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These Capital Region schools are going phone-free
Several school districts in the Capital Region are changing their policies to restrict cell phones for students during the school day. As many districts have said, this will allow for a more focused, educational experience in the classroom.
Columbia Freshman and New Student Orientation – August 21
Columbia High School will welcome its incoming 9th graders and any new students to Freshman and New Student Orientation on Wednesday, August 21 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Students should be dropped off in the lower parking lot and then proceed to the West Lobby entrance (near the auditorium and cafeteria).
What’s Next – Ichabod Crane’s Ava Heffner
As we get set to gear up for the beginning of fall sports, our summer segment "What's Next?" has reached the end. We've featured some of the best athletes the Capital Region has to offer, diving into what lies ahead for them, while looking back on their storied high school careers. We wrap it up with someone who was a part of one of the most dominant program's we've seen in this area, Ichabod Crane softball's Ava Heffner.
Block party in Albany to honor Shaker High School student
An event is happening in the City of Albany to honor a high school student who was killed in a shooting in the city. The mother of Destiny Greene is hosting a block party Sunday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Krank Park in Albany. Free backpacks filled with...
UAlbany student hit by dirt bike to resume studies
Dirt bike hit-and-run victim plans to return to UAlbany. The University at Albany student who was seriously injured after being struck by a dirt bike plans to resume her studies this fall. Alexa Kropf continues to make progress as she recovers from a traumatic brain injury. She had the staples...
Grade 9 Orientation is Wednesday, Sept. 4
Bethlehem Central High School will hold its annual orientation program for ninth-grade students Wednesday, September 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the high school. Transportation is provided if needed. Upon arrival at the high school, students will be directed to the auditorium. Students will meet the principal, assistant...
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