Please click on the link to open Superintendent Dr. Cotto's update for the week ending May 21, 2026: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/scsd/page/superintendents-update-may-21-2026

R E M I N D E R
There is no school and district offices will be closed Friday, May 22 and Monday May 25 (Memorial Day)!
There is no school and district offices will be closed Friday, May 22 and Monday May 25 (Memorial Day)!

Night school and after-school activities scheduled at Schenectady High School are cancelled today.

Due to a power outage at Schenectady High School, all SHS students will be dismissed early today at 1:15 p.m.
Buses will be arriving to transport all students who regularly receive transportation.

Thank you to the Schenectady community for your support of the school budget vote and facility propositions. Congratulations to Bernice Rivera who was re-elected to the Board of Education and Daniel Flynn and Rennie Glasgow who were elected to their first terms on the board.
Unofficial Results
2026-2027 School Budget (PASSED)
Yes 526 No 92
Proposition #1 Operations & Maintenance Facility (Catalyn St.)
(PASSED) Yes 488 No 127
Proposition #2: Adult & Continuing Education Center (Nott Terrace)
(PASSED) Yes 473 No 136
Proposition #3: City As Our Campus / ECHS / P-TECH Lease (State St.)
(PASSED) Yes 468 No 147
Board of Education
Bernice Rivera 474 votes
Daniel Flynn 423 votes
Rennie Glasgow 413 votes
Unofficial Results
2026-2027 School Budget (PASSED)
Yes 526 No 92
Proposition #1 Operations & Maintenance Facility (Catalyn St.)
(PASSED) Yes 488 No 127
Proposition #2: Adult & Continuing Education Center (Nott Terrace)
(PASSED) Yes 473 No 136
Proposition #3: City As Our Campus / ECHS / P-TECH Lease (State St.)
(PASSED) Yes 468 No 147
Board of Education
Bernice Rivera 474 votes
Daniel Flynn 423 votes
Rennie Glasgow 413 votes

Did you know? 🎒 Regular attendance in preschool and kindergarten is more crucial than you might think
Even missing just a few days can impact a child's early reading and math skill development. By starting good attendance habits early, we set our youngest learners up for long-term academic and social success.
Let's work together to build strong habits right from the start! 🌟
Even missing just a few days can impact a child's early reading and math skill development. By starting good attendance habits early, we set our youngest learners up for long-term academic and social success.
Let's work together to build strong habits right from the start! 🌟

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.
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.

Paige Panda Pop Up Pantry - BRING YOUR OWN BAGS !
Friday, may 29th 1:30-3:30pm
Consaul Rd parking lot
Friday, may 29th 1:30-3:30pm
Consaul Rd parking lot

21st Century End of the Year Celebration
Wednesday, May 20th 4-6pm
MPMS
Wednesday, May 20th 4-6pm
MPMS

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.
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
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
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.
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

All schools and offices in the district will be closed on Friday, May 22, and Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
Because we did not use all our contingency snow days this year, we are pleased to provide this extended four-day weekend for our students and staff.

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
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.
Financial Wellness for Families
Today at 5:30 p.m.
1104 Webster St.

