ON YOUTUBE. Voting takes place on Tuesday, May 17. Learn more here.
Residents of the Bethlehem Central School District will have an opportunity to learn more about the candidates running for the Board of Education when the Albany County League of Women Voters hosts a Virtual Meet the Candidates Night on Wednesday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m. Bethlehem Central School District Board of Education Candidates Night Wednesday, …
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Student artwork now lines the long hallway to the primary wing at Slingerlands thanks to a grant from the Bethlehem Central Community Fund.
If you suspect a child is being abused or maltreated (neglected), report it by calling 1-800-342-3720, a toll-free 24-hour hotline operated by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. If you believe a child is in immediate danger, call 911 or your local police department. Information about reporting child abuse and maltreatment …
Congratulations to Pamela White! The BCHS junior is one of only a handful of students in the nation who will compete for $50,000 in prizes in the Poetry Out Loud 2022 National Finals in June. On Sunday, May 1, Pamela advanced to the final round after a top-rated performance in the semifinals of the poetry …
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A separate proposition will appear on the ballot seeking voter approval to establish a 2022 Capital Reserve Fund up to $20 million. A capital reserve fund allows the district to set aside money for future construction projects and major purchases, much like a savings account. Because capital assets have a predetermined useful life expectancy, a …
In addition to a proposed budget for the 2022-23 school year and a series of bus propositions, voters will also elect two members of the Board of Education on May 17. WATCH THE RECORDING: The Albany County League of Women Voters hosts a Virtual Meet the Candidates Night on Wednesday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m. …
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Ballot Proposition: Bus Purchase (max. $821,000) This year’s bus proposition will appear on the ballot as a separate proposition from the school budget. At a cost of $821,000, the proposal would allow the district to purchase four school buses: one 70-passenger electric bus and three mid-size 45-passenger diesel buses that can accommodate wheelchairs. Approximately 63% …
