Thank you to the Berlin Elementary School community for donating to the food drive hosted by the BES Ambassadors. Read more and see photo highlight here
BCSD Community Assistance
Rensselaer County Department of Mental Health Services Provided
Parenting Education & Support
Physical Health
Housing Assistance
Affordable Connectivity Program
Food Pantries & SNAP
Dental Services
Shelters
Capital Region Behavioral & Mental Health Counseling Resources
Mental Health America Back to School Toolkit
Crisis Services Capital Region
Adult Education/Career Services
Addiction Support
Tenants Rights
Grief Services
Hot & Warm Lines for Mental Health and Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Services
Community Support Programs and Upcoming Events/Activities
SHAC Center-Adventure Community Center
- The SHAC Center-Adventure Community Center is here to facilitate and support the development of healthy, active lifestyles for people of all ages in Averill Park and surrounding communities. Our Vision: To create a connected community and provide opportunities for healthy, active living and recreation in a safe, inclusive environment.
Connect Center
The Connect Center is primarily a safe space for youth to be after school. Once students’ basic needs for safety have been met, the organization uses mentorship and youth development programs to allow students to explore their passions, talents, and eventually, a career path.
Health Alliance
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Open in new tab Event Notice from Berlin Elementary School Family Liaison & Counselor Mr. Taylor-Shaw:
April/May 2023 Parent Education Programming
The Magic Years (parent education for parents/caregivers of babies – children aged 4)
Noon – 1:15PM
Mondays, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15
Zoom registration link:
https://cornell.zoom.us/
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The Middle Years (parent education for parents/caregivers of youth ages 5 – 10)
Noon – 1:15PM
Wednesdays, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17
Zoom registration link:
https://cornell.zoom.us/
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The Tween/Teen Years (parent education for parents/caregivers of youth ages 11+)
Noon – 1:15 p.m.
Thursdays, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18
Zoom registration link:
https://cornell.zoom.us/
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Berlin Elementary School Counseling Staff
James Taylor-Shaw, MS
jtaylorshaw@berlincentral.org
Berlin Elementary School Family Liaison & Counselor
Rachel Teplitsky
rteplitsky@berlincentral.org
Berlin Elementary School Psychologist
Ryan Steller
rsteller@berlincentral.org
Berlin Elementary School Counselor
Berlin Middle High School Counseling Staff
Melissa Putterman-Hoffmann
mputtermanhoffmann@berlincentral.org
Berlin Middle/High School Social Worker
Jill Augustine
Jaugustine@berlincentral.org
Berlin Middle/High School Student Assistance Counselor
Brianna Murray
bmurray@berlincentral.org
Berlin Middle/High School Psychologist
Rachel Harrison
BMHS Counselor for last names beginning with A – I
Rharrison@berlincentral.org
Caroline Testa
BMHS Counselor for last names beginning with J – Z
ctesta@berlincentral.org
A message from the Berlin SADD Chapter:
