Schenectady City School District

That's a wrap on the summer program at Central Park where a number of our students worked this summer. Thank you to the City of Schenectady for providing this opportunity!

Registration is now open for the 21st Century Afterschool Program! In partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Schenectady, the 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) offers students exciting opportunities to learn, create, and grow through engaging after school activities.

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Participating Locations: Schenectady High School, Freshman Leadership Academy, Oneida Middle School, Central Park Middle School, and Mont Pleasant Middle School

Program Highlights:
Tutoring & STEAM Projects | Art, Music, Dance & Crafts | College & Career Exploration | Cooking, Gardening & Field Trips | Sports, Fitness & Health/Wellness | Family Events & Community Service

How to Register:
Follow this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSrBGQf-2mVBzuVKg1zbvr_aZBZsAulnMvh2QeAI2b5h8f9Q/viewform

For questions, reach out to quinnl@schenectadyschools.org or mirandasi@schenectadyschools.org.

#SchenectadyRising ❤️💙

Join us for the SCSD August Job Fair! We are conducting on the spot interviews for teaching, nursing, paraprofessional, substitute, and support roles.

📅 When: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: 530 Liberty St, Schenectady, NY (Main Entrance Lobby)

Walk-ins are welcome... no appointments needed! Bring printed copies of your resume, and make sure your online application is submitted before you arrive.

View opportunities and apply online at https://schenectady.recruitfront.com/JobOpportunities. Questions? Call HR at 518-370-8100, option 3.

Welcome Class of 2030!

Join us at the Steinmetz Freshman Leadership Academy for our Incoming Freshman Orientation & BBQ! Meet school leaders, grab your schedule, school ID, and Yondr pouch, and enjoy food, games, and key info for the school year ahead. All incoming freshmen and families are welcome!

🗓️ Date: August 28th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: 880 Oakwood Ave, Schenectady

A special meeting of the Board of Education will be held Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 6:30 p.m. at 530 Liberty St.

The agenda will be available on Board Docs. https://go.boarddocs.com/ny/schenectady/Board.nsf/Public

Meeting will be live-streamed.

🍎 Fresh Food Delivered Right to Your Door! 🥦

Did you know that eligible Medicaid members can get fresh, nutritious food delivered directly to their home at NO COST?

✨ How to get started:
📞 Call 866-675-4002
📋 Or fill out this quick form to check your eligibility: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPnAzNtnpp3lUAmOU3O_axFN8AnuAvhm9sg2576cVBvY97lA/viewform

Save the date! 📅 Join us for Big Picture Learning Schenectady’s 9th Grade Orientation!

When: September 1st | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: 422 Mumford Street, Schenectady, NY (WIEC)

Tour the school, meet your teachers, pick up your schedule, enjoy light refreshments, and get all your questions answered.

Join us TODAY to connect with local vendors and learn more about available school resources. Check out the flyer for event details!

Please note: Free haircuts, physicals, and vaccines are reserved exclusively for qualifying newly registering students.

We hope to see you soon!

Attention Families of Incoming Pre-K Students! We still have openings available across the district. Check out the flyer below and tap the link to learn how you can enroll your child today. Don't forget our Health Fair is happening on August 4th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Eligible students can receive the free vaccinations and physicals required for Pre-K entry.

Community members: Please share this post to help us spread the word! Let’s work together to get all our kids ready for Kindergarten. ✏️📚

🔗 https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/prekindergarten

TODAY: Join us for the 21st Century Invention Convention! Come see the incredible, student-created inventions worked on all summer long, vote for your favorite, and enjoy free food and drinks. 🍕🥤

📅 Thursday, July 30th | ⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Union College Wold Atrium

Cast your vote TODAY at the Invention Convention!

Stop by the Union College Wold Atrium from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM to check out the coolest inventions created by our 21st Century Summer Program students. Come see their hard work in action and vote for who you think should win. Don’t miss out!

High School Summer School held at Guilderland High School is cancelled today due to flooding.

Summer school programs at SFLA and Mont Pleasant will run as scheduled today.

🎉 Thank you the community partners and families who visited the Summer Meals block party at Steimnetz park yesterday. The rain didn’t stop the community from coming out! The next Block party is August 11 at Hillhurst Park beginning at 4:30 p.m.

Our General Education and Special Education co-teaching partners came together for hands-on Professional Development.

Co-teaching brings together the best of both worlds, combining content expertise with specialized instruction so every scholar gets the personalized support they need to thrive in an inclusive classroom.

We love seeing our teaching teams collaborate, plan, and grow together to build learning environments where every student belongs and succeeds.

Get ahead of the new school year at our first annual Health Fair!

Join us on August 4th to connect with local vendors and learn more about available school resources. Check out the flyer for event details!

Please note: Free haircuts, physicals, and vaccines are reserved exclusively for newly registering students.

We hope to see you there! ❤️💙

Central Park Middle School is excited to welcome our newest students! Join us for 6th Grade Orientation on Tuesday, August 18.

To best fit your schedule, please choose one of the two available sessions:
⏰ Session 1: 11:00 AM
⏰ Session 2: 5:00 PM

What to expect:
👥 Meet your 6th-grade teachers

🏫 Take a tour of the building

🗓️ Learn all about your daily schedule & middle school routines

📱 Get assistance signing up for the Parent Portal

...and so much more!

Starting middle school is a big step, and we’re here to make sure you feel confident and ready on Day 1. We can’t wait to see you there!

📞 For more information and to RSVP: Call 518-370-8250 or click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1mSLbL_ug8c07Kvc3a5CSJ6AQsf_cEJFWCg-B0T0ikWWobQ/viewform

Join us for the 21st Century Invention Convention! Come see the incredible, student-created inventions worked on all summer long, vote for your favorite, and enjoy free food and drinks. 🍕🥤

📅 Thursday, July 30th | ⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Union College Wold Atrium

Our student board representatives attended the 2026 NYSSBA Leadership in Education Event in Albany over the weekend 🏛️✨Our student board reps met with district leaders from around the state to discuss the ways in which Schenectady Schools elevate student voice.

🐺Welcome to Oneida Middle School, future Timberwolves!

Please join us for our 6th Grade Welcome Orientation
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
⏰ Times: Choose one session to attend:
Session 1: 11:00 AM
Session 2: 5:00 PM

Parents and guardians are welcome to attend with their students. We can't wait to meet you all!

📞 Questions? Please reach out to Assistant Principal Mrs. Cornwell or School Counselor Ms. Forte:
Phone: 518-370-8260
cornwelll@schenectadyschools.org or fortec@schenectadyschools.org