What's New

RSS Feed

BHS Tennis Player Competes at States

10/28/2022

clear

BCSD Salutes Board of Education

10/18/2022

The Binghamton City School District is celebrating the commitment and contributions of its Board of Education during School Board Recognition Week! On Tues., Oct. 18, the district held its annual Board of Education Recognition Breakfast at West Middle School.

clear

BHS Hosts 2022 Distinguished Grads Dinner

10/17/2022

It’s always nice to see Binghamton City School District graduates move on to big things after receiving their diploma, but it feels even better when they return to where it all started!

clear

Franklin to Host Parent Engagement Night

09/26/2022

Ben Franklin Elementary School will welcome families to a Parent Engagement Night on Wednesday, Sept. 28.

clear

Giants Name Vaughn Labor Coach of the Week

09/13/2022

The New York Giants and Gatorade have selected BHS Coach Vaughn Labor as the Lou Rettino High School Coach of the Week for Week 1 of the 2022 season.

clear

Student Connor Race and Team Climb for a Cause

09/13/2022

MacArthur Elementary fourth grader Connor Race knows firsthand that you're never too small to make a big difference.

clear

BHS Teacher Presents at International Seminar in Germany

09/12/2022

This summer Binghamton High School Social Studies Teacher Taylor Weigand traveled to Potsdam, Germany as an Alumni-Teacher Fellow representing SUNY Cortland to present a lecture on “Teaching the SDG’s- Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship.”

clear

District to host additional feasibility study forums

09/08/2022

The Binghamton City School District will hold its first of four community forums on Sept. 14 from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at MacArthur Elementary School, located at 1123 Vestal Ave.

clear

BHS Flag Football Team to Play at MetLife Stadium

08/17/2022

Binghamton’s trailblazing girls flag football team will head to MetLife Stadium Aug. 21 to play at a New York Giants preseason game.

clear

BCSD Celebrates the Class of 2022

06/29/2022

Congratulations to the 280 members of Binghamton High School's Class of 2022.

clear

BHS Honors Top 25

06/22/2022

Twenty-five Binghamton High School students were honored on June 21 for their hard work in the classroom.

Read More about BHS Honors Top 25

clear

Patriots are First-ever Girls Flag Football Champs

06/14/2022

The Binghamton Patriots claimed the first-ever Section IV flag football championship, with a big win over Union-Endicott on Sunday, June 12.

clear

Wilson Celebrates Student Hero David Diaz

06/13/2022

We could not be Patriot Prouder of our student hero, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School second grader David Diaz Jr.

clear

A (Sensory) Pathway to Understanding

06/10/2022

This spring, Binghamton High School students collaborated to create a pathway for younger students in need of a positive outlet during the school day: a sensory pathway.

clear

BHS Teacher Wins Golden Apple Award

06/09/2022

BHS Pre-Engineering Instructor, Marta Gaska has been named the June Golden Apple Award Winner by WIVT.

clear

BHS Earns No Place for Hate Designation

06/08/2022

We are proud to announce that Binghamton High School has earned designation as a No Place for Hate school for the third consecutive year.

clear

BHS Unified Basketball Builds Inclusion, Community

05/20/2022

The Binghamton High School unified basketball team has had an incredible season, but the team’s success on the court is only the start.

clear

BCSD 2022-23 Budget Passes

05/19/2022

clear

BCSD Feasibility Study Information

05/04/2022

The Binghamton City School District has been evaluating the current and future use of the district's 10 school buildings, taking into account building conditions, enrollment trends, transportation and building capacity.

clear

BCSD Seeks Stakeholder Input for Strategic Plan

05/03/2022

This spring, the Binghamton City School District will embark on the exciting journey of determining what the future looks like for BCSD over the next five years through our strategic planning process. We need input from our stakeholders so that we can make the best possible decisions for the future of our district.

clear

EMS Students Participate in Kids CAN Build Challenge

05/02/2022

A team from EMS participated in this year's great "Kids CAN Build Project." The students created a nine foot structure in the shape of the middle school. The structure used 3,088 cans and was dedicated in loving memory to Aliza Spencer.

clear

Farrelly's Feet Donates Shoes to Students

04/22/2022

Thomas Jefferson Elementary received a beautiful donation of brand new sneakers Thursday, in honor of late BHS graduate and accomplished runner Noah Farrelly.

clear

BHS Club Holds Prom Dress Drive

04/01/2022

If prom dresses and suits are taking up closet space, Binghamton High School's Sisterz 4 Sisterz wants your donation.

clear

Therapy Dog at Wilson Making Positive Impact on Students

03/31/2022

Therapy Dogs are being utilized more and more in educational settings to help with stress relief. In Binghamton, students in Dana Ingerson's music class at Woodrow Wilson Elementary School enjoy her therapy dog Brayleigh. Ingerson rescued Brayleigh as a therapy dog as she was battling breast cancer.

clear

Mann Students Get Special Performance

03/30/2022

Students of Horace Mann Elementary School had the chance to see a special African dance and drumming performance from Binghamton University Students. Each piece featured culturally specific instruments, costumes, songs and dance steps. Kids clapped and cheered as they watched and listened to the different sounds and dance moves the dance group displayed.

clear

Universal Pre-K Registrations Open Now!

03/17/2022

The BCSD is currently accepting Universal Pre-K Registrations for the 2022-2023 school year.

clear

BHS Family Workshop Results

03/08/2022

Results are now available from our virtual Family Workshop for Binghamton High school families and faculty on Thursday, Jan. 20.

clear

Franklin Students Are Broadcasters in the Making

03/07/2022

There are some up and coming broadcasters at Ben Franklin Elementary!

clear

BCS Foundation Awards Nearly $40K in Grants in 2021

03/02/2022

Each year the Binghamton City Schools Foundation provides grants to school district staff members for special projects or activities that fall beyond the scope of the district's operating budget. The foundation funds worthwhile programs, equipment, trips, or activities that ordinarily can't be supported as part of the school operating budget but benefit the growth, education, and development of students.

clear

BCSD Teacher Named NYS Master Teacher

03/01/2022

Recently Governor Kathy Hochul announced the incoming group of Master Teachers for the state of New York. This year 230 teachers joined the ranks of the statewide network of educators. One of those chosen was Binghamton City School District teacher Jeff Sabol.

clear

Mask Mandate Lifted Effective March 2, 2022

02/28/2022

Governor Hochul announced at a news conference Sunday that she is lifting the NYS mask mandate for schools, beginning Wednesday, March 2, 2022. The Governor said her decision was based on the new Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidance that connects community spread and hospitalizations.

clear

BCSD to Pilot Girls Flag Football Program

02/23/2022

Binghamton High School is one of 48 schools across New York State that will start a girls flag football program this spring.

clear

Mentorship Makes a Difference in Student Lives

02/22/2022

Spectrum News visited East Middle School during January's National Mentor Month to highlight some of the amazing bonds formed through this program.

clear

Elementary Students Embrace Social-Emotional Learning

02/15/2022

Sometimes, our little learners experience big feelings, and they need help coping with them. This school year, school social worker Cristin Plourde has been bringing social-emotional learning lessons to classrooms at MacArthur Elementary, including Mrs. Steed's first grade class.

clear

Masks Continue to be Required

01/25/2022

We would like to provide clarity regarding the Nassau County Supreme Court’s recent ruling regarding mask mandates. Public schools in New York State have been directed by the New York State Education Department to continue to mask in school.

clear

BHS Senior Nysein Reese Awarded Patriot Scholarship

01/13/2022

We could not be Patriot prouder of senior Nysein Reese, the winner of this year’s prestigious Patriot Scholarship. Reese plans to attend the State University of New York at Buffalo.

clear

In-person instruction will resume at middle schools on Friday 1/14/22

01/12/2022

Full in-person instruction will resume at both East and West middle schools on Friday, Jan. 14.

clear

BCSD Middle Schools Update for Week of Jan. 10-14

01/07/2022

We are writing with an update regarding our plans to provide instruction for middle school students next week. Unfortunately, our district continues to be negatively impacted by a COVID-related bus driver shortage.

clear

2022 Budget Roundtable

01/04/2022

Budget Roundtable, ThoughtExchange: The Binghamton City School District is working to identify priorities and gather input from our stakeholders as we craft our budget for the 2022-2023 academic year. We will hold a budget roundtable on Monday, Jan. 10. It will take place at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

Read More about 2022 Budget Roundtable

clear

At Home COVID-19 Kits Available

01/03/2022

New York State has provided us with at-home COVID testing kits. While our district provides testing for students at school, we would also like to make them available for testing at home.

clear

BCSD Offers Testing and Test Kits After Winter Break

12/30/2021

Students return to school from the long winter recess on Monday, Jan. 3, as local COVID-19 cases are on the rise and home testing kids are in short supply across the state. In response to this, the Governor announced earlier this week that New York State will be providing schools with additional testing kits so every student has the opportunity to test. We anticipate these additional tests to arrive in the district sometime next week.

clear

EMS Students Donate to Traci CARES Food Pantry

12/21/2021

Students at East Middle School are collecting non-perishable food items this holiday season to support the Traci CARES Food Pantry as well as the Binghamton community.

clear

BCSD Offers Free Rapid COVID Testing

12/20/2021

The Binghamton City School District is pleased to be offering testing opportunities to all students and staff, on a completely voluntary basis, both before and after our winter recess. Rapid testing will take place in all buildings on a walk-in basis on Wednesday, Dec. 22 and Monday, Jan. 3.

clear

Fall BToday 2021 Hits Mailboxes

12/13/2021

The most recent issue of BToday will be hitting mailboxes soon.

clear

Congratulations to our Fall Scholar Athletes

12/09/2021

The Binghamton City School District is pleased to announce our Fall Teams who have attained Scholar-Athlete Awards through the NYSPHSA (NYS Public High School Scholar Association) Program!

clear

Students show gratitude with soup drive

12/07/2021

In November the fourth graders at Calvin Coolidge Elementary focused on the district-wide character trait of gratitude by holding a canned soup (and other non-perishable food item) drive for CHOW.

clear

BHS hosts 26th annual community Thanksgiving meal

11/29/2021

It’s a time-honored Binghamton tradition 26 years in the making, and a favorite for our students and community. Binghamton High School student volunteers hosted the annual Thanksgiving Dinner in a COVID-friendly fashion.

clear

BHS Alum Returns to Talk TV Career

11/23/2021

BCSD graduate Austin Tanner returned to his roots to talk with BHS students about his career in broadcasting on Monday, Nov. 22.

clear

BHS Students Raise Awareness of Dangers of Drunk Driving

11/23/2021

SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) raised awareness of the dangers of drunk and distracted driving at Binghamton High School's annual holiday tree lighting on Tuesday, Nov. 23.

clear

Students chosen as Akshar All-Stars

11/18/2021

On Nov. 18 two fifth grade students from the Binghamton City School District were recognized as Akshar All-Stars. Thomas Jefferson student Abigail Okogu and Horace Mann student Dante Osborne received a surprise visit from Senator Fred Akshar to announce their awards.

clear

Getting the Good News Out

11/17/2021

We are calling on our school community to help us highlight the wonderful people, accomplishments and events that deserve to be recognized. Let us know about the great things that are happening inside and outside of our school building.

clear

We want your feedback about board meetings

11/16/2021

The Binghamton City School District is looking for input into when and how board meetings are held (day of week, time of day, location, access etc…). Under Open Meetings Law, the public has the right to attend meetings of public bodies, listen to board member debate and watch the decision-making process.

clear

Rod Serling School of Fine Arts Presents Clue

11/15/2021

This weekend students from the Binghamton High School Rod Serling School of Fine Arts will present Clue at the Helen Foley Theatre. The play is based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game.

clear

WBNG Features BHS Senior Xymier Thomas

11/15/2021

On the latest episode of WBNG's 1st and 12, Scott Sasina features Binghamton High School senior Xymier Thomas.

clear

Students Compete at Engineering Day

11/10/2021

This week students from Binghamton City School District participated in the annual Engineering Day Event at Broome-Tioga BOCES. On Tuesday, Nov. 9, and Wednesday, Nov. 10, students in grades 3 – 8 came together to compete with students from 17 local school districts.

clear

BCSD Elementary Schools to Host Vaccine Clinics

11/05/2021

The Binghamton City School District is excited to partner with the Broome County Health Department to offer COVID-19 vaccination opportunities to eligible students, ages 5 and above.

clear

Building for the Future - BCSD Capital Project

11/04/2021

The Binghamton City School District is proposing a $41.7 million capital project which will be voted on by taxpayers on Dec. 14. The project includes upgrades for infrastructure, technology, accessibility, programs and health and safety projects.

clear

Principal Kyle Skinner Celebrated as Educator of the Week

11/03/2021

This week, FOX 40 and ETM Solar Works congratulate Mr. Kyle Skinner on being named Teacher of the Week. This is year four as Principal at Benjamin Franklin Elementary School for Mr. Kyle Skinner. First grade teacher, Amy Putney, nominated Mr. Skinner for Teacher of the Week.

clear

Contest Underway to Redesign BCSD Patriot

11/03/2021

The Binghamton City School district is looking for students to create a new image for our Patriot. Top designs will embody what it means to be a Binghamton Patriot, someone who loves and supports the school district, demonstrates pride and represents all students!

clear

BCSD weather information for 2021-2022

11/01/2021

This year the Binghamton City School District will be utilizing five built-in snow days, which will be non-instructional days. If all five snow days are used, the district will identify future days needed for inclement weather as remote learning days.

clear

Get notified on your child's progress with SchoolTool mobile app

11/01/2021

Now there’s an easier way to stay informed about your child’s current school schedule, grades, assignments and more with the new SchoolTool Mobile App. With the SchoolTool Mobile App you can get in-the-moment push notifications about your child’s assignments, grades and attendance.

clear

BCSD Seeks Advisory Group Members

10/29/2021

The Binghamton City School District is embarking on an exciting comprehensive planning process for a long-term facilities improvement project that will shape the vision for our school buildings in the years ahead.

clear

BCSD Transportation Information

10/25/2021

The Binghamton City School District is making every effort to ensure eligible students have access to reliable transportation to and from school. The nationwide shortage of school bus drivers is impacting districts around the country, including ours.

clear

BCSD Celebrates School Board Members

10/19/2021

The Binghamton City School District celebrated its Board of Education with an annual breakfast Tuesday morning, in observance of National School Board Recognition Week. School board members are elected representatives, who volunteer their time with the ultimate goal of supporting the district and increasing student achievement.

clear

10/18/2021

We are excited to announce that we are now offering the convenience of online registration through FamilyID (www.familyid.com), which is now part of the ArbiterSports family!

clear

BCSD Names New Athletic Director

10/04/2021

There’s a new leader at the helm of Patriot Athletics! The Binghamton City School District is proud to introduce Mr. Jeremiah Johnson as our new Director of Athletics and Student Engagement.

clear

Could the 2021 Advance Child Tax Credit benefit you?

09/30/2021

The IRS is reaching out to America’s school districts to request their partnership in disseminating information about the Advance Child Tax Credit Payments in 2021, which could provide families, financial assistance of up to $1,800 per qualifying child.

clear

Learning Continues Year-Round for BCSD Teachers

09/08/2021

School was out for summer, but the learning continued for teachers across the Binghamton City School District! A rich variety of professional development opportunities were offered to both new employees (we added nearly 60 new members to our instructional team this summer!) and veteran teachers.

clear

BHS Half-Day Virtual Academy

08/27/2021

Binghamton High School is offering a half-day virtual academy for eligible juniors and seniors.

clear

BCSD Requests for Medically Fragile Students

08/09/2021

We anticipate full in-person student instruction, 5-days per week, for BCSD students for the 2021-2022 school year. There will not be a hybrid learning option as there was last year, although we do know that some students may have unique medical situations that require fully remote instruction.

clear

BToday Class of 2021 Edition

08/09/2021

The newest edition of BToday, featuring the Class of 2021 will be hitting mailboxes soon, but you can read the entire edition in advance online now!

clear

2021- 2022 School Supply Lists (pre-k - grade 8)

07/30/2021

A list of school supplies has been added to the district website for the 2021-2022 school year!

clear

Treasured BCSD Nurse Celebrates 55 Years of Service

07/30/2021

She lightheartedly calls herself “the gray-haired witch”, but anyone who’s ever met Joyce DeRitis knows that calling her a witch couldn’t be farther from the truth.

clear

Fall Sports Sign Ups

06/16/2021

Are you interested in participating in Fall Sports? Sign up forms have been added to the district athletics page

Binghamton City School DistrictBELIEVE BELONG BECOME

What's New

Binghamton City School District

Binghamton City School District
BELIEVE BELONG BECOME