NO SCHOOL: Winter Recess 2/17-2/21
Feb. 14, 2025
Spa Day sweetness
On Saturday, we hosted our annual Valentine Spa Day! Our cosmetology students and staff created a festive and fun environment, and we were thrilled to have two alumni play a special role.
Spirit Week shenanigans
What better way to lead up to Winter Recess than having a fun and festive Spirit Week? This week our Falcons keep us smiling with Meme Day, Twin Day, PJ Day, Dress Like a Valentine Day and Falcon Pride Day! The Winter Pep Rally was the perfect way to kick off our winter break. Visit our Albany High Facebook page and Instagram page to see some of our favorite moments from the week!
Seniors shining bright
On Tuesday evening, we honored our senior student-athletes from the competitive cheerleading team. After a joyful ceremony, the crowd enjoyed a stellar halftime performance by our seniors and their teammates!
Open mic magic
On Wednesday evening, our Falcons wowed us with heartfelt performances at the Red & Black VDay Open Mic Night. From Olde English poetry to modern day show tunes, there was something for everyone!
Dynamic dialogue
On Wednesday, our Falcons had the opportunity to attend a Power Lunch session to converse with the City School District of Albany Board of Education about a compelling opportunity to represent the student population as a non-voting board member. Visit our website to learn more!
Online Success Program
Need to recover credits? Our Online Success Program will be open during Winter Recess for students who have signed a contract. View this flier with details about dates, times, locations and requirements.
Scholarship opportunities & FAFSA help
Did you know that there are many local scholarship applications available in the SchoolLinks platform? Examples include Board of Education scholarships, the Paul Lyons Scholarship, the Ben Becker Memorial Scholarship, and the Richard Lang Science Scholarship. Students and families are encouraged to log into SchooLinks to see these opportunities and many more!
Our next FAFSA Friday event will be held on Feb. 28 and registration is open.
Drumroll please…
We have some amazing events coming up during the second half of February!
- Winter sectionals are in full swing! Tickets for winter sectionals can be purchased on the Go Fan website and dates and times of sectionals are available on Schedule Galaxy. Let's go Falcons!
- On Saturday, Feb. 22 come join us for the Albany Indoor Percussion home show, which will feature City School District of Albany students in grades 6-12 who simultaneously play a range of percussion instruments, march, dance and perform theater.
- Mark your calendars for our Black History Month Celebration on Friday, Feb. 28!
Falcon families, share your experience!
Our Family Engagement Survey is open through the end of Febraury! Please take a few minutes of your time to share feedback.
Upcoming events
This list shows some upcoming events, but remember you can view our full calendar to see all the great things going on here at Albany High!
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Rolling up our sleeves for good
During our blood drive on Friday, Jan. 31, we successfully collected 61 pints of blood! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to each donor who rolled up their sleeves to donate. Also, a big Falcon shout-out to our student coordinators, Nathan Martel and Anya Stetzer!
I’m not crying… you’re crying…
On Tuesday, Feb. 4, we celebrated Senior Night for boys’ swimming/diving and boys’ basketball. Seeing the families and fans come out to honor our Falcons was such a tremendous show of Falcon pride. We may have glanced a few teary-eyed loved ones as they embraced this memorable milestone with joy and delight!
Ice, ice baby
On Tuesday, Feb. 4, we celebrated a thrilling 7-2 win on the ice as our Albany High hockey players who play for the Hawks—a merger team with student-athletes from Albany High, Niskayuna, Broadalbin-Perth and Schoharie—skated their way to victory!
Better than candy conversation hearts
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we’re serving up some sweet events:
- Tonight, Feb. 7, listen to some jazzy tunes by The Jazzmanian Devils and The B Flats at Serata at Café Madison!
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Saturday, Feb. 8 we invite the community to join us for Valentine Spa Day. Whether you want to treat yourself or surprise your loved one, it’s a great way to show some love to our Albany High cosmetology students!
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February 10-14, our students will be having some festive fun leading up to Winter Recess with Spirit Week and our Winter Pep Rally.
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Wednesday, Feb. 8 is our Red & Black VDay Open Mic Night. Performers need to sign up via this Google Form and all are welcome to attend and enjoy this evening of creative performances!
FAFSA, TAP & scholarships, oh my!
Our February 2025 College and Career Center newsletter is hot off the press. Check it out to get incredibly helpful information!
The College and Career Center is now holding after-school hours from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday for students who want to stop in to talk to a counselor about applications, financial aid, SchooLinks, scholarships or any other college/career-related questions.
Our next FAFSA Friday event will be held on Feb. 14 and registration is open.
We're ready to listen (really!)
Our Family Engagement Survey is live! Please pause and take a few minutes of your time to share your perspective and feedback with us—it’s vital in helping us take positive steps forward in serving our Falcons and their families.
Sorry Punxsutawney Phil…
Despite Phil spotting his shadow (rude!), winter sports are wrapping up soon and spring sports are on the horizon! Our reliable sources show a 100% chance of spring sports registrations opening on Monday, Feb. 17. Families can register their student via Final Forms. Also, please save the date for our high school sports informational meeting, which will be Wednesday, March 5 at Albany High.
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