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
National School Counseling Week!
Happy National School Counseling Week! This week, we honor the exceptional school counselors who empower Mountaineers to envision possibilities, overcome obstacles, and flourish daily. Your expert guidance, unwavering support, and genuine care profoundly impact the trajectory of young lives. Thank you for being a source of motivation and an inspiration to Berlin CSD students, helping to shape brighter futures and unlocking the full potential of every Mountaineer. Read more 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.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Parent Education Programs!
Cornell Cooperative Extension Parent Education Programs are open for registration. Please find out more about the Jan/Feb 2025 programs here.
Workshop Notices from PPS Director Mr. Olsen
Please find information regarding family workshops hosted through the Educational Partnership here.
Berlin CSD School Pantry Fund Drive at the Regional Food Bank
The funds help keep the Food Assistance Program at BCSD running in addition to the food drives throughout the year. The Berlin Middle High School and Berlin Elementary School Food Pantry are an effort of Helping Hands. If you would like to donate directly to BCSD or are in need of support please reach out to: Mrs. Poli jpoli@berlincentral.org BMHS or Mrs. Baker dbaker@berlincentral.org BES
October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month
Finding a solution to bullying is not easy. It takes the whole school community (including teachers, students, staff, parents, and outside community members) to have an effective bullying prevention program. However, bystanders (those who see bullying happening) can make a huge difference when they intervene on behalf of someone being bullied. When a bystander stands up for someone who is being bullied, they are acting as an upstander. Find more information and a helpful video from our Counseling Office here.
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!
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2022-2023 Berlin CSD MTSS Plan
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