Parents allege staff restraint of student with disability; board hears calls for transparency At the Jan. 14 Schenectady City School District board meeting, parents and advocates described a photo showing a staff member with a foot on the back of a 9-year-old student with a documented disability and demanded transparency, policy changes and accountability; the superintendent pledged to strengthen family communications and the board scheduled follow-up briefings.

A shocking incident involving a staff member placing a foot on a 9-year-old student with a disability has ignited demands for accountability and transparency in Schenectady schools.

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Schenectady board adopts resolution asking state for one‑time larger aid to finish Kane and advances high‑school renovation The board received a capital‑projects update, approved a walk‑on resolution to seek a one‑time increase to State Education Department max‑cost allowance for Kane, and heard timelines for the high‑school core going to bid Jan. 13 and construction beginning Feb. 2026.

The Schenectady City School District is taking bold steps to secure funding for a major renovation of Kane High School, aiming to maximize efficiency and cost savings for the community.

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Schenectady Schools Launch Vaccination Clinics and Job Fair Ahead of New Year Schenectady District announces vaccination clinics and job fair as school year approaches.

Schenectady schools are stepping up with vaccination clinics and a job fair to ensure families are ready and supported as the new school year approaches!

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Schenectady School District Plans Major Renovations Across Multiple Schools District initiates renovations for Central Park Middle School and Howe Elementary School.

Exciting renovations are transforming the Schenectady City School District, with a focus on enhancing facilities and creating better learning environments for students!

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Had a great stop at Zoller Elementary School in Schenectady! 🏫✨ Always a joy to visit with the students—bright minds, big smiles, and great questions. Thanks to the staff and teachers for the warm welcome! 🍎📚 #ZollerElementary #SchenectadySchools #CommunityMatters

School Board approves 2025-26 budget with zero tax increase and new staff positions Board adopts $305 million budget maintaining programs and adding restorative practice specialists.

The Schenectady City School District Board just approved a groundbreaking $295 million budget for the 2025-2026 school year, ensuring no tax increase while adding vital new staff positions!

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School Board plans bilingual program launch at Paige Elementary with Spanish focus School board outlines details for dual language program set to begin in fall 2026.

Big changes are coming to Schenectady City School District as they gear up for an exciting dual language program launching in fall 2025, designed to support their vibrant Spanish-speaking community!

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School Board Debates Planned Parenthood's Role in District Education Curriculum Board members discuss Planned Parenthood's historical impact and its educational curriculum in schools.

The Schenectady City School District Board is at a crossroads, debating whether to partner with Planned Parenthood amidst fierce disagreements over its controversial history and its role in modern education.

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