 In
the Spring, the Schenectady City
School District will celebrate 150
years of public education to
thousands of city children.
"We've been here since the very
infancy of public education in the
United States," said Superintendent
John Falco, noting that the public
education movement began in earnest
in the 1830's.
"This is such a tremendous milestone
of history and tradition for
Schenectady Schools and for the city
itself; it is one that we want to
celebrate all year long."
While the district continues to plan
the citywide celebration, the
schools will develop activities and
host events around the 150th
anniversary theme.
Each school will pay tribute by
accenting the legacy, history and
tradition of Schenectady Schools,
which dates back to April 18, 1854.
District publications, newsletters
and the district Website will offer
updated information about monthly
events and activities in the schools
as well as details about the
upcoming spring celebration.
Look for storefronts and exhibits
featuring the district's history
throughout the city. Students
of all ages and grades will
participate and their artwork,
essays and projects will be on
display. A number of
productions and showcases will be
presented as well as alumni
activities, sporting events,
concerts and art shows. |
Kick-Off
Celebration Sept. 3
A 150 Year
Perspective
Excerpts from Dr. Falco's Address
07/03/03
Official
Proclamation
Office of Mayor
Citation
from Senator Hugh T. Farley
History
Minutes of
April 15 & May 10 1854
Commissioners
of the Common Schools City of
Schenectady 1854
A Look at 1951
Annual Report of the City School
District
In 1951
- -high birth rates and numerous
housing project s led to crowded
classrooms, need for new facilities
- - there were 23 school buildings
- - school budget was $3,978,646
- -Prices of paper rose by 250-300%,
pencils rose 50%, typewriters by
more than 40%
- - New high school replaces Nott
Terrace
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