Dear BKW Community, On April 15, I proposed a final budget for the 2019-20 school year to the Board of Education for their adoption. The budget development process began in October with the Budget Advisory Committee reviewing last year’s audit and considering areas of the budget for long-term planning, such as health insurance costs, transportation …

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On Tuesday, May 21, residents of the Berne-Knox-Westerlo Central School District will go to the polls to vote on the district’s proposed, $23,882,634 budget for the 2019-20 school year.  Voting will be held 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Voters will also elect two members to the Board of Education at …

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Now that New York has adopted its state budget, BKW officials can work toward finalizing a budget proposal to present to the board of education. “Each year, our budget process comes to a standstill while the state hammers out its budget,” said Superintendent Dr. Timothy Mundell. “We know the foundation aid in the governor’s proposal …

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Te help parents plan their summer calendars, please look at these dates. Each school will send further information home with students as it becomes available. July 1-Aug. 12—Secondary School Summer School at Cobleskill CSD July 8-12—Bulldog Basketball Camp July 8-26—STEAM Camp July 8-Aug. 16—Special Education Extended School Year July 15-19—PTA Art Enrichment Camp July 22-26—Art …

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At each meeting, the BKW Board of Education acknowledges people who have contributed to the welfare of the BKW school community. January 6, 2020 Dr. Mundell gave accolades to Taylor Meacham for reaching 1,000 points in girls’ varsity basketball.  He also gave accolades to Tyler Goodemote for his 100 wins in wrestling. Mr. Tedeschi gave …

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SECTION 00 1116 NOTICE TO BIDDERS INVITATION TO BID: The Berne Knox Westerlo Central School District, hereinafter referred to as the “Owner”, will be accepting sealed bids to furnish labor and materials for the following prime contracts: SC1: Site Work GC1: General Construction PC1: Plumbing HC1: HVAC EC1: Electrical Sealed bids shall be received for …

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Coffee with the Secondary Social Worker (grades 7-12) is scheduled for 8:30- 9:30 a.m. in room 166 on March 8th, April 5th and May 6th. Come discuss social-emotional issues with your secondary school social worker. Topics will vary from organizational skills help to anxiety tips, as well as resources in the area and what staff …

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BKW’s principals would like you to join them for a cup of coffee and conversation. This is an opportunity for parents to share ideas, to ask questions, and to provide input in your child’s education experience at BKW. Join Elementary School Principal Annette Landry 8:30-9:30 a.m. on Thursday, Mar. 28 in the Elementary School Office. …

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