Today, let's celebrate what brings us together and stand against bullying. Unity Day is all about showing that we are stronger, kinder, and more vibrant when we include everyone.
Bullying thrives in silence. Let's make noise by wearing and sharing orange to show our commitment to a world where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued.
#UnityDay #WearOrange #ChooseKindness #BullyingPrevention #StrongerTogether #MakeADifference
The most critical time for students is when they are getting on or off the bus. This area around the bus is known as the Danger Zone because the bus driver may not be able to see children there.
Wishing everyone celebrating the Festival of Lights a joyous and prosperous day. May your home be filled with the warmth of love, the sparkle of joy, and the light of hope.
Shubh Deepawali! 🙏
#Diwali #FestivalofLights #ShubhDeepawali #Happiness
Please see the attached link with some of our upcoming events! We tried to put them in one place so you were bombarded with too many messages! We are looking for some parent involvment in our next couple of events so please see take a read to find out what we have going on!
https://secure.smore.com/n/9zkgsj
Happy Fall Y'all!We had a great time with the crew that showed up on the 8th and would love to see more of you on the 22nd. If you can RSVP that would be great but if you can't make it work don't let that stop you and come on down.
#IndigenousPeoplesDay #NativeNow #IPD
Have a great weekend.
REMINDER: No school & district offices are closed on Monday, October 13
Didn't catch our important Substance Abuse Panel Discussion last night? No problem!
We've uploaded the full video so you can watch it anytime and get the crucial information you may have missed.
📺 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/MXHEDmFzLoY
If you have questions after watching, we encourage you to reach out. You can submit them through Let's Talk or by texting us at 518-900-7318.
#SubstanceAbusePrevention #CommunityHealth #LetsTalk #PanelDiscussion
We’re proud to share that select Van Corlaer students have been chosen by their Physical Education teacher to represent our school at the 2025 Schenectady Futures Cross Country Championship!
📍 Event Details
Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Schenectady High School Track & Field Facility
Check-In: Block house on the home side of the track
🗓️ Race Day Schedule
5:00–5:30 PM: Check-in, warm-up, and course walk
5:30 PM: Varsity Senior Recognition & Futures Competitor Introductions
6:00 PM: K–3 Fun Run
Immediately Following:
Grade 6 Championship Event
Grade 4 Championship Event
Grade 5 Championship Event
👟 What to Know
The course is about ½ mile and includes uphill, downhill, and flat terrain across track, pavement, and grass.
Students should wear appropriate athletic clothing and footwear.
We encourage families to cheer on our Van Corlaer runners and celebrate their achievement!
🧠 Strategy & Support
Please talk with your child’s PE teacher or coach about how to approach the course and maximize performance. This is a great opportunity to build confidence and showcase their hard work.
📝 Registration
To register, visit the official event page and scan the QR code:
👉 2025 Futures XC Championships Registration
Happy Fall Y'all! hope to see you today!
The next Board of Education Meeting is this Wednesday, October 8th, at 6:30 p.m.
The meeting will be held at 530 Liberty St.
Live stream link: https://www.youtube.com/live/VnmF80jqhj4?reload=9&feature=share
They are visionary leaders who tirelessly manage, inspire, and foster safe, rigorous, and positive environments for every student.
Please join us in thanking these incredible school leaders.
#ThankAPrincipal #SchoolLeadership #PrincipalMonth
Time to celebrate our unsung heroes! 🎉
Today is National Custodian Appreciation Day, and we are shining the spotlight on our incredible Custodial Services Team.
They are the indispensable backbone of our schools, working tirelessly—often before the sun rises and long after it sets—to ensure our facilities are safe, healthy, and welcoming for every student and staff member.
From rigorous sanitation and maintenance to setting up for every assembly and event, their dedication is the foundation of our positive learning environment. Thank you for your unwavering professionalism and commitment.
Please drop a quick "thank you" to your school custodians and cleaners today.
#CustodianAppreciationDay #SchoolHeroes #ThankACustodian #OurCommunity
This is a reminder about our upcoming annual "Go Home Early Drill," a practice required by New York State every year.
On Friday, October 3, 2025, all students will be dismissed from school 15 minutes early. The goal of this drill is to test our transportation and communication systems so they can operate smoothly in a real emergency.
More info: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/article/2446363
