Schenectady High School

The Schenectady Police Department shared this evening that they are investigating a report from a child who stated she was approached by an unknown male while waiting at a bus stop near Craig
Street and Delamont Avenue between 7:45 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.

The child described the individual as a Black male with a beard, wearing all black clothing.
Detectives are working to identify potential witnesses and review surveillance footage from the
area.

Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact the Schenectady Police
Department’s Detective Division at 518-382-5200 Ext 5245 or provide information
anonymously through the Tips Line at 518-788-6566.

Good afternoon ... Please click on the link to open Superintendent Cotto's update for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-5-2025

Have a great weekend.

All parents are welcome! Please join us!

WELCOME BACK!!!!

Please click on the link to open Superintendent Cotto's welcome video message: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendents-update-september-3-2025

We look forward to seeing all of our students tomorrow and wish everyone a great school year.

We are holding a Family Information Session regarding the new Cell Phone Policy tonight, Thursday, August 28, 6 p.m. at the Family and Community Engagement Center, 530 Liberty St.

Jon us and learn about the policy, reasons for distraction-free schools, expectations, how to communicate, and ask your questions.

Join us for an Information Session on the New Cell Phone policy Tuesday, August 26, 9 a.m.
This will be a virtual session. Here is the link to join: https://meet.google.com/wnf-msgx-tmg?authuser=2

Learn about the policy, expectations, communication & ask questions!

The first day of school for all students in grades Pre-K - 12 is Thursday, September 4. All students will have full days of school on September 4 & September 5. Back to School Information: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/2025-2026-welcome-back-from-superintendent-cotto

🎓SHS August Graduation🎓 Monday, Aug 25 SHS Auditorium 10 a.m.

Here's a quick start guide for SCSD Rooms. If you don't have a code. Go to "Classrooms" on the bottom right of the SCSD app, click on phone icon & enter your phone number. You will receive a code. More Resources: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/rooms-support

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