Calling all SCSD middle schoolers! Ready to join our new Ultimate Frisbee team? Use the QR code or the link below to sign up and let’s get playing! 🥏✨
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MLK Elementary School is in a lockout due to police activity in the school community.
All doors are locked and no one can enter the school at this time.
We will let you know when the lockout is lifted.
🔠🎉 The countdown is on! Join us for the District-wide Spelling Bee tomorrow morning at 9 AM at Schenectady County Library. Our elementary and middle school finalists are ready to shine! 🌟
Reminder
Dr. Cotto is holding his monthly Coffee Chat Thursday evening and Friday morning.
Stop by, enjoy a cup of coffee and chat with the superintendent.
Everyone is welcome.
SCSD 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees will be Tony Delgado, Brendan Mitchell & Bob O’Connor. The ceremony is scheduled for 9/15 @ Rivers Casino & Resort. Will also include a Legacy Tribute & Flashback. More: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/1979059
Mark your calendar now! This event will offer many resources and important information.
Bowling season is in full swing! 🎳✨ Check out the colorful and creative artwork by MLK 5th grader Melinda Sardhan! Stay tuned for more amazing artwork representing our sports. One school will win a free field trip courtesy of the transportation department! Great job, Melinda!
The next Board of Education meeting is Wednesday, January 22, 6:30 p.m., 530 Liberty St.
The live-stream link will be posted soon.
As part of our new strategic plan, we proudly recognize Bernice Whiting as our Passionate Person of the Week! Last week, Bernice celebrated an incredible 40 years with the district. Thank you for everything you do to keep our community running smoothly! ⭐
Kicking off our "Board Member of the Week" is Board President Bernice Rivera, who was elected to her third term in 2023. We had the chance to sit down with Bernice to discuss all things SCSD—stay tuned for her full interview this Friday across our social media platforms!🌟
Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! 🌟 Today, we honor the life and legacy of a man who dreamed of a world filled with equality, justice, and love for all. Reflect on his words today and continue working toward the vision he so passionately shared.
We’ll see you back tomorrow! ✨
Reminder
There is no school and district offices are closed tomorrow, Monday, January 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day! We will see you back in school on Tuesday.
🎹 Music Faculty Recital
🗓 Tues, March 18
⏰ 7 pm
📍Oneida MS Auditorium
Donations accepted at door, benefitting SCSD Friends of Music
Good afternoon ... Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending January 17: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/district-update-january-17-2025
Before we kick off our Board Member of the Week feature next week, it's important to first understand the role of the Board of Education. 🏫📚 To learn more about their responsibilities visit the following link: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/about-the-board-of-education
Don't forget the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance Concert is this Sunday at 3pm! Experience live music and honor Dr. King's vision of unity and equality at the Rotterdam Community Center.
🎻CHIME Performance: Amplify our Voices
🗓 Friday, 1/17/25 at 5:30 p.m.
📍 GE Theatre at Proctors
Eff Jan. 27, CDTA Red line, Green Line, & Purple Line will pick up at stops 10 minutes earlier each morning. Students will arrive at school at approx 8 a.m. This change will help stagger the arrival of students & make entry to school quicker. Thank you to CDTA.
📚✨ Don’t miss our District-wide Spelling Bee on Thursday, January 23rd at the Schenectady County Library! Watch as our talented elementary & middle school finalists go head-to-head in an exciting competition! 🏆
Congratulations are in order for Schenectady Fire Departments Chief Mareno! Thank you for 3 decades of serving and protecting our community!
