As part of our strategic plan, we proudly recognize Judith Morales as our Passionate Person of the Week! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to this district, Judith!⭐ #passionatepeople
COMMUNITY NOTE:
Learn to Skate Programs this summer
See flyer here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/5723102/Learn_to_Skate.pdf
The Schenectady Ole Timers Baseball Club will be running a Baseball Clinic for Sch'dy kids ages 7-12 on July 7 & 8 . The clinic is free & offers high level instruction.
Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6PqfkW0963NTOEGlwgA-elVTGnqWXRc1HetvOT7IkkggoKg/viewform
Attention Families of Students with Disabilities (Ages 13+)
We invite you to a special workshop hosted by Ms. Carolyn Manzella, Coordinator of Special Education at Schenectady High School, and Ms. Stephanie D’Annibale, Transition Counselor from our School Counseling Department. This session is designed for both families and staff—and can be attended in person or virtually.
🧭 Workshop: Navigating Adult Services and Transition Planning
Gain valuable insights into planning for your child’s future, including available adult services and transition supports.
Details:
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 3
🕰️ Times: Session #1: 12:30–2:00 PM or Session #2: 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Schenectady High School – Library C3
OR
join virtually via Google Meet via phone by calling/dialing (407) 336-1450 then entering pin 698 392 442#
via computer through the following link: https://meet.google.com/vmc-ooxc-yiq?authuser=0
If you have any questions please feel free to call our main counseling office phone at 518-881-2044 Option 2
Reminder
Board of Education Work Session
Wednesday, June 4
6:30 p.m.
530 Liberty St.
Advanced Course Opportunities – Please Read
Dear Middle School and High School Families,
Please take a moment to check out our High School Counseling Website regarding advanced course options for the 2025–2026 school year. It includes important information about course benefits, supports, and how your child can get involved.
Questions? Contact your child’s school counselor.
With Appreciation,
Dr. Rebecca DeVries, Ed.D.
Director of K–12 School Counseling
Schenectady City School District
The City of Schenectady is hosting neighborhood meetings as part of its Comprehensive Plan, and your input is needed! Join us on June 4th at Keane Elementary, June 5th at Oneida Middle School, or June 10th at the Main Library to share your thoughts on the future of our community. Visit ElectricCityRecharged.com to learn more and take a community-wide survey.
COMMUNITY NOTE
15 LOVE Tennis, 2025 Free Summer Program
June 30 - August 13
Click here for the flyer: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/5716806/15_Love.pdf
Here’s another Alumni Profile celebrating our first pillar: student and graduate success! 🌟 Meet Katharine Morrow, SHS Class of 2013, who is now an Account Executive at Levi Strauss. Congratulations on your accomplishments!
Reminder: Two charter school public hearings are scheduled for tonight beginning at 5:30 p.m. The details and links to the livestreams are available here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2245396
Our next Top 10 student feature is Stani Saldana! To learn more about Stani's reflections, achievements at SHS, and his future plans, click the link to read his featured article. Congratulations, Santi!🎓https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2215273
June is Pride Month. Let's raise our voices and support the LGBTQ+ community, celebrate diversity and promote inclusivity.
#PrideMonth #Pride2025
We will be holding public hearings regarding two charter school proposals tonight beginning at 5:30 p.m. at 530 Liberty St.
Read more about the proposed schools here ➡️ https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2210569
📺 Livestream Schenectady Scholars https://youtube.com/live/ZuVCifD6l5w?feature=share
📺 Livestream Urban Collegiate Academy https://youtube.com/live/6GvlMOVZ1tI?feature=share
If you are unable to attend but would like to provide feedback or comment, please click here to submit through Let's Talk 🗣 https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/embed.aspx?L=PR6R9YR7D2BLT
🎥 WATCH: Click the link to view highlights from this week's 🚀 NASA STEAM Fair at Mont Pleasant Middle School ➡️ https://youtu.be/AHWsjZZ_mmY
REMINDER: Public hearings will be held for two proposed charter schools. on Monday, June 2.
The hearings will be live streamed. Click on the link for more information and the live stream links: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2245396
📸 PHOTOS: NASA STEM Fair at Mont Pleasant Middle School was an unforgettable celebration of student achievement, innovation, and community.
We are grateful to our staff and partners at NYSED for your continued guidance and experience with our 21st Century program.
Experience the unexpected with SURPRISE! 🎭—a series of bold, student-written plays from SHS John Sayles School of Fine Arts. Join us TONIGHT or TOMORROW for the incredible performances!
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Cotto's update for the week ending May 30.
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/district-update-may-30-2025
Have a great weekend.
We've had many from our school community ask how they can recommend someone to be highlighted as part of our Strategic Plan Passionate People and Teacher highlights. We welcome suggestions from all. More info available here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2241530
If your student's teacher or attendance staff have not been able to resolve your attendance concerns, our counselors are here to help—especially if the issue is academic-related. For more information about your student's counselor and how to get in touch, please click the link below.
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/school-counselor-directory
