Here are some amazing photos shared with us by Superintendent Cotto! 📸 He stopped by CHIME Yates Family Day and CHIME Proctors Family Day last week — both events were fantastic and bursting with student talent. CHIME, one of our valued community partners, is dedicated to providing our music students with high-quality education and meaningful opportunities. 🎶
A couple weeks ago, our students had the chance to venture to Union College for the SeaPerch event—an underwater robotics program run by RoboNation. Our teams built and maneuvered underwater robots through obstacle courses and completed missions, showcasing their engineering skills and teamwork. Congratulations to all students involved, and we hope you had an amazing time! 🤖🌊
Last week, Keane hosted an Earth Day celebration to honor our planet and all the amazing plants and animals that call it home. 🌍🌿 A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this such a special and educational event for our students!
Join us for the Schenectady County Food Council’s Spring Community Gathering on April 24th! Let’s break bread, fight food insecurity, and build a stronger, more equitable food system together! 🍽️🌱
Proud to share that our talented Digital Arts student, Elizabeth St. Claire from the Visual Performing Arts LC at SHS, earned an Honorable Mention in Visual Identities and Marketing at the 2025 Regional Media Arts Festival! Congratulations! 🎨
🐣🎉 Join us for Easter on the Hill at Jerry Burrell Park on April 20 from 3–7 PM—6,000 eggs, crafts, food, bounce house, pony rides & more! 🐰 It’s a FREE event, so bring your basket—the hunt starts at 4 PM! 🌸🥚
We wish all who celebrate, a very happy Passover! May this Passover be filled with joy, warmth, and gratitude.
#Passover #Pesach
Reminder
Spring Recess is next week. No school April 14 - 18!
District offices will be closed on Friday, April 18 (Good Friday)
🎬 Congratulations to our PM Mediaworks students at Proctors! Their powerful submission focused on mental health placed 6th out of over 600 entries in The Edit media competition—we're so proud of their hard work and creativity! 👏 Check out their video here: https://shsphoenix.com/1313/news/shs-proctors-program-helps-students/
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/district-update-april-11-2025
Enjoy your weekend and recess next week.
Looking for the perfect prom dress? We've got you covered! 👗 Visit Bethel Northside Community Center TOMORROW for $20 dresses! Scan the QR code or click this link to reserve your shopping time: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/943331160053/false#/invitation
📢 Is your 3 or 4-year-old ready for Pre-K? 🎒✨ Apply today to secure a spot at one of our amazing Pre-K locations! For more details and to access the application, click here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/prekindergarten
Superintendent Cotto surprised Mrs. Hunter’s kindergarten class at Yates this week as their Secret Reader, sharing the heartwarming book Hello There, Sunshine—the kids had an absolute blast! 🌞
🏒 Want to learn how to ice skate? No matter your age, this is your chance! 🧊 Register now for skating lessons at www.schenectadyyouthhockey.com before registration closes on April 18th — don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! See you on the ice! ⛸️
✨ Looking for the perfect prom outfit? 👗🤵 Stop by Bethel Northside Community Center this Saturday for stylish and budget-friendly dresses and suits! Reserve your shopping time slot here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/943331160053/false#/invitation
🎨 Don't miss the incredible artwork opening at The Plaza TOMORROW! These talented students have put in hard work and deserve the recognition. The exhibit runs until May 16—check the flyer for reception details. Amazing job, students! 🖼️
🏈 You don’t want to miss this! The Patriots Spirit Bowl is happening TONIGHT at 4:30 PM—get ready for a night of football , fun , and team spirit 🔥!
REMINDER: Come check out the amazing Vejigantes mask art created by the talented students of Hamilton Elementary! 🎨 The reception will be at 530 Liberty Street TODAY, starting at 2:30 PM!
📢 Attention 8th grade families! Incoming freshmen will be in their own building next year. We’re hosting another information session TOMORROW NIGHT to share all the details. Check out this graphic for its time and location. Don’t miss out on this important event! 🏫
As part of our strategic plan, we're excited to announce Maria Iovinella as our Teacher of the Week! 🎉 Maria is one of many passionate educators in our district, and we’re so grateful for her the past 25 years teaching Kingergarten at Van Corlear! #passionatepeople
