Category: Secondary School
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92nd commencement ceremony honors Class of 2026
The BKW Class of 2026 was celebrated at the district’s 92nd commencement ceremony Thursday, June 25, at The Egg in Albany. The ceremony started with a special video of the graduating class, which included baby photos of the graduates followed by their senior portraits. Opening remarks from BKW Secondary School Principal Mark Tidd and Board…
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Celebrating students ready to step into the workforce
A new generation of skilled professionals is officially workforce-ready after 16 BKW students were honored for completing their one- and two-year Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. Students from the Albany CTE campus were honored in a ceremony at the University at Albany, while students from the Schoharie CTE campus were celebrated at the Cobleskill-Richmondville…
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BKW track and field wins two state titles
The BKW boys track and field team secured two state titles and set new school records at the state track and field championships this past weekend. Senior Kole Irwin won the Class C state championship in the 400-meter dash with a time of 47.74 seconds. Irwin’s winning time set a new school record and qualified…
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FFA members excel at 101st New York State Convention
Several of our FFA members recently showcased their skills and expanded their knowledge at the 101st New York State FFA Convention in Buffalo, New York. The multi-day event focused on developing leadership skills, exploring agricultural career pathways and engaging with the community. The trip began at Niagara Falls, where students studied the natural resource while…
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Eleven BKW student-athletes commit to play college athletics
Eleven BKW student-athletes made their college plans official by signing letters of intent to compete at the collegiate level. The group was honored at a ceremony on June 2 in the school gym. Congratulations to the following student-athletes!
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Students commit to future employers at CTE signing day
Two BKW seniors officially launched their professional careers at the annual Capital Region BOCES National Signing Day ceremony. Held at the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Albany Campus, the event mirrors the traditional NCAA signing day for high school athletes. Instead of committing to collegiate sports, BKW seniors Vincent D’Agostino and Taylor Klefbeck signed letters…
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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…