Hamilton Elementary School

WELCOME BACK!!!!

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Cotto's welcome video message: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-3-2025

We look forward to seeing all of our students tomorrow and wish everyone a great school year.

Registration is open for After School Programs at the following schools:

* Hamilton
* Howe
* Keane
* MLK (Will be available soon)
* Van Corlaer
* Woodlawn
* Yates
* Zoller

Go here for your school info: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2383057

We are holding a Family Information Session regarding the new Cell Phone Policy tonight, Thursday, August 28, 6 p.m. at the Family and Community Engagement Center, 530 Liberty St.

Jon us and learn about the policy, reasons for distraction-free schools, expectations, how to communicate, and ask your questions.

Join us for an Information Session on the New Cell Phone policy Tuesday, August 26, 9 a.m.
This will be a virtual session. Here is the link to join: https://meet.google.com/wnf-msgx-tmg?authuser=2

Learn about the policy, expectations, communication & ask questions!

The first day of school for all students in grades Pre-K - 12 is Thursday, September 4. All students will have full days of school on September 4 & September 5. Back to School Information: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/2025-2026-welcome-back-from-superintendent-cotto

Here's a quick start guide for SCSD Rooms. If you don't have a code. Go to "Classrooms" on the bottom right of the SCSD app, click on phone icon & enter your phone number. You will receive a code. More Resources: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/rooms-support

Track your student's bus in real time w/the new Stopfinder app. Get up-to-date bus location, pick-up/drop-off times, & alerts. Make sure your email is on file, then download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. More: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2361105

Attention Incomming Kindergarteners! Hamilton is hosting a Kindergarten boot camp to meet the teacher, see the classrooms and get an idea of what the first few days of school will be like. Boot camp will be August 25, 27, 29 the from 9am-11 am.

Safety Plan Hearing & Board of Education Meeting coming up on Wednesday! 6:30 p.m. 530 Liberty St. Agenda - > https://go.boarddocs.com/ny/schenectady/Board.nsf/files/DKCJRU4C3599/$file/Agenda%208.13.25.pdf

Good morning .... Here is the link for the Family Information Session that will be held this morning at 9 a.m. regarding the cell phone policy: https://meet.google.com/kjp-gsdr-bdy?authuser=0 This morning's session is a virtual meeting.

Summer Storytime ☀️ Featuring Mrs. Sudano and Ms. Izzo Join us for reading fun!

📲 Join us for a Family Information Session to learn more about the new cell phone policy. Learn about the details, ask questions, and partner with us in creating the best possible environment for student success. ➡️ https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2307706 🗓 Monday, August 4 @ 9 a.m. SCSD Family & Community Engagement Center 530 Liberty St. 🗓 Thursday, August 7 @ 6 p.m. SCSD Family & Community Engagement Center 530 Liberty St. 🗓 Monday, August 11 @ 9 a.m. Virtual

Summer Storytime Thursday July 24 10-12! Featuring Ms. Milkins and Mrs. Marotta! See you there!

SCSD is pleased to announce five administrative appointments, approved by the Board of Education on Wednesday, July 16. Click on the link to learn more: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2320724

Summer Storytime Tuesday July 22, 10-12! Featuring Ms. Izzo and Ms. Fournier- Can't wait to hear the story!

MORE ABOUT BELL-TO-BELL DISTRACTION-FREE SCHOOLS Governor Kathy Hochul held a roundtable with New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) President Melinda Person, Capital Region school district administrators, teachers and other stakeholders to highlight their plans for implementing bell-to-bell smartphone restrictions when school resumes this fall. Capital Region school districts who participated in the discussion included the Albany City School District, Schenectady City School District, Utica City School District and East Greenbush Central School District https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/distraction-free-schools-governor-hochul-nysut-and-capital-region-school-districts-highlight

COMMUNITY EVENT Don't miss the 9th Annual Family Fun Day at Steinmetz Park Saturday, July 26, Noon - 3 p.m. Free fun for the whole family!

Our new cell phone policy isn't just a requirement – it's a commitment to student well-being! Following the new state guidelines, this policy aims to reduce distractions, encourage face-to-face interactions, & foster a healthier school community.

Summer Storytime ☀️ Thursday July 17th, 10 am till 12 noon! Featuring Mrs. Green and Mrs. Ciarmiello!

Huge thanks to Dr. Kedley, the IEE team, our Safety Team, Sch'dy Police, & our community partners for creating a safe & fun space for students at our Liberty St. lot during SummerNight on Friday! Over 330 students checked in. A big shoutout to Mike's Hot Dogs for the food vouchers! What a team effort! #SummerNight #StudentSafety #Partnership