Military, Veterans & First Responders Appreciation Day!
Join Saunders Trades & Technical High School as we proudly celebrate Military, Veterans & First Responders Appreciation Day!
We are honored to recognize the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country and communities. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice do not go unnoticed!
📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026
🕒 Periods 4, 5, 6 & 7
📍 Saunders HS Cafeteria
To our veterans, active-duty military personnel, police officers, firefighters, and all first responders — THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!
SAUNDERS HS & OESP HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE!
This holiday season, Saunders Trades & Technical High School is proud to partner with the Organization of Energy Service Professionals (OESP) for our annual Holiday Toy Drive benefiting Columbia Children’s Hospital, in loving memory of Vincent Schaub, Saunders High School Class of 2022.
Help us spread holiday cheer and make the season brighter for children in need! ❤️
🎁 How You Can Help:
- Donate new, unwrapped toys, books, or games for children of all ages.
- Drop off donations in the “Toys for Techs” collection box located in the Saunders HS Main Office.
- Financial contributions can be given to Ms. Luisa in the Main Office.
Together, we can honor Vincent’s memory by bringing joy, hope, and smiles to children and families this holiday season.
November 2026 A-F Calendar and School Events
November 2026 College Rep Visits
WINTER SPORTS REGISTRATION
FinalForms: Any student interested in participating in a Winter sport must register online through FinalForms. FinalForms is the online registration system used by Yonkers Public Schools to collect athletic participation forms, parent/guardian approvals, emergency contact information, and required medical documentation.
Website: https://yonkers-ny.finalforms.com
Registration Dates: Registration will be open from October 19th through November 11th. Both students and parents/guardians must create an account, and an updated physical must be uploaded in order for a student-athlete to be cleared for participation.
YPS WINTER SPORTS OPTIONS
Saunders Basketball: Boys and Girls Teams, JV and Varsity
Saunders Cheerleading: Varsity
YPS Indoor Track: Boys & Girls
YPS Swimming: Boys
YPS Bowling: Boys and Girls
YPS Wrestling: Boys and Girls
TRYOUT DATES
Tryouts for all Winter sports will begin on November 16th.
YPS WINTER SPORTS PHYSICALS
Saunders HS will offer Winter Sports Physicals on October 20 & November 5 from 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM.
Students MUST see the school nurse to sign up prior to the date of the physical.
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INSCRIPCIÓN PARA DEPORTES DE INVIERNO
FinalForms: Todo estudiante interesado en participar en un deporte de invierno debe inscribirse en línea a través de FinalForms. FinalForms es el sistema de inscripción en línea utilizado por las Escuelas Públicas de Yonkers para recopilar formularios de participación deportiva, autorizaciones de padres/tutores, información de contacto de emergencia y la documentación médica requerida.
Sitio web: https://yonkers-ny.finalforms.com
Fechas de inscripción: La inscripción estará abierta desde el 19 de octubre hasta el 11 de noviembre. Tanto los estudiantes como los padres/tutores deben crear una cuenta, y se debe cargar un examen físico actualizado para que el estudiante-atleta pueda ser autorizado para participar.
OPCIONES DE DEPORTES DE INVIERNO DE YPS
Baloncesto de Saunders
: Equipos masculinos y femeninos, JV y Varsity
Animación de Saunders
: Varsity
Atletismo bajo techo de YPS
: Masculino y femenino
Natación de YPS
: Masculino
Boliche de YPS
: Masculino y femenino
Lucha libre de YPS
: Masculino y femenino
FECHAS DE PRUEBAS
Las pruebas para todos los deportes de invierno comenzarán el
16 de noviembre
.
EXÁMENES FÍSICOS PARA DEPORTES DE INVIERNO DE YPS
Saunders HS ofrecerá exámenes físicos para deportes de invierno el
20 de octubre y el 5 de noviembre
, de
8:00 AM a 12:00 PM
.
Los estudiantes
DEBEN consultar con la enfermera escolar e inscribirse antes de la fecha del examen físico
.
October 2026 College Rep Visits & Senior College Events
Spirit Week 2026
Monday Oct 12: No School
Tuesday Oct 13: Throwback Day
Wednesday Oct 14: Meme Day
Thursday Oct 15: Soccer Mom vs BBQ Dad
Friday Oct 16: Color Wars and Paraded of Curriculum Pep Rally
Yonkers Fire Department Recruitment
WEBSITE LINK:
https://www.yonkersny.gov/1138/Firefighter-Recruitment
Ready to serve your community?
The Yonkers Fire Department is recruiting new candidates for the upcoming firefighter exam.
Deadline to Sign Up: 11/25/26
Exam Date: 1/9/27
Start your journey toward a rewarding career in public service today.
OCTOBER 2026 A-F CALENDAR
Please take a moment to review the calendar, as it includes important dates and information regarding upcoming school events, including:
Senior Events, including College Information and FAFSA activities
Spirit Week
Parade of Curriculum and Pep Rally
PSAT and SAT Testing
Winter Sports Physicals
PTSA Meetings
Additional school activities and events throughout the month
We encourage all students, families, faculty, and staff to review the calendar and keep these important dates in mind.
Thank you, and we look forward to an exciting and busy October at Saunders High School!
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Buenas tardes Comunidad de Saunders HS:
Adjunto encontrarán el Calendario A-F de Octubre de 2026.
Por favor, tómense un momento para revisar el calendario, ya que incluye fechas e información importante sobre próximos eventos escolares, entre ellos:
Eventos para estudiantes de último año, incluyendo información universitaria y actividades relacionadas con FAFSA
Semana del Espíritu Escolar
Desfile del Currículo y Pep Rally
Exámenes PSAT y SAT
Exámenes físicos para los deportes de invierno
Reuniones de la PTSA
Otras actividades y eventos escolares durante el mes
Animamos a todos los estudiantes, familias, profesores y personal a revisar el calendario y tener presentes estas fechas importantes.
¡Gracias, y esperamos con entusiasmo un mes de octubre lleno de actividades en Saunders High School!
SAUNDERS GIRLS VOLLEYBALL - 2026 CITY CHAMPIONS
Fall 2026 College Board Testing
- PSAT 11 – Juniors: October 13–21, 2026
- SAT School Day – Seniors: October 22–29, 2026
2026 Yonkers Citywide Volleyball Tournament
When: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: Doors open 8:30 AM
Location: Yonkers Middle High School
Tournament Info: https://www.zortssports.com/join/tournament/27816
The Saunders High School Fan Zone Online Store is now open!
Families, students, staff, and alumni are invited to purchase Saunders High School branded apparel, including T-shirts, jackets and hoodies, to show their Saunders pride throughout the school year.
The online store will be open from now until September 15, 2026.
Link: https://stores.inksoft.com/WS140471/shop/home
Thank you for supporting Saunders High School and showing your school spirit!
9TH GRADE ORIENTATION
AUGUST 25, 2026 @ 9:00 AM
SAUNDERS HS AUDITORIUM
2026 Fall Sports Information
FinalForms: Any student interested in participating in a Fall sport must first register online through FinalForms. FinalForms is the online registration system used by Yonkers Public Schools to collect athletic participation forms, parent/guardian approvals, emergency contact information, and required medical documentation.
Website: https://yonkers-ny.finalforms.com
Registration Dates: Registration will be open from July 26 through August 18. Both students and parents/guardians must create an account, and an updated physical must be uploaded in order for a student-athlete to be cleared for participation.
FALL SPORTS OPTIONS
Saunders Soccer: Boys and Girls Teams, JV and Varsity
Saunders Girls Volleyball: JV and Varsity
YPS Football: JV and Varsity
YPS Girls Swimming: Varsity
YPS Boys Volleyball: Varsity
TRYOUT DATES
Football tryouts will begin on August 17. Tryouts for all other Fall sports will begin on August 24.
YPS SUMMER PHYSICALS
Yonkers Public Schools will also be offering sports physicals at multiple locations from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM throughout the summer. Student-athletes may attend any location, even if it is not the date assigned to the school they attend.
Tuesday, July 28: Saunders and YMA @ Saunders
Wednesday, July 29 : Gorton @ Gorton
Thursday, July 30: Halmi, Riverside & Obama @ Obama
Tuesday, August 4: YMHS & Roosevelt @ Roosevelt
Wednesday, August 5: Lincoln @ Lincoln
Thursday, August 6: Saunders & YMA @ Saunders
Monday, August 10: Halmi, Riverside & Obama @ Obama
Wednesday, August 12: Gorton @ Gorton
Thursday, August 13: YMHS & Roosevelt @ Roosevelt
Tuesday, August 18: Saunders & YMA @ Saunders
Wednesday, August 19: Lincoln @ Lincoln
Thursday, August 20 : Halmi, Riverside & Obama @ Obama
QUESTIONS/CONTACTS
Questions: please contact Saunders HS Assistant Principal Angelo Petrino at apetrino@yonkerspublicschools.org or Saunders HS Athletic Director James Hoffman at jhoffman@yonkerspublicschools.org
YPS Athletics: https://www.yonkerspublicschools.org/athletics
YPS Final Forms: https://yonkers-ny.finalforms.com
YPS Sports Schedules: https://61441.digitalsports.com/pages/schedule/schedule.php
JUNE 2026 REGENTS CALENDAR
JUNE 2026 FINALS / REGENTS / SCHOOL EVENTS CALENDAR
Fall Sports 2026 Registration is Coming Soon!
Saunders student-athletes interested in participating in Fall Sports for the 2026 season must register through Final Forms.
Registration Dates:
July 26 – August 18, 2026
Practices Begin:
Football: August 17
All other Fall Sports: August 24
To access the YPS Final Forms signup page, visit:
https://yonkers-ny.finalforms.com
Reminder: All student-athletes must have an up-to-date physical on file in order to participate.
Fall Sports Available:
Football, Boys & Girls Soccer, Girls Volleyball, Girls Swimming, Boys & Girls Cross Country, and Boys Volleyball.
KNICKS DAY
We are excited to celebrate Knicks Day on Wednesday, June 3! Staff and students are encouraged to show their Knicks pride by wearing a Knicks jersey or Knicks colors. Let’s bring the energy, spirit, and excitement as we come together to support our hometown team!
UPDATED 4TH QUARTER GYM MAKEUPS DATES
JUNE 9: 8:30 TO 11:30 AM
JUNE 10: 8:30 TO 11:30 AM
JUNE 17: 8:30 TO 10:30 AM