October is National School Principal Month! 🍎 Today, we celebrate our principals and assistant principals—the cornerstones of our district.
They are visionary leaders who tirelessly manage, inspire, and foster safe, rigorous, and positive environments for every student.
Please join us in thanking these incredible school leaders.
#ThankAPrincipal #SchoolLeadership #PrincipalMonth
They are visionary leaders who tirelessly manage, inspire, and foster safe, rigorous, and positive environments for every student.
Please join us in thanking these incredible school leaders.
#ThankAPrincipal #SchoolLeadership #PrincipalMonth
Time to celebrate our unsung heroes! 🎉
Today is National Custodian Appreciation Day, and we are shining the spotlight on our incredible Custodial Services Team.
They are the indispensable backbone of our schools, working tirelessly—often before the sun rises and long after it sets—to ensure our facilities are safe, healthy, and welcoming for every student and staff member.
From rigorous sanitation and maintenance to setting up for every assembly and event, their dedication is the foundation of our positive learning environment. Thank you for your unwavering professionalism and commitment.
Please drop a quick "thank you" to your school custodians and cleaners today.
#CustodianAppreciationDay #SchoolHeroes #ThankACustodian #OurCommunity
Early Dismissal Drill on Friday, October 3
This is a reminder about our upcoming annual "Go Home Early Drill," a practice required by New York State every year.
On Friday, October 3, 2025, all students will be dismissed from school 15 minutes early. The goal of this drill is to test our transportation and communication systems so they can operate smoothly in a real emergency.
More info: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2446363
This is a reminder about our upcoming annual "Go Home Early Drill," a practice required by New York State every year.
On Friday, October 3, 2025, all students will be dismissed from school 15 minutes early. The goal of this drill is to test our transportation and communication systems so they can operate smoothly in a real emergency.
More info: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2446363
So excited to see everyone for our Fall Fest! We are also excited to have our community partners joining us!
Hey Van Fam,
Happy Fall Y'all! Come join us for some coffee, connections, and conversations. Please sign up with the QR code or the link (https://bit.ly/VANCC25)! We hope to see you there!
Happy Fall Y'all! Come join us for some coffee, connections, and conversations. Please sign up with the QR code or the link (https://bit.ly/VANCC25)! We hope to see you there!
Just a reminder that we have Fall Fest this Thursday and an Early Release Drill on Friday. For both days, there will be no after school program. Hope to see everyone Thursday at the Fall Fest!
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week:
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-26-2025
Have a great weekend.
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-26-2025
Have a great weekend.
Early Dismissal Drill on Friday, October 3
This is a reminder about our upcoming annual "Go Home Early Drill," a practice required by New York State to ensure our School Emergency Management Plan is effective.
On Friday, October 3, 2025, all students will be dismissed from school 15 minutes early. The goal of this drill is to test our transportation and communication systems so they can operate smoothly in a real emergency.
More info: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2446363
This is a reminder about our upcoming annual "Go Home Early Drill," a practice required by New York State to ensure our School Emergency Management Plan is effective.
On Friday, October 3, 2025, all students will be dismissed from school 15 minutes early. The goal of this drill is to test our transportation and communication systems so they can operate smoothly in a real emergency.
More info: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2446363
Due to inclement weather and flooding on Guilderland Ave we are having to postpone our Fall Fest/ Back to School night until next Thursday. Thank you for your understanding and continued partnership.
FALL FEST IS ON!
Rain or shine we will be having the fall Fest from 5-6:30
If it is raining we will move the games and DJ Rodgers to the gym
Snacks will be in the Gallery with seating in the cafeteria ( in the event of rain)
Grade levels will have scheduled times to meet with Parents as follows:
K-1 will have meet the teacher from 5-5:20
grades 2-3 will meet the teacherf rom 5:20-5:40
and grades 4-5 will meet with the Teacher from 5:40-6:00
Students are welcome to play games while the parents are meeting the teachers.
See everyone at 5 :)
Rain or shine we will be having the fall Fest from 5-6:30
If it is raining we will move the games and DJ Rodgers to the gym
Snacks will be in the Gallery with seating in the cafeteria ( in the event of rain)
Grade levels will have scheduled times to meet with Parents as follows:
K-1 will have meet the teacher from 5-5:20
grades 2-3 will meet the teacherf rom 5:20-5:40
and grades 4-5 will meet with the Teacher from 5:40-6:00
Students are welcome to play games while the parents are meeting the teachers.
See everyone at 5 :)
Staying connected is more important than ever! 📣
Don't miss out on important updates, emergencies, or school news. Please take a moment to ensure we have your most current phone number, email, and mailing address on file.
You can submit changes through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/campus-parent-portal
Don't miss out on important updates, emergencies, or school news. Please take a moment to ensure we have your most current phone number, email, and mailing address on file.
You can submit changes through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/campus-parent-portal
Just a reminder, there will be no Right at School after school care today.
All students who regularly attend after school care will be sent home at dismissal via their regular form of transportation.
Again, there is NO after school care today at Van through Right at School.
Van Back to School Night is Thursday during the Fall Festival from 5-6:30
All students who regularly attend after school care will be sent home at dismissal via their regular form of transportation.
Again, there is NO after school care today at Van through Right at School.
Van Back to School Night is Thursday during the Fall Festival from 5-6:30
Just a friendly reminder: it's Elementary Back to School Night TONIGHT!
Join us to meet your child's teachers, see their classroom, and learn about the exciting year ahead. It's the perfect opportunity to get connected and build a strong foundation for a successful school year.
See you there!
Join us to meet your child's teachers, see their classroom, and learn about the exciting year ahead. It's the perfect opportunity to get connected and build a strong foundation for a successful school year.
See you there!
Had a great turn out this morning! Thank you to everyone that came. We are proud to be a #VanFam! Check out our short video of families that stepped up to our Photo Booth!
https://youtu.be/oHXNDyAmNXM?si=uP4yUmh7Ka7FRiDn
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending September 19, 2025
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-19-2025
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-19-2025
Hope to see you there! Our Fall Festival/ back to school night where you can meet the teachers and see the classrooms is on 9/25! From 500-6:30! Hope to see you there.
Reminder that Back to School Nights are coming up.
This is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet your student's teachers, learn about the curriculum, and get a feel for their classroom environment.
This is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet your student's teachers, learn about the curriculum, and get a feel for their classroom environment.
There have been a few incidents recently where children were approached by strangers on their way to or from school or while waiting for the bus. We want to thank the students who did the right thing by immediately reporting what happened, which allowed police to respond promptly.
Your child's safety is our top priority, and we ask that you take a moment to review and reinforce important safety habits with them. Please remind your child to always report anything that seems suspicious to a trusted adult, whether it's a parent, teacher, or police officer. Having these conversations can give them the confidence to respond safely in any situation.
Your child's safety is our top priority, and we ask that you take a moment to review and reinforce important safety habits with them. Please remind your child to always report anything that seems suspicious to a trusted adult, whether it's a parent, teacher, or police officer. Having these conversations can give them the confidence to respond safely in any situation.
Hey Van Fam! Hope to see everyone for Fall Fest/Back to School Night on 9/25. Attached please find some of our community partners!
Save the date! We have our back to school/open house Fall Fest on 9/25. Hope to see you there! 5pm-6:30!
