The grand finale for All-City Band 2025 was Albany High’s combined Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band! Led by Director of Bands John Halvorsen, the group performed Robert W. Smith’s “Suite for the Heroes Among Us” honoring our firefighters, healthcare workers, police officers and armed services!
The grand finale for All-City Chorus 2025 was “Dancing Through Life” from “Wicked,” featuring over 250 of our incredibly talented elementary, middle and high school vocalists from around the district, all led by Albany High Choir Director Brendan Hoffman!
Magnet Open Houses 2025
Superintendent Hochreiter here!
Our magnet open houses begin next week, and I hope you’ll join us for a first-hand look at what makes these elementary schools special!
While every one of our schools offers outstanding programing with caring and dedicated staff, our four magnet elementary schools each approach instruction through a unique lens.
We look forward to you joining us for a look at the incredible opportunities offered at Albany School of Humanities (ASH), the Dual Language Program, Montessori Magnet School and Thomas O’Brien Academy of Science and Technology (TOAST)!
For specific dates and times, along with additional information about our magnet and pre-K lottery, you can visit https://www.albanyschools.org/registration/lotteries
Hope to see you there!
Blood Drive Jan. 31!
Superintendent Hochreiter here!
Join us at Albany High this Friday, Jan. 31 for our second blood drive of the year. Along with helping save lives and supporting the Red Cross, you can engage in some friendly competition for the championship donor belt, which just so happens to currently be in the hands of yours truly!
If you're interested in becoming a donor, please visit our website to complete your registration, and we look forward to seeing you there!
https://www.albanyschools.org/calendar/7353890/community-blood-drive-1-31
Didn’t make it to this year’s Music Teacher Concert?
No problem! Here it is in its entirety!
Along with being an outstanding showcase of the musical and comedic talents of district staff, the concert raises money to benefit Albany Friends of Music, a nonprofit group of parents, teachers and music lovers who support music programs and initiatives in our schools.
This year’s concert was also dedicated to the memory of longtime district music teacher Minitria Slade, and the show opened with two heartfelt performances honoring her life.
A big thank you to everyone who helped make the night a success, especially music teacher Jimmy Affatigato who organized the event!
Happy Holidays!
A reminder that all City School District of Albany schools and administrative offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 23 through Wednesday, Jan. 1 for the holiday break.
The exception is the district headquarters at Academy Park, which will be open Dec. 26, 27 and 30. If you need to visit Academy Park on one of those days, we suggest that you call the office you’re trying to connect with ahead of your visit to assure that the appropriate person is available. The building will be closed Dec. 23-25 and Dec. 31-Jan. 1.
All of our schools and offices will reopen in the new year on Thursday, Jan. 2.
Have a happy and restful break, and be sure to check out this holiday message from Superintendent Hochreiter!
American Education Week 2024
Superintendent Hochreiter here!
As we wrap up American Education Week, I wanted to take a moment to publicly recognize our outstanding employees and everything they do for our students, our families and the success of our district.
Every one of us – teachers, support staff and administrators – are all educators in one way or another, and I truly thank you for your commitment, dedication and compassion.
And know that while American Education Week may only be five days, I am grateful for you all each and every day.
Thank you, and keep up the great work!
Parent-Teacher Conferences Oct. 24 & 25
Take a look at this reminder from Superintendent Hochreiter about parent-teacher conferences next week on Oct. 24-25!
On Thursday, Oct. 24, conferences will be held after the regular school day ends and into the early evening. Exact start and end times may vary by school.
On Friday, Oct. 25, conferences will be held beginning at noon for all schools.
For more information or to schedule a conference, please contact your child’s school.
And don’t forget, all students will have a full day off Oct. 25 to accommodate employee professional development in the morning and the conferences in the afternoon.
A Great First Week!
As we start our second full week of classes, take a look at this message of positivity and encouragement from Superintendent Hochreiter!
Welcome to 2024-25!
As we prepare to officially begin the school year for most students tomorrow, take a look at this welcome back message to students and families from Superintendent Hochreiter!
Convocation 2024
We officially kicked off the 2024-25 school year with our annual Superintendent’s Convocation this morning!
The virtual convocation features words of encouragement and motivation from Superintendent Joseph Hochreiter and Board of Education President Sridar Chittur, Ph.D.
Welcome back to all our employees, and we can’t wait to see our students in just a few days!
Class of 2024 Senior Reflections: Anaya Zullo
Take a look at the final video in our series featuring graduating seniors from the Class of 2024 reflecting on their experiences at Albany High School!
This video features Anaya Zullo.
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