We are hiring! Join us on August 20 to learn about available positions and become part of our dedicated team.
You can also view and apply for all current openings and apply online at: https://schenectady.recruitfront.com/JobOpportunities
You're invited to the Steinmetz Freshman Leadership Academy Open House & Orientation on Wednesday August 27th, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This special event welcomes all incoming freshmen and their families to meet Principal Justin Lansley, learn about his vision for the school year, and tour our brand-new facilities designed to support student success.🎓 To top it off, we’ll be hosting a cookout—so come hungry and ready to celebrate the start of an exciting new journey. We can’t wait to meet you and help you feel at home at Steinmetz!🌟
Starting September 1st, when you purchase a reusable community bag at Hannaford, $1 will be donated to the SCSD Educational Foundation. Your small act of sustainability directly supports local students by funding valuable academic opportunities. 🌱📖
Join us every 4th Thursday this summer at Jerry Burrell Park in Schenectady, NY for Movies on the Hill—a free, family-friendly outdoor film series dedicated to building community through the arts. Presented by Narley Neighbors, this grassroots nonprofit event brings neighbors together with music by DJ A.R. Dollar, fun starting at 6:30 PM, and movies at dusk. Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy this year’s remaining lineup: Godzilla x Kong on 8/28, and Crooklyn on 9/25! 🎬🍿
Attention Central Park 6th graders! 🎒 Don’t miss out on 6th Grade Orientation happening on August 20th - 11:00 AM or 5:00 PM—it's the perfect way to get ready for an amazing school year. Check out the flyer for all the details! 📣
RSVP Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdu5nJeb_nOcBTLRTE7JQNaaK7fzwJjGISmNON6wpuBOp3HAA/viewform?pli=1
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Watch today's parent Cell Phone Policy information session on YouTube ➡️ https://youtu.be/LkTWdSYnAJQ
Next parent info sessions
📍 Thursday, August 7 · 6 p.m.
SCSD Family & Community Engagement Center (530 Liberty St.)
💻 Monday, August 11 · 9 a.m. Virtual session — link will be shared before the event.
Submit your questions in Let's Talk 🗣 https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/embed.aspx?L=PR6F7KR7D2BLT
We're hosting Family Information Sessions to share details about our new cell phone policy — designed to support student focus and connection throughout the school day. Come learn more and ask questions!
📍 Monday, August 4 · 9 a.m.
Location: SCSD Family & Community Engagement Center (530 Liberty St.)
📍 Thursday, August 7 · 6 p.m.
Location: SCSD Family & Community Engagement Center (530 Liberty St.)
💻 Monday, August 11 · 9 a.m.
Virtual session — link will be shared before the event.
Schenectady Out of the Darkness Walk
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Central Park - Event begins 12:00pm
Register at afsp.org/schenectady
NO HEALTH INSURANCE?
The Cancer Services Program* of Fulton, Montgomery, and Schenectady Counties offers cancer screenings for FREE to eligible individuals 40 years of age and older who DO NOT have health insurance.
Join us at 2500 Cambridge Road TOMORROW from 9AM to 4PM for free school supplies and book bags during the “Fill the Bus” event. Hosted by Home Depot and State Farm, this is a great way to get ready for the new school year! 🚌
Fall Sports Registration is OPEN!
📣Sport Offerings: Cheerleading, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming & Diving, Tennis, Unified Bocce, volleyball
Registration web address
➡️ https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/schenectady-city-school-district-athletics
🎭🐠Dive into fun with Schenectady Summer Theatre Camp’s performance of Go Fish! Join us TOMORROW at 6:00pm for a fin-tastic musical adventure—free for all! 🎶🌊
💉 Ellis Family Health Center is hosting their annual Back-toSchool Vaccination Clinic to help children in the community get their school vaccinations in a timely manner and during hours that are convenient for families. Please call 518.382.2260 to schedule an appointment.
Click here for vaccination requirements ➡️ https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/5914245/25_26_Immunization_Requirements.pdf
🗓 Tuesday, August 12 & Tuesday, August 19
⏰ 2:00 pm -7:00 pm
📍Family Health Center 624 McClellan St., Suite 101, Schenectady, NY, 12304
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Please bring a printed copy of any vaccine record and documentation from the school to assist in identifying vaccination needs and insurance card.
For more information call: 518.382.2260
Here’s another Alumni Profile celebrating our first pillar: student and graduate success! 🌟 Meet Janelle Garland, SHS Class of 2018, who is now an Assistant Property Manager. Congratulations on your accomplishments!
Our Maple Sugaring program & March’s Harvest of the Month were featured in Fresh Bites by the NY School Nutrition Association!!!! Read the piece here: https://publications.nyschoolnutrition.org/view/453821389/32-33/
We're hosting Family Information Sessions to share details about our new cell phone policy — designed to support student focus and connection throughout the school day. Come learn more and ask questions!
📍 Monday, August 4 · 9 a.m. Location: SCSD Family & Community Engagement Center (530 Liberty St.)
📍 Thursday, August 7 · 6 p.m. Location: SCSD Family & Community Engagement Center (530 Liberty St.)
💻 Monday, August 11 · 9 a.m. Virtual session — link will be shared before the event.
Today we visited Yates and MLK as we kick off the final week of the summer program! ☀️ Students have learned so much over the past few weeks and created some truly incredible art. 🎨 Check out some of their amazing work!
Join us at 2500 Cambridge Road on August 2nd from 9AM to 4PM for free school supplies and book bags during the “Fill the Bus” event. Hosted by Home Depot and State Farm, this is a great way to get ready for the new school year! 🚌
Learning, growing, and connecting at the Innovative Schools Summit with the incredible Erica MacFarlane and Kristine Rodgers—an unforgettable summer experience with amazing educators!
SCSD is pleased to announce five administrative appointments, approved by the Board of Education on Wednesday, July 16. Click on the link to learn more: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2320724
