Recently, BKW student-athletes and coaches joined forces with Middleburgh Central School District and Schoharie Central School District for the first-ever ‘Hoop Dreams for Christmas.’ The event was created through a local foundation called “The Rural Kid Initiative,” which has piloted several adaptive sports camps for individuals with special needs. As a result, those adaptive student-athletes …

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Congratulations to the secondary school students for achieving honor roll for the first quarter. Fantastic work! High Honors Honors Honorable Mention  

Over the last few months, BKW senior and Career and Technical Education Global Fashion Studies student Faith Coates received a first-hand experience in work-based learning with the Albany-based Capital Repertory Theatre. As part of this mini-internship, Career and Technical Education Global Fashion Studies students are researching 1870s men’s vests and creating design boards that will be …

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The Berne-Knox-Westerlo Secondary School fall athletic teams were recognized by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) for achieving Scholar-Athlete status during the fall athletic season. To receive Scholar-Athlete team recognition, the team’s average GPA for 75% of the roster must be greater than or equal to 90.00. To learn more, please …

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Building experience in high school can lead to future employment pathways. Meet Class of 2013 graduate Joshua VonHaugg. His interest in a forensic science career came through watching the popular television program CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. During high school, he became involved in the district’s forensic science curriculum and enrolled in the Capital Region BOCES …

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Each year, our student-athletes work to prepare and reach new heights while representing our district. For this past fall season, we are proud of their hard work and dedication in their respective sports. Here is the rundown of our fall athletic teams and their achievements. As a district, we thank you for representing our district …

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On Monday, Nov. 27, students from grades 7-11, were recognized for their academic achievements from the 2022-23 school year. Students were acknowledged in two separate academic categories: 95% average or higher for the 2022-23 school year and 93% average for the 2022-23 school year. In addition, this marks the highest group of students celebrated for …

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Learning about new cultures always creates an air of excitement. From learning a new language and culture to digging deeper into a country’s history and its impact on our own society – – it’s an exciting way to learn. At BKW, first-year Spanish Teacher Erika Burke is bringing new opportunities for students to become involved …

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