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US History Regents cancelled – June 1 a regular school day for all

BKW Students and Families: We learned yesterday (May 24) from the New York State Education Department that the US History Regents Exam scheduled for June 1, 2022 has been canceled.  Originally, only students who were taking the US History Regents needed to report to school.  With the cancellation, June 1, 2022 now reverts back to …

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Reflections on the school tragedy in Texas

Please see the following message from Dr. Mundell in response to yesterday’ tragic event in Texas. Our counseling and support staff in available to assist students with any social/emotional needs in processing this horrific event. If you need support for your child, please reach out to their counselor or the building principal. May 24, 2022 …

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BKW Secondary School wins Mathical Book Prize

Congratulations to BKW Secondary School and Librarian Beth Davis selected as one of only 25 school districts in the United States to win the Mathical Book Prize. The prize includes a $700 stipend to purchase books that allow children to see math in the world around them. All winners were selected based on their programming …

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Students present an awesome Ag Day 2022

BKW’s  high school students tapped their AgriSTEAM knowledge, experience and creative skills to present an awesome Ag Day 2022 for pre-K through 6th grade students. Presenters included current high school students, alumni and district staff, local and regional experts – including those with whom students are interning – and feathered and furry friends of all …

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Residents approve 2022-23 budget, Helderberg Trail building purchase, new school buses, and reelect two to school board

BKW Central School District residents voted 295-108 on May 17, 2022 to approve a $24.69 million district budget for the 2022-23 school year. The approved spending plan totals $24,688,027 and represents a spending increase of 4.29 percent or $1,015,779 over the current year budget and a tax levy decrease of -0.5% or -$53,897. Residents also, …

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Second grade students start 3R Club, embody spirit of 321

BKW second grade students Emma Dolgawich-Adams and Eden Zayachek decided to start cleaning up their school’s playground during recess one day. When asked why, Emma said, “we found a lot of trash by the building,” and Eden added, “It was wrong. If animals eat it they will get very sick.” The students began gathering trash …

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2022-23 district budget and propositions vote, school board elections May 17

BKW Central School District residents will go to the polls on Tuesday, May 17, to vote on a proposed $24.69 million budget for the 2022-23 school year. Voting will be held from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the elementary school cafeteria. Click here for complete budget information The proposed spending plan for 2022-23 totals …

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FAQ about 1772 Helderberg Trail property purchase proposition

Overview On May 17, 2022, BKW Central School District residents will be asked to vote on the proposed purchase of property located next to the school, at 1772 Helderberg Trail, for a price not to exceed $410,000. May 17 is the also the statewide date of the annual school budget vote and Board of Education …

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Dr. Pitterson shares important end-of-year info

BKW Secondary School Principal Dr. Mark A. Pitterson has posted his May 10 letter to parents/guardians on his Principal’s Page. Information includes the upcoming academic achievement recognition event, Regents examinations and transportation schedule, Secondary School concert, Senior Awards Night, Senior Picnic, Grade 8 Moving Up, Senior Trip, and the graduation rehearsal and ceremony. Read more.

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