Interested in playing baseball? Opportunities for students of all ages and grade levels.
Please complete this interest form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gQN7Z-F_AoS-7i3dsKIsc-87TSdHjrQsqq8uoc7-bnA/viewform?edit_requested=true&pli=1
Join us at Girls Inc. on January 31st at 5:30pm for a fun-filled evening of karaoke and ice cream! Don’t miss out on the laughter, music, and sweet treats! 🎤🍦
Check out another colorful and creative piece by MLK 5th grader Keriona Johnson-Madison! Stay tuned for more amazing artwork representing our sports. One school will win a free field trip courtesy of the transportation department! Great job, Keriona! 🎳
Thank you to the SCSD Education Foundation more than $63,000 in classroom grants awarded to teachers this year. Another example of community partnerships that support our teachers and students. This was highlighted in the Daily Gazette High Notes today: https://www.dailygazette.com/opinion/high-notes-kids-challenge-for-heart-defects-autism-grants-funds-for-teachers/article_4f053e0a-d9bb-11ef-aa3d-2b1a5e496137.html
#partnershipswithfamiliesandcommunity
Check out these highlights from Dr. Cotto’s recent visits to Keane and Zoller! 🚀 Don’t miss the third slide for a sneak peek at his latest intergalactic adventure... Hope everyone had an awesome week! ✨
Everyone is invited to Family Literacy Day on Saturday, January 25, 10 a.m. at 120 Emmons St.
Click on the link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSch6zscfH2k4QZM3dHrxjOB0soZ7wQGe-B3XIXH4NnzYCNzYw/viewform
We hope to see you there.
Today was our annual spelling bee for grades 6-8! 🐝 Congrats to all finalists for an incredible job, and a special shoutout to our winners: 1st place Gibson Morris (OMS), 2nd place Priya Goberdhan (MLK), and 3rd place Ashton Persaud (Van)! Your hard work truly paid off! 🏆
🍎Pamela Eighmie was recognized by the Board of Education as 2025 Teacher of the Year at last night's board meeting. #PassionatePeople
Reminder
Beginning Monday, January 27, students who ride CDTA Red line, Green Line and Purple Line will be picked up at their stops ten minutes earlier than the current time. Students will arrive at school at approximately 8 a.m.
The lockout at MLK is lifted. Thank you for your patience.
Calling all SCSD middle schoolers! Ready to join our new Ultimate Frisbee team? Use the QR code or the link below to sign up and let’s get playing! 🥏✨
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevEaZejLeowbe3FqS3AKB-omIutN7X-Qmdn_UdX2cm9PIHoA/viewform?usp=header
MLK Elementary School is in a lockout due to police activity in the school community.
All doors are locked and no one can enter the school at this time.
We will let you know when the lockout is lifted.
🔠🎉 The countdown is on! Join us for the District-wide Spelling Bee tomorrow morning at 9 AM at Schenectady County Library. Our elementary and middle school finalists are ready to shine! 🌟
Reminder
Dr. Cotto is holding his monthly Coffee Chat Thursday evening and Friday morning.
Stop by, enjoy a cup of coffee and chat with the superintendent.
Everyone is welcome.
SCSD 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees will be Tony Delgado, Brendan Mitchell & Bob O’Connor. The ceremony is scheduled for 9/15 @ Rivers Casino & Resort. Will also include a Legacy Tribute & Flashback. More: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/1979059
Mark your calendar now! This event will offer many resources and important information.
Bowling season is in full swing! 🎳✨ Check out the colorful and creative artwork by MLK 5th grader Melinda Sardhan! Stay tuned for more amazing artwork representing our sports. One school will win a free field trip courtesy of the transportation department! Great job, Melinda!
The next Board of Education meeting is Wednesday, January 22, 6:30 p.m., 530 Liberty St.
The live-stream link will be posted soon.
As part of our new strategic plan, we proudly recognize Bernice Whiting as our Passionate Person of the Week! Last week, Bernice celebrated an incredible 40 years with the district. Thank you for everything you do to keep our community running smoothly! ⭐
Kicking off our "Board Member of the Week" is Board President Bernice Rivera, who was elected to her third term in 2023. We had the chance to sit down with Bernice to discuss all things SCSD—stay tuned for her full interview this Friday across our social media platforms!🌟
