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!
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 ❤️💙
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
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
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 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!
📅 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 ❤️💙
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.
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.
Teaching children to immerse themselves in a good book is one of the most valuable things you can do as a parent. A childhood love of reading sets the stage for success as an adult. A child who loves reading will have an inquiring mind, a vivid imagination, and great problem-solving skills. Set some time aside to do some reading with your kids this week and inspire a lifelong love of the written word.
Library events: www.scpl.org
#ChildrensBookWeek #OceanOfStories
** REMINDER **
Board of Education Meeting
Wednesday, November 5
6:30 p.m.
530 Liberty St.
Meeting will be live-streamed.
https://www.youtube.com/live/Vga-q7wSkVA
Musician and registration liaison Alex Torres visited Pleasant Valley to share the joy of music with our Pre-K students! 🎶 Check it out!
Happy National School Psychology Week
This week, we're celebrating our amazing School Psychologists & the vital role they play in helping our students, families, and staff.
School Psychologists support students' mental health and emotional well-being., consult with teachers and parents to improve learning & behavior, adviocate for every student's success, academically and socially.
They are critical partners in creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment for everyone!
This week, we're celebrating our amazing School Psychologists & the vital role they play in helping our students, families, and staff.
School Psychologists support students' mental health and emotional well-being., consult with teachers and parents to improve learning & behavior, adviocate for every student's success, academically and socially.
They are critical partners in creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment for everyone!
REMINDER
There is no school for students tomorrow, Tuesday, November 4.
This is a scheduled Superintendent's Conference Day for all faculty and staff.
📚 Dive into Children's Book Week 🌊
It's Children's Book Week! Let's celebrate the joy of reading and discover a world of adventure between the pages. The theme this year is "An Ocean of Stories."
Upcoming Events
November 8, 11 - 2:30 Via Aquarium
Activity and giveaway books
November 8, 1 - 230 p.m., Open Door Bookstore
Sarah van Rijsewijk is signing copies of her children's book Santa and the Sled Dogs
The list of library events is posted at www.scpl.org
Look for "Ocean of Stories"
It's Children's Book Week! Let's celebrate the joy of reading and discover a world of adventure between the pages. The theme this year is "An Ocean of Stories."
Upcoming Events
November 8, 11 - 2:30 Via Aquarium
Activity and giveaway books
November 8, 1 - 230 p.m., Open Door Bookstore
Sarah van Rijsewijk is signing copies of her children's book Santa and the Sled Dogs
The list of library events is posted at www.scpl.org
Look for "Ocean of Stories"
🌾 Farm to School Month wrapped up yesterday, we celebrated with a range of events including Farmer Pop Up Markets at multiple buildings, where fresh local produce from our school gardens and local farms was distributed along with yummy jam from Soul Fire Farm, pickling, cider pressing and seed to loaf lessons with elementary and middle school students, and a Big Apple Crunch at Yates Elementary School, where more than 400 students took a bite out of a local apple during their assembly!
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-october-31-2025
Happy Halloween! Have a great weekend.
Happy Halloween! Have a great weekend.
🎉 LEADERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT: Welcome Our New Principal, Terrence Sloan! 🎉
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Terrence Sloan as the new Principal of Yates Elementary School, effective November 24th.
The Board of Education officially approved his appointment Wednesday night. Mr. Sloan brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to student success that will be a great asset to Yates.
Please join us in giving a warm Yates welcome to Principal Sloan.
More >> https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2519822
#NewPrincipal #SchenectadySchools #PassionatePeople #Leadership
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Terrence Sloan as the new Principal of Yates Elementary School, effective November 24th.
The Board of Education officially approved his appointment Wednesday night. Mr. Sloan brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to student success that will be a great asset to Yates.
Please join us in giving a warm Yates welcome to Principal Sloan.
More >> https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2519822
#NewPrincipal #SchenectadySchools #PassionatePeople #Leadership
🎃 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! 👻
📍 Schenectady High School, FA parking lot
🕓 Friday, October 31 | 4:30–5:30 PM
Enjoy music, candy, and more — don’t forget your costume! 👻
