Don’t miss our Boys Varsity and JV soccer teams as they face off against Shen on October 16th at 4:15 p.m!
4 months ago, District Communications
Soccor
Join us for the 3rd Annual Trunk & Treats on Oct. 18th from 2–5:30 PM at the Central Park Basketball Courts! 🍭✨ Enjoy trunks & treats, a hot chocolate bar, face painting, bounce house fun, music, and more. Free #NAYTOBER bracelets while supplies last! 🧡
4 months ago, District Communications
Naytober
🎃 Join us for a spooky good time at our Trunk or Treat event!
📍 Schenectady High School, FA parking lot
🕓 Friday, October 31 | 4:30–5:30 PM
Enjoy music, candy, and more — don’t forget your costume! 👻
4 months ago, District Communications
Oct 31st Event
🏃‍♂️ 2025 Futures Cross Country Championships 🏃‍♀️

Students in grades K–6 are invited to attend the Futures XC Championships TODAY at 5:00 p.m. at the Schenectady High School Track & Field Complex!

K–3 students will enjoy a Fun Run, while grades 4–6 compete in grade-level races. Every participant receives a racing bib and place card, with the top 5 finishers in grades 4–6 earning a Schenectady Cross Country t-shirt!

Sign up now at schenectadyxc.com and ignite your passion for XC!
4 months ago, District Communications
Futures Cross Country Invitational Socials (1)
💼 The district's monthly job fair will be this Wednesday from 2 to 4 PM at 530 Liberty Street, Schenectady, NY.
Visit https://schenectady.recruitfront.com/JobOpportunities to see a full list of openings
4 months ago, Ryan Forth
October Job Fair
Today, we honor the resilient spirits, diverse cultures, and enduring sovereignty of Indigenous peoples. We acknowledge the histories and celebrate the contributions of the original inhabitants of this land.

#IndigenousPeoplesDay #NativeNow #IPD
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Indigenous Peoples' Day
🏃‍♂️ 2025 Futures Cross Country Championships 🏃‍♀️

Students in grades K–6 are invited to attend the Futures XC Championships on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. at the Schenectady High School Track & Field Complex!

K–3 students will enjoy a Fun Run, while grades 4–6 compete in grade-level races. Every participant receives a racing bib and place card, with the top 5 finishers in grades 4–6 earning a Schenectady Cross Country t-shirt!

Sign up now at schenectadyxc.com and ignite your passion for XC!
4 months ago, District Communications
Futures Cross Country Invitational Socials (1)
Good afternoon...Pls click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week: http://bit.ly/48qveu2
Have a great weekend.
REMINDER: No school & district offices are closed on Monday, October 13
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Superintendent's Update
🎃 Get ready for Scare-nectady 2025! 👻
Join us Thursday, October 30th, as police cars, fire trucks, and community partners make spooky stops across the city to hand out candy, Halloween coloring books, and high-visibility safety bags!

🕔 Stops & Times:

Fairview Park (Bellevue) — 5:00–5:15 PM

Hamilton Elementary — 5:30–5:45 PM

Jerry Burrell Park — 6:00–6:15 PM

Steinmetz Homes — 6:30–6:45 PM

Woodlawn Elementary — 7:00–7:15 PM

Howe Elementary — 7:30–7:45 PM

Steinmetz Park — 8:00–8:15 PM

🎃 Follow the parade live at scarenectady.transfinder.com
and don’t forget — adults should accompany children for safety after dark!
4 months ago, District Communications
Scare-nectady 2025 Flyer

Didn't catch our important Substance Abuse Panel Discussion last night? No problem!

We've uploaded the full video so you can watch it anytime and get the crucial information you may have missed.

📺 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/MXHEDmFzLoY

If you have questions after watching, we encourage you to reach out. You can submit them through Let's Talk or by texting us at 518-900-7318.

#SubstanceAbusePrevention #CommunityHealth #LetsTalk #PanelDiscussion



4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Substance Abuse Panel Discussion
Happy Italian American Heritage Month! 🇮🇹🇺🇸 October is a great time to celebrate the incredible history, vibrant culture, and countless contributions of Italian Americans that have shaped our nation.

#ItalianAmericanHeritageMonth #ItalianCulture
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Italian American Month

🎉 LEADERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT! 🎉

We are proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Robert Flanders as the new Assistant Director of Fine Arts. Dr. Flanders was officially approved by the Board of Education last night. Congrats, Dr. Flanders! 👏

More >>. https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2476030

#FineArts #EducationLeadership

4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Drl Robert Flanders
⏰ TONIGHT ⏰

Community Forum with Schenectady County, Schenectady Police Department, Ellis Hospital, and New Choices Recovery Center
➡️ Topic: Substance abuse in the Schenectady community

Hear from students, district leaders, and health professionals around prevention, intervention and the challenges facing our youth today.

Join the convo at 6 p.m. at the link below
https://schenectadyk12.webex.com/schenectadyk12/j.php?MTID=m771f1ec9f2008f87259c4d46e6e25c58

4 months ago, District Communications
substance abuse forum
This week’s Teacher of the Week is Kayla Gollmer! Kayla has been a dedicated 4th Grade teacher at Keane for 3 years. Kaylas impact on our students and school community is truly beyond measure. Thank you for everything you do!

To learn more about the passionate people in our district and explore our strategic plan, visit this link: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/strategic-plan-2024-2030

#passionatepeople #SCSDstrategicplan ❤️💙
4 months ago, District Communications
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🎉 Spreading the good news coming from RIF! 🎉

Dive into the latest updates, stories, and happenings in the RIF October Newsletter.

Read it here: https://aptg.co/Mbg5Km

#RIF #ReadingIsFun #OctoberNewsletter #Literacy #GoodNews
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Reading is Fun Newsletter
This week’s Passionate Person of the Week is Janee Hogan, a dedicated lunch monitor at Pleasant Valley We’re grateful for Janee's commitment and care for our students! Thank you, Janee!

To learn more about the passionate people in our district and explore our strategic plan, visit this link: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/strategic-plan-2024-2030

#passionatepeople #SCSDstrategicplan ❤️💙
4 months ago, District Communications
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We were honored to attend the 1st Annual Black & Brown Educators of the Capital District Event at the Albany Black Chamber of Commerce. It was an inspiring afternoon filled with powerful conversations, networking, and celebration of the incredible work being done by educators across the region. ✨
4 months ago, District Communications
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Friendly Reminder: There will be No School and the District Office will be closed on Monday, October 13th, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day/Columbus Day.
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
Reminder
We want to send a huge shout-out and thank you to these amazing NHS scholars for their hard work volunteering at the Grout Run this past Saturday.
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
NHS Scholars volunteering at Grout Run
🔥 What an incredible SHS Hispanic Heritage Potluck, hosted by the amazing Yelena Melendez-Martinez! 🔥

Our school was bursting with delicious food, vibrant culture, and wonderful company. The tables were overflowing with incredible homemade dishes, from savory classics to sweet delights, showcasing the rich diversity of Hispanic culinary traditions.
4 months ago, SCSD Communication
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