Schenectady High School

Looking for a haircut? Join us on Friday, July 18, at 1:30, in the FA parking lot for a FREE CUT by Bryan from Bricks!

Join us for a Parent Information Session regarding our new cell phone policy for the upcoming school year. We'll cover the 'why' and the 'how,' and answer your questions. See flyer for schedule. Understanding this policy is key to supporting your child's success and focus.

We invite parents, guardians, students, staff, & community members to review and provide feedback on the proposed 2025-26 Code of Conduct. The comment period is open through August 10, 2025 Follow this link: https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/embed.aspx?L=PR6N8DR7D2BLT

We are pleased share the announcement of Mr. Brandon Coon as Cohort Principal of Visual and Performing Arts at Schenectady High School. Please join us in congratulating Mr. C. Read more here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2306756

The 2025-2026 Safety Plan is available for review. The 30-day comment period is open until August 11, 2025. Follow link to review the plan and provides comments or suggestions: https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/embed.aspx?L=PR6N8KR7D2BLT

Reminder There have been changes to the SHS Transportation schedule for summer school & the credit recovery program. The schedule is here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/5860185/SHS_Summer_Transportation_2025_Updated__2_.pdf

We are pleased to share that we are working with Yondr as move toward our phone-free environment. We will be sharing videos, resources & more for you. In the interim, here's a peek at how it works! https://vimeo.com/986781861

IMPORTANT REMINDER If your students rides the bus to school, please be sure that we have your correct address on file. If your address changes over the summer, please contact your child's school to update it. Address changes and daycare forms must be received by August 1.

A phone-free school? Yes, it's the law & phone-free schools have many benefits & is a step in the right direction for student focus, mental health, & genuine connection. #BetterEducation #StudentSuccess https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/cell-phone-policy-2025-2026

Happy Fourth of July! 🎉 We wish you a safe and joyful Independence Day filled with celebration & good company. Today, we celebrate the brave men and women who fought for our freedom. Let's honor their legacy #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #July4th #America"

We're committed to creating the best learning environment for our students! Our new cell phone policy is a big step towards enhancing focus and fostering stronger connections. Have questions? We posted an FAQ page: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/cell-phone-policy-faq

🥪 Summer Meals Kickoff Party 🗓 Monday, June 30 📍Jerry Burrell Park ⏰12-3 p.m.

Don't miss the Jerry Burrell Summer Classic Kick-off Event Today (Friday) at 4 p.m. Jerry Burrell Park

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/district-update-june-27-2025 Have a great weekend and a fabulous summer.

As we wrap up this school year, get ready for a more focused future! 🚀 Our new cell phone policy officially takes effect when we return for the 2025-2026 school year. More here https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/cell-phone-policy-2025-2026 #FocusedLearning #Productivity

In 2025-26: New cell phone policy designed to minimize distractions & maximize learning. Pls read the letter for more info. & visit our website for updates. Family info. sessions will be held this summer. https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/cell-phone-policy-2025-2026

SCSD Families, Please watch for a letter regarding the new Cell Phone Policy which will take effect at the start of the 2025-26 School Year. Info is available on our website: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/cell-phone-policy-2025-2026 Pls keep contact info up to date.

📺 Join us for a livestream of the Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony 🎓 Thursday @ 6p.m. ➡️ https://youtube.com/live/6w1fZZLPPEk

Please click on the link to open Dr. Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/district-update-june-20-2025

Due to the extremely warm temperatures expected next week, we are changing the schedule to half days of school for students in Grades K-8. June 23, 24, 25, 26 and 27 will be a half days of school. Regents will take place at the high school as scheduled.