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.
Have a great weekend.

🗓SAVE THE DATE
The Wiz Kids at Proctors GE Theatre
June 13, 2026
The Wiz Kids at Proctors GE Theatre
June 13, 2026

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
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!
SCSD 2026 Wellness Fair
Monday, May 4
3 - 6 p.m.
Proctors
We hope to see you there!


🚨 SCSD Employees, you're invited
We’re so excited to invite you and your family to the 2026 Annual Employee Wellness Fair- a day designed to celebrate your health, happiness, and the perfect work-life harmony.
Whether you want to sharpen your mental focus, kickstart a fresh fitness routine, or simply grab a delicious, healthy snack and recharge your battery, there’s something here for everyone!
Event Details
🗓Monday, May 4th, 2026
⏰3 – 6 p.m.
📍Proctors Theater
With over 65 vendors in attendance, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect with local health professionals and discover new ways to support your well-being.
🎁Raffle Prizes! 🎁
Don't miss out on our exciting raffle lineup, including:
Free One-Year Gym Membership
Spa Facial & Fine Line Tattoo
Premium Gift Baskets & Duffle Bags
Store & Restaurant Gift Cards ...and much more!
Transportation & Parking 🚗
To ensure a smooth experience, we have coordinated the following options:
Shuttle Service: We are happy to offer Capital Bus Transportation for easy travel to and from Proctors. To arrange your ride, please contact dispatch at 518-300-4015.
Parking: Complimentary parking is available at two nearby LAZ parking lots:
Clinton South Lot (Directly behind Proctors): 308 Clinton Street
Broadway South Lot (Entrance on Clinton St. Extension): 305 Broadway
We’re so excited to invite you and your family to the 2026 Annual Employee Wellness Fair- a day designed to celebrate your health, happiness, and the perfect work-life harmony.
Whether you want to sharpen your mental focus, kickstart a fresh fitness routine, or simply grab a delicious, healthy snack and recharge your battery, there’s something here for everyone!
Event Details
🗓Monday, May 4th, 2026
⏰3 – 6 p.m.
📍Proctors Theater
With over 65 vendors in attendance, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect with local health professionals and discover new ways to support your well-being.
🎁Raffle Prizes! 🎁
Don't miss out on our exciting raffle lineup, including:
Free One-Year Gym Membership
Spa Facial & Fine Line Tattoo
Premium Gift Baskets & Duffle Bags
Store & Restaurant Gift Cards ...and much more!
Transportation & Parking 🚗
To ensure a smooth experience, we have coordinated the following options:
Shuttle Service: We are happy to offer Capital Bus Transportation for easy travel to and from Proctors. To arrange your ride, please contact dispatch at 518-300-4015.
Parking: Complimentary parking is available at two nearby LAZ parking lots:
Clinton South Lot (Directly behind Proctors): 308 Clinton Street
Broadway South Lot (Entrance on Clinton St. Extension): 305 Broadway

🏟 Girls Modified Flag Football is new for middle school students this year. Read this article from the Gazette on the popularity of the sport and the growth of our program in just two years.
https://www.dailygazette.com/sports/schenectady-girls-flag-football-marks-new-era-of-competition-a-seat-in-the-bleachers/article_f79eb357-61dd-4f0f-80fc-b63c92e48b4d.html
https://www.dailygazette.com/sports/schenectady-girls-flag-football-marks-new-era-of-competition-a-seat-in-the-bleachers/article_f79eb357-61dd-4f0f-80fc-b63c92e48b4d.html
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.
Have a great weekend.

Good Morning Oneida Families:
Our concert date was moved because of an event at the highschool on the original date
Can you please send an update out?
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of students in a musical ensemble at OMS-- Oneida's Spring Concert has been rescheduled to Monday, June 1st, 2026 at the SHS Auditorium. Paper permission slips will be going home shortly or you may sign a digital slip here https://forms.gle/tTp7yJibtwJSacEg8
Padres y/o tutores de los estudiantes que forman parte de un conjunto musical en la OMS: el Concierto de Primavera de Oneida ha sido reprogramado para el lunes 1 de junio de 2026 en el Auditorio de la SHS. En breve se enviarán a casa los formularios de autorización impresos; alternativamente, pueden firmar un formulario digital aquí: https://forms.gle/tTp7yJibtwJSacEg8
Our concert date was moved because of an event at the highschool on the original date
Can you please send an update out?
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of students in a musical ensemble at OMS-- Oneida's Spring Concert has been rescheduled to Monday, June 1st, 2026 at the SHS Auditorium. Paper permission slips will be going home shortly or you may sign a digital slip here https://forms.gle/tTp7yJibtwJSacEg8
Padres y/o tutores de los estudiantes que forman parte de un conjunto musical en la OMS: el Concierto de Primavera de Oneida ha sido reprogramado para el lunes 1 de junio de 2026 en el Auditorio de la SHS. En breve se enviarán a casa los formularios de autorización impresos; alternativamente, pueden firmar un formulario digital aquí: https://forms.gle/tTp7yJibtwJSacEg8
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.
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.
Join us for the 2026 Employee Wellness Fair
Monday, May 4
3 - 6 p.m.
Proctors, 432 State St.


Good Afternoon:
The time you are all waiting for is here.! Come see some of our students perform in our Cinderella production. Your child can purchase pre-sale tickets from Ms. Marshall in room 133. Tickets at the door $5.00.
Great family friendly show! It runs about an hour with a short intermission. Snacks will be available for purchase and we will have raffles!
The time you are all waiting for is here.! Come see some of our students perform in our Cinderella production. Your child can purchase pre-sale tickets from Ms. Marshall in room 133. Tickets at the door $5.00.
Great family friendly show! It runs about an hour with a short intermission. Snacks will be available for purchase and we will have raffles!

Good Morning Families:
Remind that tomorrow Tuesday, April 14th is our Family Bingo Night from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. We hope to see you come out to have a fun evening event with a chance to win some prizes. (Please do not bring children under the age of 8) Thank you!

Hello 8th grade Oneida families! We will be taking an 8th grade group photo on Tuesday, 4/14 in the afternoon with a rain date of Wednesday 4/15 for our yearbook. There are a very limited number of yearbooks left, first come first serve. Order online today!
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1053009/Oneida-Middle-School/Yearbook/2025120509150720369/CATALOG_SHOP/Yearbook/2025120509150721769?utm_campaign=NE+-+YBK+-+Standard+Book+-+Search+-+Brand&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google#design/0
¡Hola a las familias de 8 grado de Oneida! Tomaremos una foto grupal de 8 grado el martes 14 de abril por la tarde para nuestro anuario; en caso de lluvia, la fecha alternativa será el miércoles 15 de abril. Queda un número muy limitado de anuarios disponibles, que se asignarán por orden de llegada. ¡Hagan su pedido en línea hoy mismo!
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1053009/Oneida-Middle-School/Yearbook/2025120509150720369/CATALOG_SHOP/Yearbook/2025120509150721769?utm_campaign=NE+-+YBK+-+Standard+Book+-+Search+-+Brand&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google#design/0
¡Hola a las familias de 8 grado de Oneida! Tomaremos una foto grupal de 8 grado el martes 14 de abril por la tarde para nuestro anuario; en caso de lluvia, la fecha alternativa será el miércoles 15 de abril. Queda un número muy limitado de anuarios disponibles, que se asignarán por orden de llegada. ¡Hagan su pedido en línea hoy mismo!
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 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
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
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.
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
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

📅 Mark Your Calendars
Just a reminder that there will be no school on Friday, April 3 (Good Friday).
District offices will also be closed.
Spring Recess runs from April 6 through April 10.
Enjoy the time off, stay safe, and have a great recess. ☀️

