Join us for our Stuff Your Own Animal Event on April 22 from 4:00–5:30 PM 🧸💛
Pick your animal, add an outfit, and create a memory! Fun for the whole family—cash & cards accepted!
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-april-17-2026
Have a great weekend.
Join us for the 2026 Employee Wellness Fair
Monday, May 4
3 - 6 p.m.
Proctors, 432 State St.
We hope everyone had a restful and rejuvenating Spring Recess. We’ve missed our students, and we’re ready for a fantastic final stretch of the school year!
Success starts with being here. Let’s start the week strong. We can't wait to see everyone in class today.
# projectbehere #SchenectadyRising #AttendanceMatters #WelcomeBack
We hope our students, families, and staff had a wonderful and restful Spring Recess. It’s time to gear up for the final stretch of the school year.
Success starts with being here. Let’s start the week strong by arriving on time and ready to learn tomorrow, Monday, April 13.
#projectbehere #SCSDStrong #AttendanceMatters #WelcomeBack
🐼 We want to hear from YOU, Paige families! 💬
Take a few minutes to complete the Schenectady City School District Culture & Climate Survey—anonymous & no login needed!
📱 Scan the QR code or click here:
👉 https://hanover-research.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7O37dKbkZWEff1k
The Pre-K lottery application window is currently open, but it closes soon. To be included, you must complete your registration by Monday, April 13, 2026
📝 Eligibility Requirements
To apply, families must reside within the Schenectady City School District. Age requirements are as follows:
3-Year-Old Program: Child must be 3 on or before December 1, 2026.
4-Year-Old Program: Child must be 4 on or before December 1, 2026.
Note: Children already eligible for Kindergarten this fall are not eligible for the 4-year-old UPK program.
🗳️ How it Works
Admission is determined via a random lottery. During the application, families will have the opportunity to rank their preferred locations.
Lottery Draw Date: May 1, 2026
Post-Lottery Registration: Applications received after April 13 will be processed on an ongoing basis for any remaining spots.
🔗 Ready to Register?
Don't wait! Ensure your child has a chance at a spot by starting the process today.
👉 Click Here For More Information & to Register for the 2026-2027 UPK Program: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/prekindergarten
📣🐼 Stay connected, Paige Panda Families! 🐼📣
Our latest Paige Panda Family Update is here—packed with important news, upcoming events, and helpful resources to keep your family informed and engaged! 💛💙
👉 Read the update: https://tinyurl.com/bdhemsze
📝 Share your voice by completing our Family Survey: https://tinyurl.com/37r9ffxa
Our April Newsletter is here—packed with important updates, testing dates, celebrations, and highlights from our amazing Panda Leaders! 💙💛
Stay informed, stay connected, and see all the great things happening at Paige!
👉 Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/4udjcam5
Have a great weekend and recess .
We will see you on Monday, April 13.
We’re almost to Spring Recess, but we aren't there yet. Let’s finish the week strong and show up tomorrow to make this final day count. We can’t wait to see everyone in school before we head out for the break.
#projectbehere
📅 Mark Your Calendars
Just a reminder that there will be no school on Friday, April 3 (Good Friday).
District offices will also be closed.
Spring Recess runs from April 6 through April 10.
Enjoy the time off, stay safe, and have a great recess. ☀️
Hello Paige Panda Families 💙🐼
Our “Moms Take Your Child to School Day” event has been postponed to a later date. We’re working to reschedule and will share the new date soon.
Thank you for your understanding—we’ll keep you updated!
📣🐼 Stay connected, Paige Panda Families! 🐼📣
Our latest Paige Panda Family Update is here—packed with important news, upcoming events, and helpful resources to keep your family informed and engaged! 💛💙
👉 Read the update: https://tinyurl.com/4fy6knsd
📝 Share your voice by completing our Family Survey: https://tinyurl.com/37r9ffxa
Have a great weekend.
