Schenectady City School District

Three Board of Education seats are up for election o n May 19. Petitions are due by April 29 at 5 p.m.

In order to get on the ballot, a person must:

* Reside in the school district for at least one year immediately preceding the election.
* Be a qualified voter of the district.
* Not be an employee of the Schenectady City School District.
* Present at least 100 legible signatures.
* A candidate affidavit must be completed.

You can learn more and download the petition and affidavit here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/interested-in-running-for-a-seat-on-the-board-of-education

The SCSD budget hearing will take place on May 6, followed by the budget vote on May 19, which features a 0% tax levy increase for the eighth consecutive year. This year's budget also includes three facility propositions.

The first of these three facility propositions is 1080 Catalyn Street, a proposed new hub for our Operations and Maintenance team. This acquisition allows the team to move out of Mont Pleasant Middle School, removing industrial materials from the building and opening up valuable educational space for our students. To learn more about Proposition 1, please visit schenectadyschools.org/page/2026-2027budget. 💰📉

Registration is now open for the 2026 Schenectady Summer Theatre Camp! Students entering grades 3-5 are invited to join us at SHS for a month of acting, singing, dancing, and stagecraft. 🎭🌟

Dates: Weekdays, July 6th – July 31st
Location: Schenectady High School
Showtime: We’ll be performing Welcome to the Jungle!
Flexible Options: Choose between the AM Section (8:30–11:30am) or the PM Section (12:30–3:30pm).

How to Join:
Space is limited to 45 campers per section on a first-come, first-served basis. Register through this link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehJYzMMxUA6bPLzj1EMvhCBb9QlKsDnoAXTFW1FXe_ANwn4A/viewform
depechel@schenectadyschools.org.

We are thrilled to announce a brand-new Dual Language Education Program coming to Paige Elementary Community School! This is a unique opportunity for incoming kindergarteners to embark on a bilingual journey, receiving instruction in both English and Spanish throughout their entire six-year elementary experience.

🗓️ Join Our Family Information Meeting
Learn how this program can benefit your child by attending one of our sessions on April 23rd:

Morning Session: 8:30 AM
Location: Paige Elementary Community School

Afternoon Session: 4:30 PM
Location: Paige Elementary Community School or Online

We can't wait to see you there and help your student become bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural!

Attention City of Schenectady residents! Our Board of Education has approved the 2026-2027 budget proposal, featuring a 0% tax levy increase for the 8th year in a row. The spending plan maintains all current programs and services for students while continuing our commitment to fiscal responsibility and community stability.

In addition to the budget, this year’s ballot includes three facility propositions designed to strengthen our schools, expand opportunities, and improve efficiency, all at no additional cost to taxpayers.. Mark your calendars for the public hearing on May 6 and the community vote on May 19!

And on the Ballot:

1️⃣ Proposition 1 - Operations and Maintenance Facility: The district proposes purchasing property (1080 Catalyn Street) to relocate our Operations and Maintenance Department from MPMS to a dedicated facility to free up educational space and improve student safety.

2️⃣ Proposition 2 - Adult and Continuing Education Center: Purchasing this facility (80 Nott Terrace) secures a permanent home for Schenectady’s adult education and workforce programs while eliminating rental costs to maximize long-term savings.

3️⃣ Proposition 3 - City as our Campus / ECHS / P-Tech: To support the continued growth of City As Our Campus, Early College High School (ECHS), and the P-TECH program, the district is proposing a 20-year lease at our current location (433 State Street).

🗳️ Board of Education Election: Residents will also vote to fill three Board of Education seats.

Your voice matters! Get the full details and polling info here: schenectadyschools.org/page/2026-2027budget

🎨 You’re Invited: IB Visual Arts Exhibition 2026

We are thrilled to invite you to the Schenectady High School IB Visual Arts Exhibition.

📅 Exhibition Dates
April 20 – May 20, 2026

Opening Reception

When: Wednesday, May 6

Time: 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Where: The Butzel Gallery, Schenectady High School