June 26, 2026
Get ready to celebrate the Class of 2026!
Our Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony will take place on Sunday, June 28 at noon at MVP Arena. Guests are reminded to bring their tickets for entry!
The ceremony will be livestreamed starting at noon via our .
Seniors and families, here are a few important details for the days to come:
- Graduates should arrive at the Beaver Street entrance promptly at 11 a.m. so they can pass through routine security checks and line up for the procession.
- The arena will open its doors for guests at the main entrance on Pearl Street and the entrance on Market Street at 11 a.m., and the ceremony will begin at noon sharp.
- Guests will pass through routine security to enter into the seating area in the arena prior to presenting their ticket. Tickets will be scanned by an attendant to allow entry directly after the security check.
- Check out our with important details about the Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony.
- Parents and loved ones, we have an option to for graduation that will be available for pick-up right at the venue the day of the event.
- Photos taken during the graduation ceremony by our district photographers will be posted on our district and Albany High Facebook and Instagram pages.
Be sure to check out our Class of 2026 Graduation page for more details as you and your loved ones plan for this wonderful milestone!
Additional details for our graduates
- Please remember to fill out your senior survey in . This must be completed so we can send your high school transcripts to your college, university or program you will attend post-graduation.
- Google Takeout is a service that students can opt in to in order to transfer their files to a personal account. Students must complete to participate. Google Takeout will be available June 1-30. for additional details.
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In order to receive a diploma, graduates must return all school property and pay any outstanding balances prior to graduation, including exam fees, Chromebooks, library books, textbooks and athletic equipment and uniforms.
Dual Language Ceremony at AIA
Some of our amazing Dual Language seniors came together at Albany International Academy with their loved ones for ! The energy was unmatched—the event kicked off with our current dual language students cheering them through the halls and wrapped up with the seniors sharing their exciting college plans.
We couldn’t be prouder of these incredible students!
Albany High Summer School
At Albany High, we will be offering two programs for summer learning: enrichment courses for first-time credit and courses for credit recovery. Both programs will begin on Monday, July 13 and will end on Monday, Aug. 17. Students will attend class Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-12:10 p.m.
Enrichment course offerings are health, multicultural studies and media literacy. Registration is open and will close on Monday, July 6 at noon.
Course offerings for credit recovery include a variety of options in English, math, science, social studies, art, world languages, physical education and more! Registration will open on Monday, June 29 and will continue until July 6 at noon.
Check out this news story to learn more and to register!
Summer open gym sessions
We invite our student-athletes in grades 9-12 to participate in our open gym sessions this summer, which kick off on Monday, June 6! There are open gyms for specific sports, as well as open workout times in our weight and cardio rooms available to all Albany High students who would like to stay healthy and fit during the summer season. Check out this news story to see the open gym schedule for July and August.
Class of 1965 gifts gallery display case
Thanks to Albany High's Class of 1965, our Falcon artists now have a beautiful glass display case to exhibit their artwork! As our fine arts program continues to thrive here at Albany High, our students are producing pieces across a wide variety of artistic disciplines, and we are dedicated to celebrating their work within our walls and beyond. The display case was installed this past week, along with a commemorative sign which celebrates the investment of these thoughtful alumni who chose to pour into the next generation. Check out this news story to learn more!
Important dates for fall sports
Summer is a busy time, but we want to ensure families and students are ready to go for the fall sports season ahead! Here are some important dates to keep in mind as the school year comes to a close.
- Friday, July 17: registration begins for high school football
- Friday, July 24: registration begins for all other high school fall sports
- Monday, Aug. 17: practices/tryouts begin for high school football
- Monday, Aug. 24: practices/tryouts begin for all other high school sports
Students must register .
Follow our Albany Athletics and pages to see our sports highlights!
Falcon dancers light up the stage
One of the most rewarding aspects of our school community here at Albany High is seeing the end-result of months of hard work and dedication in the classroom! On June 12, our Falcon dance students put on a thrilling show for our school during all four lunch periods. of their performance.
Meet Christina Pringle: a trailblazer in the arts
Congratulations to Albany High senior Christina Pringle, who is our first Falcon to complete the New York State Individual Arts Assessment Pathway!Pringle is a prolific and talented artist, and her appreciation for creativity started at a young age. To complete the IAAP pathway, Pringle took three years of art coursework and curated a portfolio that showcased her growth and development as an artist. Check out this news story to learn more.
Masterclass workshops: dance and acting
Albany High students who will be in grades 9–12 for the 2026-27 school year are invited to register for our free masterclass workshops! Each workshop will be offered on two different dates and will be hosted in the Albany High auditorium. Students are welcome to register for dance, acting or both! Check out our event calendar to learn more and to access the Google Form to sign up!
Falcons' Best Dance Crew
Do you have what it takes to be Albany High’s best dance crew? Join us for a one-of-a-kind dance competition this October to showcase your moves and compete for a cash prize! Participation is free and open to all Albany High students that will be in grades 9-12 for the 2026-27 school year.
- Dress rehearsal dates: Wednesday, Oct. 28 or Thursday, Oct. 29
- Competition date: Friday, Oct. 30
Register by Friday, Oct. 2! Check out our event calendar for additional details.
Free summer meals
The City School District of Albany is once again participating in the Summer Food Service Program, with free meals for all children 18 and under at 11 schools across the city.
The program serves breakfast and lunch at district schools on the dates and times are available on this web page.
Falcon Market summer hours
Our Falcon Market will continue to operate during the summer months, beginning on Monday, July 6. The summer hours are Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Save the date: Albany High Welcome Back Day is Sept. 3
On Thursday, Sept. 3, we will celebrate the start of the new school year with our Welcome Back Day event! All students in grades 9-12 are invited to stop by to pick up everything they need for their first day of school, including Chromebooks, IDs, schedules & locker assignments. This is a drop-in event. More details coming soon!
Falcon entrepreneur donates merch
Albany High has given so much to senior James Campbell that he wanted to find a way to give back. On the last day of his high school career, Campbell presented a donation of merchandise from his clothing brand to the Falcon Market as a gesture of gratitude to our school community. Read more in this news story.
Albany High communications
We hope you enjoyed this Albany High weekly update! As a reminder, to avoid overwhelming your inbox with lots of messages throughout the week, we curate this weekly communication on Fridays at this web page with important updates and exciting news to keep our Falcon families "in-the-know." Feel free to bookmark this page so you always have the important details you need at hand.
We also have dedicated Albany High social media pages on and . Follow us to see lots of great photos and reels!
Exciting events coming up soon
This is a list of events coming up that we want to draw particular attention to for students and families! These are just some of the great things happening here at Albany High, and remember you can view our full calendar to see them all!
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Graduation countdown
We're counting the days until the Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony, which will take place on Sunday, June 28 at noon at MVP Arena. Seniors, here are a few important details for the days to come:
- Please remember to fill out your senior survey in . This must be completed so we can send your high school transcripts to your college, university or program you will attend post-graduation.
- Check out our with important details about the Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony.
- Seniors, not sure what's next? Our Albany High counselors are here to help! Come to the College & Career Center on Tuesday, June 23, between noon and 2 p.m. to get support as you plan out your next steps post-graduation at our Transition Services for Seniors event.
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Google Takeout is a service that students can opt in to in order to transfer their files to a personal account. Students must complete to participate. Google Takeout will be available June 1-30. for additional details.
- Please remember to complete your payment for your graduation cap and gown. The cost is $35 and the payment can be dropped off in the main office.
- Chromebooks and hotspots, as well as all other school property such as library books, text books and athletic uniforms, need to be returned to academy offices as soon as possible.
Parents and loved ones, we have an option to for graduation that will be available for pick-up right at the venue the day of the event.
Be sure to check out our Class of 2026 Graduation page for more details as you and your loved ones plan for this wonderful milestone!
Regents exams
Falcons and families, check out this news story for important details to help you proceed to your Regents exams in a smooth and timely fashion. These procedures will be implemented on all Regents exam days: June 22-25.
Check out our events calendar for the .
Top 10 Falcons: Class of 2026
In recognition of their outstanding academic careers, the top 10 graduating seniors from Albany High School’s Class of 2026 continued the tradition of “climbing to new heights” atop the building! Check out these and read this news story to see where our Top 10 will continue their studies post-graduation.
Field Days
Our students had a delightful experience at their field day events that were held the last two days of classes here at Albany High! Check out this news story to read about the experience and see photos from the festivities!
Cosmetology Sashing Ceremony
Twenty-one Albany High cosmetology students were honored at a heartfelt on Tuesday to recognize their incredible dedication to their coursework in our Career and Technical Education program! Congratulations, Falcons! We are very proud of all you have accomplished here at Albany High and know your expertise, professionalism and love of the beauty industry will serve you well as you enter this exciting new season of your lives! Read this news story to learn more!
Bizer makes the podium at state championship
Congratulations to Albany High senior Noah Bizer for finishing fourth in the Class A 800m run at the New York State Outdoor Track and Field Championship! After running the seventh fastest 800m time in Section 2 history and breaking a 31-year-old Albany High record at the state qualifier meet, Bizer ran a solid 1:54.2 race in an extremely competitive heat at the state championship meet this past weekend. Read more about the competition in this news story.
Follow our Albany Athletics and pages to see our sports highlights!
Albany High Awards Night
The annual Albany High Awards Ceremony is a wonderful tradition that showcases the achievements of our talented Falcons—students who have gone above and beyond in academics, arts, leadership, athletics and community service. Each student honored with an award, prize or scholarship at our ceremony held on June 11 has not only excelled personally, but has also enriched our school community in a memorable way. Check out our program to see all our awardees and to see photos of our Falcons who were honored at the event.
Save the dates for fall sports
Summer is a busy time, but we want to ensure families and students are ready to go for the fall sports season ahead! Here are some important dates to keep in mind as the school year comes to a close:
- Friday, July 17: registration begins for high school football
- Friday, July 24: registration begins for all other high school fall sports
- Monday, Aug. 17: practices/tryouts begin for high school football
- Monday, Aug. 24: practices/tryouts begin for all other high school sports
Visit our Athletics web page to learn more!
Masterclass workshops: dance and acting
Albany High students who will be in grades 9–12 for the 2026-27 school year are invited to register for our free masterclass workshops! Each workshop will be offered on two different dates and will be hosted in the Albany High auditorium. Students are welcome to register for dance, acting or both! Check out our event calendar to learn more and to access the Google Form to sign up!
Online Success Program
Our Online Success Center Program allows students to raise their grade for previous quarters. This is a fantastic opportunity for our Falcons to earn back credit and enhance their academic achievement! We will continue to have regular hours throughout the month of June, including on days when Regents exams are being administered. to learn more!
Summer Arts Program
Our Summer Arts Program gives students currently in grades 3-11 throughout the district the opportunity to participate in four weeks of creative educational activities. The following lessons will be offered during this summer’s program: art, theater, dance, band and strings. Check out our Summer Arts Program web page for additional details and sign-up instructions!
Important end-of-year dates
We would like to provide an update and reminders about important dates coming up in May and June as we prepare for the end of the 2025-26 school year. Check out this news story for a helpful overview!
Albany High communications
We hope you enjoyed this Albany High weekly update! As a reminder, to avoid overwhelming your inbox with lots of messages throughout the week, we curate this weekly communication on Fridays at this web page with important updates and exciting news to keep our Falcon families "in-the-know." Feel free to bookmark this page so you always have the important details you need at hand.
We also have dedicated Albany High social media pages on and . Follow us to see lots of great photos and reels!
Exciting events coming up soon
This is a list of events coming up that we want to draw particular attention to for students and families! These are just some of the great things happening here at Albany High, and remember you can view our full calendar to see them all!
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