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30 Forest Ave, PO Box 40, Albany, MN 56307 320-845-2171 www.district745.org

The Albany Area School District serves the communities of Albany, Avon, Farming, St. Anthony, and St. Martin. The district features Albany Elementary (K-5), Avon Elementary (PreK-5), Albany Area Middle School (6-8) and Albany Area High School (9-12). Approximately 300 teachers and support staff serve more than 1,750 students. The district is dedicated to small class sizes, off ers a well-designed and delivered curriculum, and has an experienced and skilled staff . In the district’s most recent referendum, district voters approved a building bond with 81% suppport, with local businesses donating more than $6 million toward the project.

Small Class Sizes: The average class size in elementary grades K-5 is 20. The average class size in the middle school and high school is 25.

Rigorous Curriculum: The Albany Area School District has an ongoing curriculum review process to ensure a well-designed and delivered curriculum, one that will prepare our students for future

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success. Forty-two (42) college credits are available through our high school course off erings. The district uses both block classes and half-block classes to meet the needs of middle school and high school students.

Student Opportunities: Our elementary and secondary schools off er a variety of opportunities through clubs and organizations. Currently, over 80% of our high school students participate in fi ne arts, academic, and/or athletic extra-curricular activities.

Experienced Staff : Our highly-skilled teaching professionals and support staff provide an environment of trust, respect, and security. Together we work to provide our students the best education available.

Lifelong Learning Opportunities: The Albany Area Community Education program off ers a variety of adult and youth recreation and enrichment opportunities. Kids Company, a school-age childcare program, serves over 250 students in PreK-5. Our Early Childhood program serves children from birth to age 5 and their families. It provides support, information, and resources to assist parents in their

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eff orts to raise healthier, happier children and prepare them for kindergarten. Albany Area Community Education also off ers free one-on-one help with English Language Assistance (English as a Second Language, ESL), citizenship, reading, math, computer skills, GED, college preparation, and job skills training through the Adult Basic Education (ABE) program.

Partnerships:

Last year the Albany Area School District awarded over $84,000 in scholarships to the graduating class of 2021 on behalf of local civic organizations, businesses, and individuals. The district also collaborates with the College of Saint Benedict, Saint John’s University, and St. Cloud State University in the areas of student teaching, internships, recreation, and activities involving cultural awareness and diversity. The school district is fortunate to have strong community support and cooperation with our local businesses, churches, PTA, PTO, Women of Today, Lions Club, Jaycees, Chambers of Commerce, Albany Area Booster Club, and the Albany Area Education Foundation.

Community Support: The Albany Area School District has a long tradition of exceptionally strong community support. In August of 2015, district voters approved a building bond referendum with 81% support, with local businesses donating more than $6 million toward the project.

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EAlbany area ducation Holy School Family

160 2nd Street S, P.O. Box 674, Albany, MN 56307 320-845-2011 hfamilys@albanytel.com www.holyfamilyalbany.com

Holy Family School off ers a PreK through fi fth grade educational program within a Christ-centered atmosphere.

It is sponsored by Seven Dolors Parish in Albany and is also supported by other area parishes, which have children attending Holy Family. Christians of all denominations are invited to attend Holy Family.

Our staff is dedicated to providing a strong academic program while helping students to grow socially, emotionally and spiritually. Expanded computer curriculum including coding and media production with1:1 iPad and Chromebook ratios. Overall curriculum teaches students the skills needed to be leaders in their school and communities.

For more information, call 320-845-2011