Do you know someone who has served BKW Schools with distinction or who has proudly represented BKW in their career or community service? Consider nominating that person for a Board of Education Recognition Award. Each year, the Board of Education holds a recognition ceremony where the board recognizes those individuals who have given outstanding service, …
What is BKW doing to stop bullying? BKW Schools takes bullying seriously. State and federal laws prohibit bullying and require schools to take steps to stop and prevent it. New York’s Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) specifically addresses all bullying that may interfere with a child’s right to learn in a physically and emotionally …
Elementary School Nurse Katie Johnson shares the following to help all BKW students stay healthy: Much like several schools in the Capital Region, we have seen an increase in Coxsackie Virus (Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease) here at BKW. It is often difficult to determine if someone has this virus due to the fact that …
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Capital Region BOCES is looking for substitute teachers/TAs/nurses for all 22 area school districts. Learn more and find necessary forms at https://www.capitalregionboces.org/employment/apply-to-become-a-substitute/ You can elect any or all of the districts, or you can choose to only be called for your home district. Don’t have access to a computer? Call 518-464-5127 or 518-464-3927 to request an application. Substitute Registry Service …
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Visitors to BKW Schools will find an unfamiliar, but reassuring person walking our halls—our new school resource officer Albany County Deputy Sheriff Nate Bray. Deputy Bray began on the first day of school this year. His role is three-fold. He mediates student and family issues, educates students on drug and alcohol awareness and bullying, and …
The BKW Athletic Department will induct its 2018 Athletic Hall of Fame members at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 4 in the High School Cafeteria. Honored this year will be: Coach – Jim Gillis Athletes – Jill Lendrum-Norray Bob Rowe Deforest Deitz George Martin Sr. Team – 1972 Cross-Country Team Supporter of Athletics – Bob …
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The service mailing BKW’s 2018 school tax bills did not send them until Sept. 5. Due to the late mailing, school officials have extended the penalty-free due date until Tuesday, Oct. 9.
For the most part, opening day went well. Like all first days, students looked forward to seeing friends, but were sometimes uneasy about their new classroom environments. Quickly, however, everyone seemed to settle into a routine as if we had never recessed for the summer. Most disconcerting were the several phone calls related to transportation. …
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August 28, 2018 Dear BKW Community, I hope you have had a restful summer. As the calendar turns to September, our thoughts and planning are focused on opening the 2018-19 school year. Our students return to school on Wednesday, September 5. It will be exciting to have all of them back. This promises to be an exciting …
The BKW Board of Education will hold a goal setting meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 27 in the Secondary School Library. The public is invited.
