BNL Varsity Boys Baseball Senior Night
On May 8th the BNL Varsity Baseball team celebrated BNL seniors Nick Davis, Thomas Dufour, Kaleb Carabis, Jordan Harmon, and Kaleb Sweener. Coach Chris Bonacquisti and Coach Andrew Starks were happy to honor these five seniors for their hard work, effort, dedication, and leadership to their team. Read on and see photo highlights here.
9th Annual SMITH 5K & Wellness Carnival 5/17/25
The 9th Annual SMITH 5K and Wellness Carnival will take place on May 17, 2025! Wellness Carnival, live music line up, vendor information and registration here! Berlin SMITH 5K car magnets will be given out to the first 75 people who sign-up for the 5K! Click here to register for the 5K or make a donation to the SMITH Scholarship today!
BMHS Spirit Days 5/19 -5/21
BMHS Student Council is hosting Spirit Days before the long Memorial Day weekend! Check out the flyer here for each day’s theme! Let’s see your spirit BMHS Mountaineers!
Berlin Middle High School Holds Practice Lockdown Drill – May 13
The Berlin Middle High School held a practice lockdown drill this afternoon May 13, 2025, to help keep students and staff safe. The drill allows BMHS to practice safety procedures and ensures police are familiar with our building in the event of an emergency.
Communication from BMHS Principal Mr. David Bernsley 5/12/25
Please find an important communication from BMHS Principal Bernsley regarding upcoming events here. This letter was emailed home to all BMHS families on 5/12/25.
Notice From the BCSD Counseling Department Regarding Summer Camps & Programs
Please find opportunities linked to the Community Programs/Events/Activities page here. If you have a summer program to share information about please email jtaylorshaw@berlincentral.org.
Berlin CSD Budget Documents, Calendar & Information
Please find 2025-2026 Berlin CSD Budget calendar, documents, information and updates here.
BNL Softball Senior Night, Outstanding Athlete Nomination Information
BNL Upcoming Senior Night! Nominate a BNL OUTSTANDING ATHLETE OF THE YEAR by 5/16!! More details here.
BES School Spirit Day 5/21
BES School Spirit Day: Patriotic Day! In honor of Memorial Day, wear red, white and blue to school on Wednesday, May 21, 2025!
Berlin CSD Budget Update from Interim Superintendent Dr. Maureen Long 5/9
Please find a letter with a budget update here. Please note this letter was emailed to all families on May 9, 2025. If you did not receive this email please update your contact information with your building’s main office. If you are a community member and would like to receive community updates regarding the school budget please feel free to sign up for our community messenger list here.
April’s BHS Artists of the Month
The “Artist of the Month” award is a High School level award for our most dedicated students in The Visual Arts. These students are often the most academically successful because of great effort on their pieces and devotion to their craft. The April Artist of the Month is…..Mackenzie Lowell! (Grade 11).
Berlin Color Run at Wellness Carnival on 5/17
The Berlin Color Run is coming on May 17th during the BCSD Wellness Carnival at the Berlin Middle High School! Find out more and register today here!
Prom 2025 Save the Date: May 30, 2025
The BHS Prom Committee is excited to share Prom 2025’s Information! This year’s Starry Night themed Prom will be May 30, 2025, 6 pm -10 pm at the Franklin Terrace Ballroom! More details here.
BES’ April Character Education Assembly
Find BES’ April’s Character Counts, Merit award winners, Bus Merit winners, BES’ Restorative Rock Star and more about last month’s assembly here.
Pre-order the 2024-2025 Berlin Elementary School Yearbook TODAY!
You can now pre-order the 2024-2025 Berlin Elementary School Yearbook. For only $22, your child will have a book that will be enjoyed now and 20, 30 or even 50 years from now. Find out more here.
BMHS Spring 2025 Concert Dates
BMHS Save the dates for the middle and high school Spring concerts!
It’s a Good Day in Pre-K Newsletter – May 2025
Attention BES Pre-K Families: Please find May’s Pre-K Monthly Newsletter from Questar III BOCES Early Learning Principal Mr. Michael Burns here.
Board of Education Meeting Notices
Next Board of Education Meetings:
Public Hearing on Proposed Budget, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 7:15 pm, Berlin Middle High School Auditorium
Board of Education Meeting: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 7:15 pm, Berlin Middle High School Auditorium
Important End of School Year Dates
Please find important Berlin CSD end of school year dates here. Please note that some of these dates are subject to change, so please stay tuned to our school website for any changes or updates.
BHS Mountaineers Explore England
Over spring break, 21 of our Berlin High School students had the opportunity to travel to England as part of a global education experience. Students explored historic landmarks like Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, Stonehenge, and the Roman Baths, engaging firsthand with the rich history, literature, and politics they had studied in the classroom. Read on here.
Budget Vote & BOE Election May 20, 2025, 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
The Berlin CSD School Budget Vote is May 20, 2025, from 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. at Berlin Elementary School. There are three candidates running for three seats. Voters will be asked to vote for three candidates. Please learn more about the candidates here.
CASDA Honors Berlin CSD’s Mrs. Baker and Retired Interim Administrator Mrs. Fisher at May 1, Award Ceremony
On May 1st, Berlin Elementary teacher and Helping Hands Coordinator Mrs. Deanna Baker, and Mrs. Sherri Fisher, Berlin CSD’s interim business manager (2024), were recognized for their dedication, selflessness, and commitment to making Berlin CSD a better and stronger district. Read on here
School Lunch Hero Day is May 2nd!
A big THANK YOU to everyone on our Berlin CSD food service team for all of your hard work and dedication to the students, staff, and Food Service Program at Berlin Central School. Read on here.
Good luck Envirothon Mountaineers!
Good luck to the Mountaineer Envirothon teams today! The teams left early this morning for the Regional Envirothon Competition. Berlin Middle High School is sending three teams this year to compete. Envirothon is a “hands-on environmental education competition,...
National School Principals’ Appreciation Day 5/1
Today is National School Principals’ Appreciation Day! We are grateful for the leadership of Berlin Elementary School Principal Mrs. Jodi Cataldo and Berlin Middle High School Principal Mr. David Bernsley. Read on.
Berlin CSD Calendar Updates
Each school year, Berlin Central School District makes provisions for up to six emergency closings by building them into the school calendar. The district has used two emergency closures this school year and has four emergency closing days left that do not need to be made up. Please find more details here.
2025–26 Pre-K & Kindergarten Registration Is Underway
The Berlin Central School District is in the process of registering students for the 2025-2026 Pre-K and Kindergarten classes. Please find more information here.
Arts Alive June 3rd!
Please find notes from the Berlin Middle High School Art Department including information about Arts Alive on June 3rd!
BES’ May Mountaineer Monthly is available!
Please find Principal Cataldo’s BES Mountaineer Monthly for May with important information and dates here!
Reminder form Principal Bernsley Regarding Grades 6–8 New York State ELA Assessments 4/29 & 4/30
Please find a reminder for grades 6–8 students who will be taking the New York State ELA assessments on Tuesday, 4/29 and Wednesday, 4/30. To help ensure your child is fully prepared and ready to do their best, we kindly ask for your support. Please read the full message the was emailed home to 6-8 families on 4/28 from Principal Bernsley here.
Berlin CSD Announces 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Congratulations to this year’s Berlin Central School District 2025 Valedictorian Lillian Gardell and 2025 Salutatorian Sophia Hart.
Learn more about BCSD’s 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian here. Go Mountaineers!
CASDA Honors Mrs. Fisher With Excellence in District Administration Leadership Award
Congratulations to Mrs. Sherri Fisher who is the recipient of this year’s Capital Area School Development Association’s Excellence in District Administration Leadership Award. Read on here.
BNL Girls and Boys Track & Field Senior Night 4/29
BNL Girls and Boys Track & Field Senior Night: Varsity Duals, April 29th @ 4:00 pm, Berlin Middle High School. Senior Night honoring BNL Seniors: Alana Zuke and Eben Donohue
Congratulations to the 2025 Berlin’s Got Talent Show Winner, Alyah Varela
On Friday, the BMHS Music Department’s Mrs. Jessica Gould and Mrs. Gretchen Modesitt hosted the first Berlin’s Got Talent, a celebration of the talent that shines brightly in Berlin. Read on and see photo highlights here.
BCSD Grass Cutting & Trimming Bid Open
Bids for each Proposal will be received until 3:00 PM on Thursday, May 8th, 2025, in the Business Office located at the Berlin Middle High School. Please find more information and the proposals here.
BMS Stars Create a Pop-Up Aquarium Exhibit
Today, the Grand Opening of the BMS Stars Aquarium featured a world diorama and reports on all five oceans, providing an educational experience for visitors, who were delighted to discover that narwhals are, in fact, real. Great work Mountaineers!
Attention Juniors & Seniors: 2024-2025 Scholarship Information
Attention BHS Juniors & Seniors: New scholarships are being added daily to the 2024-2025 BHS Scholarship page! Please find out more about the scholarship opportunities available on the webpage here or stop by Mrs. Harrison’s offices to find out more. This is the time of year when new scholarship opportunities are arriving daily so please keep checking the page.
BMHS Visitors Inspire and Present Engineering Breakthroughs and Challenges
Berlin Middle High School’s Science Department recently hosted the annual Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute which included special guests from the Rensselaer County Soil & Water Conservation District. Read on here.
School Bus Driver Appreciation Day 4/22 – Thank you BCSD Transportation
Each year, School Bus Driver Appreciation Day is observed on the fourth Tuesday in April, this year it falls on, April 22nd. We would like to take a moment to recognize our Berlin CSD school bus drivers, attendants, and mechanics today and every day for their unwavering dedication to safely transporting Mountaineers and BNL student-athletes throughout the school year. Read on here.
CAM Hosting VA Hospital Supply Drive!
BMHS’ Community Active Mountaineers (CAM) are hosting a VA Hospital Supply Drive! ALL DONATIONS MUST BE IN BY: May 21st. Questions? Please contact Mrs. Hammersmith ehammersmith@berlincentral.org
Every1Camp August 12th – Register Today!
Every1Camp is a FREE sports camp for students with intellectual or physical disabilities. Berlin CSD PPS Director Mr. Tom Olsen would like to share this opportunity with families who may be interested in attending this free camp at Lansingburgh High School on August 12th from 5-7pm. More information here.
Spring Testing Letter from BMHS Principal Mr. David Bernsley
Please find a copy of the letter emailed home to BMS families of students in grades 6-8 regarding the NYS Spring testing schedule and information here.
Community Budget Update from Dr. Long 4/9/25
Please find a Berlin CSD 2025-2026 budget development update for from Dr. Long here. The board is looking for Community Feedback through a survey by 4:30 pm on April 21, 2025, find the survey link here.
Letter From BES Principal Cataldo Regarding NYS Grades 3-5 Testing
Please find BES Principal Cataldo’s letter regarding this spring’s NYS Grades 3-5 assessments in English Language Arts and Math here.
Mrs. Deanna Baker Honored with CASDA’s Friends of Education Award
Congratulations to Berlin Elementary Teacher and Helping Hands Coordinator Mrs. Deanna Baker who will be honored with the Capital Area School Development Association (CASDA) Friends of Education Award!
Class of 2025 Academic Top 10 Announcement and Celebration
On April 10, 2025, Berlin Middle High School celebrated the outstanding academic achievements of the Class of 2025’s top ten students with a special reception. Please read on, find photos from the reception and the student’s reflection videos here.
BHS Studio in Art Architecture/Sculpture Unit
Mrs. Colbert’s Studio in Art classes finished up their Architecture/Sculpture Unit where students had to work collaboratively in a group to create a commercial property design. Read on and see their work here.
Get To Know BCSD Nurse Galusha
Berlin CSD is excited to have had Mrs. Becca Galusha, RN, join the district this year as a school nurse. Learn more about Nurse Galusha in her own words here.
BES’ Stars Program Helps Raise Autism Awareness
This week, BES has been celebrating Autism Awareness. During the monthly assembly last week, Mrs. Baker and 5th-grade Mountaineer Marissa Childs shared the daily themes of the spirit week with all BES Mountaineers. Read on here.
Donation of Books Helps To Foster Autism Awareness and Understanding at BES
Thanks to the generosity of Berlin Elementary Kindergarten parent, Mrs. Jennifer Seitz, BES will now have eleven new books that bring education and awareness of autism to our younger Mountaineers. Berlin Elementary Principal Mrs. Jodi Cataldo would like to extend her thanks to Mrs. Seitz and Mrs. Van Keuren for their engagement, donation, and dedication to the BES Community. Read on here.
BMHS’ Second Jazz Café a Hit
The BMS & BHS Jazz Bands held their second Jazz Café on April 8th. It was a great addition to have the BMS Jazz Band as part of the performance lineup. The cafeteria was packed with families, staff, and community members enjoying the jazz music, food, and refreshments. Read on here.
Mounatineers Win Awards at Questar III 36th Annual Juried High School Art Exhibit
Congratulations to Seniors Jayli Capasso and Graziella Hartman for WINNING awards at this year’s Questar III 36th Annual Juried High School Art Exhibit, displaying art from 13 surrounding local districts. Read on here.
National Assistant Principals Week is April 7-11
A big shout-out to our amazing Berlin Middle High School Assistant Principal/ Athletic Director Mrs. Reynolds! Your dedication and hard work do not go unnoticed. Thank you!
HVCC Uniquely Abled Academy Summer Camp Opportunity
The Sparkforce Manufacturing Bootcamp is a summer camp for those with disabilities who may have an interest in the manufacturing industry. Hands-on training in manufacturing skills is provided over three weeks with a focus on basic instruction in CAD/CAM and CNC machining techniques as well as other techniques. Read on here.
Berlin Elementary Odyssey of the Mind Update
It’s a wrap for today’s competition; the Berlin Elementary Odyssey of the Mind Team performed at a high level against a very competitive field of 19 teams from across New York at the State Fair Grounds in Syracuse. Coach Bersaw and Coach Scanlon could not be prouder of the Mountaineers. Read on here.
BES SAVE THE DATE! Glow Luau Dance Party RSVP By 4/11
BES Glow Luau Dance Party, April 25, 2025, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Grades K-5. Please RSVP by April 11, 2025. Permission slips will also be backpacked home! We are looking for volunteers. Please find out more here.
BES’ April Mountaineer Monthly is available!
Please find Principal Cataldo’s BES Mountaineer Monthly for April with important information and dates here!
It’s a Good Day in Pre-K Newsletter – April 2025
Attention BES Pre-K Families: Please find April’s Pre-K Monthly Newsletter from Questar III BOCES Early Learning Principal Mr. Michael Burns here.
JV & Varsity Mastermind Coach Recap
Congratulations to the Varsity Mastermind team members: MacKenzie Lowell, Anthony DeLaurentis, Nathan Goodermote, Nathaniel Mace, Owen Lowry, and Charlie Young. The team lost in an exhibition match to Troy but won their last two matches against Catholic Central. The...
HVCC Summer 2025 CIHS Registration is Open
Hudson Valley Community College is excited to share that HVCC’s Summer 2025 College in the High School registration is officially open! Find key information to assist your students in beginning the enrollment process here.
Alice in Wonderland Jr. Albums
A huge congratulations to the Berlin Dramateers who participated in this weekend’s performances of Alice in Wonderland, Jr. The directors, Mrs. Lamontagne, Mrs. Modesitt, and Ms. Day, are so incredibly proud of you all and thankful for your hard work and dedication to this production. On behalf of the cast and crew, thank you to all who came out to support our students and celebrate their success. Read on and find photo albums from the productions here.
BES’ March Character Education Assembly
Find BES’ March Character Counts, Merit award winners, Bus Merit winners, BES’ Restorative Rock Star and more about this month’s assembly here.
Berlin CSD Budget & Calendar Update from Dr. Maureen Long 3/27
Please find a letter with a budget and calendar update here. Please note this letter was emailed to all families on March 27, 2025. If you did not receive this email please update your contact information with your building’s main office. If you are a community member and would like to receive community updates regarding the school budget please feel free to sign up for our community messenger list here.
March’s BHS Artists of the Month
The “Artist of the Month” award is a High School level award for our most dedicated students in The Visual Arts. These students are often the most academically successful because of great effort on their pieces and devotion to their craft. The March Artist of the Month is…..Mayah Florada! (Grade 12)
BMHS Principal Bernsley Requests Feedback Through Survey
BMHS Parents/Guardians: We understand how busy life can get and how difficult evenings can be to stop everything to make a meeting. So, we are looking for your feedback. Please take a moment to fill out a quick survey from BMHS Principal Bernsley so we can help meet you where you are and engage in meaningful collaboration for the betterment of our Mountaineers and district. More details here.
BMHS LATE BUS REMINDER
Please be sure to sign up for the late bus during your lunch period. If you are not signed up by 2 pm, you will need to make arrangements to get picked up. Thank you.
Spring Sports Schedules Available
TODAY, 3/24, is the first day of the Modified Spring 2025 BNL Athletics Season! Please be sure to check your FamilyID email as the weather can be unpredictable this time of year. FamilyID will be where you find direct communication from coaches and schedule updates. Find out more here.
2024-2025 BNL Winter Athletic Awards
Please find a list of the BNL Athletics’ Winter Sports award winners and photo highlights here. Go BNL!
Mountaineers Selected For Annual Questar III High School Invitational Art Exhibit
Berlin Mountaineers’ worked selected for the Annual Questar III High School Invitational Art Exhibit this year. Read on here.
Berlin Central School District’s Odyssey of the Mind Team Wins First Place and Advances to State Finals!
Last weekend, the Berlin Central School District’s elementary Odyssey of the Mind team competed at the 2025 regional tournament in Coxsackie-Athens—and they took home first place in their division! Read one here.
BOE Meeting Notices
Next Board of Education Meeting: Board of Education Regular Meeting, Tuesday, March 18, 2025, 7:15 pm, Berlin Middle High School Auditorium
BCSD Budget Communication from Dr. Maureen Long – March 14, 2025
Please find a March 14, 2025, BCSD Budget Communication from Interim Superintendent Dr. Maureen Long here. This message was also emailed to all BCSD families on March 14th.
Scholarship, Apprenticeship and Job Opportunities for BHS Mountaineers
Attention BHS Mountaineers! Please find exciting information about scholarship, apprenticeship and job opportunities from BHS Counselor Mrs. Harrison! Find out more here.
BES’ March Madness Book Tournament 2025: Who Will Be This Year’s Book Champion?
The BES Mountaineers started off March which is National Reading Month with a fun and spirited week of spirit days in honor of Dr. Seuss. The students also kicked off the third annual March Madness Tournament of Books.
Early Intervention (EI) to Preschool Special Education (CPSE) Transition Training for Families
Notice from PPS Director Mr. Olsen: This presentation will guide families through the process of transitioning their child from Early Intervention(EI) to the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE). Families will understand the differences between Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education services and their important role in the transition process. Learn more here.
Berlin CSD School Board Appoints New Superintendent
The Berlin Central School District’s Board of Education is proud to announce the selection of Mr. Kenneth Rizzo as the new Superintendent of Schools, effective July 1, 2025. We look forward to working with Mr. Rizzo as he transitions into this role here in the district and wish him the best. Please read on and learn more about Mr. Rizzo here.
Mountaineer Artist To Be Featured in WMHT’s Youth Art Month Online Gallery
Congratulations to the Berlin Elementary & Middle School Mountaineers whose artwork was selected to be part of the WMHT Youth Art Month online gallery. BES Art Teacher Mrs. MacDonald and BMS Art Teacher Ms. DeCelle are very proud to see there students’ work being exhibited this year. Read on here.
Digital Activities & Online Safety Resource Page
There are many ways for parents/guardians to stay involved with their children as they navigate the world of technology. Berlin Central School District encourages parents and guardians to be vigilant about their children’s digital activities and online safety. Find our tips and resource page here.
BCSD Welcomes New Staff Members
Please join Berlin CSD in welcoming Mrs. Samantha Higgins, BCSD MTSS District Coordinator, and Ms. Shayna Davner, BMHS Student Assistance Counselor, to the district. Learn more about Mrs. Higgins and Ms. Davner and their roles at BCSD here.
BMHS Announces 2024- 2025 Quarter 2 Honor Roll
Berlin Middle High School Principal Mr. Bernsley is excited to announce the BMHS 2024-2025 Quarter 2 Honor Roll. The Principal’s List Dinner is this Thursday, 2/27, at 6 pm; RSVPs have been sent to families. If your student is on the Principal’s List and you did not receive an invitation, please reach out to Mrs. Decker adecker@berlincentral.org. In the coming weeks, Mr. Bernsley will be celebrating students on the Quarter 2 Honor and Merit lists. Congratulations, Mountaineers!
March Menus Are Available
Please find March menus and Food Service updates here.
Cornell Cooperative Extension April/May 2025 Parent Education Programming
Cornell Cooperative Extension Parent Education Programs are open for registration. Please find out more about the April/May 2025 programs here.
BMS Counselor Mr. Shaw Shares Homework & Studying Resource
Message from Berlin Middle School Counselor Mr. Shaw: Mountaineers, do you have a hard time studying and getting homework done? Check out a blog for homework and studying hacks here!
STRIDE Adaptive Sports
Please find information and a brochure here about the STRIDE program from BCSD’s Director of Pupil Personnel Services, Mr. Olsen. STRIDE Adaptive Sports, is located in West Sand Lake and offers adapted sporting activities to children with disabilities.
BCSD is Hiring!
The Berlin CSD is now hiring! Come join our Mountaineer community! Please visit our employment page here.
Winter Weather Communication 2024-2025
As we approach the winter months, we anticipate school delays and/or cancellations due to inclement weather. We will be implementing snow days and 2-hour delays as we have in years past. Please find more information here.
Pre-Order Your 2024-2025 Berlin Elementary School Yearbook Today!
You can now pre-order the 2024-2025 Berlin Elementary School Yearbook. More details and order forms here.
Community Active Mountaineer Club Announces gLove Tree
The Community Active Mountaineers (CAM) are looking for hats, mittens, earmuffs and scarves for their gLove Tree! Donations can be dropped off at the BMHS main office. If you are in need of a hat, gloves or scarf please help yourself to items from the tree that will be on the platform across from the BMHS main office.
BCSD Superintendent Search Community Update
As part of the search for the next superintendent of the Berlin Central School District, the Board of Education is seeking the involvement of all stakeholder groups to participate in interviewing prospective candidates. If you are interested in being considered as a member of the interview committee, please complete the brief Superintendent Search Interview Committee Interest Form or reach out to District Clerk Dawn Demick 518-658-1500 ext. 1010. Find more updates on the search here.
Attention BHS Seniors! FAFSA Is Now Open
The FAFSA is now open to all students for the 2025-26 school year. Find out what you need to know to complete the application here.
BES Partners With Healthy Kids Before & After School Program Sign Up Today!
Berlin Elementary is excited to announce its partnership with Healthy Kids Before & After School Program! Find out more here.
BCSD’s 2024-25 BMHS and BES Codes of Conduct
Please find the BOE approved updates to the Berlin Middle High School and Berlin Elementary School 2024-25 Code of Conduct here.
Spirit ► Integrity ► Environment
Communication from BMHS Principal Mr. David Bernsley 5/12/25
Please find an important communication from BMHS Principal Bernsley regarding upcoming events here. This letter was emailed home to all BMHS families on 5/12/25.
Notice From the BCSD Counseling Department Regarding Summer Camps & Programs
Please find opportunities linked to the Community Programs/Events/Activities page here. If you have a summer program to share information about please email jtaylorshaw@berlincentral.org.
Berlin CSD Budget Documents, Calendar & Information
Please find 2025-2026 Berlin CSD Budget calendar, documents, information and updates here.
BNL Softball Senior Night, Outstanding Athlete Nomination Information
BNL Upcoming Senior Night! Nominate a BNL OUTSTANDING ATHLETE OF THE YEAR by 5/16!! More details here.