Albany Leadership Charter School for Girls: Embracing a Sisterhood of Leadership
Albany Leadership Charter School for Girls is a single-gender school that serves girls 6-12 who reside throughout the Capital Region.
Through our core pillars of leadership, our girls are given the necessary tools that prepares, empower and encourages them to successfully transition to post secondary education.
At ALCS, we believe in being our sister’s keeper.
We are a 6-12 Academy of Excellence.
The Middle School (6-8)
The High School (9-12)
At Albany Leadership, our scholars strive for excellence through our core pillars of leadership:
Leadership in SISTERHOOD
With building and empowering sisterhood through our 6-12th grade community, our ladies are empowered to learn to embrace themselves and encourage others to value the characters of sisterhood.
Leadership in SERVICE
Our girls and community are dedicated to improving their fellow community for a better future through volunteerism and involvement.
Leadership in SCHOLARSHIP
With commitment and dedication; our girls are able to achieve the academic, social, and emotional skills to achieve the scholarship outcomes for their future advancement within their life experiences.
Albany Leadership by the Numbers:
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College Acceptance Rate
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Graduation Rate
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Parent Satisfaction
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Students earn a college credit before graduation
Guiding Young Women to College Success:
Albany Leadership graduates young women that are prepared to enter the college of their choice. Accordingly, the ALCS college admissions process is in depth and individualized. ALCS counselors begin their work with students immediately upon entry into the school and continue through the college application process and on to graduation.
Upcoming Events
- Ramadan Dinner on 20th Mar 2025
- Women’s Career Day-MS on 20th Mar 2025
- EmpowerHer Health Wednesday on 26th Mar 2025 5:00:pm
- Women’s Career Day- HS on 27th Mar 2025
- Eid al-Fitr (No School) on 31st Mar 2025
- Middle School Open House on 3rd Apr 2025
- National Honor Society Induction on 8th Apr 2025 4:30:pm
- Parent-Teacher Conferences on 10th Apr 2025 4:30:pm
- Parent-Teacher Conferences on 11th Apr 2025 1:00:pm
- Spring Recess on 14th Apr 2025
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Albany Leadership High Alumni Panel Discussion – Women's College & Career Day![]()
📢 Calling All Albany Leadership Alumni! 📢![]()
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Albany Leadership Charter High School for Girls is excited to invite you back for a special Alumni Panel Discussion as part of our Women's College & Career Day on Thursday, March 27, 2025!![]()
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🎤 Share Your Story. Inspire the Future.![]()
We are looking for passionate ALCS alumni to participate in a panel discussion where you’ll share your college and career experiences, offer advice, and empower our current students as they navigate their academic and professional journeys.![]()
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🗓 Event Details:![]()
📍 Albany Leadership Charter High School![]()
📅 Thursday, March 27, 2025![]()
⏰ Panel Discussion Time: (TBD – Based on availability)![]()
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💡 Why Participate?![]()
✅ Give back to the ALCS community![]()
✅ Inspire young women to achieve their goals![]()
✅ Network with fellow alumni and professionals![]()
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Interested in joining the panel?![]()
Comment below or send us a message or email our Advancement Director, Brittany Peoples: bpeoples@albanyleadership.org! We can’t wait to welcome you back and hear your incredible journeys.![]()
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#ALCSAlumni #WomensCareerDay #EmpowerHer #CollegeAndCareerSuccess
On Thursday, February 27, we had the privilege of bringing 15 of our ICAN Scholars to the Russell Sage College Troy Campus for an engaging and hands-on college visit. Our dedicated leaders thoughtfully planned a meaningful day filled with interactive learning experiences, providing our students with valuable exposure to college life and potential healthcare careers.![]()
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Throughout the visit, our scholars participated in various hands-on activities, including:![]()
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🔬 Biology Lab Experience – Exploring human anatomy with Faculty: Mary Rea & Marci Murphy![]()
🥪 Nutrition Lab – Learning about the science of nutrition while making grilled cheese sandwiches with Faculty: Selina LaVista Preyer-Blakney![]()
🏥 Nursing SIM Lab – Engaging in hands-on activities with nursing students and faculty![]()
🚶♂️ Program Tours – Exploring the Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy learning spaces![]()
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Our shared goal is to spark curiosity, inspire academic aspirations, and encourage students to explore healthcare career paths. This visit offered an incredible opportunity for our scholars to immerse themselves in the college environment while gaining insight into various healthcare disciplines.![]()
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A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped create such a well-organized and enriching experience for our students. Your dedication and support are truly appreciated!
During this holy month of Ramadan, we celebrate the values of reflection, compassion, and community. Wishing all our students, families, and staff a blessed Ramadan filled with peace and understanding. #RamadanMubarak #CommunityUnity #ALCS