New York State Association of Small City School Districts (SCSD)
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Our Mission
Our mission is to amplify the voice of small-city school districts through legislative advocacy, professional development and shared best practices. We champion equitable funding, promote innovation in instruction and operations and foster peer-to-peer support committed to excellence for every student across our member districts.
News Spotlight
A landmark education equity case challenging whether New York State is providing students in small city school districts the opportunity for a constitutionally adequate education.
Oral Argument • September 15, 2026 • 1:00 PM
The next chapter in Maisto v. State of New York is before us. For those who may be less familiar with the case, Maisto challenges whether New York State is meeting its constitutional obligation to provide students in small city school districts with the opportunity for a sound basic education. As oral arguments approach on September 15, we encourage our members and partners across New York to understand what is at stake and why this case matters. The eight plaintiff school districts are:
Jamestown • Kingston •
Mount Vernon • Newburgh •
Niagara Falls • Port Jervis • Poughkeepsie • Utica
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Membership is more than participation. Membership is influence. Membership is leverage.
One district can raise a concern. Fifty-seven (57) districts can move the conversation, shape decisions and drive real change.
Together, SCSD advances the priorities of small city school districts while creating greater opportunities for the students and the communities we serve.
Together, we are stronger. Together, we are heard. Together, we move the 57 forward.
Join 'The Leaders of the 57' TODAY.
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Candidates must submit a formal letter of application, current resume, updated folder of professional credentials from a college/university and a completed application form by August 28, 2026.
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