Albany School District

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Get your COMET gear now for the upcoming school year. Below is a link for Albany Comet apparel and other items. This online order opportunity is through RBS Activewear in Argyle, WI. There are items in men, women, & youth sizes. There are also THREE different designs to choose from along logos that are sublimated or embroidered on apparel, headwear, & bags. When you go click on the link you will see a header with DESIGN 1, DESIGN 2, DESIGN 3, BOTTOMS, & MORE for embroidery options. Click and open up all options to see what is available. (Youth sizes are available on certain items) The order deadline is 11:59pm on Sunday, September 8th. Orders will be delivered to the school within 3-4 weeks of the order deadline. Once delivered we will make sure that items get dispersed immediately. If you have any questions about orders you can contact Mr. Doescher. (derik.doescher@albany.k12.wi.us) GO COMETS!!! https://albanyboosterclubspirit24.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Please join us for our annual Back to School Night Event on Tuesday, August 27th from 5:00 - 7:00! Students can meet teachers, drop off supplies, and see friends. School supplies are available for students at the district office entrance. Students and families can enjoy a free dinner thanks to the Albany WI Chamber and our amazing community partners.

On Wednesday, August 21, 2024, the Albany School District Board of Education formally approved a resolution seeking a 3-year, non-recurring operational referendum. Information about the referendum can be found on the District website (www.albany.k12.wi.us). The District will provide multiple avenues and opportunities to receive information and have questions answered about the referendum. We look forward to working with our community throughout this process.

Yesterday, the Albany School District staff spent the afternoon with members of the Green County Sheriff's Department training for threat situations. We greatly appreciate them sharing their expertise. It was a great experience!

Thanks to the Albany Lion's Club and generous community members, we are able to offer school supplies to families that need them. Supplies are located outside of the District Office at 309 Vinton St. Albany, WI. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 - 3:00. Supplies can also be picked up at Back to School Night on Tuesday, August 27th from 5:00 - 7:00.

Parkview-Albany varsity football is back! The Parkview-Albany Vikings will host Beloit Turner in their season open this Friday night. Kickoff is at 7:00pm at Parkview HS. Let's fill the bleachers to support our Parkview-Albany players for this season opener. GO VIKINGS!

Hello, with school right around the corner, Kobussen is going to be doing their time runs tomorrow Wednesday, August 21. Please feel free to keep your eyes out to get an estimate on your child's pickup time. All bussing times will be entered and viewable in Infinite Campus by 3 pm on Friday(8/23).

Thank you to Karen Tway and Pleasant Prairie Greenhouse for their generous donation to the Albany School District. Supporting the businesses that support our children makes sense! Thank you, Karen!

Members of the Albany School District staff enjoyed participating in the 2024 Riverfest Parade today. It was great to see so many of our Albany students. The Albany School District is... Doing something BIG in a special little place. Go Comets!

Thank you to Matthew Rolli (Rolli Worx, Brodhead WI) for his beautiful work on our 'Welcome to Albany' signs on HWY 59 (east and west) highlighting Albany School District State Championships. Swing by and check them out! Thanks, Matthew and Rolli Worx!!

We had a great Reuben's Run this morning! Thank you to all the runners and all the sponsors to make the run happen, and all the funds raised for Post Prom.

Today we welcomed our newest Comets! This talented group of educators will have a tremendously positive impact on our District. Welcome to the team! (Jordan Ile, Emily Thomas, Jasmine Evert, Lindsey Arnsmeier, Jill Berg, Brendan Rohloff, Hayley Jordan)

The Albany middle school and high school volleyball seasons are right around the corner. The volleyball programs are offering an opportunity for people to order volleyball apparel for the upcoming seasons. If interested in ordering volleyball apparel, use the link below as all sales are online. The deadline for ordering is Monday, August 19th at midnight. All orders will be delivered to the Albany School District 2-3 weeks following the order deadline of August 19th at midnight. https://albanyhsvb24.itemorder.com/

The Albany School District is proud to offer an amazing 4K program. Students attend full days, five days a week, allowing more opportunities for fun with friends and early learning. Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is open for district students who will be 4 before 9/1/2024. Please see our back-to-school page for more information and registration links: https://www.albany.k12.wi.us/o/asd/page/back-to-school-2024-2025

Albany MS/HS athletic opportunities will be starting soon! Please check the list to make sure your athlete has completed what is needed to start the season. Included are start dates and times for the first day of practice for middle school and high school Fall athletics. GO COMETS! WIAA Physical Form or WIAA Alternate Year Card Form Students need one physical every two years. Alternate year card filled out on years opposite of a physical. An updated physical is due to be on file by the first day of practice of that specific sport. WIAA AED/CPR/CONCUSSION FORM – Parent & Athlete These forms are completed online when registering the student for school. All athletic forms are online except the physical & alternate year card which require a physician. Albany MS/HS Extra-Curricular Code of Conduct Contract (Coincides with Extra-Curricular Handbook) These forms are completed online when registering the student for school. All athletic forms are online except the physical & alternate year card which require a physician. Albany MS/HS Athletic Fees Per Sport *Can be paid online through the infinite campus portal or paid via check or cash to office. *$40.00 Fee per HS sport / $20 Fee per MS sport* Albany Fall Athletic Start Dates: Parkview-Albany HS Football ~ Tuesday, August 6th (4:00-7:30pm) (Parent/athlete meeting on Monday, August 5th from 5:30-7:00pm @ Parkview Elem.) Parkview-Albany MS Football ~ Monday, August 12th (3:30-6:00pm) (Parent/athlete meeting on Monday, August 5th from 5:30-7:00pm @ Parkview Elem.) Albany HS Cross Country ~ Monday, August 19th (7:00am-9:00am & 7:00-8:30pm) Albany HS Volleyball ~ Monday, August 19th (4:00-6:30pm) (Parent/athlete meeting on Monday, August 19th from 6:30-7:00pm) Albany MS Cross Country (Grades 6, 7, 8) ~ Monday, August 26th (3:30-5:00pm) Albany MS Volleyball (Grades 7 & 8) ~ Monday, August 26th (3:30-5:00pm) Questions ~ Contact Mr. Derik Doescher (AD): derik.doescher@albany.k12.wi.us

PARKVIEW-ALBANY YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL sign-up started last night! You have two more opportunities to get your student signed up if they are interested in playing youth flag football this Fall. This opportunity is for boys and girls that will be entering grades 2nd - 6th in the 2024-2025 school year. League Information: $65 player fee which includes jersey and flags. Games are on Saturday mornings in Brodhead from September 7th - October 12th. Practices are 1-2 days a week starting the last week of August. Sign-Up Dates: August 1st from 8:00-8:30pm at the Parkview HS football field or August 6th from 6:00-7:30pm in the Parkview HS Commons Area. Interested players must have a parent/guardian attend one of these sign up meetings. No late registrations will be allowed. If you have any questions about the league or sign-up you should reach out to Mr. Nate Crane at (608) 290-3384.

The Albany School District will be closed on Wednesday, July 31st to allow for internet and phone updates. We will reopen on Thursday, August 1st, and will work to respond to emails and phone calls as soon as possible.

COMET ELITE 2024 Great work this summer!

This important information is for any MS/HS students interested in playing MS or HS football this Fall for Parkview-Albany. MS football is for students that will be entering grades seven or eight this upcoming school year. There will be a mandatory parent/athlete meeting on Monday, August 5th @ 5:30pm at Parkview HS. This is for all Albany MS/HS players that are interested in playing football this Fall. There will be a general meeting before splitting into specific HS football & MS football groups. During those specific meetings, coaches will be giving specific information about their upcoming seasons. (Calendars, expectations, etc...) All players must attend along with a parent or guardian to represent them. Whether your student is planning on playing MS or HS football there are a few items that they MUST have completed by the first day of practice: WIAA Physical must be completed. (Athletes must have a documented physical every two years. If your athlete had a physical last year, the alternate year card is sufficient!) Check with Mr. Doescher if you have any questions about the status of your student's physical record. Athletic Fees must be paid. (MS Fee ~ $20 / HS Fee ~ $40) School registration must be completed. HS Football Start Date: Tuesday, August 6th (Practice will be from 4:00-7:30pm) MS Football Start Date: Monday, August 12th (Schedules will be handed out at the meeting on Monday, August 5th)