Schenectady High School

REMINDER
Tomorrow, Tuesday, May 19, is our annual School Budget Vote and Board Election. Your participation plays a vital role in shaping the future of our schools and supporting our students.

Here is what is on the ballot this year:

The Annual School Budget
Three Property Proposals
School Board Election

📋 Vote Details & Information

For a full breakdown of the budget, the property proposals, and the school board candidates, please click on the link:
👉 https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/2026-2027budget

📍 Voting Hours & Locations

Polls will be open on Tuesday, May 19 from noon - 9 p.m.. If you are unsure of your designated polling place or need voting hours, you can easily look it up online:
👉 https://nb.findmypollplace.com/schenectadyCSD/AmIRegistered.aspx?language=en

Thank you for your continued partnership and for staying engaged in our school community.

Good Morning 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

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending May 15. https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-may152026

Registration is open for the 21st Century Summer Program (Grades 6-12)

Dates: July 6 - 31
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdltjj1O1B3RUxlhglAMQMapu2q5ThtMNyqZby0TU40fNMZNg/viewform

🗳️ ONE WEEK UNTIL THE VOTE: MAY 19
In exactly one week, Tuesday, May 19, our community will head to the polls for the Annual School Budget Vote and Board Election.

📋 What’s on the Ballot?

>> 2026-27 School Budget: The proposed plan to fund our classrooms, programs, and student services for the upcoming year. No Tax Levy Increase.

>> Three Facility Propositions

>> Board of Education Election

Scan the QR Code for details.

📍 Where & When
Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Time: Noon - 9 p.m.

Not sure where to vote? Click here: https://nb.findmypollplace.com/schenectadyCSD/AmIRegistered.aspx?language=en

Congratulations to Schenectady students on graduating from Rise High last night! We celebrate their hard work, perseverance, and accomplishments, and we wish them continued success as they complete this school year and prepare for future opportunities.

On Sunday, SHS Symphony Orchestra ensemble competed in the Music In The Parks competition in MA and wrapped up the day at Six Flags New England.

Our performers were awarded 1st Place with a superior rating in our classification and the highest score of the day from one judge.

Congratulations to these hardworking students and thank you for representing Schenectady Schools proudly.

Click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending May 8: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-may-8-2026

May is here! 🌸 Don't let "Spring Fever" get in the way of learning. We’re in the final countdown, and we want to see EVERY student finishing the year on a high note. 📝✨

Let’s keep showing up, staying engaged, and making these final seven weeks count 📝✨

#projectbehere

SCSD Parents, Guardians, & Caregiver are Invited!
Financial Wellness for Families
Today at 5:30 p.m.
1104 Webster St.

🎓Decision Day Part 2!

On Friday afternoon, students wore the gear of their college, trade, military or career decision. Congrats to all in the Class of 2026!

Good morning, 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

🎓Schenectady High School celebrated Decision Day on Friday afternoon. Students wore the shirts and waved the flags of their college, trade, military or career decision. Congrats to all in the Class of 2026 on the next step in their amazing journeys.

Schenectady High School Spring ConcertThursday, May 7, 2026
⏰ SFLA Ensembles - 5:30 p.m. start
⏰ SHS Ensembles - 6:30 p.m. start

Tri-M Music Honor Society will be collecting hygiene/toiletry products for donation at the concert. Donations are not required for attendance but appreciated!

🗣Schenectady students proudly represented SHS at Proctors Theatre during the Elevating Student Voices (EVS) Youth Summit on April 29.

EVS is a Capital Region BOCES initiative designed to empower regional students to discuss critical issues like mental health, racism, and school safety. The program fosters student-led dialogue and action to create more equitable school environments.

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending May 1: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-may-1-2026

Have a great weekend.

🗓SAVE THE DATE
The Wiz Kids at Proctors GE Theatre
June 13, 2026

Not all heroes wear capes—some wear aprons! 🦸‍♂️🍎 Huge thanks to our school nutrition team for fueling our students with healthy meals and big smiles every day.

Take a second to thank a cafeteria hero today.

#SchoolLunchHeroDay #FuelForSuccess #ThankYou