BCSD PTO 2025-2026

 

The BCSD PTO is made up of both parent and teacher volunteers. Together we work to enhance and maximize the educational experience of our elementary, middle and high school students. We welcome you to join us in our monthly meetings.

 

 

Hybrid BCSD PTO Meeting
Monday, November 17, 2025 6:30 pm
Berlin Elementary Library or Virtually

Virtual Meeting Link
meet.google.com/eme-jthd-zrx
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This month’s PTO meeting will feature a Title Funds presentation by BCSD building principals Mrs. Cataldo (BES) and Mr. Bernsley (BMHS), and BCSD Technology and Instructional Support Coordinator Mrs. Gilbert. Title funds refer to federal grants for elementary and secondary levels. The funding originated in 1965 in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to provide equal access to education funding to states and local school districts. The most common are Title I, which supports high-poverty schools, and Title II A, which funds professional development for teachers and leaders. We hope you will join us for this informative presentation and the latest from the PTO in the Berlin Elementary Library or virtually through the link on our PTO page here https://berlincentral.org/bmhs-pto-2024-2025/

Meeting Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year:

In Person/Virtual Meetings 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm in the BES Library or online at the meeting link below.

BCSD PTO Meeting 
November 17,  2025 6:30 pm

Virtual Meeting Link
meet.google.com/eme-jthd-zrx

November 17 (Due to Observance of Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11th)
December 9
January 13
February 10
March 10
April 14
May 12 
June 9

Thank you for your interest and support! -BCSD PTO

For more information on how to volunteer, please contact us at bcspto@berlincentral.org 

Find a save the date for some exciting events happening this school year at BES and come to our next meeting to see how you can get involved.
Go Mountaineers!

 

Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year!

If you are interested in joining or volunteering, or have any questions or ideas please send an email. Contact us at: bcspto@berlincentral.org or join the Facebook Group Berlin Central School PTO 

Go Mountaineers!!!

2025/2026 PTO Officers
President – Renee Van Keuren             Vice President – Jenn Seitz,
Secretary – Courtney Sroka
Co-Treasurer – Carrie Minkler                 Co-Treasurer – Rachel Turetsky 

Contact us at:  bcspto@berlincentral.org 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Are you interested in giving back to your community while learning new skills and meeting new people? Well, we have the perfect opportunity for you – become a PTO (Parent-Teacher Organization) volunteer!

Our school’s PTO is looking for enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to helping our students and staff succeed. By volunteering, you can provide valuable support during school events, fundraisers, and other activities that help enrich our school community.

As a PTO volunteer, you’ll have the chance to work alongside other parents and educators in a positive and collaborative environment. You’ll also have the opportunity to use your skills and talents to make a difference in the lives of our students and our school community.

So what are you waiting for? Join our PTO today and help make our school community stronger than ever before! For more information on how to volunteer, please contact us at bcspto@berlincentral.org 

Our PTO meets the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm. We offer in person and online options to fit your schedule.

Thank you for your interest and support!

Meeting Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year:

Virtual Meetings 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm

October 14, 2025 

Meeting Minutes

September 9, 2025

Meeting Minutes

Treasurer Report

Mission Statement 

Our mission at the Berlin Middle School/High School PTO is to promote and foster communications between our constituents. This includes all members of our communities, parents, teachers, and the administration. Our PTO aims to organize and promote fundraising and community events which will deepen our Mountaineer spirit and pride while enriching the lives of our children through education, social and developmental experiences.

BCSD PTO

Fundraising activities, field trips, book fairs, bake sales, picture day, holiday shop and staff appreciation

Contact us at:  bcspto@berlincentral.org 

PTO Officer  Descriptions:

President
The President shall serve as leader and key contact for the PTO; preside at all PTO meetings; ex-officio member of most committees; appoint chairpersons for special committees; coordinate the work of the officers and committees so that the PTO’s objectives can be met. Advise on parliamentary procedures using Robert’s Rules of Order; bring current copy of By-Laws to all meetings.

Vice President
The Vice President shall act as an aide to the President; perform the duties of the President in the absence or inability of that officer to serve; assume other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Board; coordinate the general activities of any Special Committees created by the Executive Board. Ideally – is willing to serve as President in the future.

Secretary
The Communications Secretary shall keep the minutes of all general meetings and all meetings of the Executive Board; prepare correspondence and perform all other duties assigned; maintain master documents; help recruit committee chairpersons for all vacant standing committees of the board; keep the calendar of events for the PTO.

Treasurer
The Treasurer shall be responsible for and have custody of all funds, along with the President; make disbursements as properly authorized; be present at all PTO events where money will be collected; assure that PTO policies and best practices are followed with regards to funds; prepare financial reports for each meeting and as needed; prepare the books for an annual audit.

Faculty Representative
The Faculty Representative shall serve as a liaison between the PTO Board and Staff. She/he shall perform other duties as may be prescribed by the Board from time to time.

Member at Large
The Member at Large is unlike other executive board leadership such as a president or treasurer; a member at large does not have a specific role. A member at large serves as a liaison to the general membership.

Rules for Facebook page:

Facebook Group Berlin Central School PTO https://www.facebook.com/groups/507170402794666

The BMHS and BES  PTO have set these Facebook groups up as a way for the BCSD community to communicate about upcoming events. We ask that kindness, respect and courtesy be given to all when questions, comments, or concerns are posted. We will not tolerate hate speech or bullying of any kind. There will be no promoting of any business. This is a private group only those affiliated with the Berlin School district will be allowed.

 

 

Archived Meeting Minutes for the 2024 -2025 School Year

Archived Meeting Minutes for the 2023 -2024 School Year

Archived 2022-2023 School Year BES PTO Meeting Minutes

Archived 2021-2022 School Year BES PTO Meeting Minutes

Archived Meeting Minutes from the 2020-2021 School Year

PTO Bylaws       E-Mail BES PTO