🌮 Lunch Menu Updates 🌮
Click the link to see updates to next week's elementary and middle school lunch menus
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/2023-menus
Click the link to see updates to next week's elementary and middle school lunch menus
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/2023-menus
Due to the extreme heat expected, Friday, June 12 will be a half day of school for all students.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities. Dismissal will follow our standard half-day schedule.
As we navigate this period of high temperatures, we urge all families to take the necessary safety precautions:
> Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you do not feel thirsty.
>Limit Outdoor Activity: Avoid prolonged outdoor activity, especially during peak heat hours.
> Dress Appropriately: Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing to help stay cool.
> Vehicle Safety: Never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles for any amount of time.
> Check on Loved Ones: Please check in regularly on children, older adults, and individuals with underlying health concerns who may be more vulnerable to the heat.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities. Dismissal will follow our standard half-day schedule.
As we navigate this period of high temperatures, we urge all families to take the necessary safety precautions:
> Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you do not feel thirsty.
>Limit Outdoor Activity: Avoid prolonged outdoor activity, especially during peak heat hours.
> Dress Appropriately: Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing to help stay cool.
> Vehicle Safety: Never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles for any amount of time.
> Check on Loved Ones: Please check in regularly on children, older adults, and individuals with underlying health concerns who may be more vulnerable to the heat.
💧 Make a splash this summer🏊♂️✨
Registration is OPEN for our Summer Learn to Swim Classes! This program is a fantastic opportunity for students to build confidence, have fun, and learn vital water safety skills.
📋 The Details:
Who: Open to all Schenectady City School District Elementary & Middle School students.
When: 6 weekly sessions to choose from (July 6 – August 14).
Format: Daily 45-minute classes. You pick the week and time slot that works best for your family.
Where: Schenectady High School Pool (Enter through Door 19).
🚨 Important Note for Non-SCSD / South Colonie Families: Openings are prioritized for district students. However, if you are a Schenectady resident whose child attends another school, or a South Colonie family, you can still submit your interes. We will reach out to you if spots remain available after district registration closes.
Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFb6aJ9655_4-HUq9y4WF86ljO4q8xV8Lo3IhounnWuIE_6w/viewform
Registration is OPEN for our Summer Learn to Swim Classes! This program is a fantastic opportunity for students to build confidence, have fun, and learn vital water safety skills.
📋 The Details:
Who: Open to all Schenectady City School District Elementary & Middle School students.
When: 6 weekly sessions to choose from (July 6 – August 14).
Format: Daily 45-minute classes. You pick the week and time slot that works best for your family.
Where: Schenectady High School Pool (Enter through Door 19).
🚨 Important Note for Non-SCSD / South Colonie Families: Openings are prioritized for district students. However, if you are a Schenectady resident whose child attends another school, or a South Colonie family, you can still submit your interes. We will reach out to you if spots remain available after district registration closes.
Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFb6aJ9655_4-HUq9y4WF86ljO4q8xV8Lo3IhounnWuIE_6w/viewform
This Saturday: Looking for a fun, meaningful way to connect and give back? Join us for a FREE Creative Movement and Rock Painting Interactive Workshop! Let’s expand our capacity to be in service to our amazing community together.
🗓️ Sat. June 13th | Noon – 2PM at SCSD Family Opportunity Center (1104 Webster St.)
🗓️ Sat. June 13th | Noon – 2PM at SCSD Family Opportunity Center (1104 Webster St.)
Grades 9-12 Summer School: If your student needs or may need summer school, please scan the QR code on this flyer to submit your interest. (Counselor contact info and phone extensions are also found within the form once you scan).
This is the required first step to get your student registered. Once completed, your student's school counselor will reach out to finalize details!
This is the required first step to get your student registered. Once completed, your student's school counselor will reach out to finalize details!
📈 GOOD LUCK, TEAM SCHENECTADY! 🔔💼
We want to wish thebest of luck to our Schenectady High School team, Dubraj Basant, Khareena Girdhari, Lyric Robison, and Marcus Williams, who are competing today in the National JA Stock Market Challenge in Boston. 📊✨
Reaching the national stage is a massive achievement, and we are so incredibly proud of the hard work, sharp financial skills, and dedication this team has shown to get here.
We are rooting for you all the way from home. Trade smart, have fun, and show them what you can do.
#GoPatriots #SchenectadyProud
We want to wish thebest of luck to our Schenectady High School team, Dubraj Basant, Khareena Girdhari, Lyric Robison, and Marcus Williams, who are competing today in the National JA Stock Market Challenge in Boston. 📊✨
Reaching the national stage is a massive achievement, and we are so incredibly proud of the hard work, sharp financial skills, and dedication this team has shown to get here.
We are rooting for you all the way from home. Trade smart, have fun, and show them what you can do.
#GoPatriots #SchenectadyProud
This week’s Teacher of the Week is Sara Russ! Sara has been a 5th grade teacher at MLK for 18 years. Thank you for your dedication, Sara!
To learn more about the passionate people in our district and explore our strategic plan, visit this link: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/strategic-plan-2024-2030
#passionatepeople #SCSDstrategicplan ❤️💙
To learn more about the passionate people in our district and explore our strategic plan, visit this link: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/strategic-plan-2024-2030
#passionatepeople #SCSDstrategicplan ❤️💙
🥍 ⚡️ REGISTER NOW FOR SUMMER GIRLS LACROSSE
Registration is OPEN for the SMS Lighting Girls Lacrosse Summer Session
New players welcome!
Who: Girls in Grades K-12
Cost: 100% FREE!
Equipment: Provided!
Click the link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfav6JHvZwXjZWt0r_QovXxnIc9JM840TFnZfeQau46E2OhxQ/viewform?pli=1
Registration is OPEN for the SMS Lighting Girls Lacrosse Summer Session
New players welcome!
Who: Girls in Grades K-12
Cost: 100% FREE!
Equipment: Provided!
Click the link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfav6JHvZwXjZWt0r_QovXxnIc9JM840TFnZfeQau46E2OhxQ/viewform?pli=1
If you are looking for free, enriching activities to keep the kids engaged, check out the attached flyer from the Schenectady County Public Library (SCPL).
Happy Pride Month! 🌈✨
June is here, and we are celebrating the beautiful diversity, history, and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community. Pride isn’t just about the parades and the rainbows (though we love those too), it's about honoring the activists who paved the way, standing up for equality, and ensuring everyone feels safe, seen, and celebrated exactly as they are.
Whether you are celebrating loudly with community, reflecting quietly, or still figuring out your journey, please know that you belong here. Today, this month, and every single day.
Let's keep lifting each other up, practicing empathy, and spreading love. Happy Pride, everyone! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
#PrideMonth #Pride2026 #LoveIsLove #CelebrateDiversity #CommunityFirst
June is here, and we are celebrating the beautiful diversity, history, and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community. Pride isn’t just about the parades and the rainbows (though we love those too), it's about honoring the activists who paved the way, standing up for equality, and ensuring everyone feels safe, seen, and celebrated exactly as they are.
Whether you are celebrating loudly with community, reflecting quietly, or still figuring out your journey, please know that you belong here. Today, this month, and every single day.
Let's keep lifting each other up, practicing empathy, and spreading love. Happy Pride, everyone! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
#PrideMonth #Pride2026 #LoveIsLove #CelebrateDiversity #CommunityFirst
Happy Monday! We hope you all had a fantastic, fun-filled weekend!
Here is your Monday reminder that there are only 18 days left until the official last day of school for the district! Now is the time to lock in, finish strong, and get your work done so you can fully enjoy a well-deserved summer break. Let's start the countdown right by showing up for all 5 days this week!
Parents and guardians, if you need support motivating your child to attend school, please reach out to your student’s teacher, counselor, or your school’s attendance specialist. Click the link to learn more about why attendance matters:
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/projectbehere-attendance-matters
#projectbehere #SchenectadyShowsUp #EveryDayCounts
Here is your Monday reminder that there are only 18 days left until the official last day of school for the district! Now is the time to lock in, finish strong, and get your work done so you can fully enjoy a well-deserved summer break. Let's start the countdown right by showing up for all 5 days this week!
Parents and guardians, if you need support motivating your child to attend school, please reach out to your student’s teacher, counselor, or your school’s attendance specialist. Click the link to learn more about why attendance matters:
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/projectbehere-attendance-matters
#projectbehere #SchenectadyShowsUp #EveryDayCounts
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending June 5:
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-june-05-2026
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-june-05-2026
📈 BOSTON BOUND! Schenectady High is Heading to Nationals! 🗽✈️
Huge congratulations to Schenectady High School students Dubraj Basant, Khareena Girdhari, Lyric Robison, and Marcus Williams! They have officially qualified as finalists for the 2026 JA National Stock Market Challenge!
After beating out over 500 local students at the regional competition at UAlbany, this powerhouse team is heading to Boston from June 8-11 to represent Junior Achievement of Northeastern New York on the national stage.
Huge congratulations to Schenectady High School students Dubraj Basant, Khareena Girdhari, Lyric Robison, and Marcus Williams! They have officially qualified as finalists for the 2026 JA National Stock Market Challenge!
After beating out over 500 local students at the regional competition at UAlbany, this powerhouse team is heading to Boston from June 8-11 to represent Junior Achievement of Northeastern New York on the national stage.
🚨 FIRST-TEAM ALL-STAR ALERT🚨
Huge congratulations are in order for Schenectady senior Marcus Williams, who has been voted to the First Team Colonial Council as a defenseman for the 2026 lacrosse season🥍💥
Locking down an All-Star nod in a highly competitive league is no small feat.
Thank you for leaving it all on the field, Marcus. The Schenectady community is incredibly proud of your hard work, grit, and leadership. ❤️🤍💙
Huge congratulations are in order for Schenectady senior Marcus Williams, who has been voted to the First Team Colonial Council as a defenseman for the 2026 lacrosse season🥍💥
Locking down an All-Star nod in a highly competitive league is no small feat.
Thank you for leaving it all on the field, Marcus. The Schenectady community is incredibly proud of your hard work, grit, and leadership. ❤️🤍💙
Learn to Skate this Summer!
See the attached flyer for the Schenectady Youth Hockey Association's "Learn to Skate Program."
See the attached flyer for the Schenectady Youth Hockey Association's "Learn to Skate Program."
The Sycamore Collaborative Summer Meals kicks off June 30 at Jerry Burrell Park.
📅 Event Details
Date: June 30
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Jerry Burrell Park (Hamilton St. & Schenectady St..)
Cost: Free
💡 : This kickoff launches the broader Summer Meals program, which provides free, nutritious lunches all summer long to kids and teens ages 18 and under across Schenectady while school is out.
>> Visit the SCSD Summer Resource Guide for the full schedule and other resources: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/summer-resource-guide-meals
📅 Event Details
Date: June 30
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Jerry Burrell Park (Hamilton St. & Schenectady St..)
Cost: Free
💡 : This kickoff launches the broader Summer Meals program, which provides free, nutritious lunches all summer long to kids and teens ages 18 and under across Schenectady while school is out.
>> Visit the SCSD Summer Resource Guide for the full schedule and other resources: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/summer-resource-guide-meals
Our SFLA Culinary Program students are getting real-world, industry-standard experience right here in the kitchen. Yesterday's lesson? Mastering the Rational oven to see how precision technology elevates modern cooking. They spent the day morning yesterday learning about the advanced Rational oven, a staple in top-tier commercial kitchens, and the results were absolutely delicious.
There is nothing better than seeing hard work turn into high-tech culinary art.
#FutureChefs #CulinaryArts #SchenectadySchools #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #HandsOnLearning
Recently, Ms. Edgar-Johnson and our IB students hosted a wonderful IB Celebration in the library! The event showcased our students' incredible work, featured inspiring student speakers, and celebrated their achievements with awards alongside supportive parents and teachers. Be sure to grab a copy of the new IB newsletter, proudly developed by students Stephan Sukar and Andrew Francis, available in the main office.
As the only school in the capital region to offer the world-renowned IB pathway, we are extremely proud of the students, teachers, and community that make this program such a success! ❤️💙 #schenectadyrising
As the only school in the capital region to offer the world-renowned IB pathway, we are extremely proud of the students, teachers, and community that make this program such a success! ❤️💙 #schenectadyrising
Placing 43rd worldwide at SeaPerch Internationals is an amazing achievement, but the real trophy was the experience! 🏆✨ From competing to meeting incredible students from China, Kazakhstan, and Egypt, it was an unforgettable weekend of global connection and STEM for our Onedia SeaPerch STEM team. Way to go guys!
The SeaPerch competition is an underwater robotics contest where students build and operate an underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle to navigate timed obstacle courses and complete specific mission tasks!
The SeaPerch competition is an underwater robotics contest where students build and operate an underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle to navigate timed obstacle courses and complete specific mission tasks!
Huge congratulations to ECHS students Ethan and Hema! 🏛️✨ They had the incredible opportunity to shadow Assembly Members Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara on the chamber floor during live bill debates, and spent time with State Senator James Tedisco.
To wrap up an amazing experience, they received their certificates of completion from Erica Smitka, Executive Director of the NYS League of Women Voters. Way to go guys! 📜👏
To wrap up an amazing experience, they received their certificates of completion from Erica Smitka, Executive Director of the NYS League of Women Voters. Way to go guys! 📜👏
