Dear BCS Parents/Guardians,
Happy Labor Day. You’re welcome!
Sincerely,
Bradford Central School District
P.S. - Go Braves!
Dear BCS Families,
Here is a simple flyer reflective of reopening conditions in all Schuyler County public school districts. We are closely monitoring and reacting to changes as they develop across the state.
Regardless of guidelines and/or mandates, the key point I do not want to get lost on all of us, is the fact we will be bringing back all of our students for in-person learning yet again during the 2021-22 school year.
This year we will return to an even more normal setting with all classes returning to traditional locations, a full battery of academic support classes being offered and extracurricular activities such as athletics and music operating at pre-COVID levels. We also plan to reinstate after school programming and are thrilled to once again be offering breakfast on-site for all students.
Here is to an amazing school year at BCS. Go Braves!
Dear BCS Families,
Please see the updated version of our reopening guidelines here: https://brdfrd.com/HPpJKT. This has been adjusted to reflect the August 27, 2021 New York State Department of Health mandate which required masking at all times when inside a school building. Thank you.
The Board of Education will be conducting a work session on School Reopening on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 4:15 PM.
Dear BCS Community,
I know many of you are anxious to receive an update on the reopening of school. We have been trying to hold off on giving an update until we received concrete guidance from NYS, however, we were notified today that this will not be coming until sometime next week. So as to give you a sense of where we stand right now, I have created the following letter for your review. We do anticipate a change in our masking practice, as Governor Hochul has directed the NYS DoH to issue a school mask mandate. I have highlighted this in the areas where our current plan would most likely have to be altered. Regardless of the conditions in which we open, I am confident we are going to have an amazing year together filled with student learning, community collaboration and the creation of many long lasting memories. Go Braves!
Read the letter here: https://brdfrd.com/ygXduI
John R. Marshall
Superintendent
Woohoo, another BCS student being recognized for her accomplishments. Congratulations Cambri!
Student athletes: Please turn in the participation form for sports and emergency medical information forms before your first fall practice.
The forms are located on the school website here: https://www.bradfordcsd.org/page/athletics. First practices for Varsity and JV sports are August 23rd and Modified sports are August 30th.
Dear BCS Community,
Last night at the Board of Education meeting our District's 2021-22 School Reopening Plan (attached below) was unanimously approved. Please know that our plan is subject to change based on updated guidance from the NYS Department of Health and/or NYS Education Department. Further communication with more intricate details about school reopening will be forthcoming soon.
Some key points in our current plan are as follows;
1. Masks DO NOT need to be worn in a classroom, so long as 3 feet of separation can occur between students or when they are outside. Masks are encouraged.
2. Masks can be removed when students are eating in the cafeteria, however, limited seating will occur at tables. Plastic barriers will no longer be used during this time of the day. Breakfast will be served at school.
3. Masks need to be worn when riding on school transportation and moving in hallways throughout the building.
4. As we will be open 5-days per week for all students, remote learning is not a full-time instructional option. It may be offered on a short-term basis if a student needs to quarantine.
5. Daily COVID screenings need to occur prior to a student coming to school, however, we will not be tracking this process.
6. Testing/quarantining requirements are still in effect if a child displays symptoms of COVID-19 or has been deemed to be in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.
To view the complete Re-Opening Plan, please visit the following link: https://brdfrd.com/2021-2022-reopening-plan
The goal of the Bradford Central School District is to provide a safe setting for all of our students and staff, while at the same time ensuring an environment exists in which learning and instruction can thrive. Thank you for your continued support and understanding. We are a few short weeks away from what I am sure will be an amazing school year. Go Braves!
Come join your fellow Bradford Alums in this fun and competitive match up for a good cause! The game will be hosted on Friday, September 24th, 2021, on the side field at Bradford Central School, with kickoff at 6 pm sharp. All proceeds will benefit the Bradford Student Council. Dust off the old cleats and join us for some competitive fun! Register here: https://forms.gle/pPsFuamRPjWajd1t6
Reminder to all parents of Fall athletes, Interval Health History forms are due to Mrs. Miller, our school nurse, by this Friday, August 20th. You can drop completed forms off at the school, email them to kmiller@bradfordcsd.org, fax them to (607) 583-2305 or mail to the school by Friday. NOTE: if mailing, they still must be received by the 20th. Forms were mailed last week or can be printed from our website, you will find it under the Health tab. Student athletes will not be permitted to participate in practices until these forms are reviewed and approved to participate by Mrs Miller.
All parents of Fall athletes, we will be mailing out Interval Health History forms. Mrs. Miller, our school nurse, needs to review them before the athletes can attend practices so they must be returned by August 20th. You can drop completed forms off at the school, email them to kmiller@bradfordcsd.org, fax them to (607) 583-2305 or mail to the school by August 20th. NOTE: if mailing, they still must be received by the 20th. If you prefer, you can print the form from our website, you will find it under the Health tab. Thank you.
August 5, 2021
Dear BCS Families,
We hope you all have been enjoying your summer. We know there is anticipation about what school will look like in September, and we want to provide you with an update on what we know as of right now.
Late last night we were notified that because last year’s COVID-19 state of emergency has since been rescinded, neither the New York State governor’s office nor the New York State Department of Health will be issuing guidance to govern the opening of schools next month.
While this announcement comes to the District as a complete surprise, our goal for the fall continues to be to bring all of our students back into the building on a full-time basis and in the safest manner possible. At the very least we would hope to open school in the manner in which we finished the 2020-21 school year, but if local guidance and conditions warrant it, we would be looking for an even greater return to normalcy.
As of right now, the District is working with local schools and the county health departments to determine options for next school year. We will be sharing our plan for reopening as soon as possible.
Thank you for your continued support, patience and understanding as we work our way through this latest information and towards a final determination on school reopening. Go Braves!
John Marshall
Superintendent
The Bradford Central School District is seeking a Modified Boys' Soccer coach for the fall season. If you are interested in coaching please contact our Athletic Director, Mr. Rutledge, at jrutledge@bradfordcsd.org or call the District Office. I know you all have been watching the Summer Olympics this past week, so here is to hoping you have been inspired to go for the Gold (and Blue).
Supply lists are now available! Check them out on the district website or at the following link: https://brdfrd.com/1vLUGD
There will be a Board of Education meeting on Friday, July 30 at 9 AM.
Sure we have one of the most beautiful and well maintained buildings in the region, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make it look even better. Thank you to our maintenance staff for always taking such good care of our facilities. Go Braves!
PLEASE NOTE: The district is performing upgrades to phone and data infrastructure this week. As a result, you will not be able to reach staff directly by phone, however, you will still be able to leave a message. Please feel free to leave a message or email info@bradfordcsd.org if you require assistance. Thank you for your patience!
Congratulations to our 2021 graduates!
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Kindergarten graduation ceremony to celebrate a wonderful year of learning and fun!
Dear BCS Community,
Tomorrow evening at 6:00 PM we will be celebrating the graduation of the Class of 2021. As all COVID restrictions have been lifted for this event, you are welcome to help us honor this talented, memorable and soon to be very much missed group of (16) amazing young adults.
Go Braves!
BCS Faculty, Staff and Administration