Graduation 2025 Reel: “It’s the BEST Day to be a Spartan”
Graduation day the BEST day to be a Spartan!
Charlton Heights Student Honored by Assemblywoman MaryBeth Walsh
On Friday, June 20, Assemblywoman MaryBeth Walsh visited Charlton Heights Elementary School to recognize fifth-grade student Michael Caisse. Michael was the winner of the Saratoga County “There Ought to Be a Law” essay contest, selected from over 200 entries. Assemblywoman Walsh presented Michael with a $100 first prize for his persuasive essay. His essay proposed a law …
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Local SkillsUSA leader & BH-BL student Malachi Plaza ready to build his skills at national conference
BH-BL High School & Capital Region BOCES student Malachi Plaza (left) will be heading to the national SkillsUSA conference in Atlanta later this month, but he won’t be there to compete. Rather, Malachi Plaza, an Automotive Trades Technology student (and Capital Region BOCES Career & Technical Education colleague Elena Hymes, North Colonie) will take part …
CHES Playgrounds Closed for Summer
Due to construction taking place this summer, all playgrounds at Charlton Heights will be closed until school begins in September. Our families are welcome to use the playgrounds at Stevens and Pashley during their normal hours of operation (when not in use by the district’s summer school programs).
Spring Edition of The O’Rourke Observer is now available
It’s what you’ve all been waiting for–the spring edition of The O’Rourke Observer filled with works by O’Rourke Middle School students. Follow this link to view it.
NYS Education Commissioner Dr. Rosa & Colleagues Tour HS, Learn of Innovative Programs
Dr. Betty Rosa, Commissioner of Education and President of the University of the State of New York, accompanied by several colleagues, including Board of Regents member Dr. Roger Catania, visited BH-BL High school today to gain firsthand insight into the educational opportunities provided to BH-BL students. The visit showcased the district’s commitment to cutting-edge learning …
65 Students Recognized at World Language Honor Society & NYS Seal of Biliteracy Awards Ceremony
At a recent World Languages Honor Society and NYS Seal of Biliteracy (NYSSB) awards ceremony, 65 BH-BL High School students were recognized for their hard work, dedication, and scholarship in World Languages. Thirty-five high school students were inducted into the World Languages Honor Society and 30 students were recognized for earning a NYSSB, which is …
BH-BL HS Student Musicians Shine at Music in the Parks Competition
The high school’s Music Department recently returned from Hershey, Pennsylvania with armfuls of trophies after an outstanding showing at the prestigious “Music in the Parks Competition.” Competing against schools from across the East Coast, BH-BL musicians demonstrated exceptional talent and dedication across all ensembles. The weekend proved to be a remarkable success with multiple first …
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Pashley Elementary Principal Announces Retirement After 22 Years of Dedicated Service
The Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District will be saying farewell to a long-serving and beloved member of its community. Pashley Elementary School Principal Jill Bonacio has announced her retirement after an impressive 22.5 years of dedication to BH-BL. Bonacio started her 32-year education career as a school counselor at local districts and as House …
O’Rourke Observer, March 2025 Edition
Follow the link below to enjoy a literary journal entitled The O’Rourke Observer, which is made up entirely of students’ work. [March 2025 Edition of the O’Rourke Observer]