February 14, 2019 Dear BKW Family, It is almost unbelievable that we are now in the third quarter of the school year. A lot have been accomplished so far and many more important activities are still to be accomplished within the next few months. In late January we had our usual mid-year Regents Examinations. Thanks …
We found a group of volunteers who dedicate hours each month to get books into the hands of BKW students. Retired BKW teacher Judy Tambasco brought the Blue Bag Program to school, believing children would read if they had a steady flow of books to read. She was right. Meet Judy Tambasco and her group …
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Educating BKW students means educating all BKW students. That is especially true of students with disabilities. “Our students come to us with different athletic, artistic, or learning abilities,” said Director of Pupil Services Susan Sloma. “Our goal is to do our very best to help students achieve to their greatest potential whether on the playing …
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January 2019 8—Switzkill Farm Meeting – 7:00 12—Hiking Club 9:30 20—Full Moon Hike 8:00 PM @ the barns 26—Hiking Club 9:30 @ the barns February 2—“STOP THE BLEED” Class Limit X (TBD) 3—Radio Controlled Car Drive 10:00 @ Barns 53—Switzkill Farm Meeting – 7:00 9—Hiking Club 9:30 @ the barns 16—Celebrate Winter Event 23—Hiking Club 9:30 @ the barns March 2—Master Gardeners or Tree Prep TBD 3—Radio Controlled Car Drive 10:00 @ …
The Albany County Sheriff’s Office will present “The Dangers of Vaping and Marijuana Use” at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31 in the BKW Auditorium. The evening features a conversation with the Albany County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officer Division to learn about the growing trends of vaping and marijuana usage among teens and young …
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The 8th grade BKW team is excited to announce that beginning Tuesday, Jan. 8, we will offer our students an opportunity to participate in an after school Homework Club. Homework Club provides support to students who struggle to complete classwork and homework assignments during the school year. Students will receive help completing their work in …
When we introduced the idea of “They Are Because We Are,” we were so focused on adults—parents, teachers, staff, community members, etc. After all, adults have the power to affect our students and their futures. Little did we know the impact our own students could have on other students—or the world. Meet Emma Detlefsen
Is your child interested in project-based work and emerging technologies? 8th grade students can apply to Tech Valley High School, a regional high school program built on the principles of Project-Based Learning and development of 21st Century skills. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Interested students should attend one of the Open House programs …
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The BKWTA and BKWTSS are collecting new, unwrapped toys to donate to the Albany County Sheriff’s Office in Clarksville for their holiday gathering on Dec. 16. You can find drop-off boxes in the elementary and high school main offices from Wednesday, Nov. 28 through Friday, Dec. 14.
BKW Secondary School proudly announces the 2018-19 first quarter honor roll. To earn a place on the honor roll, students must meet the following criteria: High Honors—maintain an average of 95 or higher. Honors—maintain an average of 90-94. Honorable Mention—maintain an average of 85-89 Seventh Grade High Honors Lauren Emmerich, Skylyn Fryer, Emma Gardiner, Jodie …
