Community Bulletin Board

  • Welcome to the Brighton Central School District’s Community Bulletin Board where you can find community related e-flyers and links. Our District works with community non-profit organizations to present information about local activities that have educational, civic, recreational or cultural value for students.  Information posted has been approved for distribution as a public service. The school district does not endorse community information posted here and does not assume responsibility for the activity or the organization. 

    We respectfully request that you do not contact principals and schools in our District directly. If you wish to submit information to share on the Bulletin Board, please email Dan Goldman, Communications Coordinator, at daniel_goldman@bcsd.org. 

    In talking to community non-profit organizations, we learned that some families are not seeing information and flyers on the Community Bulletin Board and in our weekly District eNews. In order to help get the word out about these programs, we’re going to offer limited flyer distribution a few times a year at Council Rock Primary School and French Road Elementary School. The deadlines for submission will be Oct. 11, Jan. 10, March 7, and May 9 and they would be distributed the following week. Flyers must be approved before they are dropped off at schools. Contact Communications Coordinator Dan Goldman at daniel_goldman@bcsd.org for approval and details on how many flyers to print and how to group them for classroom distribution. We will still post community information to the Community Bulletin Board and in the District eNews. 

    Upcoming Events

    Brighton Farmers' Market

    The Brighton Farmers' Market's summer season is open. The Market has returned to the Brighton High School parking lot, 1150 S. Winton Road, on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be new and returning vendors, food trucks, music, special events, and community groups. SNAP and WIC customers are welcome; ask about the SNAP bonus program at the main market tent. Sign up for weekly newsletters at www.brightonfarmersmarket.org, or find the Market on Facebook and Instagram. The Market is sponsored by the Town of Brighton.

    Upcoming Programs

    Brighton Recreation

    There’s lots going on at Brighton Recreation! Adult Basketball, Pickleball, Rock Climbing, Fencing, Horseback Riding, and so much more. Summer Playground Camp Registration is now available, full camp information can be found online. Follow the Recreation Department Facebook Page and check the website for full program details and updates: www.townofbrighton.org/rec or Facebook.com/BrightonRecreation. Upcoming programs include: 

    Summer Basketball Clinic (for ages 8-13): Join Coach DJ and Coach Ramona as they help campers further develop their fundamentals such as passing, dribbling, shooting, and more. There will be age appropriate drills, games, and activities.

    Sports of All Sorts (for ages 8-11): Join Coach DJ and Coach Greer for a camp designed with the sport-oriented youngster in mind. Children will be introduced to a variety of sports such as soccer, flag football, baseball/softball, kickball, basketball, and other backyard games.

    Family Fun Fridays: Join Brighton Rec on Friday nights in July. Family Kickball is July 12 and Family Escape  Room is July 19.

    Brighton Community Education Programs

    Brighton Community Education's Youth Summer Sports Camps and Enrichment Classes will accept registrations all summer long! Starting the last week of school and ending the last week of summer, this K-12 summer program offers something for everyone! Get an introduction to each below, and for complete details like dates, times, fees, and locations, click here. Classes and camps are held at CRPS, TCMS, and BHS. Join us!

    American Sign Language  - Level 1 is an in-person course using an online curriculum, workbook, and readings to teach sign language and Deaf Culture to Twelve Corners Middle School students going into grades 6 – 8 in September. This course will support communication within and among the Deaf community in and outside of school. The class meets at TCMS for two hours daily on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, starting July 8 and meeting until Aug. 15. A group of TCMS teachers took a similar course last year and wanted their students to have access!

    SAT and ACT Prep Boot Camp 

    If you want to build a powerful foundation for SAT and ACT success in just one day, this SAT/ACT Boot Camp is the class for you. Taught by Chariot Learning — Upstate New York's most well-known and respected test prep organization — this SAT/ACT Boot Camp thoroughly reviews the essential reading, writing, math, and test-taking skills and strategies for the most current versions of both exams. We'll also outline the additional content and action steps needed for greater progress toward the highest test scores. You do not have to be a BHS student to register! 

    Writing Your College Application Essay (Class of 2025 students)

    Many members of Brighton's Class of 2025 are beginning their college search. The college application process, composing the college essay, in particular, may be overwhelming. This enrichment class is designed to help students write a college essay, generate ideas for short answer questions, and provide an overview of addressing the entire college application. Students will read and critique model essays, receive written feedback on work, and have a one-on-one conference time with the instructor. Listen, learn, write, conference, edit, and complete at least one full essay in five days, all before the start of college application deadlines. Students must attend Brighton High School to register for this class. Additional October class sessions are in the K - 12th Grade Enrichment School Year section on the Home screen at brightonschools.revtrak.net

    Study Skills for High School Students

    This class offers tips and suggestions on helpful study skills for high school students. These skills include time management, material organization, learning methods, active listening, and active reading skills —  all skills students need to succeed in high school. Students who have enrolled in the class in previous years have attested to its value. You do not have to be a Brighton High School student to register. The class is open to students entering grades 9 – 12 in September.

    Kids Yoga Club 
    Join us for Yoga Club, designed for students going into 1st and 2nd grade in September. Classes will weave together fun yoga poses, breathing exercises, music, games, stories, and other sensory-integrated activities to promote flexibility, strength, and mindfulness. Children should wear comfortable clothes. Mats will be provided. Kids Yoga Club meets in the CRPS Motor Room. If you have any child-specific questions about this camp, please contact the camp director at ali_gaenzle@bcsd.org
     
    Bruins Tennis Camp
    Bruins Tennis Camp is designed for youth in grades 1 - 8. All skill levels are welcome. Campers will split into small groups according to skill levels to ensure maximum repetition. Daily activities include drills, games, and, depending on the player's skill level, some match play. Our main goal is to have fun while learning and practicing tennis. Brighton varsity tennis coach Stephen Falter runs the camp. You can contact the coach with any questions you have at CoachFalter@gmail.com. 
     
    Baseball & Softball Academy
    The Baseball and Softball Academy is running its 24th year of summer skills and development camp. Each session offers a unique perspective of baseball and softball through developmentally appropriate, fun, and engaging activities. A sequential breakdown of hitting fundamentals focuses on each age group's development. With a low staff-to-camper ratio, your child receives the attention and repetitions they deserve. Specific sports fitness is a focus during skills stations and warm-ups. Camp is designed for students entering kindergarten through 8th grade in September. Our coaches emphasize love for the game during camp through fun and engaging activities. If you have questions, please contact the camp director at coachwazz@yahoo.com. 
     
    Brighton Youth Basketball Camps and Clinics
    Brighton Youth Basketball Camp is for boys and girls entering grades 2 - 8 in September. The camp meets for two hours daily and runs for five consecutive days. Boys and girls will be combined for drills and separated for gameplay. Players will receive coaching on developing basketball fundamentals such as passing, dribbling, defense, rebounding, and shooting. Age-appropriate drills, activities, and games will be used to train players. The camp's goal is to encourage young players to continue playing basketball and developing their skills in a fun environment so they can become future Bruins! The clinics are separate one-day-only sessions that meet for two hours and are offered to students in grades 1 – 6. 

    Brighton Youth Football Camp

    Brighton Youth Football Camp is designed to develop excitement and appreciation for the game of football. We will provide structured development of the fundamental skills and techniques needed to compete at the youth/middle school level successfully. Players will be able to learn base schemes from the Brighton Varsity/JV coaching staff and players, with one-on-one attention from current and graduated Varsity football players. The camp will be held rain or shine. In the event of thunder/lightning, we will move indoors to our locker room and notify families if camp is to end early. The participant should wear athletic clothing and bring cleats and sneakers, football gloves (if needed), water/water bottle, and sunscreen. 

     TCMS and BHS Athletic Team Camps 
    JV and Varsity Football Team (2 camps)
    JV and Varsity Girls Basketball
    JV and Varsity Boys Basketball
    Modified Boys Soccer
     

    Register at https://brightonschools.revtrak.net. If you have any questions, contact Brighton Community Education at mona_zamiarski@bcsd.org or 585-242-5200 ext. 5595

    Brighton Fire Department Volunteer Information 

    The Brighton Fire Department is a combination department, meaning they rely on the skills of both career and volunteer firefighters. As a combination department, Brighton Fire is looking for more community members to become volunteer firefighters. No experience is required! The only things you must have to be a great firefighter are time to give and an eagerness to learn. If that sounds like you, you could be their newest star recruit! They strongly believe that anyone can be a good firefighter, regardless of their gender, race, age, sexual orientation, or any other identity. They recognize the responsibility the fire service has to progress  diversity, equity, and inclusion. They are committed to building a fire department that reflects our vibrant community. If you want more information, view the flyer, email join@brightonfd.org or visit www.brightonfd.org/join. 

    Brighton Memorial Library Programs

    The Brighton Memorial Library has a number of programs available for all ages. Click here to see the June programs.

    4-H Camp

    4-H Camp Bristol Hills accepts children ages 5-16, regardless of 4-H membership or county of residence. They offer a wide variety of programs for day and overnight camping options. Day camps all include breakfast and lunch, and overnight camps include all meals and snacks. Campers staying overnight are welcome to request a bunk mate, and as long as both campers request one another, they are of the same gender, and within 24 months of age of one another, they are generally able to accommodate these requests. Check out their full 2024 camp brochure for more information.

    Host Families Needed for Japanese Exchange

    The States' 4-H International Exchange program in New York is in need of host families for its Japanese delegates from July 22 through Aug. 15. Host families must have a bed for the delegate and a sibling of the same gender within three years of age of the delegate you host. View the flyer for more information. If you're interested, apply by clicking here.

    Women in Tech - Growing Self eSTEAM Camp

    NYSCATE is hosting a regional STEAM camp for girls in grades 4-6. The camp is from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 23 at Bay Trail Middle School in Penfield. The camp costs $75. Click here for more information.

    Volunteers Needed for AutismUp iCanBikeCamp

    AutismUp is presenting an iCanBike Camp July 15-19 at the Golisano Training Center located on the Nazareth University campus. The week-long camp teaches individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other disabilities, to ride a conventional bike without training wheels. Specialized, adaptive cycling equipment is utilized by certified instructors and an army of volunteer spotters that build confidence, skill and ultimately, success. With a nearly 100% success rate, the program changes the lives of children and teens by teaching them a skill that builds self-confidence, provides an inclusive recreation opportunity with peers, and encourages a lifetime of fun and exercise. The riding sessions will be 1 hour and 15 minutes long, ranging between 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We would hope for volunteers to be consistent throughout the week. Potential volunteers can email mdimartin@autismup.org with any additional questions or inquiries. Or, visit their website for information and volunteer applications: https://autismup.org/events/icanbike-camp 

    Community Resources:

    Boy Scouts/Cub Scouts: www.beascout.org
    Brighton Baseball www.brightonbaseball.org/
    Brighton Community Education: www.bcsd.org/communityeducation
    Brighton Girls Lacrosse Club: www.brightongirlslacrosse.org.uslaxteams.com
    Brighton Junior Bruins Football and Cheerleading: www.brightonjrbruins.org/
    Brighton Lacrosse Club http://brightonlax.com/
    Brighton Rowing Club and summer Learn-to-Row Camps http://www.brightoncrew.org/
    Brighton Soccer http://www.brightonsoccer.com/
    Girl Scouts http://www.gswny.org/

    Town of Brighton Resources:

    Town of Brighton Website http://www.townofbrighton.org/index.aspx
    Brighton Farmers' Market http://www.brightonfarmersmarket.org/
    Brighton Police Department http://www.townofbrighton.org/index.aspx?nid=221
    Brighton Memorial Library http://www.brightonlibrary.org/
    Brighton Senior Adult Program http://www.townofbrighton.org/index.aspx?NID=363
    Brighton Recreation, Parks and Community Service  https://www.townofbrighton.org/220/Recreation-and-Parks

    The District does not endorse any organizations or individuals outside of the Brighton Central School District. These resources are for informational purposes only.