Brighter Choice Charter Elementary Schools

Today we held our Grades 3-5 Father Daughter Breakfast and we’re so grateful to all the Dads, Step Dads,Grandpas, Uncles, Brothers and Cousins that came to spend the morning with their scholars! I think those smiles say it all 😉💙

Today we took our 5th graders on a special field trip to celebrate their last year at BCCSG. It was a beautiful day without a cloud in the sky and the girls really enjoyed the time we spent together. Thank you for a wonderful field trip!

From the Desk of Principal Mclean…

Dear Brighter Choice Families and Community,

After 13 rewarding years serving as Principal of BCCS Boys, I will be transitioning out of this role.

This decision did not come easily, but with time and reflection, I know that part of leadership is recognizing when it is time to pass the baton and allowing new leadership to continue the important and meaningful work that has been built together. As I reflect on my journey, I am incredibly proud not only of the work we have accomplished together, but also of the tremendous growth I have experienced personally and professionally during my 13 years as principal.

Next school year, BCCS Boys will welcome Mr. George Borum as the school’s leader. Mr. Borum brings nearly 20 years of charter school experience in Albany-area schools and a strong record of leadership in academics, school culture, and scholar development. Additional communication and opportunities to meet Mr. Borum will be shared with our Brighter Choice Community in the coming weeks.

Serving the scholars, families, and staff of BCCS Boys has been one of the greatest honors of my professional life. While this chapter is ending, I look forward with optimism and gratitude to what the next chapter will bring for BCCS-Boys.

With heartfelt appreciation,
Karen Mclean

🎨✨ You’re Invited to the BCCS-B Art Show! ✨🎨

Come celebrate the creativity and talent of our amazing scholars at the Brighter Choice Charter Schools for Boys Art Show! 🖌️🎭

📅 Thursday, May 28th
🕠 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 BCCS-B: 116 N Lake Ave Albany, NY 12206

See Flyer for More Details!

Throwback Day understood the assignment… and we did NOT come to play! 📼🕺✨

Whether it was the 70s, 80s, 90s, or early 2000s, the creativity was unmatched and the energy was everything. 😎📸

Today we held our annual Diversity Day Parade!!! We apologize if you got caught in traffic as we shut down Central Ave for a couple of minutes. It was a perfect day to show Albany that our Diversity doesn’t divide us, it only makes us stronger. Thank you to all the families who came out and marched with us. We are so proud of all the different cultures that are represented at Brighter Choice! 🌎✨💪🏾

Did you know BCCS-G outperformed 6 Capital Region City School Districts in the NYS English & Mathematics Exams?! What’s our magic formula? Come find out for yourself! Join us for our Open House Princess Party! Tour our historic school, meet our staff, and have some fun! Now accepting K – 5 applications. Spots limited. Apply today!

🌍🎉 BCCS Community! Join Us for Our Diversity Day Parade! 🎉🌍

We are excited to celebrate the many cultures, traditions, and backgrounds that make our school community so special!

📅 Date: May 22nd
⏰ Families Arrive: 9:20 AM
📍 Location: At Your Scholar's School

Families are invited to dress in clothing that reflects their culture, heritage, or background and walk alongside us in our Diversity Day Parade. Together, we will celebrate the differences that make each of us unique and beautiful.

We look forward to honoring the diversity, unity, and pride within our school community. Come celebrate with us! ❤️

It’s Diversity Week here at BCCSG! Today we had our Dine with Diversity Assembly where scholars got to try foods from Yemen, Pakistan, Mexico, Haiti and Guyana. Huge thank you to our kitchen staff for creating an amazing tasting menu!!