District News Archives -- 2008-09

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June 2009

• Summer meals program provides free breakfast and lunch for city's children

• Photo Gallery: A look at Albany's graduation ceremonies

• Albany High School Class of 2009 celebrates graduation

• The end of an era at Philip Livingston Magnet Academy

• 2009-10 Contract for Excellence not required due to rapidly rising charter school expenses

• Pete Porcelli takes over Albany High football program

• Selection Committee accepting nominations for inaugural Hall of Fame Class of 2009

• Ten Albany High students recognized in 2009 Black and Latino Achievers program

• A clean sweep for Albany High teachers in annual Times Union "Best of" reader survey

• Philip Livingston Magnet Academy student honored in county-wide ceremony

• Albany High 'Natural Leaders' head west for youth summit

• Board to consider candidates for interim superintendent, Albany High School principal

• State math results once again show strong progress for Albany students

May 2009

• Albany Marching Falcons return from historic Washington, D.C. trip

• Delaware Community School Chess Club introduces students to age-old game

• Second class of Albany High students graduates from pioneering 'NanoHigh' program

• Albany High presents original works for 12 student playwrights

• Two Albany High juniors receive national recognition

• Expanding Web partnership with UAlbany helps enhance student learning

• Albany High senior Ocasio Willson selected for prestigious Gates Millennium Scholars Program

• Last blood drive of year a huge success for Albany High School

• Local author and illustrator visits Eagle Point Elementary School

• Albany school district, city partner to offer unique EMT training program at Albany High School

• Area college students fund district-wide fourth grade field day at Albany High School

• Michael Hughes becomes first Albany High School student to earn a Division I baseball scholarship

• District students in grades 3-8 achieve strongest ELA gains ever

• District teachers earn national certification

• Giffen, Myers students make big strides toward healthier lives

• Minnesota Supreme Court justice, NFL Hall of Famer emphasizes education, hard work during Myers talk

April 2009

• Middle schools plan open house, orientation events

• District consults with county health officials for swine flu guidance, monitoring

• Hackett Middle School students win city-wide science competition

• Two Albany High student-athletes earn all-area honors in annual Times Union poll

• Three additional elementary schools to keep sixth grade in 2009-10

• Hackett Middle School hosts first annual 'Trashion Show'

• Albany High senior gets an inside look at New York state government

• Albany High Select Choir to perform in concert with Albany Pro Musica

• Albany teacher recognized among Capital Region's most accomplished young professionals

March 2009

• Albany High robotics team competes in Hartford, Connecticut

• Pre-Registration Blast a big hit with families, children

• Award-winning Albany High School Theatre Ensemble to present "Chicago: The Musical"

• Albany High girls' basketball coach Leslie Bogucki retires from coaching after 26 seasons

• Superintendent announces retirement after 32-year career in public education

• State Ed data reflects continued academic progress and areas for improvement

• Superintendent recognized for helping to boost local economy, image

• Marching Falcons to represent district, city and state in nation's capital

• District, City Council PTA plan March budget forums

• Four members of Albany High varsity boys' basketball team earn Big 10 all-star recognition

February 2009

• Albany schools celebrate Black History Month

• Livingston students' Black History Month projects displayed at City Hall

• Four Lady Falcons earn All-Big 10 recognition in basketball

• Board approves feeder model, neighborhood zones for 2009-10 middle school enrollment

• Albany School of Humanities recycling program makes big impact

• First Lady Michelle Paige Patterson visits Albany schools to raise awareness of her 'Healthy Steps' challenge

January 2009

• Albany School of Humanities student recognized as 'Kid of the Week'

• Students, staff commemorate President Obama's historic inauguration

• Activities planned district-wide to celebrate Barack Obama's inauguration

• Committee presents board two recommendations for 2009-10 middle school enrollment

• Albany Elks Lodge recognizes 'Celebration of Freedom' essay winners

• Board of Education to hold public hearing on requests for charter school changes

December 2008

• Grand re-opening celebration planned for New Scotland Elementary School

• Middle school enrollment committee to hold public forums in January

• Former New York Giants star George Martin shares his 'ingredients for success' with North Albany Academy students

• Making a difference at Albany High School

• North Albany Academy 'Mindstorm Maniacs' take second in regional robotics competition

• Giffen students teaming up with Disney on Ice, regional food bank to help brighten the holidays

• Volunteer committee to plan public forums on middle school enrollment plan

November 2008

• Two academic appointments complete district's senior administrative staff

• Albany High School senior helps make nano history once again

• Intel to sponsor North Albany Academy Robotics Team at RPI competition

• Board unanimously approves comprehensive strategic plan

• Board schedules public hearing on request for all-girls charter high school

• Two new members elected to Board of Education

• Author and Illustrator Grace Lin visits New Scotland Elementary School

• Albany students have an opportunity to make their voices heard in Election 2008

• Albany High School teachers make presentations and receive award at annual conference for exceptional students

• Giffen Memorial Elementary School participates in international science project involving tulips

October 2008

• Middle school student recognized as 'Kid of the Week' for her generous spirit

• Two district students win Times Union Halloween writing contest

• Albany High Theatre Ensemble to present The Runner Stumbles from Oct. 30-Nov. 2

• Superintendent reports on Albany High School scheduling problem, outlines corrective actions

• Love SAM and Citizens Bank a winning combination at North Albany Academy

• Albany High School among state leaders in Advanced Placement exams

September 2008

• District forming committee to devise middle school enrollment plan for 2009-10

• North Albany Academy celebrates Constitution Day with Common Council Member Barbara Smith

• Albany High School schedules makeup days in November, March

August 2008

• Start of school year delayed one day for Arbor Hill Elementary, TOAST

• Albany middle school students among first grads of nano summer institute

• Albany High School freshmen getting a head start on the school year

• Four district principals attend Harvard Summer Principals Institute

July 2008

• State Assembly Majority Leader Ron Canestrari congratulates North Albany Academy on summer reading program (July 2008)

• Asbestos abatement at Thomas O'Brien Academy of Science and Technology and plans for 2008-09(July 2008)