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Scholastic Book Fair will run from Nov. 12-20; Details here!

The BKW libraries and BKW PTA are excited to share that they will be hosting our Scholastic Book Fair this year from November 12-20.  This will be our only Scholastic Book Fair this year.  Elementary students will visit the fair during library classes, and secondary students will attend with their English Language Arts (ELA) teachers. …

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BKW Elementary School ranks in ‘Top 10’ in Capital Region

The Berne-Knox-Westerlo Elementary School was listed as one of the ‘Top 10’ elementary schools in the Capital Region. Recently, the U.S. News & World Report has released its 2026 Best Elementary and Middle School rankings, and the district’s elementary school ranks ninth in this year’s report. As part of its research, U.S. News & World …

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Community Update: Capital Project Vote on Nov. 10

As we near the capital project vote on Monday, November 10, the district continues to receive feedback and questions from our community on the upcoming vote. Over the past several weeks, we have worked to deliver specific information for district voters to stay informed during this process. Today, we are featuring an easy-to-read Q&A that …

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Fall newsletter is now available; Check out the capital project Q&A and video!

The district’s fall newsletter is now available. You can find the newsletter here. The fall newsletter kicks off with an informative Q&A that shares details related to the capital project vote, scheduled for Monday, November 10. To get a better perspective on this upcoming vote, please check out our recent capital project video here: In …

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District employment opportunities; Stay updated and apply!

The district continues to update its employment page with opportunities ranging from the recent posting for Transportation Supervisor (CDL and PS Endorsement Required) to aide, food service, and teacher positions. We encourage anyone interested in employment opportunities with the district to stay up-to-date and visit our employment page: https://www.bkwschools.org/employment/

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District Update: Important school dates to know

The district would like to share a scheduling reminder for events in late Oct. and November. Please take a moment to review the following dates and times: October 31, 2025: Half Day for students (11:45AM dismissal) Please note that students will receive a bagged lunch on that day. November 10, 2025- No school for students …

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Winter Sports Registration

Winter sports registration is now open. JV and Varsity sports start on 11/17/25. Modified sports start on 11/24/25. Please register here.  All potential athletes need a valid physical on file with the school nurse prior to the first day of practice. School physicals will be given on 11/17 @ 8:00 am. Please sign up with alicia.lounsbury@bkwschools.org for a …

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Oct. 20 Community Update: Roof Project – Postcards and Community Questions 

Residents can expect to receive a post card with information about the proposed capital project and upcoming vote on Monday, November 10.  We have received some additional questions from community members and wanted to ensure that all residents had access to those questions and answers.  As a district, it’s our responsibility to be transparent in …

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Capital Project Outreach; District postcard slated to arrive

BKW community, In the coming days, the district’s capital project initiative will share a detailed postcard highlighting important information about the upcoming vote on Monday, November 10. Postcards should be arriving in mailboxes in the coming days. We are also sharing this key piece of information to keep our community informed about the current state …

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