BCHS junior among top finishers in Stock Market Game, again

Once in a while, stock market investors get lucky earning big returns with short-term investments. For Bethlehem Central High School student Tao Xie, however, it seems to be more skill than luck. That’s because this high school junior has reached the top three in the New York State Stock Market Game not once but twice. …

BC celebrates Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

The month of May marks the celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, when we honor the contributions of the AAPI community to American history, culture, and achievements. Students and staff from Bethlehem Central High School are helping to educate their school community all month by sharing a multi-media website and promoting discussions …

Ian Knox to be named principal of Hamagrael Elementary School

Ian Knox, an administrator in Lansingburgh, to be named principal of Hamagrael Elementary School The Bethlehem Central Board of Education is expected to name Ian Knox as principal of Hamagrael Elementary School. Knox, who is currently principal at Turnpike Elementary School in Lansingburgh, will succeed David Ksanznak as principal. Ksanznak is retiring at the end …

BCHS ranked #1 area high school by U.S. News & World Report

Bethlehem Central High School has been rated the top high school in the Albany metro area by U.S. News & World Report. The high school was also ranked at #901 in the publication’s national rankings of more than 24,000 high schools across the country and #82 in New York State. The rankings were released today …

Student Wellness Survey Results – Grades 6-12

On Wednesday, April 14, Bethlehem Superintendent Jody Monroe shared results of two Student Wellness Surveys of students in grades 6-12. The results of the surveys — one for middle school and one for high school — were presented at the Board of Education meeting. The surveys, which were administered the last week in February, were …

BC Future Business Leaders earn statewide recognition

Students from the BCHS Chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) scored high marks in several categories at this year’s New York State FBLA Spring Leadership Conference. The conference, which is the annual high point for FBLA members, was held virtually this year. The BC students and students from across the state competed in …

Updated Districtwide School Safety Plan with Pandemic Plan

At its March 17 meeting, the BC Board of Education approved an updated version of the 2020-21 Districtwide School Safety that includes a Pandemic Continuity of Operations Plan. The plan has been developed to meet the requirements of subsection (2)(m) of Education Law §2801-a which requires public employers to prepare a plan for the continuation …

Andrew Baker to be appointed principal of Slingerlands Elementary School

Andrew Baker, the longtime supervisor of the Bethlehem Central School District’s English Language Arts (ELA) department, is expected to be named principal of Slingerlands Elementary School. Baker will succeed Heidi Bonacquist as principal. Bonacquist is retiring in June. Slingerlands Elementary School is one of five K-5 schools in the BC school district. It has a …

Don’t forget about the flu

While we remain vigilant about screening for COVID-19, please keep in mind that flu season is here. Updated flu information from the New YorkState Department of Health and other flu facts are always available on our website and a searchable list of locations currently offering flu shots is available from the CDC.  Albany County also offers flu vaccines by appointment. …

Know the drill: Don’t be scared, be prepared

Drills are an important first step in keeping Bethlehem schools, students and staff safe District staff follow strict, detailed safety protocols during emergency drills. With good training and practice, everyone involved will be better able to react appropriately in the event of an actual emergency. Drills allow administrators, staff and students to mitigate, prepare for and …