As many of you know, we are working hard to raise money for the new Albany Elementary Community Playground. We’ve had a number of fundraisers that have helped us raise approximately $2,000. The Albany Jaycees have given us $9,000 so far and have indicated they’d likely be donating more. The Albany Lion’s Club has donated $10,000 and have dedicated the funds raised at the Sweetheart Dinner on February 7 to our playground as well. 

We are so thankful to these organizations for the support they continue to provide for our students. With these donations and the $50,000 contribution we have from the district, we have just over $71,000 toward our $301,000 project. We recently sent out letters to area businesses and are hopeful that we will receive donations from our very generous community. 

An additional fundraiser, an “Adult Prom,” is on March 14 at Shady’s in Albany. Join us for a “Roaring 20s” theme from 7:00-11:00 p.m. Purchase tickets in advance for $20 and at the door for $25. Tickets are available at the Albany Elementary office. Attendees of this event will enjoy music by DJ Kenny Hinnencamp.

I hope to see you on March 14!

Ann Schultz