Category: Secondary School
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Lendrum, Brink named Class of 2026 Valedictorian and Salutatorian
The Berne-Knox-Westerlo Central School District is proud to announce the top academic honors for the Class of 2026. Congratulations to Valedictorian Patrick Lendrum and Salutatorian Justin Brink for their outstanding achievements and leadership throughout their high school careers. Valedictorian Patrick Lendrum Patrick Lendrum is recognized for his strong skills in mathematics and hands-on learning. He…
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Gabe English achieves rare “Triple Crown” wrestling milestone
Varsity wrestler Gabe English cemented his legacy as one of New York’s elite athletes by becoming a Triple Crown Winner for the 2026 wrestling season. Gabe is one of only two wrestlers in the state to secure the Triple Crown milestone this year. The Triple Crown is one of the most difficult honors to achieve…
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Students solve real world problems with 3D printing innovation
The low, steady hum of 3D printers in one BKW classroom is the source of solutions to real world problems in the community. Whether it’s a letter tracer helping a pre-K student learn to write, an adaptive tool assisting a local senior with mobility or a custom concrete stamp, students are engineering useful prototypes. Led…
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BKW students earn professional certifications at Capital Region BOCES
More than 30 Capital Region BOCES students recently earned a professional certification that will help them gain employment. Included in that group were BKW junior John Meacham and senior Matthew Dwyer. The students in James Bevington’s Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) program received Pro-Flex CSST Certification on March 26 after Mike Desseingue of…
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Fourth graders get into Ag literacy day
Recently, our fourth-grade students were treated to some literacy fun with our Future Farmers of America (FFA) peers during Agricultural Literacy Week. This annual program allows FFA volunteers to read agricultural-themed books and participate in activities with elementary students. As you can see below, students are having quality time connecting with secondary students while strengthening…
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BKW students succeeding at SkillsUSA competition
Recently, forty-five Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical Education students showed their in-depth knowledge of the skilled trades and earned medals at the regional SkillsUSA competition on Thursday, March 18 at the Capital Region BOCES Career & Technical Education campus in Colonie, NY. The district’s SkillsUSA medal group included a second-place finish for BKW junior Lilianna Hotaling…
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BKW cheerleading captures Class D title at Section II championships
For the second year in a row, the BKW cheerleading team captured the Class D title at the Section II championships hosted at Troy High School on February 28. The back-to-back sectional champions continued their winning ways after competing against outstanding cheer programs from Stillwater Central School District, Fort Edward Central School District, Academy of…
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BKW students participate in Youth Summit
Last week, BKW students participated in the Northeastern Community Action Partnership’s Youth Summit held at the Albany Capital Center. The purpose of the event was to gather area (Albany County) middle and high school students to encourage them to make healthy choices. At least 1,000 students participated in this year’s event, which brings health-based experts from…
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March menus are now available to view
The elementary and secondary March menus are now available to view. Visit our Food Services page to learn more.
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CTE month rolls on; Meet senior Trista Smi
As many of you know, the month of February marks Career and Technical Education Month. Learn how BKW senior Trista Smi is building professional experience through the welding program at the Capital Region BOCES, Schoharie CTE campus.
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