Reminder: Board of Education Meeting tonight, 6:30 p.m. at Schenectady High School. Livestream link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSGegNuocdQ
Don't miss 518 Common Unity Cup field Games Wed., 4 p.m. at the Mont Pleasant MS Field. Free food, music & more. Supplies given to the first 500 kids. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/2406877/CC78F1D8-69A6-4C3A-894E-7C8248C51A6D.jpeg
Schenectady County has created an online childcare portal for families to apply for assistance. Families who previously didn't qualify for assistance may qualify now. Click on the link for more information and to apply online: https://www.schenectadycounty.com/scc/childcare
Sports schedule this week! #GoPatriots
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Good afternoon and happy Friday. Please click on the link to open Superintendent Soler's brief for the week ending August 26:
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendent-s-brief-august-26-2022
A lot of students will be attending school for the first time in 12 days, so this week they had a chance to visit their schools, meet their teachers and principals, and find their way around the buildings. Check out the photos from Paige, Howe, Lincoln and Keane.
Ellis Family Health Center is hosting a Back-to- School Vaccination Clinic to help children in the community get their school vaccinations. This will be a walk-in service so no appointment is needed. More here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/vaccination-clinic
We are looking for feedback on the SHS Varsity Letter Jacket! Please share your thoughts by completing the survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfX_PGQnefBA3Bvi82kRvulG6RAe1hVca-FCq77de0zezVQcg/viewform
We have posted recommended school supply lists for grades 6-9. You are NOT required to purchase items. The district has purchased supplies & will ensure every student has what they need. List:
https://schenectadycsdny.sites.thrillshare.com/page/middle-school-supply-list
We are pleased to share that on Wednesday evening the Board of Education approved the appointment of Chad Sitts as Principal of Howe Elementary School. More: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/2373724/Appointment_of_Chad_Sitts.pdf
"Eddie Stanley Film Premiere: The Last Shot" will be shown at Proctors on 8/19. This short film follows the story of Eddie Stanley, Jr., an SHS student & basketball star whose life was shortened due to gun violence. More here: https://www.proctors.org/event/last-shot/
BOE MEETING REMINDER: The next meeting of the Board of Education is Wednesday, August 17 in the SHS Auditorium. Please note BOE meeting start time is 6:30 p.m. Livestream available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNEGOahozRg
MLK holds Bridge to Kindergarten event:
The incoming Kindergarteners got to meet their principal, teachers, staff and new friends while touring the school. 📸 Say hello to the newest MLK Lions!
You're invited to this great event! There is transportation available for those who would like to attend. Scan the QR code!
✅ Food
✅ Entertainment
✅ Fun
✅ Games
✅ Student IDs
✅ Community Vendors
ABOUT SCHOOL SUPPLIES
The elementary school supply list serves as a recommended list for those who wish to buy school supplies. You are NOT required to purchase these. The district has purchased supplies and every student will have what they need.
518 Common Unity Cup Presents: Tuesday Night Lights Community Game
4 - 6 p.m. Youth Football Clinic |. 7-9 p.m. Community Game
Flyer: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/2351401/D14CE2B3-49A7-4864-ABDC-D06E26F24EDB.jpeg
School Supply Lists for Grades Pre-K through 5 are posted online: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/2022-2023-elementary-school-supply-lists
The 6th Annual Family Fun Day at Steinmetz Park is tomorrow, 2-3pm. Free! Dancing, face painting, family support, petting zoo, pony rides, hoops contest & more. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/2215114/2022_Family_Fun_Day_Flyer.pdf
Don't miss the City Mission Summer Camp Celebration on August 18, 2022, at Liberty Church.
The fun takes place from 2 - 3:30 p.m. at 1840 Albany St.
The Hamilton Hill Arts Center is partnering with us to bring this Community Fair to Jerry Burrell Park on August, 20, from 2 - 5 in the afternoon.
Come out and enjoy music, vendors, and family fun
