Power has been restored to Howe Elementary School.
Do you know what the five safety protocols are? Check out this graphic to understand what each one means when you receive the notification. For an in-depth video on the protocols and safety at SCSD, click this link: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2014190
There is a power outage at Howe Elementary School and in the school community. National Grid is working to restore the power. We anticipate that it will be back on shortly but will keep you updated.
The Black Family Wellness Expo is taking place today!
Everyone is invited.
We're excited to invite you to the Black Family Wellness Expo at the High School tomorrow from 12-3 PM. This is a FREE, open-to-all event celebrating health, wellness, and community. Don’t miss out on this rewarding experience! ✨
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Cotto's video update: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/district-update-march-13-2025
Reminder: There is no school Friday, March 14 and district offices are closed!
Happy Holi!
Our second annual monster project has begun! 🎨 Our high school ceramics students are shaping clay creatures based on drawings from one lucky elementary school's 1st graders. The high schoolers will gift over 80 monsters to the young artists in May. Way to go students!
As part of our strategic plan, we're excited to announce Krystal Pashley as our Teacher of the Week! 🎉 Krystal is one of many passionate educators in our district, and we’re so grateful for her the past 18 years teaching 3rd grade at Zoller! #passionatepeople
Don’t miss the chance to see our students shine at the 2025 ESYO Playathon at Crossgates Mall this Saturday! 🎶 Arrive before 12:10 to catch all the magic ✨. This event is free to attend, but donations and fundraising details can be found here: https://esyo.org/playathon/
Secondary principals and department leaders came together today for a morning of collaboration and discussion. Among the many topics on the agenda was the complex and important work of master scheduling.
#studentandgraduatesuccess #passionatepeople #efficientsystemsandresources
Attention families! 📢 Pre-k applications are now available. The link to apply along with all the information you need to know is found through this link: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/prekindergarten
As part of our new strategic plan, we proudly recognize Alex Torres as our Passionate Person of the Week! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to this district, Alex!⭐ #passionatepeople
This morning we learned that a threat to shoot a school was posted on TikTok last night. No SCSD schools were named. Sch'dy Police identified where the threat came from& who made the threat. A 13-year old was arrested & charged.
COMMUNITY EVENT
Congressman Tonko is holding a Town Hall on March 17, 6 p.m. at Schenectady High School.
*** Pre-Registration is required!***
You won’t want to miss this! 🎶 Music faculty from across the district are coming together for a special recital at Oneida Middle School next week. Join us with your family on March 18 at 7 PM to experience the incredible talent our district has to offer! 🌟
📢 Attention word wizards! 📚 Get ready to showcase your vocabulary skills at our 5th annual Scrabble tournament, benefiting Reading is Fun! Every dollar raised will help provide books for children ages 4-9 in our reading program. This event will take place in the cafeteria.
The SCSD Culture and Climate survey closes on Friday. If you haven't participated, please click on the link to participate now: https://hanover-research.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cZO3Jt6r5fmRmHs
Everyone in the SCSD school community is invited to share your feedback.
Here’s another Alumni Profile celebrating our first pillar: student and graduate success! 🌟 Meet Michael Lotano , SHS Class of 2000, who is now a Music Teacher and
Professional Musician. Congratulations on all your accomplishments!
A Board of Education Work Session is scheduled for Wednesday, March 12, 6:30 p.m., 530 Liberty St.
Live -stream link: https://www.youtube.com/live/OF8F-ZuaLpU
College can be a significant financial commitment and a source of stress for both students and families, but it doesn't have to be. Counseling services are available to assist with filling out your FAFSA and alleviating some of that stress. Contact your counselor today! For more information, scan the QR code or use this link: 📲 https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/1383061
