Schenectady High School

Zoller Friendsgiving Pop Up Pantry for Zoller Families
Tuesday November 25th 2pm- Until Gone
Zoller Elementary outside near main entrance
Contact Parent Liaison Griselda Mazariego @ mazariegog@schenectadyschools.org

Wishing the Schenectady community a very Happy Thanksgiving.

May your day be filled with laughter, love, and plenty of delicious food. We are incredibly thankful for you.

#Thanksgiving2025 #Thankful

✉️ Secondary Report Card Update (Grades 6-12)

Please note that the mailed copies of first quarter secondary report cards (Grades 6–12) are running behind schedule and will not arrive in mailboxes until next week.

Access Your Report Card NOW!
You can access your student's report card immediately via the Parent Portal Backpack.

How to Access:

1. Log in to the Parent Portal.

2. Click on “More” located on the left-hand menu.

3. Select “Backpack”.

We apologize for the delay in mailing and appreciate your patience!

If you don’t have a Parent Portal account, you can sign up by emailing registration@schenectadyschools.org  Provide your name and the name of your children. You will receive an email with an activation code and steps on how to access your account. 

Attention Schenectady Families

STILL SERVING FREE HOT MEALS
Until 3 p..m. today!

Stop by one of these locations:

Liberty Church (Albany St.)
Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church (153 Nott Terrace)

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's Thanksgiving update: https://bit.ly/48yxFdz

Happy Thanksgiving!

Operation :HOLIDAY BASKETS!! Central Park Edition.
A partnership between CPMS & New Day Christian Empowerment Center to donate Thanksgiving Baskets to 25 families in the SCSD!!!!
Special Thanks to
RP Specialist -Daquan Freeman
Student & Engagement Specialist - Jasmine Gibson
Pastors Marc & Amanda Thompson
&
The New Day CEC Congregation.

Good morning, Patriots! Here's the link to the SHS Student Patriot Post: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vS7kEfisdhE8Zir7jplmVrTumZ_moiLWGWZXVtveJZT_VN5EKLqz6yi1ZVSlViKI8VXUt4dzkxWG_To/pub?start=true&loop=true&delayms=10000

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending November 21, 2025: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-november-21-2025

Have a great weekend.

📰IN THE NEWS: SHS students prep to start holiday parade https://www.dailygazette.com/news/education/high-schoolers-prep-to-start-schenectady-county-holiday-parade/article_ebdecd31-bf46-4c64-b357-074877b94c05.html?fbclid=IwZnRzaAOMA1lleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe8A0-QbNZh8xCn-x1IQExL73wuWKXidHJCjppqUj75rqgbuWjN3NqKZ6kUIw_aem_TsrvQpGy1S93FCgf87P_cg

🦃 Thanksgiving Food Distribution 🍎

Regional Food Bank Thanksgiving Food Distribution will take place this Saturday at Schenectady High School.

Date: Saturday, November 22nd
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Schenectady High School

📝 Important Details

FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.

One Per Family: To ensure they can serve as many families as possible, they will be distributing one grocery bag and one turkey per family.

Thank you to the Regional Food Bank for helping Schenectady families celebrate a wonderful Thanksgiving.

#communitypartners

🌟 Real-World Learning for SHS students🌟
SHS students had an amazing experience participating in the Junior Achievement Job Shadow program at the Marriott Hotel in Albany last week.

They explored a wide range of careers in the hospitality industry from Marriott team members. Students discovered how teamwork, communication, and customer service keep a hotel running successfully. This impactful experience also helped students connect what they’re learning in Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship to real-world career pathways.

Good morning, Patriot Community! Here is the link to the SHS Student Patriot Post: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vS7kEfisdhE8Zir7jplmVrTumZ_moiLWGWZXVtveJZT_VN5EKLqz6yi1ZVSlViKI8VXUt4dzkxWG_To/pub?start=true&loop=true&delayms=10000

SUPERINTENDENT'S UPDATE
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's Update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-november-14-2025

🏆Upcoming Winter Sports Tryout Schedule. November 17-21🏆

Pop Up Pantry for families of MLK
Tomorrow November 13th, 2-4:30pm
Back of School Building.

Pop Up Pantry for Families of Central Park Middle School.
Bring your own bag.
1 member per household

🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day!
Today, we pause to honor and express our deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Your dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten. Thank you for your service to our nation.

#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #MilitaryService #HonorOurVets

Good afternoon, Patriots! Here is the link to our SHS Student Patriot Post: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vS7kEfisdhE8Zir7jplmVrTumZ_moiLWGWZXVtveJZT_VN5EKLqz6yi1ZVSlViKI8VXUt4dzkxWG_To/pub?start=true&loop=true&delayms=10000

📅 REMINDER! 📅

There is NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11th, in observance of Veterans Day.

All schools and offices are closed. Classes will resume on Wednesday.

Please take a moment to honor our nation's veterans. 🇺🇸

#VeteransDay #NoSchool #SchoolReminder

REMINDER
Our community partners are here to support families.

Here is the list of school and community resources: https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/Scsd/33aaf189-63e9-4779-9df8-10865eec8e8c/Food-Resources.pdf?disposition=inline