Due to the winter storm and poor travel conditions forecasted through Monday afternoon, schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26. Please be warm and stay safe.
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-january-23-2026
Have a great weekend.
Good Afternoon Timberwolf Families:
Click on link to view our January Workshop : Safety Online! Please click on the link and watch the presentation. Your Oneida child will receive 50 PBIS points and will be entered into the raffle for a chance to win a prize. One week left to view the workshop.
Click on link:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1BXIx1gNhrcURCEdxXJNQbg316PLwY3R2feifvjC_sDA/edit?usp=sharing
Reminder: No school Monday in observance of MLK Day
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**REMINDER**
There will be no school on Monday, January 19, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
As we honor Dr. King’s life and legacy, we encourage our school community to reflect on his message of equality, justice, and service to others.
Good Afternoon Timberwolf Families:
Click on link to view our January Workshop : Safety Online!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1BXIx1gNhrcURCEdxXJNQbg316PLwY3R2feifvjC_sDA/edit?usp=sharing
Big news for our littlest learners! Information regarding our Pre-K program for the upcoming school year is now available.
The Schenectady City School District offers a free, full-day Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program for eligible 3-year-old and 4-year-old children who reside in the district. Seats are limited and admission will be determined via a random lottery. Families will have the opportunity to rank order their preferred location.
Children must be district residents and meet the following age requirements:
UPK 3 Year Old Program: A child must be 3 years of age on or before December 1st of the year in which they are enrolled.
UPK 4 Year Old Program: A child must be 4 years of age on or before December 1st of the year in which they are enrolled. Children eligible for kindergarten in 2026–2027 are not eligible for the 4-year-old UPK program.
***2026-2027 UPK Registration***
The registration and lottery application for the 2026–2027 UPK program is now open. We are currently in the process of finalizing our UPK sites and the number of available seats. At this time, families should begin the registration process to ensure access to the lottery.
>> https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ali-elZNF80y1T91mtqdZV2rXxtc8j5Ctv8cE4y04AA/edit?tab=t.0
Open to 3 and 4 year olds
See flyer for details!
Register here>> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePS1yXXDYypaI4A5pObj-u_1gmwkk9MFMNTY4HY5Uj2lq5Xw/viewform
Literacy is the foundation of all learning. When we encourage a love for reading, we aren't just teaching a child to decode words; we are giving them the keys to explore new worlds, develop empathy, and think critically about the world around them.
Whether it’s a bedtime story or a high school novel, every page turned is a step toward a brighter future. Let’s keep our community reading.
#LiteracyMatters #ReadMore #SchenectadyReads
Auditions are beginning! See Cinderella Musical flyer.
✨ You’re Invited! ✨
We’re excited to welcome Schenectady 8th grade students and their families to learn more about the Early College in the High School Program.
📍 SUNY Schenectady
🗓 Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
👨👩👧👦 Family Information Session
This is a great opportunity to explore how students can earn college credit, challenge themselves academically, and prepare for the future.
📝 All application materials are due by January 20 at 5 PM.
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/27kjjp6y
Friendly reminder to our 8th grade families.
Dear 8th grade Families,
Thank you for taking the time to attend our 9th Grade Information Night on 12/10. We appreciate your engagement and partnership as we help prepare your students for a successful transition to high school.
Attached is the PowerPoint presentation shared during the session, which outlines the different academic pathways and opportunities available for your future 9th graders. You may access it using the following link:
https://tinyurl.com/yb7mwrsm
For families interested in the Early College at Center City/Smart Scholars program, please note that applications are due January 20th. The application can be found here:
https://admissions.sunysccc.edu/register/EarlyCollegeHS.26-27SY.App
The application process for Big Picture and AVID will be shared at a later date.
Please contact your child's school counselor, Ms. Forte, at fortec@schenectadyschools.org with any questions or if you would like to schedule a meeting to discuss your child’s options.
Thank you again for your support.
Warm regards,
--
Casse Forte
8th grade School Counselor
Oneida Middle School
Room: 219
Ext: 1532219
We hope you all had a wonderful, restful holiday break and enjoyed some quality time with family and friends. It is hard to believe that 2026 is already here.
As we prepare to head back into the classroom, let’s make a commitment to start the new year off right. Let's all start 2026 by being here and having consistent attendance for the remainder for the school year. Being present every day ensures that students stay engaged, keep up with their lessons, and remain connected to our school community.
Important Reminder: First day back is Monday, January 5
We are so excited to see everyone’s faces again and to dive into all the great things we have planned for the coming months. Let’s make this our best year yet.
Attention: Students headed to 9th grade in the fall
Big Picture Schenectady is now accepting interest forms for students who will be 9th graders in Fall 2026.
The interest form should be completed for any current 8th grader who is interested in Big Picture next year.
👉 Fill out the Interest Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyd5az6Rt1d-SIDO_Ovk4aKMKdc4tDdcjOshDGd6338tDi3g/viewform
⚠️ Submission Deadline: January 20, 2026
We wish you a wonderful holiday, happy new year, and fantastic recess.
Dear 8th grade Families,
Thank you for taking the time to attend our 9th Grade Information Night on 12/10. We appreciate your engagement and partnership as we help prepare your students for a successful transition to high school. Attached is the PowerPoint presentation shared during the session, which outlines the different academic pathways and opportunities available for your future 9th graders. You may access it using the following link:
https://tinyurl.com/yb7mwrsm
For families interested in the Early College at Center City/Smart Scholars program, please note that applications are due January 20th. The application can be found here:
https://admissions.sunysccc.edu/register/EarlyCollegeHS.26-27SY.App
The application process for Big Picture and AVID will be shared at a later date.
Please contact your child's school counselor, Ms. Forte, at fortec@schenectadyschools.org with any questions or if you would like to schedule a meeting to discuss your child’s options.
Deadline is January 20, 2026
Thank you again for your support.
Warm regards,
-
Casse Forte
8th grade School Counselor
Oneida Middle School
Room: 219
Ext: 1532219