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District Update: Important school dates to know
The district would like to share a scheduling reminder for events in late Oct. and November. Please take a moment to review the following dates and times:
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Winter Sports Registration
Winter sports registration is now open. JV and Varsity sports start on 11/17/25. Modified sports start on 11/24/25. Please register here. All potential athletes need a valid physical on file with the school nurse prior to the first day of practice. School physicals will be given on 11/17 @ 8:00 am. Please sign up with alicia.lounsbury@bkwschools.org for a…
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Oct. 20 Community Update: Roof Project – Postcards and Community Questions
Residents can expect to receive a post card with information about the proposed capital project and upcoming vote on Monday, November 10. We have received some additional questions from community members and wanted to ensure that all residents had access to those questions and answers. As a district, it’s our responsibility to be transparent in…
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Capital Project Outreach; District postcard slated to arrive
BKW community, In the coming days, the district’s capital project initiative will share a detailed postcard highlighting important information about the upcoming vote on Monday, November 10. Postcards should be arriving in mailboxes in the coming days. We are also sharing this key piece of information to keep our community informed about the current state…
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BKW Capital Project: Roof analysis and potential cost savings
The proposed roof replacement project not only protects the material investment in both the elementary and secondary schools made in 2017, but also offers the district substantial cost savings on heating for both buildings. As part of the 2024 Building Conditions Survey, a thermal scan of both roofs was conducted. This scan uses an infrared…
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Online Income Form – Why it’s important to fill out
BKW families, We would like to encourage all of our families to fill out the income form for the 2025-26 school year. Please note this information is confidential and submissions on income are not specific financial numbers but rather a range. The link for the form can be found here. Why is it important? The…
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Q&A Capital Project: Roof replacement
As we move towards the capital project vote on Monday, November 10, we would like to share some simple Q&A to keep our families engaged and aware of what our community stakeholders will be voting on in the coming weeks. Question: Why does the district need to replace the roof on the elementary and secondary…
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BMX is bringing the right message for BKW
During September, the district welcomed the BMX experiences of pro riders and national spokesmen Tony Hoffman and Mannie Noguiera. In two separate presentations during the month, both held the same spirit and conviction when addressing BKW students, sharing their experiences and perspectives to focus on how to be successful and yourself. First up is Mannie…
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BKW students help to welcome new Fitness Center
On Tuesday, September 30, BKW staff and students joined local dignitaries and community leaders to welcome the new Fitness Center in Berne’s town park. The project was part of Albany County’s Innovation Partnership with MVP Health Care. Learn more about this partnership and its impact on surrounding communities, highlighting educational and health-based initiatives. Additional information…
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Capital Project: Details and what to know
BKW Community, Following an extensive review of the most recent Building Conditions Survey, the Berne-Knox-Westerlo Central School District has identified a vital capital improvement need: the complete replacement of the roofs at both the elementary and secondary school buildings. Scheduled to begin in Spring 2026, this project addresses aging infrastructure and reinforces the district’s commitment…
