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
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!
We apologize that we had to cancel the Polar Express. We were not sure how long we would be without power. 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.
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
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.
Under the direction of Megan Phelps and co- directed by Lisa Longe and Kristen Olochnowiz , Woodlawn 4th and 5th graders recorded three musical selections at the WMHT studios in November, where students experienced real life conditions of performing. They were welcomed into a green room space, brought into a recording studio, and filmed by the WMHT crew.
🎶 Watch on 12/23 @ 9:00 p.m. to see Woodlawn’s performance. Full schedule at https://www.wmht.org/music-for-the-holidays/
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cancellation due to Water Main Break
Due to a water main break at 80 Nott Terrace, all afternoon and evening GED and ESL classes scheduled for today are cancelled.
Classes at the FIC (Family Investment Center) will still run as scheduled.
When: Wednesday, December 17, 6:30 p.m.
Where: 530 Liberty St.
Live-stream link: https://www.youtube.com/live/dLApnsx9ocs
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 ❤️💙
Good morning, everyone!
It's Tuesday, and a new day means new possibilities. Let's bring our best energy and focus to the challenges ahead. We are ready to make great things happen this week.
Thanks for showing up. We are glad you are here today.
#projectbehere #SchenectadyShowsUp #EveryDayCounts
🏀 GAME DAY ALERT📣
Come out and support your Girls Varsity Basketball team as they take on Niskayuna High School this afternoon.
Let's bring the energy, Schenectady🔥
📍 Location: Schenectady High School
⏰ Time: 4:30 p.m.
Go Patriots!
#SchenectadyBasketball #GirlsVarsity #GoPatriots #SuburbanCouncil #HighSchoolSports #GameDay
Wishing everyone a joyful and luminous Festival of Lights! ✨
May the light of the menorah fill your home with warmth, peace, and good cheer. It's a beautiful time to reflect on the miracles of the past and celebrate the hope for the future.
Enjoy the traditions, the treats, and the precious time spent with loved ones!
