BCMS seventh grader Arnav Jakkamsetti advances in Scripps National Spelling Bee
Arnav Jakkamsetti will compete in the National Scripps Spelling Bee Regional Championship on Mar. 8.
Category: District News
2025-26 District Calendar
At its Feb. 26 meeting, the Bethlehem Central Board of Education approved the calendar for the 2025-26 school year. The first day of school K-12 is Thursday, September 4. Download or print one-page 2025-26 BCSD calendar. [PDF] Important Dates 2025-26 First Day of School K-12: Thursday, September 4, 2025 Last Day of School K-5: Wednesday, …
2025-26 Budget Development Calendar
Developing a school district budget is a months-long process. Beginning in the fall, district administrators discuss long-range goals, enrollment projections, and budget priorities. By early February, revenue projections and estimated costs begin to take shape. Deliberation and development of the budget occurs in public meetings from February through April. Residents then vote on the proposed …
Take-home meals available for students observing Ramadan
BCSD’s Food Services will offer take-home breakfast and lunch for students who are fasting in observance of Ramadan. Take-home meals will be available during the school weeks throughout Ramadan. Families are asked to pre-order each week by filling out the attached Google Form. Orders should be submitted by the Friday before the following week. All meals …
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Lab School Brooks BBQ is March 1st
The BCHS Lab School will host its last Brooks Barbecue on Saturday, March 1. The event is open to all community members. Pre-order online by Saturday, February 22; see below for details. Day of sales will be limited. You can dine in or take out. There will be a silent auction, bake sale and live …
WATCH: News10 spotlights BC Student Helpdesk
On Thursday, Feb. 13, News10ABC highlighted the student interns who staff the Justin T. Brown Information Technology Helpdesk at BCHS. Hear from these students, and staff members, about how this innovative internship program supports teaching and learning while promoting professional growth for students. WATCH HERE: https://www.news10.com/classroom-progress-report/bethlehem-csds-it-department-staffed-by-stud… Read More
Designs by RISE creating memories, building real-world skills
Valentine’s Day means big business for the student-run business known as Designs by RISE.
DONATE: Lab School Hygiene Drive effort underway
The 2025 Lab School Hygiene Drive is now live! Students are encouraged to bring in the following for those in need: Body wash, shampoo or conditioner (Freshmen); Deodorant, toothpaste or Chapstick (Sophomores); Towels and washcloths (new or used), wet wipes or blankets (Juniors); and Laundry detergent or new underwear (Seniors). There is a box in …
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An important message from Superintendent Jody Monroe
The following is an important message from Superintendent Jody Monroe regarding new developments related to the “swatting” incidents last fall… Dear Parent/Guardian: I am writing to inform you about the arrest today of a Bethlehem Central High School student by the Bethlehem Police Department. The student, a minor, is charged with Making a Terroristic Threat …
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Poetry Out Loud competitors honored by Board of Ed
On Wednesday, Feb. 5, two high school students who competed in the NYS regional Poetry Out Loud competition were honored by the BC Board of Education. Juniors Laurel Muench and Keiran McNay represented BCHS at the state semifinals where they competed against 12 other students from local schools. While the BC students made it to …
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