October is National School Principal Month! 🍎 Today, we celebrate our principals and assistant principals—the cornerstones of our district.
They are visionary leaders who tirelessly manage, inspire, and foster safe, rigorous, and positive environments for every student.
Please join us in thanking these incredible school leaders.
#ThankAPrincipal #SchoolLeadership #PrincipalMonth
They are visionary leaders who tirelessly manage, inspire, and foster safe, rigorous, and positive environments for every student.
Please join us in thanking these incredible school leaders.
#ThankAPrincipal #SchoolLeadership #PrincipalMonth
Time to celebrate our unsung heroes! 🎉
Today is National Custodian Appreciation Day, and we are shining the spotlight on our incredible Custodial Services Team.
They are the indispensable backbone of our schools, working tirelessly—often before the sun rises and long after it sets—to ensure our facilities are safe, healthy, and welcoming for every student and staff member.
From rigorous sanitation and maintenance to setting up for every assembly and event, their dedication is the foundation of our positive learning environment. Thank you for your unwavering professionalism and commitment.
Please drop a quick "thank you" to your school custodians and cleaners today.
#CustodianAppreciationDay #SchoolHeroes #ThankACustodian #OurCommunity
Early Dismissal Drill on Friday, October 3
This is a reminder about our upcoming annual "Go Home Early Drill," a practice required by New York State every year.
On Friday, October 3, 2025, all students will be dismissed from school 15 minutes early. The goal of this drill is to test our transportation and communication systems so they can operate smoothly in a real emergency.
More info: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2446363
This is a reminder about our upcoming annual "Go Home Early Drill," a practice required by New York State every year.
On Friday, October 3, 2025, all students will be dismissed from school 15 minutes early. The goal of this drill is to test our transportation and communication systems so they can operate smoothly in a real emergency.
More info: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2446363
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week:
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-26-2025
Have a great weekend.
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-26-2025
Have a great weekend.
Early Dismissal Drill on Friday, October 3
This is a reminder about our upcoming annual "Go Home Early Drill," a practice required by New York State to ensure our School Emergency Management Plan is effective.
On Friday, October 3, 2025, all students will be dismissed from school 15 minutes early. The goal of this drill is to test our transportation and communication systems so they can operate smoothly in a real emergency.
More info: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2446363
This is a reminder about our upcoming annual "Go Home Early Drill," a practice required by New York State to ensure our School Emergency Management Plan is effective.
On Friday, October 3, 2025, all students will be dismissed from school 15 minutes early. The goal of this drill is to test our transportation and communication systems so they can operate smoothly in a real emergency.
More info: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2446363
Staying connected is more important than ever! 📣
Don't miss out on important updates, emergencies, or school news. Please take a moment to ensure we have your most current phone number, email, and mailing address on file.
You can submit changes through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/campus-parent-portal
Don't miss out on important updates, emergencies, or school news. Please take a moment to ensure we have your most current phone number, email, and mailing address on file.
You can submit changes through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/campus-parent-portal
Howe, Yates & Zoller are experiencing an unexpected intermittent power outage. While this has impacted some building operations, staff has made the necessary adjustments to ensure a safe environment. All students will be dismissed at the normal time today.
Just a friendly reminder: it's Elementary Back to School Night TONIGHT!
Join us to meet your child's teachers, see their classroom, and learn about the exciting year ahead. It's the perfect opportunity to get connected and build a strong foundation for a successful school year.
See you there!
Join us to meet your child's teachers, see their classroom, and learn about the exciting year ahead. It's the perfect opportunity to get connected and build a strong foundation for a successful school year.
See you there!
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending September 19, 2025
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-19-2025
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-19-2025
Reminder that Back to School Nights are coming up.
This is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet your student's teachers, learn about the curriculum, and get a feel for their classroom environment.
This is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet your student's teachers, learn about the curriculum, and get a feel for their classroom environment.
There have been a few incidents recently where children were approached by strangers on their way to or from school or while waiting for the bus. We want to thank the students who did the right thing by immediately reporting what happened, which allowed police to respond promptly.
Your child's safety is our top priority, and we ask that you take a moment to review and reinforce important safety habits with them. Please remind your child to always report anything that seems suspicious to a trusted adult, whether it's a parent, teacher, or police officer. Having these conversations can give them the confidence to respond safely in any situation.
Your child's safety is our top priority, and we ask that you take a moment to review and reinforce important safety habits with them. Please remind your child to always report anything that seems suspicious to a trusted adult, whether it's a parent, teacher, or police officer. Having these conversations can give them the confidence to respond safely in any situation.
Happy Friday!
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update this week:
http://bit.ly/3IhybT3
Have a great weekend.
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update this week:
http://bit.ly/3IhybT3
Have a great weekend.
Get ready to make a splash! 💧 We're excited to announce that registration is now open for our Learn to Swim program for elementary and middle school students. Lessons are open to students from Schenectady and Colonie schools. Schenectady residents who are parents or guardians of an elementary/middle school-aged child can also register if space is available.
Learn more and register today by clicking https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfONEUJG9prO1Xyj2lzK0KYAuePgM0x5SZBpU1-bdZQtBpRbA/viewform
The Schenectady Police are actively investigating after a student reported to the staff at Big Picture today that they were approached by a male driver near Albany Street and Hulett Street yesterday. Schenectady Police, including our Community Engagement Officers, are following up on the incident.
Police said that it is an active investigation and further details will be released as they become available.
Police determined that the reported incident on September 8 at Craig Street and Delamont Avenue is unfounded.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Schenectady Police Tip Line at 518-788-6566.
Police said that it is an active investigation and further details will be released as they become available.
Police determined that the reported incident on September 8 at Craig Street and Delamont Avenue is unfounded.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Schenectady Police Tip Line at 518-788-6566.
Community Note
Sportsmans Bowl
Kids Fall Bumper League
See attached information
Sportsmans Bowl
Kids Fall Bumper League
See attached information
COMMUNITY NOTE
Sycamore Collaborative is holding a Fall Festival
September 20, 12 -2 p.m.
837 Albany St.
Sycamore Collaborative is holding a Fall Festival
September 20, 12 -2 p.m.
837 Albany St.
The Schenectady Police Department shared this evening that they are investigating a report from a child who stated she was approached by an unknown male while waiting at a bus stop near Craig
Street and Delamont Avenue between 7:45 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.
The child described the individual as a Black male with a beard, wearing all black clothing.
Detectives are working to identify potential witnesses and review surveillance footage from the
area.
Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact the Schenectady Police
Department’s Detective Division at 518-382-5200 Ext 5245 or provide information
anonymously through the Tips Line at 518-788-6566.
Street and Delamont Avenue between 7:45 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.
The child described the individual as a Black male with a beard, wearing all black clothing.
Detectives are working to identify potential witnesses and review surveillance footage from the
area.
Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact the Schenectady Police
Department’s Detective Division at 518-382-5200 Ext 5245 or provide information
anonymously through the Tips Line at 518-788-6566.
Good afternoon ... Please click on the link to open Superintendent Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-5-2025
Have a great weekend.
Have a great weekend.
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.
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
* 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
