
As part of our strategic plan, we're excited to announce Rebecca Morris as our Teacher of the Week! 🎉 Rebecca is one of many passionate educators in our district, and we’re so grateful for her the past 13 years teaching 6th grade math at MPMS! #passionatepeople


Struggling with your child’s big feelings? Don’t worry — we’ve got you! Sign up for Tantrum Training happening TOMORROW to learn proven strategies that help calm the chaos and support your child with confidence. Contact Laura Dapolito at DAPOLITOL@SCHENECTADYSCHOOLS.ORG or call 518-573-3955 to get started today! 💡


A reminder to be kind to yourself today 🧠💚 #mentalhealthawarenessmonth


May's Job Fair is almost here! Join us on May 21st from 2–4 PM at 530 Liberty to explore exciting opportunities and find your place in the SCSD family. We're hiring for a variety of roles including teachers, security monitors, school safety officers, paraprofessionals, electricians, and more—don’t miss your chance to make a difference! 👥


Come see SHS Musical Theatre showcase TONIGHT at 6 PM at the GE Theatre 🎶 Admission is free, but be sure to reserve your digital ticket using this link —we can't wait to see you there! ✨ https://tickets.proctors.org/TheatreManager/95/online?presale=&code=SHSMTS25&F_HTML_REDIRECT_COUPON=btnGetEventList


Get ready for liftoff! 🚀 Join us at Mont Pleasant on Thursday, May 29th from 4:30–6:00 PM for a fun evening at the NASA STEM Fair! Experience the excitement of student innovation with projects like the NASA Engineering Design Challenge and SEAPERCH robots!


Join us for the Ring of Hope Boxing Club’s Bingo Fundraiser on May 28th, 5:30-7:30 PM! Enjoy a fun night of prizes and memories while supporting a great cause. Your participation helps provide young men and women with healthy self-defense and community opportunities! 🎉


As part of our strategic plan, we proudly recognize Julia Campbell as our Passionate Person of the Week! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to this district, Julia!⭐ #passionatepeople



The Schenectady Ole Timers Baseball Club is running their Annual Baseball Clinic for Schenectady kids ages 7–12 on July 7 & 8 at Buck Ewing Field in Central Park! This free clinic features top-level instruction from a team of experienced coaches.
Use the link below to register and spread the word to your players and students!
http://bit.ly/2025baseballcamp

Don't miss the next Project Dance performance on May 20th at 7 PM, featuring incredible routines by our talented student dancers. It's a show you won’t want to miss!


🗳 Annual budget vote and board of Education election - Tuesday, May 20, from noon-9 p.m.
🚫 No tax levy increase for a seventh consecutive school year
🏛 The budget reflects the district's goals and supports the four pillars of the Strategic Plan
☑️ A simple majority is required for the budget to pass
🗣 Residents will also select two members to the Board of Education.
For full budget details, click here ➡️ https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2180253


Join us for Meet the Candidates Night TONIGHT at 7:00 PM, located at 530 Liberty Street. Hear directly from the candidates about how they plan to support our school community. Click here for the livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/6UkptUIpqqw


Come see SHS Musical Theatre showcase this Wednesday May 14th at 6 PM at the GE Theatre 🎶 Admission is free, but be sure to reserve your digital ticket using this link —we can't wait to see you there! ✨ https://tickets.proctors.org/TheatreManager/95/online?presale=&code=SHSMTS25&F_HTML_REDIRECT_COUPON=btnGetEventList


The SHS National Honor Society is hosting a car wash fundraiser on May 16th from 3:45 PM to 5:30 PM—come out and support our scholars!


Dozens of Big Picture Learning Schenectady students have been venturing beyond the school walls to work with mentors across Schenectady. These students gain valuable college and career skills through authentic learning experiences that are connected to the community.







This month is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚🧠 — before you can support your friends and classmates, you must first recognize the signs. Check out this infographic for some key identifiers, and stay tuned for more mental health information coming throughout the month. If you are struggling, please reach out to a trusted adult or friend for support because you are not alone in this. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
SCSD mental health resources: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/mental-health-services



🏫 Students from Schenectady High School spent the last week on a number of college and university visits. Thanks to the the district's NY GEARUP grant, our team was able to put together trips to Ithaca, Cornell, NYU, SUNY Poly, Howard University, Morgan State, Cheney University, and Delaware State. 🎓









Please click on the link to open Superintendent Cotto's update for the week ending May 9:
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/district-update-may-09-2025


Join us for Meet the Candidates Night on Tuesday, May 13th at 7:00 PM, located at 530 Liberty Street. Hear directly from the candidates about how they plan to support our school community. Click here for the livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/6UkptUIpqqw


Get ready for an exciting afternoon of health and wellness at the SCSD 2025 Annual Employee Wellness Fair! 🎉 All SCSD employees are invited to bring their families and explore over 75 vendors offering everything from nutrition to mental health resources!


