There is a special meeting of the Board of Education Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. at 530 Liberty St.
Scan the code for full agenda.
Live-stream link: https://www.youtube.com/live/BlX6iU8z-tI
Do you have a child entering grades 4-7 interested in wrestling? Sign them up for wrestling camp starting SOON! Register through this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeII_dXg7thN0AobU8fbudEN8gqrej9mvcRZ43AnGAdNZajCQ/viewform
While school’s out for summer, Sycamore Collaborative is stepping up to make sure no child in Schenectady goes hungry—serving an anticipated 10,000 meals this season, a 40% jump from last year. With the help of local volunteers and support from the Schenectady City School District, kids are enjoying hot, familiar favorites! Learn more here: https://www.news10.com/community/sycamore-collaboratives-summer-meal-program-sees-40-in-demand/
Join us for a Parent Information Session regarding our new cell phone policy for the upcoming school year. We'll cover the 'why' and the 'how,' and answer your questions.
See flyer for schedule.
Understanding this policy is key to supporting your child's success and focus.
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Analy Cruz-Phommany as the Asst. Superintendent of Teaching &Learning. Pls join us in welcoming her. More here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/5867303/Analy_Cruz-Phommany_.pdf
We invite parents, guardians, students, staff, & community members to review and provide feedback on the proposed 2025-26 Code of Conduct.
The comment period is open through August 10, 2025
Follow this link: https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/embed.aspx?L=PR6N8DR7D2BLT
We are pleased share the announcement of Mr. Brandon Coon as Cohort Principal of Visual and Performing Arts at Schenectady High School. Please join us in congratulating Mr. C.
Read more here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2306756
Please join us in congratulating Justin Lansley who as appointed Principal of the New Steinmetz Freshman Leadership Academy on Wednesday evening.
More: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/5867304/Justin_Lansley_Announcement.pdf
The 2025-2026 Safety Plan is available for review. The 30-day comment period is open until August 11, 2025. Follow link to review the plan and provides comments or suggestions: https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/embed.aspx?L=PR6N8KR7D2BLT
Reminder
There have been changes to the SHS Transportation schedule for summer school & the credit recovery program. The schedule is here:
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/5860185/SHS_Summer_Transportation_2025_Updated__2_.pdf
Mark your calendars now! 🎭🐠Dive into fun with Schenectady Summer Theatre Camp’s performance of Go Fish! Join us on Friday, August 1st at 6:00pm for a fin-tastic musical adventure—free for all! 🎶🌊
Board of Education Reorganization and Regular Meetings
Wednesday, July 9
6:30 p.m.
530 Liberty St.
Meeting will be live-streamed.
Agendas are available on Board Docs: https://go.boarddocs.com/ny/schenectady/Board.nsf/Public#
We are pleased to share that we are working with Yondr as move toward our phone-free environment. We will be sharing videos, resources & more with you. In the interim, here's a peek at how it works!
https://vimeo.com/986781861
IMPORTANT REMINDER
If your students rides the bus to school, please be sure that we have your correct address on file. If your address changes over the summer, please contact your child's school to update it.
Address changes and daycare forms must be received by August 1.
A phone-free school?
Yes, it's the law but more importantly phone-free schools have many benefits. including more student focus, mental health, & genuine connection. #BetterEducation #StudentSuccess
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/cell-phone-policy-2025-2026
Reminder that the Farm to Family on Wheels truck has hit the streets of Schenectady this week! This program helps bring free fresh produce to families all over the city. Check out this flyer for dates and times coming up! 🥦🥕🌽
Happy Fourth of July! 🎉 We wish you a safe and joyful Independence Day filled with celebration & good company. Today, we celebrate the brave men and women who fought for our freedom. Let's honor their legacy
#FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #July4th #America"
As part of our strategic plan, we proudly recognize Tiffany Banwari as our Passionate Person of the Week! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to this district, Tiffany! ⭐ #passionatepeople
Looking for a new career opportunity in education or support services? Come to the SCSD Job Fair on July 16th, 2025, from 2–4 PM for on-the-spot interviews and a chance to explore various open positions!
A huge thank you to Assemblyman Santabarbara for announcing new state funding to support our Farm to Wheels program! This crucial funding helps keep our mobile food truck rolling, bringing fresh produce directly into our community.
#partnershipswithfamilyandcommunity
