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  • Lendrum, Brink named Class of 2026 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

    The Berne-Knox-Westerlo Central School District is proud to announce the top academic honors for the Class of 2026. Congratulations to Valedictorian Patrick Lendrum and Salutatorian Justin Brink for their outstanding achievements and leadership throughout their high school careers. Valedictorian Patrick Lendrum Patrick Lendrum is recognized for his strong skills in mathematics and hands-on learning. He…


  • 2026-27 school budget vote: What to know before heading to the polls

    On May 19, Berne-Knox-Westerlo residents will decide on a $24,729,966 proposed budget for the 2026-27 school year. The proposed budget has a spending decrease of $7,362—the result of an expected loss in Foundation Aid in addition to increased insurance and operational costs.  The proposed budget carries a 3.77% tax levy increase, which is equal to…


  • Residents to decide on bus proposition

    As part of the annual school budget vote and Board of Education election on May 19, district residents will consider the purchase of three 28-passenger gasoline buses and one wheelchair accessible gasoline bus. The cost of the buses is not to exceed $430,783 and the district will be reimbursed by the state for approximately 63%…


  • Gabe English achieves rare “Triple Crown” wrestling milestone

    Varsity wrestler Gabe English cemented his legacy as one of New York’s elite athletes by becoming a Triple Crown Winner for the 2026 wrestling season. Gabe is one of only two wrestlers in the state to secure the Triple Crown milestone this year. The Triple Crown is one of the most difficult honors to achieve…


  • Budget basics: BKW residents to vote on budget proposal on May 19

    On May 19, Berne-Knox-Westerlo residents will decide on a $24,729,966 proposed budget for the 2026-27 school year. The proposed budget has a spending decrease of $7,362—the result of an expected loss in Foundation Aid in addition to increased insurance and operational costs.  The proposed budget carries a 3.77% tax levy increase, which is equal to…


  • Board of Education adopts proposed 2026-27 budget

    At its April 20 meeting, the BKW Board of Education adopted a proposed budget for the 2026-27 school year. District residents will decide on the proposed $24,729,966 budget on Tuesday, May 19. In addition to the proposed budget, residents will also vote on the purchase of four gasoline buses and elect two members to the…


  • Absentee and early mail ballots available for budget vote

    On May 19, BKW residents will vote on the 2026-27 proposed budget, a bus proposition and elect two members to the Board of Education. Absentee and early mail ballot applications are now available for the vote. Voters who wish to vote by absentee or early mail ballot are required to complete applications to receive ballots.…


  • March menus are now available to view

    The elementary and secondary March menus are now available to view. Visit our Food Services page to learn more.


  • CTE month rolls on; Meet senior Trista Smi

    As many of you know, the month of February marks Career and Technical Education Month. Learn how BKW senior Trista Smi is building professional experience through the welding program at the Capital Region BOCES, Schoharie CTE campus.


  • Pre-K registration details for fall ’26; What to know

    If you are interested in registering your child for our Pre-Kindergarten program this fall, please follow the steps below. Step 1. Contact Mrs. Diane Dibble for a registration packet at: diane.dibble@bkwschools.org or (518)8722-2030. Step 2: Gather the necessary documentation:  Step 3: Email or drop off the packet and any additional documents from Step 2 to the elementary main office between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on or…