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Submitted by BCSD Communications
The Berlin Central School District Board of Education selected Mr. Kenneth Rizzo to be its next superintendent of schools, effective July 1st. Mr. Rizzo was unanimously appointed by the board at its meeting on March 6th.
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Berlin-New Lebanon Varsity Swim
Berlin Central School Communications Department
The BNL Varsity Swim Team ended their regular season at the Berkshire Individuals, with all eight teams facing off. Before the meet started the Berkshire Officials awarded the BNL Varsity Swim Team with the Outstanding Sportsmanship Award. The team started off strong with
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The Berlin Elementary Ambassadors used their meeting before school on January 15th to give back to the BCSD community. The ambassadors, along with their advisors, Mrs. Peter-Hoen and Mrs. Ruebel, put together "Birthday Kits" for the Berlin Food Closet. While the ambassadors were delivering food drive donations and volunteering at the local pantry before the holiday break, they discovered another way in which they could support Berlin Food Closet director Mrs. Mosher.
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Berlin Central School District
Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Office Press Release
A Cropseyville man is facing charges following a sexual exploitation investigation by the Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Unit.
Justin K. Covell, 31, is being charged in connection with four separate incidents involving the sexual exploitation of four minors. In the Town of Petersburgh, Covell was charged with
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Berlin-New Lebanon Swim
by Tim Christiansen, Berlin Varsity Swim Coach
Berlin/New Lebanon took their first loss of the season to a talented Mt. Anthony team. Mt. Anthony took a commanding 16-2 lead to start the meet by placing 1st and 2nd in the first two races. Berlin-New Lebanon would bounce back with George Lamphere-Webster winning the 200 IM and the 100 Breaststroke and Lance Schorder winning the 50 and 100 Freestyle. Cadence Ward placed first in the 100 Backstroke as well. The relay team of Lance Schroder, Jordan Sotek, Cadence Ward and George Lamphere-Webster would edge out Mt. Anthony in the 400 Free Relay by 3 tenths of a second. Congratulations to Lucy Fourger for dropping 20 seconds in her 500 Freestyle.
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Berlin Elementary School
For the last 25 years, first-grade teacher Mrs. Tracie Heinrichs has been supporting the Mohawk and Hudson River Humane Society in Menands and is hosting the pet drive again this year, collecting donations of food and supplies for animals in need. Over the holiday break, Ms. Heinrichs will deliver the supplies to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society.
At the Character Education Assembly on December 6th, the BES Mountaineers exhibited compassion and empathy, December's character traits, by starting the annual pet drive for the Mohawk and Hudson River Humane Society in Menands.
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A Thanksgiving Message from Berlin Middle High School
Dear Mountaineer Community,
As we gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, as the Berlin Middle High School Principal, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the many reasons we at Berlin Middle High School have to be grateful. This season is not only about giving thanks but also about strengthening the bonds that unite us as a school and community.
Our school year has begun with incredible momentum, thanks to the dedication of our students, staff, families, and community partners. We’ve celebrated the successes of our students on and off the field, in classrooms, and on stage. This fall, our student-athletes excelled in their sports, demonstrating skill, teamwork, and sportsmanship. In the arts, our music program has reached new heights with students earning All-County and prestigious All-State honors. Additionally, our recent drama production brought together students from grades 6 through 12, showcasing their creativity and collaboration. Our artists and club members have also been busy, bringing energy, passion, and talent to everything they do, embodying what it means to be a Mountaineer.
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November 22nd marked Mrs. Tracy Kent's last day at the Berlin Central School District. At the end of the school day, Mrs. Kent took a final walk through the elementary school halls where she served as principal for ten years.
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Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado visited the Berlin Central School District on Friday, November 15th, and took a tour of the Berlin Middle High School led by student council members. The students – Haylee Jones, Madison Bell, Alexis Rifenburg, and Lillian Gardell – showed the lieutenant governor and several of his staff several notable features, such as the Aquatics Lab. The Berlin Elementary School Ambassador program, comprising 15 students from grades 3–5, joined the tour and explored their future school. The tour ended in Mr. Nate Ellis’ classroom, where a question-and-answer session with the BHS student council took place. There were valuable exchanges on topics such as foundation aid calculations, student financial aid, and public service versus politics.
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Alexis Rifenburg has been named First Team All Star. Lexi finished second in the league and 10th in the section with 268 assists. She also led the entire state with 105 aces.
Holly White has been named Second Team All Star. Holly finished the season with 123 Kills which is good for 3rd in the league and 20th in the section. Holly also had 50 aces.
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by Denise Wright The March 13th Brunswick Town Board meeting was filled with conversation and resulted in the passing of two resolutions. During the Building and Codes report, 25 building property inspections and 22 follow-up complaints were reported for the month of February. The State Uniform Code Administration Compliance Report has been prepared. The historian […]
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by Denise Wright The Stephentown Board’s St. Patrick’s Day meeting began with a moment of silence to honor former town board member Gerry Robinson. Robinson focused on “improving local service opportunities, protecting Stephentown’s unique rural environment, and increasing local jobs and amenities by encouraging economic development appropriate to the size, atmosphere, and well-being of our […]
Submitted by BCSD Communications The Berlin Central School District Board of Education selected Mr. Kenneth Rizzo to be its next superintendent of schools, effective July 1st. Mr. Rizzo was unanimously appointed by the board at its meeting on March 6th. You must be logged in to view this article.
Hoosick Falls CSD Indoor Track Submitted by HFCSD Communications The Wildcats put forth a great effort at the New York State Indoor Track Championships on March 8th. The girls 4×400, consisting of Emma Waugh, Mihaly Blake, Ava Salvsevold, and Erin Conety, had a huge upset in their race. Going in as the underdogs, the girls […]
Brunswick CSD Submitted by Brunswick CSD Communications Brunswick CSD is proud to announce its winter Scholar Athlete sports teams for the 2024-2025 season. The school fielded seven varsity teams, including Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball, Boys Wrestling, Competitive Cheerleading, Unified Bowling, Boys Indoor Track, and Girls Indoor Track. In addition to the exciting lineup of winter […]