AISD observes Dyslexia Awareness

♦ Students with dyslexia face countless problems during the years they are in the classroom and throughout their lifetimes, an issue that the Albany ISD is fighting to reduce. October is Dyslexia Awareness Month, and Albany ISD specialist Kristie Smith has been trying to share as many facts about dyslexia as possible.
Dyslexia specialist Kristie Smith works with some of her younger students at Nancy Smith Elementary, using a new program known as “Build.” October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Donnie Lucas / Albany News

Running Man slated

The Feed Store is gearing up for its own version of Halloween tricks and treats with the 27th annual Running Man competition.. The activities begin at 9:00 p.m.
Tyler Chapman (l) helps Cambree Clegg (r) tape up a poster promoting the 2023 Running Man. The Feed Store will host the popular event this Saturday night. Donnie Lucas / Albany News

Red Ribbon Week continues

The 2023 Red Ribbon Week campaign is winding down, but organizers still have events planned for the final two days on Thursday and Friday. Students at both the elementary and secondary campuses have been involved in dress-up days, contests, and daily tokens to remind them to stay away from drugs and alcohol.
Secondary counselor Brittney Harmon (l), dressed as one of her favorite movie characters on one of five dress-up days, goes over some of the suggestions for Red Ribbon Week with fellow educator Jennifer Marshall. Prizes will be awarded for the best posters and door decorations. Donnie Lucas / Albany News

2 runners advance to regional

For the second year in a row, Albany had two runners qualify for the Region II-2A cross country meet with their finishes at the district meet. Freshman Ashlyn Miller and junior Jonathan Coody will compete Tuesday, Oct.
Jonathan Coody (l) and Ashlyn Miller (c), who are advancing to the regional tournament at the varsity level, as well as JV runner Jerrod Moses (r), all earned medals at the district cross country meet. Courtesy Photo
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