REMINDER
There is no school for students tomorrow, Tuesday, November 4.
This is a scheduled Superintendent's Conference Day for all faculty and staff.

Happy Halloween! Have a great weekend.

MEET ONEIDA'S PTSO NEWEST MEMBERS!
PTSO PRESIDENT: SHANA LEWIS FAMILY! - Hi! My name is Shana Lewis and I am the proud mom of Adagio Weller. We are new to Oneida middle school this year (6th grade). I formally served on the PTSO at Zoller elementary where I was influential in planning and volunteering at many events throughout my son’s time there. I am excited to be apart of the PTSO at Oneida Middle School because I think that it is important to be connected and build relationships with teachers and staff that are now a part of my son’s village, to be of advocacy to not only my child’s education but other children too and to make a change, whether that is for one child or many. I am willing and ready to utilize my knowledge and skills in whatever capacity that I am needed. Let’s go Timberwolves!
CO-PRESIDENT HALLIE MCKINNON AND FAMILY! - Hello! My name is Hallie McKinnon, and I am the proud mother of Addison, who is in 6th grade at Oneida Middle School. In addition to Addison, I have four wonderful daughters — Ellie, age 9; Kennedy, age 4; and Lennon Grace,age 2 — as well as my amazing stepdaughter, Isabela, age 7. Life is full, busy,and beautiful — definitely keeping me on my toes as a super mom!
My two middle children attend a private school where I am assisting with first grade this year. During the pandemic, I helped spearhead 518Mamas, a grassroots social justice organization supporting families and children through daily challenges and advocating for those in need. Currently, I am in the process of forming a daycare to provide safe, nurturing, and high-quality care for children of all backgrounds — an initiative inspired by my own experience as a mother of four (and bonus mom to one).
I am honored to serve as PTSO Co-President and to work alongside families, teachers, and staff to make a positive impact on our school community. Thank you!
TREASURER KRISTEN PIRRO (KP) EVANS AND FAMILY! - Hello, I was born and raIsed in Schenectady and I am a true lover of our small city! In addition to being an Oneida alum and the proud mom of two current Oneida students, I am the current Executive Director of the Capital Region Land Bank, and have 15+ years of experience in non-profit management, event planning, fundraising, and advocacy work, and 5+ years of experience in direct care, employment coaching, and case management for both teens and adults. From 2006 - 2021 I served as a founding board member, volunteer coordinator, and first-ever executive director of Albany Barn, Inc., and in 2017 brought the organization to Schenectady with the opening of the Electric City Barn makers' space in Hamilton Hill. I currently serve as Vice President and Program Committee Chair for the Zonta Club of Schenectady, a service and advocacy organization dedicated to improving the status of women and girls locally and worldwide.
OUR SECRETARY AND BI-LINGUAL SECRETARY BIO AND PICS WILL BE SENT ON MONDAY! LET'S WELCOME OUR NEW MEMBERS AND REMEMBER IT TAKES A VILLAGE! LET'S WORK TOGETHER TO MAKE
OUR ONEIDA COMMUNITY GREATER!!!!!! WE CAN'T WAIT TO CONTINUE SEEING OUR FAMILIES PARTICIPATING AND ENGAGING IN OUR EVENTS. THANK YOU TO OUR FAMILIES WHO ATTENDED MOVIE NIGHT!













We are here to help. Each of our schools has a small food pantry. Reach out to your school parent liaison for support.
Please find a list of school and community resources here: https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/Scsd/bb513c1e-878c-4b50-bf0b-9902f5603f53/Food-Resources.pdf?disposition=inline

Have a great weekend.

Make sure you've registered ➡️ https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/schenectady-winter-athletics-2025-2026



Today, let's celebrate what brings us together and stand against bullying. Unity Day is all about showing that we are stronger, kinder, and more vibrant when we include everyone.
Bullying thrives in silence. Let's make noise by wearing and sharing orange to show our commitment to a world where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued.
#UnityDay #WearOrange #ChooseKindness #BullyingPrevention #StrongerTogether #MakeADifference

Ready to take your game to the next level ? Join us for three days of camp in November.
Beginners welcome!
🗓️ Dates: November 10, 12, & 13
👦Grades: 7th - 12th
📍 Location: Schenectady HS Turf Field
Don't miss out!
#LacrosseMiniCamp #BoysLax #SkillDevelopment #GrowTheGame

The most critical time for students is when they are getting on or off the bus. This area around the bus is known as the Danger Zone because the bus driver may not be able to see children there.

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¡Buenos días Timberwolves! ¡Vea el siguiente enlace al primer número del boletín de la escuela secundaria Oneida, The Timberwolf Times!
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Thanks!
Wishing everyone celebrating the Festival of Lights a joyous and prosperous day. May your home be filled with the warmth of love, the sparkle of joy, and the light of hope.
Shubh Deepawali! 🙏
#Diwali #FestivalofLights #ShubhDeepawali #Happiness

Please RSVP for our Howl-O-Ween Family Movie Night! Movie is TBD, child appropriate.
RSVP on link: https://forms.gle/7cVkbBsronNjaYHc8
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Buenas tardes, familias de Timberwolf:
¡Por favor, confirmen su asistencia a nuestra Noche de Cine Familiar Howl-O-Ween! La película está por definirse y es apropiada para niños.
Confirmen su asistencia en el enlace: https://forms.gle/7cVkbBsronNjaYHc8


#IndigenousPeoplesDay #NativeNow #IPD

Have a great weekend.
REMINDER: No school & district offices are closed on Monday, October 13

Didn't catch our important Substance Abuse Panel Discussion last night? No problem!
We've uploaded the full video so you can watch it anytime and get the crucial information you may have missed.
📺 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/MXHEDmFzLoY
If you have questions after watching, we encourage you to reach out. You can submit them through Let's Talk or by texting us at 518-900-7318.
#SubstanceAbusePrevention #CommunityHealth #LetsTalk #PanelDiscussion

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* ESCUELA SECUNDARIA ONEIDA
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* También se necesita: Identificación para el almuerzo
Resending for those who were unable to open the link to the flyer!
Good Morning Timberwolf Families:
Sending this flyer out so our students and families can plan accordingly to attend our family event on the 30th and to create their costume creatively based on a book they have read or are currently reading. Have them write a review if they want to enter the raffle for a prize. I can't wait to see their creativity!!!!!
¡Reenvío para quienes no pudieron abrir el enlace del folleto!
Buenos días, familias de Timberwolf:
Envío este folleto para que nuestros estudiantes y familias puedan planificar su asistencia a nuestro evento familiar el día 30 y crear su disfraz de forma creativa, basándose en un libro que hayan leído o estén leyendo. Si quieren participar en el sorteo, pídanles que escriban una reseña. ¡Estoy deseando ver su creatividad!




The next Board of Education Meeting is this Wednesday, October 8th, at 6:30 p.m.
The meeting will be held at 530 Liberty St.
Live stream link: https://www.youtube.com/live/VnmF80jqhj4?reload=9&feature=share

Good Morning Timberwolf Families:
Sending this flyer out so our students and families can plan accordingly to attend our family event on the 30th and to create their costume creatively based on a book they have read or are currently reading. Have them write a review if they want to enter the raffle for a prize. I can't wait to see their creativity!!!!!
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Buenos días, familias de Timberwolf:
Enviamos este folleto para que nuestros estudiantes y familias puedan planificar su asistencia a nuestro evento familiar el día 30 y crear su disfraz de forma creativa, basándose en un libro que hayan leído o estén leyendo. Si quieren participar en el sorteo, pídanles que escriban una reseña.
¡Estoy deseando ver su creatividad!
