
TY to all who came out for our 1st Sat. morning Family Literacy Club last weekend. We had great discussion about the importance of literacy, enjoyed lit-based games & activities, snacks, give-aways, & walked over to the library for even more literacy fun and activities.






Registration is open for the Schenectady Patriots Summer Swim Team which will be held June 3 - August 3. Open to kids 21 and younger who can swim 25 yards.
More info & registration available here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/summer-swim-team


As a reminder, it is book fair week at Van Corlaer and there is an evening shopping opportunity for families on Wednesday 5/16 from 5-6pm. Hope to see you there!!!

After school program is canceled this afternoon due to faculty meeting. Students will be sent home via their regular mode of transportation.

Reminder: Members of the SCSD community are invited to share input regarding school safety. Please click here and select the appropriate survey: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/school-community-safety-survey-2
The survey is open through May 29. Thank you.


Thank you to those in our school community who have already completed the SCSD School Safety Survey. To learn more & to locate the link to participate, please go here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/1591930
Your feedback is important


We are asking members of our school community to participate in a SCHOOL SAFETY SURVEY. Please click on link for more info & select the survey that applies to you. The survey is open through 5/29.
- > https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/school-community-safety-survey


🗳UPCOMING BUDGET VOTE DETAILS🗳
On May 21 voters will decide on a $277.7 mil budget proposal for next school year. The plan comes with 🚫NO TAX IMPACT🚫
Visit our website for more info https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/1567447



🎬The SEP Theatre Camp is open to students entering grades 3-5 in fall 2024.
Students will learn acting, singing, dancing, and stagecraft skills. The camp will culminate in a performance of Swamped the musical.
For more information and to register for the camp, follow the link
🔗https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRZBgV6Cylu9xDEyYZBA-q-_2ACK3Tn36JrtuEUNwBqtiuAQ/viewform





Free Baseball Skills Camp for Schenectady Kids ages 7-12
Camp will be held July 8-9 at Central Park "A" Diamond.
Register now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZ29jo7yu6WpPKvyXdQT9QDcL4rHP9NN8iXavQWVWO8yJyIQ/viewform


Don't forget to join us over the next few evenings for information regarding the amazing construction project happening at Van. Here is the live link for those who cannot make it in person:
meet.google.com/vkd-zhwu-jmk

Registration for the 2024 Summer Enrichment Program is closed. If you would like to add your child to the waitlist, please click on the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd-50p0SVgxML3JVxh5J8ZAdVRVt0P08GBqLlNrUcNMTufIdQ/viewform




Dear Van Corlaer Families-
As a reminder, we will be hosting information sessions regarding the upcoming construction at Van Corlaer tonight (4/16), tomorrow (4/17) and Thursday (4/18). All sessions are at 6pm and will be held in the gym. We hope to see you at one!

PARENT REMINDER: Please don't forget to take the DEI survey. The survey link & focus group info was emailed to parents. If you have questions or did not receive the email, please let us know by clicking here: https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/embed.aspx?L=PZ2T5XN3B2LT


Good afternoon ... Please click on the link to open the District Update for the week ending April 12, 2024: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/district-update-april-12-2024-04a-10p-24r
Have a fantastic weekend.


PARENTS: Don't forget to check your email! We sent you a link to the DEI survey & the password and link to sign up for focus groups if you are interested!


This morning we emailed the DEI survey to parents/guardians/caregivers. Please participate in this important survey. If you need help or did not receive the email , please let us know by clicking here: https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/embed.aspx?L=PZ2T5XN3B2LT


As a reminder, state testing begins tomorrow for 3rd and 4th grade. Please make sure that your students get a good nights rest. We got this, Van Fam!!!

Don't forget - the Van Corlaer Elementary Building will be closed next school year, due to construction. Please plan to join us on 4/16, 4/17, or 4/18 at 6pm to discuss the plan and location for the 24-25 school year- hope to see you there!

Registration for the 2024 Summer Enrichment Program is open for one more week.
Students are in grades K-12 are invited to enroll.
Program will be held July 8 - August 2.
More info & the online application is here: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/o/king/article/1505701
