November Updates from the SCSD
November 2026 Dear Families, It's hard to believe the second marking period is already upon us. As we enter the holiday season, it's important that you continue to support your child's school atten...
November 2, 2026
News Archive
Video Chat - Fun and Finance
Greetings SCSD Families, Join us next Tuesday, October 27th at 5:30pm & Thursday, October 29th at 12:00pm for a fun and educational workshop that focuses on practical steps to achieve financial...
October 19, 2026
Free Lacrosse Clinic - All SCSD Students Welcome!
SCSD Families, SCSD students are invited to join us for a FREE District-Wide Lacrosse Clinic on Saturday, October 17, from 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM at Corcoran Stadium, 608 Lynch Ave, Syracuse. Students ...
October 9, 2026
Important Update: After School Activities 10/9/26
SCSD Families, Due to the presidential visit to Syracuse, expected traffic and road closures, all after-school activities in the Syracuse City School District will be rescheduled or canceled on Fri...
October 7, 2026
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration 2026
Greetings SCSD Families and Students,The Office of Family Engagement, in collaboration with the Multicultural & Cultural Education Department and Professional Development Department, invites yo...
September 18, 2026
Required Emergency Drills 2026-27
SCSD Families, New York State requires schools to practice what to do during an emergency. These practices help students and staff know how to stay safe. Each school must hold 12 emergency drills e...
September 18, 2026
Receivership Information Sessions Scheduled for Bellevue, Clary, Roberts & Seymour
School receivership information sessions have been announced for Bellevue, Clary, Roberts, and Seymour. Attending these meetings will help families understand how receivership will impact the opera...
September 14, 2026
Superintendent Odom to Hold Community Conversations
SCSD Families, We invite you to join Superintendent Odom for Community Conversations. Families will have an opportunity to connect, learn, and stay informed about the Syracuse City School District....
September 11, 2026
Video Chat - Back-To-School Transportation Safety
Greetings SCSD Families, Join us Tuesday, September 22nd at 5:30pm & Thursday, September 24th at 12:00pm for an essential conversation about keeping our students safe. Representatives from the ...
September 8, 2026
Video Chat - SchoolTool Parent Portal: Your Essential Guide to Staying Connected
Greetings SCSD Families! Do you know how to access your child's grades, attendance, and assignments? If not, this is the video chat for you! Participants who attend this chat will discover how to m...
September 3, 2026
Syracuse Stands for Students
SCSD Families, As we prepare to welcome you all back for a new school year, I am excited to share a new communitywide initiative called Syracuse Stands for Students. On the first day of school, Tue...
August 25, 2026
Video Chat - Parent Square Tutorial
Greetings SCSD Families,We hope you are having a wonderful summer! As we prepare for the start of the 2026-2027 school year, we would like to invite you to join us for a special information session...
August 12, 2026
Stay Connected with SCSD Athletics on Arbiter Live
SCSD Families,The SCSD Athletics team is now using Arbiter Live for all athletic schedules. Families and fans can use Arbiter Live to view game and event schedules and receive real-time updates. To...
August 10, 2026
Districtwide Public Safety Plan Now Available for Comment
The Syracuse City School District's annual Public Safety Plan is now available for public review and comment.Please click here to view the draft 2026-27 Public Safety Plan.To share your feedback, p...
August 6, 2026
SCSD Community Registration Pop Up Events
Getting ready for the new school year? SCSD is bringing student registration opportunities near you through our Community Registration Pop-Up Events. Families can receive one-on-one support from ou...
July 30, 2026
Summer Meal Sites Open July 6th!
The Syracuse City School District is excited to share details about our 2026 Summer Meals Program, where kids and teens can enjoy free meals all summer long!Meal sites are located throughout the ci...
July 1, 2026
Important Update: New Transportation and Start Time Schedule
Dear Syracuse City School District Families, Beginning this fall, the Syracuse City School District will implement a new two-tier transportation schedule designed to provide more reliable and effic...
June 25, 2026