BCSD Director of Pupil Personnel Services and Director of MTSS Mr. Thomas Olsen tolsen@berlincentral.org
Berlin CSD Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) District Coordinator Mrs. Samantha Higgins shiggins@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 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 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.

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!

Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Berlin CSD would like to express its appreciation for the tireless efforts and dedication of our senior typist, administrative assistants, and office professionals. Read on here.

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.

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.

THANK YOU Berlin CSD COMMUNITY!!
CAM members, Brandon Kinnon, Levi Sroka and Damon Vickery, want to thank all school and community members for their generous donation of pull tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. We collectively are donating 194 pounds of pull tabs that Ronald McDonald house will be able to redeem for cash. Read on 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.

BCSD Recognizes School Social Work Week
School Social Work Week is this week! Berlin CSD would like to take a moment to recognize our wonderful BCSD Social Worker, Ms. Jennifer Poli. Ms. Poli wears many hats, from crisis management and behavioral intervention to her dedication to our Helping Hands program, which includes runs to the Regional Food Bank to support our families in need.
2022-2023 Berlin CSD MTSS Plan