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2026 Grant Cycle Announcement
The Schenectady City School District Educational Foundation announces the 2026 SCSDEF Grant Cycle, supporting innovative ideas that bring learning to life in SCSD classrooms.
SCSDEF Chosen as July Beneficiary of Rivers Gives initiative by Rivers Casino
SCSDEF is thankful to have been selected as the non-profit beneficiary for the month of July at Rivers Casino! The donation was accepted by Bill Schultz and President Steve Balogh on behalf of the foundation. The Rivers Gives program raised 8,188.58 in support of education in Schenectady!
The SCSDEF welcomes you as a new staff member at Schenectady City School District!
Welcome, teachers! Since 2006, the Schenectady Educational Foundation has awarded grants to Schenectady teachers with a total of over $500,000. Learn how the SCSDEF helps teachers help students.
SCSDEF Honored with Good News Award from Schenectady Chamber of Commerce
SCSDEF recognized by Schenectady County Chamber with a Good News Award.
Recapping the 2024 Education Celebration Gala
Over 200 people gathered in the GE Theater at Proctors on April 11, 2024 for the SCSDEF Annual Education Celebration. It was a joyous event devoted to paying tribute to people who devote themselves to helping Schenectady City School District teachers teach and students learn. Attendees enjoyed the music provided by the Schenectady High School music students and feasted on the food provided by Schenectady Culinary Arts students.
