NO SCHOOL: Thanksgiving Recess
The results are in, and Albany High School students and staff collected a total of 106 pints of blood, saving a potential 318 lives.
The Albany High community filled the gym for the first of its three annual American Red Cross blood drives on Oct. 12, where they rolled up their sleeves to help save the lives of others. Each pint of blood donated has the potential to save as many as three lives.
Three seniors—Madison Elia and twin sisters Peyton and Regan Hunt—spearheaded the drive along with the help of librarian and faculty adviser Alicia Abdul.
As a result of their efforts, the three are now well on their way to receiving a scholarship from the Red Cross that would be split equally among them. The scholarships are awarded annually to seniors who help their schools meet specific donation targets.
Given the generosity and compassion of their fellow students and teachers, the three seniors should have no trouble leading Albany High to meet these goals during the upcoming winter and spring drives.
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The mission of the City School District of Albany is to educate and prepare all students for college and career, citizenship and life, in partnership with our diverse community. The district serves nearly 9,700 students in 18 elementary, middle and high schools. In addition to neighborhood schools, the district includes several magnet schools and programs, as well as other innovative academic opportunities for students, including four themed academies at Albany High School.
