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BC students head to National Speech & Debate Tournament

Three Bethlehem Central High School students had an impressive showing at the New York State Forensics League Championship Tournament, held recently at the Bronx High School of Science. Students Samuel Harwayne-Hymes, Keiran McNay and Molly Wladis represented BCHS, debating the resolution: The development of Artificial Intelligence is Immoral. The team’s dedication and skill stood out. …

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BC students build a foundation of kindness through peer-led microassemblies

BC High School students brought their leadership and compassion to the middle school earlier this week, hosting a series of impactful “Kindness Microassemblies” aimed at fostering inclusion, empathy, and awareness among younger students. Trained as peer leaders through the National Coalition Building Institute (NCBI), the high school students delivered thoughtful presentations on the power of …

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Acclaimed children’s author Sarah Albee visits Slingerlands

The New York Times bestselling author Sarah Albee recently visited Slingerlands Elementary School. Sarah Albee enjoys blending history and science into her work and has written over 150 children’s books. Her recent nonfiction titles have been recognized by the Junior Library Guild, Bank Street College of Education Best Books, and Notable Social Studies Trade Books, …

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Celebrated Author-Illustrator Jason Chin visits Bethlehem

The award-winning author and illustrator Jason Chin visited Eagle, Glenmont and Hamagrael elementary schools this week.  Known for his stunning watercolor illustrations and captivating storytelling, Chin has received numerous honors including the 2022 Caldecott medal for his illustrations in Watercress by Andrea Wang, a Caldecott Honor for Grand Canyon, a Sibert Honor and the NATE …

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BCMS students participate in STEM Day at RPI

BCMS students in Patrick Gilday’s Introduction to Engineering and Design class recently visited Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute for a STEM day focused on Technology and Aeronautical Engineering. “The students really enjoyed the trip,” said BCMS  Engineering and Design teacher Patrick Gilday.  “It was a great opportunity to see what studying engineering will look like when they …

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Tech Together: A Day of Community Support and Creativity

The Bethlehem Central Educational Technology Services and Library Departments will host Tech Together: A Day of Community Support and Creativity on Monday, March 31, 2025. The event will provide hands-on tech support, digital literacy education, and creative activities for adult community members. Whether you need help troubleshooting your home technology, want to improve your cybersecurity …

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