March Attendance Challenge, Link for flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SUl_bYCA_O8cyPgn262c_O2dStd3WFZK/view?usp=sharing
Purim commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from Haman, an official of the Achaemenid Empire. Learn more here: https://www.chabad.org/holidays/purim/article_cdo/aid/645309/jewish/What-Is-Purim.htm
On Monday, March 17th, our Paige students will have the opportunity to celebrate Holi with their peers and staff during lunchtime. Remember to wear a white shirt and bring a change of clothes if you would like to participate!
See flyer for more details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16E9DcZ8hGap22kurlCyEKze4NigvcwXb/view?usp=sharing
Holika Dahana is a holiday that celebrates the triumph of good over evil and commemorates the story of Prahlad and Holika, two characters from Indian folklore. The celebration continues to the next day which is Holi.
Today Mrs. Zadoorian's 4th Graders made Holi powder in class as well as listened to a presentation about Holi, given by their classmates!
Message from SCSD (this originally went out on 3/6/25):
Parents/Guardians with students in Grades K-5, please check your email for important updates on Erin’s Law and safety lessons for grades K-5. These messages include details on what your child will learn and resources available to support their safety education. For more information on Erin's Law: https://www.nysed.gov/standards-instruction/erins-law
As a reminder, school is closed on Friday, March 14th for Phagwa/Holi!
The SCSD Culture and Climate survey closes on Friday. If you haven't participated, please click on the link to participate now: https://hanover-research.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cZO3Jt6r5fmRmHs
Everyone in the SCSD school community is invited to share your feedback.
As a reminder, school is closed on Friday for Phagwa/Holi!
MARCH 11th @ Paige! Paige PTO & Parent University starting at 6pm
International Women's Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Learn more here: https://www.internationalwomensday.com/
Click the link for the Paige Panda Family Update 🐼 Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pvGBYASrqLlR31gJQDRFZtIz269B_Wpy/view?usp=sharing
Reminder ‼️ Half- Day Tomorrow for Students! School day will be 7:45am-11:10am
Black Family Wellness Expo
Saturday, March 15 at Schenectady High School
The event will include an interactive panel with health care professionals, 50 exhibitors, refreshments, and more. The event will be held 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The speaker series will take place 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Don't forget to vote for Central Park students! VOTING CLOSES TOMORROW NIGHT!
Vote here🗳 https://www.whatssocool.org/contests/capital-region-ny/
Watch here🎥 https://youtu.be/NSexxQDHOfc?si=4BfYdOnzrE0OXV1S
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving that leads up to Easter. Learn more here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BQ69LgpHQI
TY if you have participated in the Culture & Climate Survey. Please click on the link to participate today: https://hanover-research.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cZO3Jt6r5fmRmHs
The survey is open through March 14.
Paige Panda February Newsletter! 📰 🐼 Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rETeUxCur6gbS-L_CudJmrRmRpN0-gjJ/view?usp=sharing
This week is National School Social Work Week (March 2-8)!
This year’s theme, “Unite to Ignite,” highlights the incredible impact of our school social workers.
Join us in celebrating Ms. Jones, Mrs. McDonald, Ms. Pica, and our incredible interns, Ms. Alexa and Mr. Maxim! 🐼♥️
♥️ This week, we celebrate National School Social Work Week, a time to recognize and appreciate the profound impact our school social workers have on our school community. Our social workers are always there with a compassionate heart and expert advice.
Thank you for being an essential part of our Schenectady family and for all the incredible work you do every day!
