More information regarding arrest of BCHS student

The following letter was emailed to families districtwide on Dec. 1, 2021. Dear BC Parent/Guardian: I am writing to inform you about the arrest of a Bethlehem Central High School student on Tuesday evening Nov. 30 by the Albany County Sheriff’s Office. It has been alleged that the student made threats of violence against unspecified …

BCMS counselors bringing expertise to repair a confidence crisis in girls

The mental health and wellbeing of Bethlehem Central School District students continues to be a primary focus in the work of the district’s Counseling Services. Recently, BCMS Counselor Carla Young and BCMS Social Worker Jessica Van Wormer presented at the New York State School Counselors Association, sharing the work they do here in the district …

Coming to BC in 2022! Stage 700 presents Les Misérables

We are thrilled to announce that Stage 700 students will storm the musical barricade with Les Misérables School Edition April 7- 10, 2022.  Winner of over 100 international awards, and seen by 8.5 million people in New York alone during its run from March 1987, through May 2003, Les Misérables is the world’s longest-running musical …

BC elementary students connect with students in Kenya

Half a world away and so many lessons to learn.  Multiple BC elementary classes are virtual penpals with a class in Kambiti, Kenya. Students have been learning about the similarities and differences between each other’s cultures. The program is through the organization Level Up Village. Watch the video above to see the classes meet live …

2022 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

A record 16 members of the BCHS Class of 2022 have been named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists. Congratulations to these students!

High school start time to stay at 7:35a through June 2022

A critical bus driver shortage continues to impact student transportation in the Bethlehem Central School District. As a result, the high school will continue its current bell time schedule throughout the entire 2021-22 school year, with students at BCHS beginning the school day at 7:35 a.m. This decision will allow the district to continue to …

Halloween at Slingerlands 2021

Halloween was particularly special this year thanks to the efforts of parents, staff and the smiles of our students.

Four BCHS artists featured in Historic Albany Foundation show

Four BCHS student artists will have their work displayed as part of the Historic Albany Foundation’s BUILT2021 Exhibition. Each year, the foundation organizes a celebration of art and architecture, with artists from all over the state and beyond submitting their work to the show. The art ranges from paintings to photographs, sculpture to jewelry. The …