We’re excited to share the next phase of our secondary report card redesign, which introduces “Ownership of Learning”—a set of academic behaviors that support content mastery. This update includes a proposed grading rubric that outlines how these behaviors will be assessed. Check out the graphics for more details, and if you have any questions, feel free to submit them through Let’s Talk: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/let-s-talk
Get ready for an exciting afternoon of health and wellness at the SCSD 2025 Annual Employee Wellness Fair TOMORROW! 🎉 All SCSD employees are invited to bring their families and explore over 75 vendors offering everything from nutrition to mental health resources!
Today is a day to remember and honor the fallen. Let us take a moment to reflect on their courage. We are forever grateful for their service and sacrifice.
#memorialday
Experience the unexpected with SURPRISE! 🎭—a series of bold, student-written plays from SHS John Sayles School of Fine Arts. Join us May 30–31 for the incredible performances!
Teamwork in action at the Community Schools Conference! 🚸 We highlighted the Walking School Bus and kept the momentum going with collaborative efforts to strengthen both our working and school communities.
🎓 Yesterday, our ECHS students were celebrated by staff and friends in honor of their graduation TODAY! Here are some special moments from the celebration. We are so proud of all they’ve accomplished over the past four years, and we know their future is shining bright! 🌟
Our next Top 10 student feature is Krystal Ragubir! To learn more about Krystal’s reflections, achievements at SHS, and her future plans, click the link to read her featured article. Congratulations, Krystal! 🎓 https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2215413
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/district-update-may-22-2025
REMINDER: Schools and district offices will be closed Friday, May 23 and Monday, May 26.
Have a great weekend.
As part of our strategic plan, we're excited to announce Lisa Longe as our Teacher of the Week! 🎉 Lisa is one of many passionate educators in our district, and we’re so grateful for her the past 22 years teaching elementary music! #passionatepeople
As part of our strategic plan, we proudly recognize Lamar Larkin as our Passionate Person of the Week! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to this district, Lamar!⭐ #passionatepeople
Results of Schenectady City School Budget Vote and School Board Election:
Budget Passed
* 681 Yes votes
* 113 No votes
Cathy Lewis and Vivian Parson were re-elected to three-year terms on the Board of Education
Thank you to Schenectady voters!
REMINDER
Board of Education Meeting
Wednesday, May 21
6:30 p.m.
530 Liberty St.
Livestream link: https://www.youtube.com/live/QJudrBC2b_E
Experience the unexpected with SURPRISE! 🎭—a series of bold, student-written plays from SHS John Sayles School of Fine Arts. Join us May 30–31 for the incredible performances!
Get ready for an exciting afternoon of health and wellness at the SCSD 2025 Annual Employee Wellness Fair! 🎉 All SCSD employees are invited to bring their families and explore over 75 vendors offering everything from nutrition to mental health resources!
Attention Early College High School Seniors! Its time for your graduate breakfast this Thursday at SCCC. Families are welcome. Come celebrate your incredible accomplishments with your ECHS family! 🎓
May's Job Fair is almost here! Join us TOMORROW from 2–4 PM at 530 Liberty to explore exciting opportunities and find your place in the SCSD family. We're hiring for a variety of roles including teachers, security monitors, school safety officers, paraprofessionals, electricians, and more—don’t miss your chance to make a difference! 👥
Here’s another Alumni Profile celebrating our first pillar: student and graduate success! 🌟 Meet Jessica Tyree, SHS Class of 2011, who is now a Senior Probation Officer. Congratulations on your accomplishments!
🗳 Annual budget vote and Board of Ed election - Polls are open now!
🚫 No tax levy increase
🏛 The budget supports the four pillars of the Strategic Plan
🗣 Two Board of Education seats are open
More info here ➡️ https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2180253
Check out some photos from our recent Crisis Intervention Training at the Family Opportunities Center, held this past Saturday! Participants had a valuable opportunity to learn some best strategies for effectively responding to everyday crises through intervention techniques.
📰 In The Daily Gazette
Schenectady school board race: Four candidates compete for two seats
➡️ https://www.dailygazette.com/news/education/schenectady-school-board-candidates/article_add7969d-a2c9-44af-b80f-c239d7cf0ea0.html