October 28, 2026
9th Period Reminder
Students in Grades 7-12 are reminded about the 9th Period After School Support Program. This is mandators for students who are on the ineligibility list, but open to anyone looking for a place to g...
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October 28, 2026
Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday
SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) is hosting our NEXT RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE on Thursday, October 29th from 9am to 2pm in the North Gym! Anyone 16 or older is eligible to donate. Click t...
October 28, 2026
Trunk or Treat Tonight!
We are so excited for this year's Trunk or Treat!If you plan on doing a trunk, please sign up below!Due to construction, only RCSD students and families may attend.
October 27, 2026
Please Check the Lost and Found!
Parents and Students at Van Rensselaer Elementary are asked to check the lost and found as soon as possible! There are a lot of coats and clothes in this pile that will come in handy as the tempera...
October 27, 2026
Final Home Game! Varsity Football vs. Lake George – Thursday, 6:00 PM
Come out and support our Varsity Football team as they wrap up their 2026 home season with a crossover game against Lake George!Game Details: Opponent: Lake George Date: Thursday night Time: 6:00 P...
October 26, 2026
7th Grade and Kindergarten Team Up on Field Trip
15 seventh-grade students became teachers for the day as they helped our kindergarteners explore the seasons and discover the wonders of fall at BASF! Students guided the younger learners through n...
October 23, 2026
Author Visit at Rensselaer Public Library
The Rensselaer Public Library is hosting C.M. Wagoneer for a talk about fantasy fiction writing on November 14. Adults and teens are welcome. You can sign up at rensselaerlibrary.org
October 23, 2026
Rocket League in Gym Class
Students of VRES Grades 3-6 enjoyed our soccer culminating game, Rocket League. Students play scooter soccer and try and kick our Omnikin ball and throw orbs into goals! Always a blast!
October 22, 2026
Fire Safety Program Conducts Controlled Pod Burn for 10th Graders
Today, students in the district's Fire Safety Program participated in a live controlled burn demonstration, observed by 10th-grade students from a designated viewing area. The demonstration gave st...
October 21, 2026
8th Grade Art & FACS Collaboration: "From Sketch to Stove"
Eighth-grade students in Mrs. Kent’s and Mrs. Mahar’s classes recently participated in an exciting interdisciplinary project titled "From Sketch to Stove!". Combining visual art and Family and Cons...
October 21, 2026
Fire Safety Presentation
Thank you to the Rensselaer Fire Department for giving their Fire Safety presentation to Mrs. Hadden's Kindergarteners on Tuesday! The students learned about the importance of smoke alarms and what...
October 21, 2026
Teen Mental Health First Aid Parent Session Tonight
Don’t forget! The Teen Mental Health First Aid virtual drop-in session is happening tonight, October 21st, from 5:30 - 6:00PM. This is a great chance to meet the instructor, learn more about the pr...
October 20, 2026
Parents as Partners Webinar: Addressing School Avoidance and Anxiety
Please see the information below about the Parents as Partners Webinar Series:📚✨ Register Now! Parents as Partners Webinar Series – Session 2!Help! My Child is Avoiding or Refusing to Go to School!...
October 20, 2026
Varsity Football Takes Home First Win!
On Friday, the Varsity Football team won their first game in 763 days! After losing the first five games of this season, the Rams beat Lake George 44-24. Come out and support the Rams in their fina...
October 19, 2026
Red Ribbon Week
As we approach Red Ribbon Week, we are excited to share our commitment to promoting a drug-free environment at our school. This annual campaign, supported by our SADD (Students Against Destructive ...
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