On Monday, June 24, the Berne-Knox-Westerlo Board of Education held a board meeting to announce the district programs and services to be affected by the contingent budget for the 2024-25 school year. The following services and programs will be affected for the 2024-25 school year: Elimination of 2 full-time equivalent (FTE) elementary teaching positions  Elimination …

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Voters of the Berne-Knox-Westerlo Central School District defeated a proposed $26.3 million budget for the 2024-25 school year, with 789 in favor and 573 opposed. Because the 5.09% tax levy increase was above the district’s assigned tax levy “cap,” a super majority of votes (60% plus one) was needed to pass. This year’s proposed budget …

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The district is happy to introduce the BSN Apparel Store to purchase all of the latest and greatest in BKW-inspired gear. Use promo code SPIRIT20 at checkout to score 20% OFF on custom fan wear & accessories! Click the link below to get started! BSN Apparel Store

Albany County Parks and Recreation is currently promoting a lacrosse camp at BKW from Aug. 5-9. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, lacrosse is the perfect way to stay active, develop your skills and improve your technique while building valuable peer relationships. Additional details can be found, here.

On Wednesday, May 29, the BKW Board of Education appointed Bonnie Kane as the Superintendent of Schools, effective July 1, 2024. Since 2016, Mrs. Kane has been a vital member of the district’s teaching staff and building principal for the Secondary School. She brings with her nearly sixteen years of administrative and instructional experience to …

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To secure classroom-based school items for the 2024-25 school year, the BKW National Honor & National Junior Honor Societies are partnering to receive donated items for students in need. Items should be new or gently used and can be dropped off in Classroom 171 (Secondary School) or designated boxes within the Secondary and Elementary School …

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Looking to keep your hoop skills sharp over the summer? Look no further than the Bulldog Basketball Camp. This year’s camp runs from July 8 to July 12 for students in grades 3-8. Get all of the details here. Please fill out the application and bring it into your student’s main office. Any questions can …

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Located on beautiful Keuka Lake in Yates County, the New York State Sheriffs’ Summer Camp is for boys and girls between the ages of 9 and 12 who because of economic reasons would not have an opportunity to attend a summer camp. Each County Sheriff is given a predetermined number of camper slots. Sheriff’s Offices …

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Interested in enrolling your child in some flag football this summer? Get all the registration details below to set up some summertime memories! Flag Football Camp