In 2014, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution that proclaimed July 15th as World Youth Skills Day to celebrate the strategic importance of equipping young people with skills for employment, decent work and entrepreneurship.
Join us for a Parent Information Session regarding our new cell phone policy for the upcoming school year. We'll cover the 'why' and the 'how,' and answer your questions.
See flyer for schedule.
Understanding this policy is key to supporting your child's success and focus.
We invite parents, guardians, students, staff, & community members to review and provide feedback on the proposed 2025-26 Code of Conduct.
The comment period is open through August 10, 2025
Follow this link: https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/embed.aspx?L=PR6N8DR7D2BLT
The 2025-2026 Safety Plan is available for review. The 30-day comment period is open until August 11, 2025. Follow link to review the plan and provides comments or suggestions: https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/embed.aspx?L=PR6N8KR7D2BLT
Asalha-Puja, an important holiday for Buddhists that commemorates the first sermon preached by the Buddha after he became awakened. Click here to learn more: https://www.hinduamerican.org/asalha-puja
Hey Paige families!!! The book mobile will be visiting Paige Elementary Community School every Wednesday from noon till 2pm. Come choose a book for your summer reading challenge.
We are pleased to share that we are working with Yondr as move toward our phone-free environment. We will be sharing videos, resources & more for you. In the interim, here's a peek at how it works!
https://vimeo.com/986781861
IMPORTANT REMINDER
If your students rides the bus to school, please be sure that we have your correct address on file. If your address changes over the summer, please contact your child's school to update it.
Address changes and daycare forms must be received by August 1.
A phone-free school?
Yes, it's the law & phone-free schools have many benefits & is a step in the right direction for student focus, mental health, & genuine connection. #BetterEducation #StudentSuccess
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/cell-phone-policy-2025-2026
Happy Fourth of July! 🎉 We wish you a safe and joyful Independence Day filled with celebration & good company. Today, we celebrate the brave men and women who fought for our freedom. Let's honor their legacy
#FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #July4th #America"
“Ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country.” — John F. Kennedy
We're committed to creating the best learning environment for our students! Our new cell phone policy is a big step towards enhancing focus and fostering stronger connections.
Have questions? We posted an FAQ page: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/cell-phone-policy-faq
🥪 Summer Meals Kickoff Party
🗓 Monday, June 30
📍Jerry Burrell Park
⏰12-3 p.m.
Don't miss the Jerry Burrell Summer Classic
Kick-off Event
Today (Friday) at 4 p.m.
Jerry Burrell Park
A big thank you to Earthworld Comics for assisting Paige Elementary in hosting Comic Book Day on June 5th!
As we wrap up this school year, get ready for a more focused future! 🚀 Our new cell phone policy officially takes effect when we return for the 2025-2026 school year. More here https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/cell-phone-policy-2025-2026 #FocusedLearning #Productivity
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/district-update-june-27-2025
Have a great weekend and a fabulous summer.
This morning, our Kindness Club placed decorated rocks around Mrs. Gutowski’s memorial tree. These rocks were beautifully decorated by our K-5 students at Paige, with help from Mrs. Clements!
•Take one for inspiration ✨
•Share one for motivation 😊
•Leave one to help our garden grow 🧡🌿
Al-Hijra is a Muslim holiday that marks the beginning of the new year. This day signifies the start of the Muslim era and the first Islamic community ever established.
Learn more here: https://www.bureauworks.com/blog/al-hijri-the-islamic-new-year
In 2025-26: New cell phone policy designed to minimize distractions & maximize learning. Pls read the letter for more info. & visit our website for updates. Family info. sessions will be held this summer.
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/cell-phone-policy-2025-2026
