Schenectady City School District

Our Alumni Spotlight this week features SHS graduate Luisa Sanchez , who is currently working as a Prevention & Testing Navigator. Congratulations on your continued success, Luisa — we are proud of you!

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

#passionatepeople #SCSDstrategicplan ❤️💙

🏆Upcoming Winter Sports Tryout Schedule. November 17-21🏆

📢 We’re Hiring!
Join us at the Schenectady City School District Job Fair on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 2:00–4:00 PM at 530 Liberty Street, Schenectady (Main Entrance Lobby Area).

We’re looking for Nurses, Secretaries, Intervention Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Teaching Assistants, Parent Liaisons, Maintenance Staff, and more! 🌟

💼 Immediate interviews available! Don’t forget to bring printed copies of your resume and make sure your online application is submitted.

For more details, visit https://schenectady.recruitfront.com/JobOpportunities

This week’s Teacher of the Week is Melissa Hughes! Melissa has been a dedicated Special Education teacher in the district for 7 years!

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 ❤️💙

🏀 Books and Basketball brings a love of reading and sports together. It's a partnership between Hamilton and Keane Elementary that helps students level up their literacy and team work skills. The staff and students met last Saturday morning for a scrimmage.

🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day!
Today, we pause to honor and express our deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Your dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten. Thank you for your service to our nation.

#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #MilitaryService #HonorOurVets

The Blue Roses Theatre Company is excited to announce their first show of the season: Reckless by Craig Lucas. The story begins on a snowy Christmas Eve, where protagonist Rachel experiences an unexpected revelation from her husband, Tom, who confesses he has contracted a hitman to kill her, leading her on a bizarre journey filled with eccentric characters.

📅 Showtimes:
Thursday, Nov. 20 @ 7:00 PM
Friday, Nov. 21 @ 7:00 PM
Saturday, Nov. 22 @ 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM

🎭 Don’t miss it! Catch Reckless by Craig Lucas in the William W. Ziskin Black Box Theater at SHS!

📅 REMINDER! 📅

There is NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11th, in observance of Veterans Day.

All schools and offices are closed. Classes will resume on Wednesday.

Please take a moment to honor our nation's veterans. 🇺🇸

#VeteransDay #NoSchool #SchoolReminder

REMINDER
Our community partners are here to support families.

Here is the list of school and community resources: https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/Scsd/33aaf189-63e9-4779-9df8-10865eec8e8c/Food-Resources.pdf?disposition=inline

🐐 Big Picture Learning students enjoyed a special visit from a local petting zoo! From goats to alpacas, they learned about animal care, empathy, and respect while connecting with nature in a fun, hands-on way. 🌿💚 #BigPictureLearning #HandsOnLearning

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-november-07-2025

Have a great weekend!

📸Photo highlights from Lincoln Elementary School's Multicultural Night on Nov. 6.

Our Alumni Spotlight this week features SHS graduate Trish Smith, who is currently working as a primary investigator. Congratulations on your continued success, Trish — we are proud of you!

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

#passionatepeople #SCSDstrategicplan ❤️💙

LEADERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT

We are pleased to announce that Tyler Magyar has been selected as the new Assistant Principal of Woodlawn Elementary School, effective December 1. Please join us in congratulating and welcoming him to the Woodlawn School community.

More >> https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2532803

#WoodlawnElementary #SchoolLeadership #AssistantPrincipal #WelcomeMrMagyar #WoodlawnCommunity

DRIVE THRU PANTRY TODAY!
Sch'dy County is hosting a drive-thru pantry today for local recipients of SNAP today in the back parking lot of SUNY Schenectady beginning at 5 p .m.


https://www.dailygazette.com/news/schenectady-county-to-host-drive-thru-food-pantry-for-snap-recipients/article_78eef178-03dd-417b-bbb9-ff2cc95127d9.html

📢 We’re Hiring!
Join us at the Schenectady City School District Job Fair on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 2:00–4:00 PM at 530 Liberty Street, Schenectady (Main Entrance Lobby Area).

We’re looking for Nurses, Secretaries, Intervention Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Teaching Assistants, Parent Liaisons, Maintenance Staff, and more! 🌟

💼 Immediate interviews available! Don’t forget to bring printed copies of your resume and make sure your online application is submitted.

For more details, visit https://schenectady.recruitfront.com/JobOpportunities

🎉 Join us for Family Bingo Night!
📅 Friday, November 21, 2025 | 🕠 Starts at 5:30 PM
📍 SHS Cafeteria – Enter through the FA Wing
Enjoy a fun evening with prizes, raffles, and more!

This week’s Teacher of the Week is Alyssa Enlow! Alyssa has been a dedicated 3rd grade teacher at PV for 4 years!

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 ❤️💙

In celebration of Children’s Book Week, check out this brand new book by Woodlawn Librarian Nikki O'Rourke. "Kiss and Hug Goodnight," was recently published by Dorrance Publishing, you can find out more by clicking here ➡️ https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2529643

SAVE THE DATE 📅 8th grade families

High School Information Sessions 🎓

Get ready to plan for high school.

Join us for our information sessions to learn about academics, programs, extracurriculars, and how to successfully transition to high school.

All current 8th graders and their families are invited.