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 …
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.
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 …
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 …
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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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 …
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]
You might have seen them raking leaves in neighborhoods throughout the community, volunteering at a local food pantry, or doing landscaping work at the front of O’Rourke Middle School. Who are these silent, helpful heroes? They are members of the Impact Club! More than 60 boys in grades six through eighth are part of this …
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Follow the link below to enjoy a literary journal–The O’Rourke Observer–made up entirely of students’ work. [Winter Wonderland Edition 2024-25 of the O’Rourke Observer]
BH-BL students have been making their mark in the local art scene, with several of them earning spots in prestigious regional art shows. Their hard work, creativity, and dedication to their craft has been recognized in various art exhibitions, showcasing the talents of students from Kindergarten through high school. This year, we celebrate the achievements …
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