Happy Friday! Pls click on the link to open Superintendent Soler's Brief for this week:
https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendent-s-brief-march-24-2023
Have a great weekend.
Friday Feature
Meet Trisha Roth, a Special Education Teacher at Yates. Trisha has taught the Primary Intensive Skills Class for 20 years! She believes in the "Choose Kind" philosophy for school and life. She is also a graduate of Schenectady City Schools!
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, begins on Wed, March 22 & continues through April 21, ending in the holiday Eid al-Fitr. Ramadan is a significant month for many Muslim people that involves prayer, fasting, spending time with family & friends & more. #Ramadan
Click on the link to download any documents & to learn more about running for a seat on the Board of Education https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/interested-in-running-for-a-seat-on-the-board-of-education
Save The Date April 19th
Yates Mad Science Event
📢 Come Join the Team! Now hiring teachers in all certification areas.
🍎Teacher Recruitment Day: Monday, April 3, 4 - 7:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts lobby
➡️On-site interviews with our hiring team
📲Scan the QR for more info
Feature Friday
Sue Cavanaugh has been a cleaner with the SCSD for 29 years. She has worked at the high school, Mont Pleasant, and has been at Yates for over 9 years! "Yates is my second family and each child is special to me"!
CAPITAL PROJECT INFO MEETINGS COMING UP IN APRIL! Learn about the $300 million plan that would bring much needed upgrades & repairs to schools. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2760/SCSD/2868946/2023_Schdy_Revitalization_Plan_Flyer_.pdf
School is closed tomorrow, Tuesday, March 14. Offices are closed. Staff should not report. A state of emergency has been declared effective this evening. Please be safe.
Feature Friday
Meet Laura Marion who has worked in the district for 25 years! Starting her career as a special education teacher, she is known for her students to be thought of and treated like family. Moving into a Remedial Reading position, Laura has used her kindness and expertise to help Yates students learn to read for the last 13 years! "I really enjoy my students and coworkers at Yates. I feel very lucky to be where I am!"
Happy International Women's Day! The aim of the IWD 2023 #EmbraceEquity campaign is to get the world talking about why equal opportunities aren't enough. People start from different places, so true inclusion and belonging require equitable action.
There will be no school and the district offices will be closed on Wednesday, 3/8 in observance of the Holi Holiday.
It's a day off but it's also an opportunity to learn about the Hindu holiday celebrated by so many in the Schenectady Community.
Thank you to all our maintenance workers for their hard work and dedication keeping our schools safe and running smoothly. We appreciate all you do!
Please click on the link to open Superintendent Soler's brief for this week: https://www.schenectadyschools.org/page/superintendent-s-brief-march-03-2023
Have a great weekend.
Last night we informed parents that there was a vehicle in Central Park trying to lure kids into a car with stuffed animals. The Schenectady Police investigated and do not believe there is any safety concern as it relates to this incident.
Tomorrow!
Due to the snow day, we will combine Wacky Wednesday and Assembly day!
We are closed today. All sites and offices are closed. Snow removal staff report only.
We are closed today. All sites and offices are closed. Snow removal staff report only.
We want to bring to your attention that a parent reported that a black SUV was in Central Park trying to lure kids into a car w/ stuffed animals. We don't have any add'l info at this time. Police are aware & are investigating. Will provide more info when available.
Last chance to order from our Spring Yates apparel sale!
Store will be open until Wednesday March 1st.
Order online or return order form to Mrs. White.
https://www.niteowlmarketing.com/yates-elementary-store
