Last night it was reported that a student heard from another student that a threat was made toward Central Park Middle School. Our CEOs were immediately contacted and they investigated. Following the investigation, it was determined that the threat was not credible at this time, meaning there was no intent to follow through or cause harm.
We take every threat seriously. Please continue to remind students if they see or hear something that seems suspicious to always report it.
If you have questions or concerns, please submit them through Let's Talk: https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/embed.aspx?k=WR7D2BLT
➡️➡️This week is School Board Recognition Week. Please join us by offering gratitude to our school board members who are volunteers who devote countless hours of their time. We have a thoughtful board in which every member truly cares about every student, family, staff member and the well-being of our community. Pls express your appreciation for their service.
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🙌 Congrats to Rowan & Austin Summers (SHS Class of 2024) who earned the significant achievement of Eagle Scout. This remarkable accomplishment reflects personal dedication, growth& a commitment to service and leadership! Congratulations on this honor! #schenectadyproud
The "SpeakUp for Safety" confidential tipline is open 24 hrs every day. Students can easily report threats of violence, bullying, peers in crisis, & other imminent concerns that affect student well-being & security. Call 518-765-1500 or go to speakup@schenectadyschools.org
We want to make sure that you know there is support for your children in school.
If your child is struggling or you have concerns, please contact your school counselor.
Additional resources are listed online here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/1817554
Our community partners are offering support to students who may need it before they return to school Tues.
Behavioral Health Center - Number: 518-381-8911
Ellis Mental Health - Number 518-612-2155
Other resources on our website: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/1817554
We have sad news to share. Please read an important note to the school community from Superintendent Dr. Cotto here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/1817554
🎓SUNY Free Application Week: Oct. 21- Nov. 3
Save money by applying to up to five SUNY schools with no application fee. Contact the high school counseling office with questions.
Good afternoon,
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending October 11: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/district-update-october-11-2024
Have a great weekend.
Don't forget ... No school Monday
We wish you a meaningful Yom Kippur! Yom Kippur means "Day of Atonement" in Hebrew. This is the holiest Jewish holiday of the year and ends the ten days of High Holidays of "Days of Awe" which begins with Rosh Hashanah.
Everyone is invited to the Safety Fair on October 24 from 3-6 p.m. at Schenectady High School. Several vendors will be on hand to answer questions and demonstrate how the weapons screening devices work. We will also be looking for feedback.
Mark Your Calendar .... Job Fair in one week!
Wednesday, October 16
2- 4 p.m.
530 Liberty St. Lobby Area
For openings and to apply: https://schenectady.recruitfront.com/JobOpportunities
📝 All students in grades 9-12 will take the PSAT or SAT at no cost on Thursday, October 24th, 2024. Contact the high school counseling office with questions.
🎨Coming up in the Butzel Gallery
"Amazing Weather"
John Hampshire
October 15 - November 4
Opening Reception: October 16 3:30-6:30 p.m.
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🔬STEM Saturday, serving all students K-12
MLK Elementary
Saturday, October 26
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0v6jHVqd43nScbrezq5zwXxC_yf3icJoD0X4j0F9SPrx8Jw/viewform?usp=sf_link
INTERESTED IN WRESTLING? If you are in grades 7-12 and interested in giving wrestling a try, please let us know by clicking on the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdK_e6NYmhoMHxPw13b7XaSYZd5KYyF-Wpp7qgCYVwevUnJ6Q/viewform
REMINDER:
Board of Education Work Session will be held Wednesday, October 9, 6:30 p.m., 530 Liberty St.
Agenda is available on Board Docs.
Live-stream link: https://www.youtube.com/live/RAfmdZJKE1Q?feature=share
Yates will be open and school in session tomorrow, Monday, October 7. The water main break has been repaired. Thank you!
🏈⚽️🏊🏽♀️ Patriots sports schedule for the week beginning 10/7
This is a follow-up to the note sent earlier about the threat on social media. We learned from the police that the student who made the threat on social media has been arrested and charged with "Making a Terroristic Threat" (Class D Felony).
