https://www.news10.com/video/schenectady-city-school-district-budget-hearing/11768811/
🪘 Yates Cinco De Mayo Party with Alex Torres and His Latin Orchestra
Celebrate from 3-4 p.m on Friday with music, games, prizes and a pop up pantry with Farm to Family Wheels
Dates: July 6th – July 31st
Ages Served: Grades K-5
Locations: MLK, Woodlawn, & Yates (serving all elementary students)
Enroll here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1CEaNVkf9vYJ80V1XpjU3ImsLCP6Fs3WS7l0XWNTdlH4/viewform?ts=69e132c5&edit_requested=true
Next session is Thursday, May 7
Open to SCSD Parents and Guardians
5:30 p.m.
Family Opportunity Center, 1104 Webster St.
Childcare is available.
Sunday, May 17 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Union College
Parking at corner of Nott St. & Seward Pl.
Come enjoy a day of Free Fun for Everyone!
Games, community vibes, and more.
Thank you for your tireless dedication, your expert calm under pressure, and for keeping our school community safe, healthy, and ready to thrive.
Happy National Nurses Week! 🍎💙
#NationalNursesWeek #ThankYouNurses
2026-27 Budget Public Hearing followed by Board of Education Work Session
Wednesday, May 6
6:30 p.m.
530 Liberty St.
2026-27 Budget Public Hearing will be held immediately prior to the work session.
Hearing & work session will be live-streamed.
Click here to register or return the signed form to school
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSee_WViqkDzAF3E0I9o0VhYs42T7YnDK9ak-SxXp6e9zlrcng/viewform
On Friday afternoon, students wore the gear of their college, trade, military or career decision. Congrats to all in the Class of 2026!
🍎This week is Teacher Appreciation Week🍎
Our teachers turn curiosity into confidence, challenges into triumphs, and classrooms into launchpads for dreams. This Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4-8, 2026, we're celebrating the magic that happens in Schenectady classrooms every day. Thank you teachers for helping Schenectady Rise.
2026-2027 Public Budget Hearing
The Schenectady City School District will host a Public Budget Hearing on Wednesday, May 6, at 6:30 p.m. at 530 Liberty St. This hearing will take place immediately prior to the Board of Education meeting.
The session is designed to present the proposed 2026-27 spending plan and provide community members an opportunity to ask questions before the public vote on May 19.
Live-stream link: https://youtube.com/live/ceKq6xgN43A?feature=share
For detailed information regarding the budget, please visit our website: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/2026-2027budget
⏰ 3 – 6 p.m.
📍Proctors Theater
Come enjoy giveaways, raffles, and more than 65 local vendors.
⏰ SFLA Ensembles - 5:30 p.m. start
⏰ SHS Ensembles - 6:30 p.m. start
Tri-M Music Honor Society will be collecting hygiene/toiletry products for donation at the concert. Donations are not required for attendance but appreciated!
EVS is a Capital Region BOCES initiative designed to empower regional students to discuss critical issues like mental health, racism, and school safety. The program fosters student-led dialogue and action to create more equitable school environments.
Have a great weekend.
The Wiz Kids at Proctors GE Theatre
June 13, 2026
Minds Matter: Mental Health Awareness Month 🧠💚
This month isn’t just about a green ribbon ... it's about acknowledging that mental health is essential to overall well-being.
Mental health is not a "sidebar" to education. It's the foundation of it. We cannot expect our community to thrive academically or professionally if we aren't prioritizing our well-being. This month, let’s commit to checking in, leaning on one another, and remembering that it is okay to not be okay
Three Reminders:
1️⃣ Rest is Productive: Taking a break isn't "quitting."Recharging your mind is the most strategic thing you can do for your long-term goals.
2️⃣ Vulnerability is a Power Move: Reaching out, whether to a friend, a counselor, or a support group, takes more raw courage than suffering in silence.
3️⃣.Small Wins are Still Wins: On the heavy days, getting to class, staying hydrated, or simply showing up is a victory.
Our school counselors and support staff are available to help students navigate life's challenges. We encourage our entire community to lead with empathy this month and every month.
#MentalHealthAwareness #SchoolCommunity #StudentWellbeing #EndTheStigma
Serving on the school board is a significant volunteer commitment, and we appreciate these individuals for stepping up to lead. Stay tuned—we will be sharing candidate profiles soon! 📑
Mark your calendars to vote on May 19! 🗓️
On the Ballot:
✅ The 2026-2027 Budget
✅ Three facility propositions
✅ School Board Election
📍 Not sure where to vote? Look up your polling place here: https://nb.findmypollplace.com/schenectadyCSD/
#SchenectadySchools #SchoolBoard #CommunityLeadership #VoteMay19 #EducationMatters
