Please sign up your student athletes for Winter sports. Use the easy access button on our homepage at brunswickcsd.org
Physicals should have been done on or after 11/01/2025, if your child does not have an updated physicals please contact Mrs. Bader and I will add them to the list for the school doctor will be here 10/27 and 10/28 if needed.
Physicals should have been done on or after 11/01/2025, if your child does not have an updated physicals please contact Mrs. Bader and I will add them to the list for the school doctor will be here 10/27 and 10/28 if needed.
Mark your calendars: Armed Forces Day at Tamarac High School is November 10th during lunch periods.
Attention Seniors! Financial Aid: College Goal Saturday
Students and families looking for help with the FAFSA are invited to College Goal Saturday at Hudson Valley Community College. Our team will be available to assist with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
9 a.m. – noon
Guenther Enrollment Services Center, 1st Floor
Register here:
https://forms.hvcc.edu/machform/view.php?id=306508
Students and families looking for help with the FAFSA are invited to College Goal Saturday at Hudson Valley Community College. Our team will be available to assist with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
9 a.m. – noon
Guenther Enrollment Services Center, 1st Floor
Register here:
https://forms.hvcc.edu/machform/view.php?id=306508
Felt like last week’s Secondary Bengal Bulletin was missing a little something? You were right! Click here to read the full newsletter: https://aptg.co/0N-0nP
The Secondary School will follow a modified schedule this Friday so that all classes meet before our end-of-day pep rally events. Due to this shortened schedule, the cafeteria will be serving grab-and-go options that include bagels, mini cream cheese bagels, breakfast sandwiches and salads.
🐾 7:30 – 8:01 AM | 1st Period
🐾 8:04 – 8:32 AM | 2nd Period
🐾 8:35 – 9:03 AM | 3rd Period
🐾 9:06 – 9:34 AM | 4th Period
🐾 9:37 – 10:05 AM | 5th Period
🐾 10:08 – 10:36 AM | 6th Period
🐾 10:39 – 11:07 AM | 7th Period
🐾 11:10 – 11:38 AM | 8th Period
🐾 11:41 – 12:11 PM | 9th Period
🐾 12:11 – 2:11 PM | PEP RALLY / MS BASH 🎉
Attention Secondary Students - there will be no loaner Chromebooks tomorrow morning. Please ensure you charge and bring your Chromebooks for Monday morning.
There will be a Board of Education meeting this evening. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. in the Secondary School LGI.
If you are unable to attend in person, you can stream the meeting on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bcsdevents7574/featured
If you are unable to attend in person, you can stream the meeting on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bcsdevents7574/featured
There is still time to register for Tamarac Tunes and Treats (formally known as the Senior Citizen Concert & Luncheon)! Email alabshere@brunswickcsd.org with the number of guests planning on attending the October 29th event. The concert starts at 9:30 a.m. with treats immediately to follow.
Let's have some fun - Spirit Week is next week in the Secondary School!
Tamarac Secondary School Library is having a Scholastic Book Fair. There are two ways to shop!
In-person
The Book Fair will be in the middle school library from October 19- 23rd. It will be open during lunch and study hall for browsing.
Students can bring cash, credit card or check (made out to Brunswick CSD).
Scholastic is now offering a new, cash-free payment option called eWallet, making it easier for kids to buy books! This is a secure, cash-free way to shop the fair. Simply create a free account, pre-authorize a spending limit, and have funds immediately available. https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/ewallet.html
Online:
Support our school by shopping at The Scholastic Store Online. All orders ship home and book-only orders over $25 ship free. Every purchase benefits our school and helps develop a love of reading! Visit https://www.scholastic.com/bf/tamaracmiddleschool
In-person
The Book Fair will be in the middle school library from October 19- 23rd. It will be open during lunch and study hall for browsing.
Students can bring cash, credit card or check (made out to Brunswick CSD).
Scholastic is now offering a new, cash-free payment option called eWallet, making it easier for kids to buy books! This is a secure, cash-free way to shop the fair. Simply create a free account, pre-authorize a spending limit, and have funds immediately available. https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/ewallet.html
Online:
Support our school by shopping at The Scholastic Store Online. All orders ship home and book-only orders over $25 ship free. Every purchase benefits our school and helps develop a love of reading! Visit https://www.scholastic.com/bf/tamaracmiddleschool
Hey Skiers and boarders, the time is coming soon to join the Tamarac Ski & Board Club!
There will be a mandatory short meeting during 1st period Thursday, October 15th. Middle school students will go to Ms. Findlay’s room 547 and high school students will go to Mr. Mahar's (our new high school advisor) room 540. Ski Club packets will be available for any student interested in joining the club. The club is on a first come first serve basis, so you will want to turn in your 3 papers from your packet and the check for the bus as soon as possible to hold your spot. No monies will be accepted if papers or signatures are missing. Once all the spots are filled, there will be a waitlist.
There will be a mandatory short meeting during 1st period Thursday, October 15th. Middle school students will go to Ms. Findlay’s room 547 and high school students will go to Mr. Mahar's (our new high school advisor) room 540. Ski Club packets will be available for any student interested in joining the club. The club is on a first come first serve basis, so you will want to turn in your 3 papers from your packet and the check for the bus as soon as possible to hold your spot. No monies will be accepted if papers or signatures are missing. Once all the spots are filled, there will be a waitlist.
Winter Sports Season is Coming! ❄️🏀🏃🎳📣🤼
A reminder to all families:
Athlete physicals must be completed on or after 11/01/2025 to be valid for Winter Sports.
Even if you had a physical for Spring or Fall sports, it may no longer meet the requirement for Winter. Please check the date and plan accordingly to avoid any delays in participation.
Thank you for your attention to this matter! — Nurse Bader
518-279-4600 (ext 2426)
518-279-3888 Fax
A reminder to all families:
Athlete physicals must be completed on or after 11/01/2025 to be valid for Winter Sports.
Even if you had a physical for Spring or Fall sports, it may no longer meet the requirement for Winter. Please check the date and plan accordingly to avoid any delays in participation.
Thank you for your attention to this matter! — Nurse Bader
518-279-4600 (ext 2426)
518-279-3888 Fax
Global Pathways is a new program presented by International Center of the Capital Region (ICCR) . ICCR in partnership with Emma Willard School. It is designed to help Rensselaer County high school juniors and seniors explore global perspectives, connect with peers, and develop skills for an increasingly interconnected world.
Program Details:
Who: Rensselaer County high school juniors and seniors
When: October 31, 2026 - May 15, 2027 (Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.)
Where: Emma Willard School
Cost: Free to participating students
Application Deadline: October 24, 2026
Capacity: Up to 45 students
Program Details:
Who: Rensselaer County high school juniors and seniors
When: October 31, 2026 - May 15, 2027 (Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.)
Where: Emma Willard School
Cost: Free to participating students
Application Deadline: October 24, 2026
Capacity: Up to 45 students
🍎 Join Our Team at Tamarac! 🍎
Brunswick Central School District is actively looking for dedicated, enthusiastic individuals to join our community as Substitute Teachers!
Whether you're a certified teacher, a recent graduate, or a community member looking for flexible work hours while making a positive impact on local students, we would love to have you on board.
Why Sub at Tamarac?
🍎 Flexible schedule—work the days that fit your life
🍎 Support and inspire local K–12 students
🍎 Become part of a supportive, welcoming school community
📍 Location: Tamarac Elementary & Secondary Schools (Troy, NY)
📄 How to Apply: Visit our website at brunswickcsd.org/documents/employment-opportunities/97470 to complete an application.
Once completed, applications and inquiries can be submitted directly to Brianna Norton via email at bnorton@brunswickcsd.org. Come make a difference in our schools! Please share or tag anyone who might be interested!
We have some schedule updates for today at the Secondary School:
🗓️ Cheer practice is cancelled today
🗓️ JV girls soccer is cancelled today
🗓️ The modified volleyball match at Berlin - New Lebanon has been postponed and there is no practice today.
🚌 All can go home at 2:15!
🗓️ Cheer practice is cancelled today
🗓️ JV girls soccer is cancelled today
🗓️ The modified volleyball match at Berlin - New Lebanon has been postponed and there is no practice today.
🚌 All can go home at 2:15!
This week's sports schedule!
🧹 Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day to our incredible facilities team at Brunswick CSD! 🐾
Behind every clean hallway, safe classroom, and ready-to-use cafeteria or gym is a team of dedicated hard workers keeping our schools running smoothly every single day. From bright early mornings to late nights after games and events, our custodians do it all for our students, staff, and Tamarac community.
When you see our custodial team in the halls today, make sure to give them a big THANK YOU! drop a message of gratitude in the comments below to let them know how much they mean to Bengal Nation! ❤️🤍
#BrunswickCSD #TamaracBengals #CustodianAppreciationDay #BengalPride #ThankYou
Behind every clean hallway, safe classroom, and ready-to-use cafeteria or gym is a team of dedicated hard workers keeping our schools running smoothly every single day. From bright early mornings to late nights after games and events, our custodians do it all for our students, staff, and Tamarac community.
When you see our custodial team in the halls today, make sure to give them a big THANK YOU! drop a message of gratitude in the comments below to let them know how much they mean to Bengal Nation! ❤️🤍
#BrunswickCSD #TamaracBengals #CustodianAppreciationDay #BengalPride #ThankYou
Work at Tamarac! To see all of our available employment opportunities, including our newest posting for a District Teacher Aide, visit our website: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/documents/employment-opportunities/25051361
Last call - we filled six spots since our last post - can we fill more?! Today is the last day to sign up. If you can't donate, a simple share helps more than you know.
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=tamarac
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=tamarac
The Class of 2029 is helping YOU prepare for the holidays by teaming up with Meadow Farms Fundraising! Using the link below, purchase all of your holiday needs, from wrapping paper to home goods to gifts and delicious treats! 40% of all sales go directly to the Class of 2029.
The fundraiser is set for October 1 - October 30, so don't wait to get in the holiday spirit! Use the following link or QR code on the flyer below to shop: https://shop.meadowfarms.com/tamarac-high-school-class-of-2029-102561
The fundraiser is set for October 1 - October 30, so don't wait to get in the holiday spirit! Use the following link or QR code on the flyer below to shop: https://shop.meadowfarms.com/tamarac-high-school-class-of-2029-102561
