When questions or 'didn't knows' come up, we know there are probably others who have the same questions or don't knows. We want to make sure you have the info you need & that you are aware & have access to resources & supports for your family and child. #2030StrategicPlan
We are currently looking to hire a 5th grade teacher immediately. If you are interested in joining our team, please follow this link: https://schenectady.recruitfront.com/JobPosting?JID=59872
Here’s another Alumni Profile, highlighting our first pillar: student and graduate success! 🌟 Meet Brian Rakvica, SHS Class of 1992, currently the Global Remediation and Environmental Affairs Manager at Syngenta Group. Congratulations on your continued success, Brian! 🎉
Attention parents! 📚✨ We have several pre-k spots available for your 4-year-olds. Register now using this link: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/prekindergarten
Did you know every student in our district (Pe-K - Grade 12) has access to a school counselor? Counselors are available to support students in many ways. Counselor directory: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/school-counselor-directory
#studentandgraduatesuccess
As part of our new strategic plan, we're excited to announce Dana Russo as our very first Teacher of the Week! 🎉 Dana is one of many passionate educators in our district, and we’re so grateful for her 25 incredible years of teaching students to become better readers! 📚
🚨REMINDER, there will be no school on Wednesday, January 29, for students and 10-month employees. The district offices will be open and it will be a regular work day for 12-month employees. 🐍
Beginning tomorrow (Monday) students who ride CDTA Red line, Green Line and Purple Line will be picked up at their stops ten minutes earlier than the current time. Students will arrive at school at approximately 8 a.m.
If you're free this morning, come by the Family Opportunities Center for a fun day of literacy activities to support your kids' learning! The event kicks off at 10am—hope to see you there! 📚
Happy Friday ... Please click on the link to open Dr. Cotto's video update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/district-update-january-24-2025
Have a great weekend.
#schenectadyrising
Interested in playing baseball? Opportunities for students of all ages and grade levels.
Please complete this interest form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gQN7Z-F_AoS-7i3dsKIsc-87TSdHjrQsqq8uoc7-bnA/viewform?edit_requested=true&pli=1
Join us at Girls Inc. on January 31st at 5:30pm for a fun-filled evening of karaoke and ice cream! Don’t miss out on the laughter, music, and sweet treats! 🎤🍦
Check out another colorful and creative piece by MLK 5th grader Keriona Johnson-Madison! Stay tuned for more amazing artwork representing our sports. One school will win a free field trip courtesy of the transportation department! Great job, Keriona! 🎳
Thank you to the SCSD Education Foundation more than $63,000 in classroom grants awarded to teachers this year. Another example of community partnerships that support our teachers and students. This was highlighted in the Daily Gazette High Notes today: https://www.dailygazette.com/opinion/high-notes-kids-challenge-for-heart-defects-autism-grants-funds-for-teachers/article_4f053e0a-d9bb-11ef-aa3d-2b1a5e496137.html
#partnershipswithfamiliesandcommunity
Check out these highlights from Dr. Cotto’s recent visits to Keane and Zoller! 🚀 Don’t miss the third slide for a sneak peek at his latest intergalactic adventure... Hope everyone had an awesome week! ✨
Everyone is invited to Family Literacy Day on Saturday, January 25, 10 a.m. at 120 Emmons St.
Click on the link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSch6zscfH2k4QZM3dHrxjOB0soZ7wQGe-B3XIXH4NnzYCNzYw/viewform
We hope to see you there.
Today was our annual spelling bee for grades 6-8! 🐝 Congrats to all finalists for an incredible job, and a special shoutout to our winners: 1st place Gibson Morris (OMS), 2nd place Priya Goberdhan (MLK), and 3rd place Ashton Persaud (Van)! Your hard work truly paid off! 🏆
🍎Pamela Eighmie was recognized by the Board of Education as 2025 Teacher of the Year at last night's board meeting. #PassionatePeople
Reminder
Beginning Monday, January 27, students who ride CDTA Red line, Green Line and Purple Line will be picked up at their stops ten minutes earlier than the current time. Students will arrive at school at approximately 8 a.m.
The lockout at MLK is lifted. Thank you for your patience.
