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Fourth graders trace family trees to Ellis Island
What started as a standard field trip turned into an unforgettable, hands-on history lesson for a group of fourth graders. The annual trip to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty serves as the culmination of the year’s social studies curriculum, but this year, the outing became personal for those able to connect with their…
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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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Voters approve 2026-27 budget, bus purchase and elect two members to the Board of Education
Voters of the Berne-Knox-Westerlo Central School District approved the district’s $24,729,966 proposed budget for the 2026-27 school year by a vote of 433 (yes) to 146 (no). The budget has a spending decrease of $-7,362 compared to the current year’s budget and will result in a 3.77% tax levy increase, which is at the district’s…
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2026-27 school budget vote: What to know before heading to the polls
On May 19, Berne-Knox-Westerlo residents will decide on a $24,729,966 proposed budget for the 2026-27 school year. The proposed budget has a spending decrease of $7,362—the result of an expected loss in Foundation Aid in addition to increased insurance and operational costs. The proposed budget carries a 3.77% tax levy increase, which is equal to…
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Residents to decide on bus proposition
As part of the annual school budget vote and Board of Education election on May 19, district residents will consider the purchase of three 28-passenger gasoline buses and one wheelchair accessible gasoline bus. The cost of the buses is not to exceed $430,783 and the district will be reimbursed by the state for approximately 63%…
