Track your student's bus in real time w/the new Stopfinder app. Get up-to-date bus location, pick-up/drop-off times, & alerts. Make sure your email is on file, then download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
More: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2361105
Please make sure that you double check the attached document for regents exam dates and times. August 2025 Regents –Aug 19: Algebra I, English Language Arts, Global History II, Earth Science, Algebra II,
Aug 20: Chemistry, Earth & Space Sciences, U.S. History Geometry, Living Environment, Life Science: Biology , Geometry
Please also see the High School Counseling website for details or call 518-881-2044 (Option 5).
Thank you to all who visited and supported the Hamilton Hill Reunion on Saturday on behalf of the Hamilton Hill Reunion team & SHS Parent Empowerment Center.
The committee
Jasmine Gibson - District Student Engagement & Student Attendance Specialist
Sondra Banks - School Safety Officer
Tanika Smith - Owner & Operator Kitchen Love
The Dream Team
Niasia Howard
Nashauna Howard
Penny Griffin
Kareem Sanders
Rajah Green
DJ AR Dollar
Lisbeth Fernandez
Joe and Steve from facilities
Food & Beverage Donations provided by:
Stewart's Shops
Bimbos Bakeries
Adirondack Beverages
Newest Lunch
Monique Croxton
SHS Boys Volleyball Tryouts 🏐 August 18 from 8:30 - 10 a.m. at SHS gym
Click here to sign up ➡️ https://account.students.arbitersports.com/?reqid=809f39a51839cbd4b44f1f689f62a452
Contact Coach Bruno with questions: brunoa@SchenectadySchools.org
Safety Plan Hearing & Board of Education Meeting coming up on Wednesday!
6:30 p.m.
530 Liberty St.
Agenda - > https://go.boarddocs.com/ny/schenectady/Board.nsf/files/DKCJRU4C3599/$file/Agenda%208.13.25.pdf
Good morning .... Here is the link for the Family Information Session that will be held this morning at 9 a.m. regarding the cell phone policy: https://meet.google.com/kjp-gsdr-bdy?authuser=0
This morning's session is a virtual meeting.
Join us for the Hamilton Hill Reunion on August 16th at Jerry Burrell Park from 1:00-7:00 pm! There will be many community resources, connections, and free food! We hope to see you there.
Fall Sports Registration is OPEN!
📣Sport Offerings: Cheerleading, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming & Diving, Tennis, Unified Bocce, volleyball
Registration web address
➡️ https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/schenectady-city-school-district-athletics
📲 Join us for a Family Information Session to learn more about the new cell phone policy.
Learn about the details, ask questions, and partner with us in creating the best possible environment for student success. ➡️ https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2307706
🗓 Monday, August 4 @ 9 a.m.
SCSD Family & Community Engagement Center
530 Liberty St.
🗓 Thursday, August 7 @ 6 p.m.
SCSD Family & Community Engagement Center
530 Liberty St.
🗓 Monday, August 11 @ 9 a.m.
Virtual
SCSD is pleased to announce five administrative appointments, approved by the Board of Education on Wednesday, July 16. Click on the link to learn more: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2320724
MORE ABOUT BELL-TO-BELL DISTRACTION-FREE SCHOOLS
Governor Kathy Hochul held a roundtable with New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) President Melinda Person, Capital Region school district administrators, teachers and other stakeholders to highlight their plans for implementing bell-to-bell smartphone restrictions when school resumes this fall. Capital Region school districts who participated in the discussion included the Albany City School District, Schenectady City School District, Utica City School District and East Greenbush Central School District
https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/distraction-free-schools-governor-hochul-nysut-and-capital-region-school-districts-highlight
Our new cell phone policy isn't just a requirement – it's a commitment to student well-being! Following the new state guidelines, this policy aims to reduce distractions, encourage face-to-face interactions, & foster a healthier school community.
COMMUNITY EVENT
Don't miss the 9th Annual Family Fun Day at Steinmetz Park
Saturday, July 26, Noon - 3 p.m.
Free fun for the whole family!
Huge thanks to Dr. Kedley, the IEE team, our Safety Team, Sch'dy Police, & our community partners for creating a safe & fun space for students at our Liberty St. lot during SummerNight on Friday! Over 330 students checked in. A big shoutout to Mike's Hot Dogs for the food vouchers! What a team effort! #SummerNight #StudentSafety #Partnership
Looking for a haircut? Join us on Friday, July 18, at 1:30, in the FA parking lot for a FREE CUT by Bryan from Bricks!
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 are pleased share the announcement of Mr. Brandon Coon as Cohort Principal of Visual and Performing Arts at Schenectady High School. Please join us in congratulating Mr. C.
Read more here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2306756
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
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
Reminder
There have been changes to the SHS Transportation schedule for summer school & the credit recovery program. The schedule is here:
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/5860185/SHS_Summer_Transportation_2025_Updated__2_.pdf
