Rensselaer City School District
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Our Mission
The mission of the Rensselaer City School District is to ensure that all graduates are individuals who undertake challenges, believe in themselves, accept learning as a lifelong process, and determine their own futures by creating for these individuals an environment committed to the growth, enjoyment, and success of the individual where all people show mutual respect for the contributions of others.
October 6, 2026
We're excited to celebrate Oktoberfest in our cafeteria this Friday, October 9th! Students will have the opportunity to enjoy a fun German inspired menu featuring: Large Pretzels, Schnitzel Chicken...
October 2, 2026
Students in Sra. Zimbal's class celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a research project. Students shared facts about a notable figure with a Hispanic background on a pennant. From Frida Kahlo to...
October 2, 2026
The Homecoming Football game is tonight at 7pm! It has been a great week full of school spirit. Let's keep that going tonight!! - Please remember when attending that no students in grade 8 or below...
October 2, 2026
On October 7, The Van Rensselaer Elementary School PTA is meeting in the High School Cafeteria. Please scan the QR Code on the attached flyer to RSVP.
October 2, 2026
Congratulations to the modified football team for their 36-14 team win over Watervliet. On offense, QB Jahvel Griffin had 1 rushing touchdown along with 2 Touchdowns for RB Shaun Bargy, 1 for Alier...
October 2, 2026
Picture Day is next week, but you can order your student's pictures now! Scan the QR Code on the attached flyer to order your student's pictures.
October 1, 2026
Homecoming Week rolls on with the annual Ram Pride Ride and Pep Rally tonight! All alumni are welcomed back to support the Rams in their final home game of the season on Friday. The Senior Ceremony...
September 29, 2026
The H.O.P.E Food Pantry has a full calendar of events in October. The attached flyer includes information on food distribution events and a Faith & Love Message Meal, all at their new location.
September 29, 2026
Rensselaer Jr. Sr. High School students interested in a career in law enforcement and public service can sign up for the Shared Services Police Cadet Program. Students must be at least 14 years old...
September 29, 2026
Van Rensselaer Elementary School students are crushing it with Spirit Week! Tuesday was Team Day, and we had plenty of students and faculty representing their favorite teams. From the Bills and Syr...
September 29, 2026
The Regional Food Bank is hosting a Farmstand Food Distribution event on October 7. The event begins at 11:00 a.m. at Riverfront Park and ends when all of the products are gone.
September 28, 2026
The Rensselaer Public Library has a great set of events for all ages coming up in October. Click the attached file for more information.
September 28, 2026
Rensselaer County Department of Mental Health presents SAAF: Strong African American Families. This parenting course is a fun program for the whole family! Youth ages 10-14 and their caregivers mee...
September 25, 2026
Our students were raking in the positive referrals this week! Mr. Wood gave them all their certificates, which includes one free scoop of Stewart's ice cream. Great work, Rams!
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