As the holiday season approaches, we begin to imagine family gatherings at which we share a hearty feast. For many, this tradition will not be possible. For one reason or another, families find themselves in difficult situations, short on money and short on food. At a time like this, we have the opportunity to show …
Thank you for your service: BKW students honored local veterans and those who serve with a special breakfast on Nov. 12. The Elementary Veterans Day breakfast is an annual event for community veterans. Each year, students in pre-K through 6th grade invite family members to join them for a brunch to thank them for their …
The ASSE International Student Exchange Program is looking for host homes for high school students from other countries for the spring semester. Exchange students are 15-18 years old and come from countries including Italy, France, Norway, Denmark, Spain, Germany, Brazil, Thailand and China. Individuals or families interested in learning more can visit ASSE International’s website …
The BKW girls cross country team finished 4th in Section 2 competition on Nov. 4 at Saratoga Spa State Park. Michelle Puzulis finished 4th overall and will advance to the state meet Nov. 16 at SUNY Plattsburgh. Congratulations to all of the runners. Go Bulldogs!
BKW is one of just two school districts in the state to pilot Cyber S.W.A.T., or Safety While Accessing Technology, a grant-funded internet safety program to be led by BKW’s School Resource Officer, Albany County Deputy Sheriff Nathaniel Bray. Deputy Bray will help BKW students learn how to safely navigate online communities, while making positive …
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Classroom, community and cafeteria: Farm to School connects all of these, while children learn and grow. On Oct. 15, BKW class of ‘71 alumnus Joseph Kiefer, a food justice consultant, Farm to School expert, Vermont Food Bank founder, and co-founding partner of Vermont FEED (Food Education Every Day), spoke to faculty and staff at his …
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Congratulations Bulldogs! BKW’s teams were honored by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association for “Exemplary Display of Sportsmanship, Ethics & Integrity” for Section 2. The award was presented to BKW at the Sept. 18 Athletic Council meeting. The award is displayed on the athletics bulletin board in the high school.
Berne-Knox-Westerlo Class of 1994 graduate Nicole M. (Ferraino) Clagett will receive the 2019 Global Humanitarian Award from the Corporation for National & Community Service in an Oct. 23 event at SearStone Retirement Community in Cary, NC. The award, previously known as the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizes Clagett for her outstanding community service, dedication to …
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With a focus on positive changes benefiting all students, BKW faculty and staff joined with Superintendent Dr. Timothy Mundell, Board of Education President Nathan Elble and board members Rebecca Miller and Matthew Tedeschi in kicking off the new school year at a Sept. 3 conference day. In his districtwide welcome, Dr. Mundell recognized buildings and …
School tax bills were mailed to residents on Aug. 30. They are also available online. Tax bills are penalty-free if paid by Oct. 5; on Oct. 6, a 2 percent penalty will be added to bills. All bills must be postmarked by Oct. 31, 2019. District residents can look up information about past and present …
