Attention: Students headed to 9th grade in the fall
Big Picture Schenectady is now accepting interest forms for students who will be 9th graders in Fall 2026.
The interest form should be completed for any current 8th grader who is interested in Big Picture next year.
👉 Fill out the Interest Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyd5az6Rt1d-SIDO_Ovk4aKMKdc4tDdcjOshDGd6338tDi3g/viewform
⚠️ Submission Deadline: January 20, 2026
🤝 Community Note: Safe Inc. of Schenectady
In a moment of crisis, knowing where to turn is the first step toward safety. Whether you are facing a personal emergency or just don't know where to go next, Safe Inc. of Schenectady is here to ensure no one in our community has to navigate a struggle alone.
How They Can Help
Safe Inc. specializes in providing a safety net for youth and families, but their mission extends to anyone in need of direction. Their services include:
Immediate Crisis Intervention: Support when you need it most.
Safe Housing & Shelter: Connections to emergency housing for those in unstable situations.
Resource Referrals: If they can’t provide the specific service you need, they will find the organization that can.
Youth Outreach: Dedicated programs for at-risk street youth.
Counseling Referrals
Employment Assistance
In any crisis, they can help—or refer you to someone who can.
In a moment of crisis, knowing where to turn is the first step toward safety. Whether you are facing a personal emergency or just don't know where to go next, Safe Inc. of Schenectady is here to ensure no one in our community has to navigate a struggle alone.
How They Can Help
Safe Inc. specializes in providing a safety net for youth and families, but their mission extends to anyone in need of direction. Their services include:
Immediate Crisis Intervention: Support when you need it most.
Safe Housing & Shelter: Connections to emergency housing for those in unstable situations.
Resource Referrals: If they can’t provide the specific service you need, they will find the organization that can.
Youth Outreach: Dedicated programs for at-risk street youth.
Counseling Referrals
Employment Assistance
In any crisis, they can help—or refer you to someone who can.
Wishing a joyous Kwanzaa to all our students, families, and staff celebrating! 🕯️ We join you in honoring the principles of unity, community, and heritage during this special week. Habari Gani! ❤️🖤💚
#Kwanzaa #SchenectadySchools #Unity
#Kwanzaa #SchenectadySchools #Unity
Wishing a very Merry Christmas to all of our students, families, staff, and community members who are celebrating today.
We hope your day is filled with the warmth of family, the joy of friendship, and plenty of wonderful memories. May the spirit of the season bring peace and happiness to your home. 🎁❤️
#MerryChristmas
We hope your day is filled with the warmth of family, the joy of friendship, and plenty of wonderful memories. May the spirit of the season bring peace and happiness to your home. 🎁❤️
#MerryChristmas
❄️Be sure to watch Woodlawn Elementary choir on WMHT Music for the Holidays.
⏰ SCHEDULE
12/23 9:00 p.m.
12/24 2:30 a.m.
12/24 10:30 p.m.
12/25 5:00 p.m.
⏰ SCHEDULE
12/23 9:00 p.m.
12/24 2:30 a.m.
12/24 10:30 p.m.
12/25 5:00 p.m.
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's holiday video message: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-holiday-message-december-23-2025
We wish you a wonderful holiday, happy new year, and fantastic recess.
We wish you a wonderful holiday, happy new year, and fantastic recess.
The first annual SHS Tri-M Music Honor Society's Winter Concert food drive collected over 150 non-perishable food items to help our community. Tri-M President Alahna Brown and Vice President Devyn Flaherty delivered the donations to Street Soldiers in downtown Schenectady this weekend ahead of their weekly gathering. Thank you to everyone who helped make the food drive a success!
Community Resource Spotlight: Safe Inc. 🤝
Schenectady families, if you or someone you know is in need of assistance this holiday season, Safe Inc. of Schenectady is here to help.
Their Street Outreach Team provides support for immediate needs, including:
🧴 Toiletries
👕 Clothing
🍎 Food
🚨 Other emergency essentials
If you are in need, please don’t hesitate to reach out. 📞 Call the Outreach Team: 518-374-5178
No one should have to go without. Please share this post to help us spread the word to those who may need support.
Schenectady families, if you or someone you know is in need of assistance this holiday season, Safe Inc. of Schenectady is here to help.
Their Street Outreach Team provides support for immediate needs, including:
🧴 Toiletries
👕 Clothing
🍎 Food
🚨 Other emergency essentials
If you are in need, please don’t hesitate to reach out. 📞 Call the Outreach Team: 518-374-5178
No one should have to go without. Please share this post to help us spread the word to those who may need support.
We are proud to announce that Jonathan Cooley has been named the new Assistant Principal of Mont Pleasant Middle School. He will join the MPMS team on January 7.
Please join us in giving Mr. Cooley a warm welcome.
>> Click here for more information: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2611010
Please join us in giving Mr. Cooley a warm welcome.
>> Click here for more information: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2611010
🎅🏼Santa made a surprise visit to MLK pre k students in Tiffany Giardono's class to deliver books and candy canes!
SUPERINTENDENT'S UPDATE
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-december-19-2025
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-december-19-2025
Come out and support the SHS Girls Basketball Team vs. Bethlehem
Friday, December 19
Bethlehem High School
Friday, December 19
Bethlehem High School
A World of Traditions on One Tree 🌍🎄
If you visit 80 Nott Terrace this week, you’ll see more than just a 12-foot tree—you’ll see a celebration of our global community.
Our Adult Education ESL and GED students from across the globe took great pride in hand-designing ornaments for our "Holidays Around the World" tree. These beautiful pieces represent the heritage and heart of our students, featuring designs from China, Mexico, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Haiti, Korea, Japan, and the USA.
We are so proud of our adult learners and the diverse cultures that make Schenectady such a vibrant place to live and learn. If you stop by there, pause and check out their incredible work.
Dear Parents and Students,
Please note that although there is no CTE BOCES programming on Monday, Dec. 22nd or Tuesday, Dec. 23rd, students are expected to attend their regular high school classes on these days. Transportation will be provided as normal, and attendance is vital for success!
Please follow the schedule below:
AM CTE Students: Report to the Cafeteria upon arrival for a morning event. You will then proceed to your afternoon classes as scheduled.
PM CTE Students: Attend your morning classes as scheduled. Afterwards, report to the Auditorium during the time you would normally go to CTE BOCES.
We look forward to seeing everyone on campus next week!
❄️ Join us for a cozy Winter Warm Up Family Night TONIGHT @ 4:30! Enjoy crafts, cookie decorating, holiday movies, a hot cocoa bar, bingo, and more. Come in your comfiest PJs and bring the whole family for a night of fun! 🎄✨
UPDATE: Power has been restored to Zoller.
We apologize that we had to cancel the Polar Express. We were not sure how long we would be without power. Thank you.
We apologize that we had to cancel the Polar Express. We were not sure how long we would be without power. Thank you.
POWER OUTAGE
Zoller Elementary School's Polar Express scheduled for this morning is cancelled due to a power outage.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
We will keep families updated regarding the power outage as soon as more information becomes available.
Thank you.
Zoller Elementary School's Polar Express scheduled for this morning is cancelled due to a power outage.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
We will keep families updated regarding the power outage as soon as more information becomes available.
Thank you.
Thursday Check-In! As the school day comes to an end, let’s remember the importance of showing up and showing out.
Let’s finish the week on a positive note by coming to school tomorrow, building our knowledge ✏️, and spending time with friends 💙❤️.
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
Let’s finish the week on a positive note by coming to school tomorrow, building our knowledge ✏️, and spending time with friends 💙❤️.
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
:📊 Mark Your Calendars: Interim Progress Reports
Secondary interim progress reports will be mailed home on Monday, December 22.
Want to see your student’s progress sooner? You don't have to wait for the mail. You will be able to access the reports through the Infinite Campus Backpack.
How to check:
Log in to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Navigate to the "More" section.
Click on "Backpack" to view and download the report.
Secondary interim progress reports will be mailed home on Monday, December 22.
Want to see your student’s progress sooner? You don't have to wait for the mail. You will be able to access the reports through the Infinite Campus Backpack.
How to check:
Log in to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Navigate to the "More" section.
Click on "Backpack" to view and download the report.
🕎 UPK students at Van Corlaer learned about Hannukah and worked on an activity based around the Festival of Lights.
