Graduation cap and gown orders due MONDAY – Attention seniors: Cap and gown orders are are due this Monday, the first day back from break. If you haven’t already ordered your cap and gown, please do it today to assure it arrives on time for graduation! Cost is $40. You can find the order form and more info at albanyschools.org/2023.
Dinner fundraiser orders dueMONDAY – Place your order by this Monday at 3:30 p.m. to reserve delicious to-go dinners being sold Thursday by student chefs in the culinary program. Every dinner order supports our school’s SkillsUSA program, and you won’t have to cook on Thursday! Learn more.
Chamber Concert Wednesday – Experience student musical talents at Wednesday's 6:30 p.m. Chamber Concert, featuring the Albanettes, B Flats (intermediate jazz ensemble), Chamber Choir, Jazzmanian Devils (advanced jazz ensemble), String Quartet and Troubadours. Learn more.
Spa Day is May 13 – Pamper Mom, a loved one or yourself with high-end beauty services on May 13 at our Mother’s Day Spa! The event will be held from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the salon classroom. Cosmetology and barbering services will be offered along with salon services. Learn more.
​​​​​Upcoming events
Monday, April 17
Back to school
Last day to place order for culinary fundraiser
Last day to order your graduation cap and gown (seniors only)
Wednesday, April 19
PTSA meeting, 5:30 p.m.
Chamber Concert, auditorium, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 20 – Pickup of dinners ordered for culinary fundraiser, Abrookin Career and Technical Center, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Friday, April 28 – National CTE Honor Society inductions, auditorium, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, May 5 – Third quarter honor roll celebration, cafeterias, ninth period
Tuesday, May 9 – Vegetable Project Evening in the Garden, North Main Street garden, 5:30-7 p.m. (rain date May 10)
Friday, May 12 – Graduation cap and gown payments due (seniors only)
Saturday, May 13 – Mother's Day Spa, spa classroom. Learn more.
Tuesday, May 16 – School budget and board of education vote. Learn more.
Wednesday, May 17 – PTSA meeting, 5:30 p.m.
Friday, May 20 – Junior Prom. Stay tuned for details.
Wednesday, May 24 – First spring concert featuring Advanced Orchestra, Wind Ensemble and Select Choir, auditorium, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 25 – Career Fair, 1-5 p.m. Stay tuned for details.
Monday, May 29 – Memorial Day, no school
Wednesday, May 31
Second spring concert featuring String Orchestra, Symphonic Band and Vocal Music, auditorium, 6:30 p.m.
CREATE Festival, 5 p.m. Stay tuned for details.
Thursday, June 1 – U.S. History and Government Regents exam; only students taking the exam report to school
Important reminders
College Zone opportunity May 20 – Students and their parents and guardians can take part in a free pre-college program called "Entering the College Zone" on Saturday, May 20 from 9-3 p.m. at Hudson Valley Community College. Students can register through Friday, May 5. Learn more.
Summer arts scholarships – The state Office of Cultural Education is offering scholarship opportunities for students to attend regional arts programs this summer. . May 1 is the deadline to apply.
'Short Play Festival' submissions sought – The Theater Ensemble is asking playwright hopefuls to submit their original short works by June 2. The festival is slated for fall 2023. Learn more.
Free spa services for 55+ – Cosmetology students are offering free salon services to any city residents aged 55 and up on Tuesdays and Thursdays through May. An appointment is required. Learn more.
