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Hamagrael Families, It’s not easy to articulate all of the emotions that I experienced over the past few days as we took a huge step towards some sort of normalcy. At arrival, when I opened the first car door, a kindergarten student stared at me for what felt like an eternity with wonder and excitement. …
In response to a nationwide and local driver shortage, the Bethlehem Central School District is proposing changes to bus transportation eligibility to reduce the number of bus routes, beginning next school year. These changes could impact up to 700 students districtwide beginning in 2022-23. The proposed changes shown on the maps below would need to …
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FEB. 25: All offices in the Bethlehem Central School District will be closed today, Friday, Feb. 25, due to the snowstorm. There will be no athletic events or practices. School is scheduled to resume Monday, Feb. 28 following the mid-winter break. Stay safe, BC! Weather-related closures As in past years, schools will be closed when …
Do you have a student entering Kindergarten in the Fall? The deadline is 3/1/22 Do you have a child entering Kindergarten this Fall? Or do you know of another family that does? This is an important reminder to register asap because registration closes on 3/1/22. If you miss this deadline it is possible that your …
Monthly Theme (Respect) This month we are focusing on the word “respect”. Specifically, respecting ourselves, one another and the environment. Over the next few weeks, I am going to be going to each classroom to read the book, “All Are Welcome” by Alexandra Penfold and Suzanne Kaufman. The book follows a group of children through …
Dear Hamagrael Families, We had an incredible week back at Hamagrael this week. It was so nice to see our halls, classrooms and playground filled with the joy, laughter and curiosity that only students and teachers can bring to a school. Please see the following updates below and, as always, reach out if you have …
The Bethlehem Central Board of Education is expected to name Jennifer Szpila as elementary assistant principal, a role serving all five elementary schools in the district. Szpila has worked in the South Colonie Central School District for 15 years, most recently as an administrative dean and a Committee on Special Education (CSE) chairperson addressing the …
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On September 9, 2021, we welcomed 4,300 students back to our seven schools. We are so excited to have everyone back at BC!
The following is an important message for parents K-8 from Assistant Superintendent for Educational Programs David Hurst and K-5 Administrator for RtI and Instructional Technology Laurel Jones. Dear Parents and Guardians, Welcome to the 2017-18 school year! We are writing to tell you about some changes ahead that will help teachers provide more personalized learning …
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