Schenectady City School District

Good evening ... Please click on the link to open the District Update for the week ending March 22: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/district-update-march-22-2024 Reminder: There is no school on Monday in observance of Holi. Have a great weekend.

Joyce Akhelume, a Schenectady HS senior, took her seat at the table last night as a board of education student rep. While Joyce & Zohanna Nizrudin are not voting members, they bring student voice & perspective to discussions with the board. #studentvoice #schenectadyrising

Congratulations to Joe DiCaprio who was named deputy superintendent of the Schenectady City School District. The board of education approved his appointment at the meeting on March 20. - - > More: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/1516857

🚨PLEASE READ🚨 At last night's Board of Education meeting, board members approved April 8, 2024 as a day off in the district. No classes for grades PK-12 and the district offices are closed.

We are proud to offer full-day Pre-K programs to 3 & 4 year old children. Admission is by lottery. - - > Go here for applications: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/1503365 If your child will be 4 on or before Dec. 1, please complete the 4 year old application.

Oneida Middle School 7th grade social media campaign: "Avoid making comparisons on social media." #Oneida7thgradersrock #StudentVoice

Last night SHS 10th grader Suraj Singh spoke about the significance of Phagwa/Holi and how it is celebrated. Roshni Mangru performed a beautiful Holi dance. As part of our district's efforts to be inclusive of all, we will be closed on March 25 in observance of Holi.

Middle & High School Girls are invited to the official launch of "Shades of Sisterhood", Saturday, March 23, 12 - 2 p.m. at Schenectady High School. Since we are providing refreshments, we ask you to please RSVP to Tatayana Gibson by emailing gibsont@schenectadyschools.org

REMINDER: Board of Education meeting tonight, 6:30 p.m. in the Mont Pleasant Middle School Schenectady Room. Livestream link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5CyDEugczo Agenda available on BoardDocs.

📰Read all about it📰 Dr. Cotto outlines the plan for his first 100 days. https://www.dailygazette.com/news/cotto-outlines-plan-for-first-months-as-new-schenectady-superintendent/article_df8eb3a6-e566-11ee-8147-37e0c514a12b.html

It's time to register for the 2024 Summer Enrichment Program which will be held July 8 through August 12. Grades K-12! Click here to register now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7ZD7EBtbOEOExX_TE_gqJzGwYFDPOk2xMtxvFRzRrlUDRhA/viewform

If you have a child who will be 3 or 4 years old by December 1, don't forget to apply for the 2024-2025 Pre-K lottery. Applications are due by April 26. Click on the link for the applications: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/1503365

Oneida Middle School 7th grade social media campaign: "Keep social media positive! It's no place for inappropriate behavior! Be safe! Be kind! #future #peace #teenmedia #Oneida7thgradersrock

📸Central Park Middle School students attended a student empowerment retreat with the Restorative Practices team at Union College last week. #SchenectadyRising

Register for the 2024 Summer Enrichment Program. Open to students in grade K-12. Click here to register today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7ZD7EBtbOEOExX_TE_gqJzGwYFDPOk2xMtxvFRzRrlUDRhA/viewform Deadline to Apply is April 12

Last Wednesday as part of PD Day, teachers at Zoller enjoyed therapeutic art led by art teacher Cori Schinnerer. This activity is great for community building, strengthening relationships, and self care.

COMMUNITY. NOTE: GIRLS Inc., Eureka! Open House March 26 , 6 - 7 p.m. 962 Albany St., Schenectady Learn about the Girls Inc. Stem Program for girls. STEM activities for 7th grades girls & their families. Refreshments and snacks will be served.

Oneida Middle School 7th grade social media campaign! Student Tips: 1. Limit your time on social media 2. Use social media to connect with your friends 3. Avoid conflict on social media #Oneida7thGradersRock #StudentVoice

COMMUNITY NOTE: Wisdom Sharing Youth Summit March 30, 9 a.m. Proctors Theatre See Flyer for details.

Don't miss the IB Art Exhibition coming up in April! April 15 - 30. Opening Reception April 17, 3:30 - 7 p.m.