Group, senior pictures being scheduled
Parents and students are reminded that team and individual photos are being scheduled over the next couple of weeks. The band group photo was taken earlier this week, with individuals currently being scheduled.
Families able to choose school clothing
The annual Back to School Bash held last Tuesday at Closet Angels proved to be a huge success, supplying over 100 adults and children with basic clothing, shoes, coats, and hoodies, according to Closet Angels coordinator Lori Reames. “This year, we added socks and underwear, hoodies and coats to help struggling families get outfitted for a new school year,” Reames said.
Meet the Teacher planned
Albany elementary students and their parents will learn teacher classroom assignmentsonTuesday, Aug. 13 at Meet the Teacher hosted by Nancy Smith Elementary from 4:00 p.m.
Local Head Start, Pre-K spots still open
There are several positions openforstudentswho qualify for either the Head Start program or the Pre-K class at Nancy Smith Elementary School. Parents who are interested in having a child participate in either program shouldcontacttheschoolto determine if they qualify.
Band to make debut at ice cream supper
With three weeks of rehearsals under their belts, the Ragin’ Red Band will play for the first time this season at the annual Ice CreamSupperonMonday, Aug. 12 at the Bank Park.
Truck fire extinguished quickly
An incident on Monday was definitely lit up by some serendipity with a truck fire speedily knocked down before it caused a serious wildfire. Late Monday morning, Aug.
In-person enrollment starts
In-person registration for the 2024-2025 school year will be held today and tomorrow (Aug. 8-9) at the high school campus for students enrolling at either the elementary or secondary campuses.
Val Estridge of First Financial Bank
Jessica Watkins (above, l) gets a bag full of goodies from Val Estridge of First Financial Bank, along with other treats and gifts, during the AISD kick-off breakfast Tuesday. Staff members receiving anniversary acknowledgment were (at left, front, l-r) Whitney Bennett - 5 years, Chanel Hayner - 10, Kelli Kreitler - 10, Kenzie Fairchild 20, Sheila Hogan - 25, (back) James Rodriguez - 15, Melanie Turner - 5, Joey Baker - 20, Kim Waters - 20, Leigh Lowe - 35, and Susie Beard - 25. Donnie Lucas / Albany News
In-person registration set Aug. 8-9
Online registration for all returningAlbany ISD students is expected to open Aug. 1 (today), but could possibly be delayed a day or two, according to Leigh Lowe, director of student services.
Blood drive planned today
Local blood donors are reminded that today’s blood drive is set for a new time from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
