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
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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 ...
October 16, 2026
New Hope Community Events
New Hope is hosting two events to benefit the local community. They will continue their Food Pantry services with a Food Distribution Events on October 18th at 12 p.m. The Hope For Coats Distributi...
October 16, 2026
How A Bill Becomes A Law - With A Local Twist
Recently, Mrs. Lol got to work alongside Mrs. Connor and her senior Government Class to review the process of how a bill becomes a law. Students studied a mock bill, focusing on providing additiona...
October 16, 2026
Thanks to the Rensselaer Eagles Club Ladies Auxiliary!
A HUGE thank you to the Rensselaer Eagles Club #4446 Ladies Auxiliary that generously donate each year to RCSD's BackPack Program! Your support ensures families access to the resources they need an...
October 16, 2026
Drive-Thru Food Distribution: 10/17
The Regional Food Bank is hosting a Drive-Thru Food Distribution event on October 17. The event begins at 8:30 a.m. at Van Rensselaer Elementary School and ends when all of the products are gone.
October 16, 2026
Modified Football Wins Again!
Congratulations to the Rensselaer modified football team for their 22-0 win over Canajoharie. It was a great team effort and win. Thank you to all that came out to support the team! Go Rams!
October 15, 2026
Job Openings at RCSD!
The Rensselaer City School District is hiring! We have the following jobs available, all of which are posted on Olasjobs.org and Indeed.com. School Psychologist Bus Driver (multiple positions avail...
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