Reminder: No school Monday in observance of MLK Day

**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.

✨ Pre-K–2nd Grade: 2:45–3:45 PM
✨ Grades 3–5: 4:00–5:30 PM
🍿 Snack Preorders are OPEN!
You can preorder snacks for students attending the dance or for students who are not attending but would like a Valentine’s Day treat delivered to their classroom 💌
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up and preorder
🗓 Orders & payment due no later than 2/9/26
💰 Proceeds support our PTO- PBIS Fund
⚠️ Reminder: All students must be picked up after the event. No bus transportation will be provided.
Let’s make it a sweet celebration full of music, smiles, and Panda pride! 🐼❤️









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Check out the link below for our latest Paige Panda Family Update—full of news, events, and helpful resources to keep your family informed! 💛💙
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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

Serving students in grades K-5
Camp will be held February 17 - 20.
See Flyer for Detail.
Click on link to register now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezauksautQGZJbPQXQO-EqhL7qGxw_gmdmEA83OqHs18hF1g/viewform

Stay connected with school news, important dates, and all the great things happening at Paige Elementary this month. 💙💛📖 Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/2wtte9tv
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Stay connected with school news, important dates, and all the great things happening at Paige Elementary this month. 💙💛📖 Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/2wtte9tv
#PaigePanda #SchoolNews #JanuaryUpdates








Thank you.
Please take a moment to complete our Paige Family Survey and share your feedback to help us grow and improve together.
Survey link: https://tinyurl.com/2va9kyhp



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

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.

📣🐼 Stay connected, Paige Panda Families! 🐼📣
Check out the link below for our latest Paige Panda Family Update—full of news, events, and helpful resources to keep your family informed! 💛💙
👉 Read the update: https://tinyurl.com/ycxhhaez
📝 Share your voice by completing our Family Survey: https://tinyurl.com/3d3n2ye2








