Great Turnout for SHS 1st ever Trunk or Treat
3 months ago, LaShanda Blanks
SHS Trunk or Treat 2025
SHS Trunk or Treat 2025
SHS Trunk or Treat 2025
SHS Trunk or Treat 2025
SHS Trunk or Treat 2025
SHS Trunk or Treat 2025
3 months ago, Schenectady High School Communications

🌾 Farm to School Month wrapped up yesterday, we celebrated with a range of events including Farmer Pop Up Markets at multiple buildings, where fresh local produce from our school gardens and local farms was distributed along with yummy jam from Soul Fire Farm, pickling, cider pressing and seed to loaf lessons with elementary and middle school students, and a Big Apple Crunch at Yates Elementary School, where more than 400 students took a bite out of a local apple during their assembly!

4 months ago, District Communications
Farm to school month
Farm to school month
Farm to school month
Farm to school month
Farm to school month
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-october-31-2025

Happy Halloween! Have a great weekend.
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Superintendent's Update
Friday November 7th
Schenectady High School
On the plaza in the loop
2:30 until gone
4 months ago, LaShanda Blanks
Pop Up & Shop Friday November 7th Schenectady High School On the plaza in the loop  2:30 until gone
Spread the word about the Pumpkin Smash happening this Sunday at SHS fields
This Sunday November 2nd Schenectady High School Fields.
4 months ago, LaShanda Blanks
2025 PUMPKIN SMASH spread the word about the Pumpkin Smash happening this Sunday at SHS fields
🎨 The district's Traveling Art Show opened last week at Schenectady City Hall. The collection of student artwork on display is a powerful testament to the creativity and talent of our artists.
4 months ago, District Communications
traveling art show
traveling art show
traveling art show
traveling art show
traveling art show
traveling art show
traveling art show
traveling art show
traveling art show
traveling art show
We understand that many families in our community are worried about upcoming changes to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

We are here to help. Each of our schools has a small food pantry. Reach out to your school parent liaison for support.

Please find a list of school and community resources here: https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/Scsd/bb513c1e-878c-4b50-bf0b-9902f5603f53/Food-Resources.pdf?disposition=inline
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Food Resources
Come join us @ Freshman Academy October 29th 5-7pm for the ABC (Anything But Candy) Trunk or Treat.
4 months ago, LaShanda Blanks
Come join us  @ Freshman Academy October 29th  5-7pm  for the  ABC (Anything  But Candy) Trunk or Treat
4 months ago, Schenectady High School Communications

Students from Big Picture Learning enjoyed fall fun at Liberty Ridge Farm in Schaghticoke, NY! 🍁🎃 Leaving to Learn takes students out of the classroom for real world experiences.

4 months ago, District Communications
Leaving to Learn
Leaving to Learn
Leaving to Learn
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-october-24-2025

Have a great weekend.
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Superintendent's Update
Dear Parents & Guardians.,
We are excited to invite you to join tour Parent Empowerment Group at Schenectady High School. This group is designed to give parents & guardians a voice, build stronger connections with the school
community both inside and outside the classroom. Together, we can create a supportive environment that
fosters the success and well-being of our students. By participating in the Parent Empowerment Group, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with educators, share valuable insights, and contribute to meaningful change within our school.
We believe that every parent and guardian play a crucial role in shaping the educational journey of their children. Your involvement can help us achieve our shared goals of nurturing academic excellence and
emotional resilience in our students. Whether you're looking to learn new strategies for home support or eager to engage more deeply with the school community, this group is the perfect platform to start.
We look forward to seeing you at our first meeting and embarking on this empowering journey together.
WHY JOIN?
Learn strategies to support your student’s academic and personal growth
Connect with other parents and share experiences
Gain tools to strengthen family and school partnerships
Have a say in creating a positive school culture
4 months ago, LaShanda Blanks
JOIN US FOR A (1)
🏟Fall sports will be wrapping up over the next few weeks which means the Winter season will begin soon.
Make sure you've registered ➡️ https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/schenectady-winter-athletics-2025-2026
4 months ago, District Communications
boys volleyball
Modified Soccer
modified soccer
Happy Unity Day! 🧡

Today, let's celebrate what brings us together and stand against bullying. Unity Day is all about showing that we are stronger, kinder, and more vibrant when we include everyone.

Bullying thrives in silence. Let's make noise by wearing and sharing orange to show our commitment to a world where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued.

#UnityDay #WearOrange #ChooseKindness #BullyingPrevention #StrongerTogether #MakeADifference
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Unity Day
Come Out & Join us for a Fun Family Night of BINGO!!!
November 18th , 5:30 pm
SHS Cafe
Entrance FA Wing
4 months ago, LaShanda Blanks
SHS  Parent Empowerment Center invites you  to a night of Family Bingo, Friday November 21st 2025 5:30 pm in SHS Cafe , Entrance FA Wing , Prizes & Raffles
BOYS LACROSSE MINI-CAMP ALERT 🚨

Ready to take your game to the next level ? Join us for three days of camp in November.

Beginners welcome!

🗓️ Dates: November 10, 12, & 13

👦Grades: 7th - 12th

📍 Location: Schenectady HS Turf Field

Don't miss out!

#LacrosseMiniCamp #BoysLax #SkillDevelopment #GrowTheGame
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Boys Lacrosse Camp
Day 2 of School Bus Safety Week focuses on Safe Stops and the Danger Zone 🛑🚌.

The most critical time for students is when they are getting on or off the bus. This area around the bus is known as the Danger Zone because the bus driver may not be able to see children there.
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
School Bus Safety Week

Fantastic news for high school seniors!

🚨 ATTENTION SENIORS: SUNY FREE APPLICATION WEEKS ARE HERE!

Great news for your college application journey! Beginning Monday, October 20, and running through November 3, SUNY is waiving application fees for all high school seniors.

This is your chance to apply to up to five SUNY campuses completely for free!

Whether you are applying through the SUNY Application, the Common Application, or the Coalition Application, you can participate in this special window. Don't miss this opportunity to save money and expand your options.

Key Details:

What: Apply to up to 5 SUNY Campuses for FREE.

When: October 20 – November 3.

How: This fee waiver is automatically applied regardless of the application platform you use.

Ready to take the next step? Find all the details and start your applications today at: www.suny.edu/apply

Go get those applications submitted! 🌟

4 months ago, SCSD Communication
SUNY's Free Application Weeks
Happy Diwali! ✨

Wishing everyone celebrating the Festival of Lights a joyous and prosperous day. May your home be filled with the warmth of love, the sparkle of joy, and the light of hope.

Shubh Deepawali! 🙏

#Diwali #FestivalofLights #ShubhDeepawali #Happiness
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Happy Diwali