BCSD Director of Pupil Personnel Services and Director of MTSS Mr. Thomas Olsen tolsen@berlincentral.org
At Berlin Central School District, our focus is on maximizing the diverse talents and aspirations of our students and developing successful, responsible, and contributing members of our 21st Century society. We provide a challenging curriculum that meets or exceeds NY State’s common core standards and our well–trained faculty are dedicated professionals, coordinating efforts among the school, family, and community to foster high expectations and provide the best opportunities for our students to succeed. Thanks to our supportive community, Berlin Central School District students enjoy a hands-on, interactive approach to learning in modern, updated facilities with access to the latest learning technology.
A multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) is a proactive and preventative framework that integrates data and instruction to maximize student achievement and support students social, emotional, and behavior needs from a strengths-based perspective. MTSS offers a framework for educators to engage in data-based decision making related to program improvement, high-quality instruction and intervention, social and emotional learning, and positive behavioral supports necessary to ensure positive outcomes for districts, schools, teachers, and students. The MTSS framework is comprised of four essential components: screening, progress monitoring, multi-level prevention system, and data-based decision. – Center on Multi-Tiered System of Supports at the American Institutes for Research
Director of Pupil Personnel Services, Mr. Thomas Olsen, tolsen@berlincentral.org
What does a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) look like?
MTSS News
Notice from Berlin CSD PPS Director Mr. Olsen: What is an IEP? for Families of Preschool Students
Notice from Berlin CSD PPS Director Mr. Olsen: The Capital District FACE Center is pleased to offer this presentation which will provide families an overview of the process for developing an Individual Education Program (IEP) using a collaborative approach. Find out how to register here.
Important Back to School Dates
Please take a look at some important back to school dates here. Berlin CSD looks forward to seeing its Mountaineers this fall and getting started on a great 2024-2025 school year. Go Mountaineers!!
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.
July/August 2024 Cornell Cooperative Extension Parent Education Programing
Magic, Middle, and Tween/Teen Years Parent Education Programs. Virtual programs will begin in a couple weeks! Find out more here!
Principal Tracy Kent set to retire; BES Assistant Principal Jodi Cataldo to be named next BES Principal
Earlier this month, accomplished Berlin Elementary principal Tracy Kent announced her intent to retire. With a ringing endorsement from the faculty and staff at BES, the district is excited to share that at their regular board meeting scheduled for June 18th, the Board of Education will appoint Jodi Cataldo as the next principal of Berlin Elementary School effective July 1, 2024. Please find more details here.
BMHS Mountaineers Attend 6th Annual Youth Summit
The 6th Annual Youth Summit was held on March 7, 2024, at The Capital Center of Albany. Berlin Middle High School had thirteen students in attendance this year along with BMHS teachers Ms. Hammond and Ms. Marbot. Find out more about it here.
Saturday Morning Bingo Fun!
Thank you to all of the Mountaineer families who came out to play Bingo with us this past Saturday morning! We collected 95 items for the food pantry and over $100 in donations that will also go towards our BES Helping Hands program! Read on see highlights here.
WEB Leaders Guide a Lesson About Sportsmanship
On March 12th, 8th grade Where Everyone Belongs or WEB Leaders, taught 6th grade students a lesson on Sportsmanship. Students participated in a group competition and spoke about their own sportsmanship. Read on here.
Free Active Parenting Workshop for Parents of Children Ages 5-12
Parents of children ages 5-12 are invited to attend a series of free Active Parenting Workshops on Thursdays in March and April. The workshops are available free of charge to any parents who live or work in Rensselaer County. The six-week session begins on Thursday, March 14. Find more details here.
National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!
Thank you BCSD SRO Deputy Alexandra Dalessio for your commitment and dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of the Mountaineers and staff at the Berlin Central School District. We appreciate you! Read on here.
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2022-2023 Berlin CSD MTSS Plan
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