If you ran in the iRun fundraiser for Albany Public Schools Foundation last weekend — or if you supported a runner — you will likely find your photo in the event gallery from Jodi B. Herrling Photography.
Dozens of photos are available. Check out the gallery.
The annual fun run to support the Albany Public Schools Foundation was last weekend and schools competed to turn out the most participants. Congratulations for Albany Options and Timber Ridge for bringing the most runners!
The following thank you is from APSF Executive Director Aimee Addison:
Thank you for helping make this the best iRun for Kids ever! We had 737 registrations and 671 runners. Last year we were at 626.
The winners for the 2018 iRun for Kids school contest are:
A huge thank you to all of the schools that participated! We really appreciate all of your hard work in promoting iRun for Kids and supporting the Albany Public Schools Foundation. The proceeds from this benefit the Foundation and our programs including classroom grants for teachers, elementary and middle school enrichment, Sources of Strength and scholarships for graduating seniors.
A vacancy has opened on the GAPS Budget Committee. Applications for this volunteer position are now being accepted to complete the three-year term, ending on June 30, 2019.
Applications are due by March 23.
Budget Committee Vacancy Timeline
March 12: Vacancy during new business agenda. Vacancy declared.
March 13: Vacancy is publicly announced. Applications are available online.
March 23: Applications due to the District Office.
April 2: Completed applications are emailed to Board members.
April 9: Board work session to interview applicants, 5 p.m.
April 9: Regular Board meeting. Board members select new Budget Committee member, 7 p.m.
April 16: Budget Committee meeting. New committee member participates.
If you have questions, please email Jim Haggart.
Middle School can register now for a science and technology workshop at LBCC, starting in April. Students will explore science and technology programs that lead to high-wage, high-demand careers. This program is a hands-on learning opportunity. Students do not need previous experience to sign up!
Register online now. Detailed information and registration forms will be emailed to you. Space is limited, and spots will be filled on a first-come-first-serve basis. Tuition cost is $25; scholarships are available.
Open to all middle school students. Register Now
Programs include:
Mechatronics: If you like working with your hands while using your brain to make stuff work, or working with robotics, mechatronics is for you!
Welding: In the welding process, heat is used to fuse metal pieces together. If you like working with your hands and making things, welding is for you!
CADD/Engineering: CADD operators play a major role in product design. CADD techs work closely with engineers to develop everything from a three-piece pencil to a multistory building.
Non-Destructive Testing: NDT technicians inspect, test and evaluate materials, components or assemblies for flaws that may lead to failure, without destroying them.
Computer Systems/Science: Computer Science is the study of programming, data storage and retrieval, computing machinery and the interaction with people. Graphics, artificial intelligence, robotics and expert systems are some of the products of computer science. This is an exciting career area that affects many aspects of our lives.
The first annual GAPS outdoor school is scheduled for this May for Memorial Middle School students. The program will include a week-long overnight camp experience developed in partnership with Calapooia Watershed Council.
High schools are needed for camp counselor positions. Eligible applicants must:
For more information:
See the camp counselor presentation
See the Peachjar flyer
High school students can apply online. Applications are due by March 9 and must include a reference form from two teachers and a school counselor, due by March 16.