ALL SCHOOLS OPEN DECEMBER 17, 2008
The Greater Albany Public Schools are open as usual Wednesday, December 17, 2008, but there may be an early release if weather dictates later in the day.
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Higher Percentages of Albany Students Pass State Tests
Compared to Oregon students overall, higher percentages of Albany students met or exceeded the state requirements in reading, mathematics, science, and writing at 17 of 20 performance categories, according to the Oregon Department of Education 2007-2008 district report card. The biggest difference in passing rates for Albany students occurred at the 10th grade, where significantly greater percentages of students met or exceeded state standards in all four subject areas.
To view a comparison of the percentages of district and Oregon students in 2007-08 passing state assessments click here.
Albany Report Card Ratings Strong
Three Albany elementary schools—Liberty, North Albany, and Waverly—received an "Exceptional" rating for 2007-08. To view the ratings for individual Albany schools, click here.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
FOR THE DISTRICT BOND MEASURE!
Bond Project Update
Ground and aerial photos of the District's new Timber Ridge School for grades 3-8.
Superintendent’s Education Update.
Summer project photos and slideshow.
Gymnasium walls are raised at Timber Ridge School. Click on the image above to view a larger version.