Early College High School

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending May 15. https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-may152026

Registration is open for the 21st Century Summer Program (Grades 6-12)

Dates: July 6 - 31
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdltjj1O1B3RUxlhglAMQMapu2q5ThtMNyqZby0TU40fNMZNg/viewform

🗳️ ONE WEEK UNTIL THE VOTE: MAY 19
In exactly one week, Tuesday, May 19, our community will head to the polls for the Annual School Budget Vote and Board Election.

📋 What’s on the Ballot?

>> 2026-27 School Budget: The proposed plan to fund our classrooms, programs, and student services for the upcoming year. No Tax Levy Increase.

>> Three Facility Propositions

>> Board of Education Election

Scan the QR Code for details.

📍 Where & When
Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Time: Noon - 9 p.m.

Not sure where to vote? Click here: https://nb.findmypollplace.com/schenectadyCSD/AmIRegistered.aspx?language=en

Click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending May 8: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-may-8-2026

May is here! 🌸 Don't let "Spring Fever" get in the way of learning. We’re in the final countdown, and we want to see EVERY student finishing the year on a high note. 📝✨

Let’s keep showing up, staying engaged, and making these final seven weeks count 📝✨

#projectbehere

SCSD Parents, Guardians, & Caregiver are Invited!
Financial Wellness for Families
Today at 5:30 p.m.
1104 Webster St.

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending May 1: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-may-1-2026

Have a great weekend.

Not all heroes wear capes—some wear aprons! 🦸‍♂️🍎 Huge thanks to our school nutrition team for fueling our students with healthy meals and big smiles every day.

Take a second to thank a cafeteria hero today.

#SchoolLunchHeroDay #FuelForSuccess #ThankYou

EVERYONE IS INVITED!

SCSD 2026 Wellness Fair
Monday, May 4
3 - 6 p.m.
Proctors

We hope to see you there!

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-april-24-2026-01

Have a great weekend.

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending April 17:
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-april-17-2026

Have a great weekend.

SCSD Faculty and Staff
Join us for the 2026 Employee Wellness Fair
Monday, May 4
3 - 6 p.m.
Proctors, 432 State St.

Welcome Back, Schenectady! 🎒

We hope everyone had a restful and rejuvenating Spring Recess. We’ve missed our students, and we’re ready for a fantastic final stretch of the school year!

Success starts with being here. Let’s start the week strong. We can't wait to see everyone in class today.

# projectbehere #SchenectadyRising #AttendanceMatters #WelcomeBack

We Can’t Wait to See You Tomorrow 🌸

We hope our students, families, and staff had a wonderful and restful Spring Recess. It’s time to gear up for the final stretch of the school year.

Success starts with being here. Let’s start the week strong by arriving on time and ready to learn tomorrow, Monday, April 13.

#projectbehere #SCSDStrong #AttendanceMatters #WelcomeBack

🗓️2026-2027: The Deadline is April 13

The Pre-K lottery application window is currently open, but it closes soon. To be included, you must complete your registration by Monday, April 13, 2026

📝 Eligibility Requirements
To apply, families must reside within the Schenectady City School District. Age requirements are as follows:

3-Year-Old Program: Child must be 3 on or before December 1, 2026.

4-Year-Old Program: Child must be 4 on or before December 1, 2026.

Note: Children already eligible for Kindergarten this fall are not eligible for the 4-year-old UPK program.

🗳️ How it Works

Admission is determined via a random lottery. During the application, families will have the opportunity to rank their preferred locations.

Lottery Draw Date: May 1, 2026

Post-Lottery Registration: Applications received after April 13 will be processed on an ongoing basis for any remaining spots.

🔗 Ready to Register?

Don't wait! Ensure your child has a chance at a spot by starting the process today.

👉 Click Here For More Information & to Register for the 2026-2027 UPK Program: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/prekindergarten

Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter! 🌷 Whether you’re hunting for eggs, sharing a meal with loved ones, or simply enjoying the spring day, we hope your Sunday is filled with joy, peace, and love.

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-april022026

Have a great weekend and recess .

We will see you on Monday, April 13.

One Day Left! 🎒

We’re almost to Spring Recess, but we aren't there yet. Let’s finish the week strong and show up tomorrow to make this final day count. We can’t wait to see everyone in school before we head out for the break.

#projectbehere