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David Bertram named Director of Student Engagement and Athletics
Fort Plain CSD welcomes David Bertram as the new Director of Student Engagement and Athletics. He was appointed at the July 14, 2022, Board of Education meeting.
Bertram joins the Fort Plain Central School District having served public education for many years in assignments as an elementary teacher, boys varsity basketball and tennis coach and as an administrator. His resume includes professional experiences at Cooperstown Central School District and most recently, as the Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics for Mohonasen Central School District.
Bertram stated, “I am extremely excited to start my new adventure as a Hilltopper. There is a rich tradition at Fort Plain and together we will continue to work on delivering the best possible experience for our students.”
Mr. Betram is a proven, effective coach having led the boys varsity basketball and tennis teams at Cooperstown CSD to win many sectional and league titles including two trips to the NYS final four for both basketball and tennis.
Superintendent Crisman said, “Mr. Bertram’s diverse experiences in education, from classroom to coaching, made him the ideal candidate for this new position. He will bring a breadth of knowledge to the job and possesses strong leadership skills. The position’s responsibilities will focus on strengthening the overall student experience by giving enhanced attention and support to our co curricular, extracurricular and athletic programs K-12. In addition, Mr. Bertram will provide mentoring to new or novice athletic coaches.”
Mr. Bertram will begin employment with the District on July 18, 2022. To reach David Bertram, please contact the Main Office in the Jr./Sr. High School or email him at david.bertram@fortplain.org.
Media coverage:
Daily Gazette: Bertram takes over as Fort Plain athletic director; served at Mohonasen for 2 years
Special meeting of the Board of Education set for July 14 at 6 p.m.
Please note that the Fort Plain Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Thursday, July 14, 2022, beginning at 6 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room to discuss personnel issues.
Board of Education meeting set for Jan. 19
The Fort Plain Board of Education will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 19 from 6-7 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room. Masks are required to attend.
The meeting will also be virtual via Google Meet, if anyone wishes to join remotely:
- Video call link: https://meet.google.com/add-neyc-xyt
- Or dial: (US) +1 484-367-5482 PIN: 892 342 121#
Superintendent’s message about COVID-19 case
January 20, 2021
Dear Members of the Fort Plain Schools Community:
We learned on Wednesday, January 20, that a member of our school community at Fort Plain Jr-Sr High School has tested positive for COVID-19.
The district is working closely with the Montgomery County Public Health Department, and they are advising on any necessary quarantine. Please note that the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other privacy laws restrict us from disclosing or confirming any personally identifiable information. We cannot identify anyone who has tested positive.
We will continue to work closely with the health department and keep you advised of any further information. Our goal remains to keep our schools open and safe for students and staff alike.
Please contact my office with any questions. Thank you.
Sincerely,
John Bishop
Superintendent of Schools
Superintendent’s message about COVID-19 case
January 18, 2021
Dear Members of the Fort Plain Schools Community:
We learned on Monday, January 18, that three members of our school community have tested positive for COVID-19. There is one case at the high school and two at Harry Hoag. All those impacted for contact tracing have been contacted directly.
The district is working closely with the Montgomery County Public Health Department, and they are advising on any necessary quarantine. Please note that the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other privacy laws restrict us from disclosing or confirming any personally identifiable information. We cannot identify anyone who has tested positive.
We will continue to work closely with the health department and keep you advised of any further information. Our goal remains to keep our schools open and safe for students and staff alike. Please contact my office with any questions. Thank you.
Sincerely,
John Bishop
Superintendent of Schools