Vote Albany Academy: Best Private School in the Capital Region
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The nominations are in and Albany Academy has made it to the voting round of the Times Union's "Best of the Capital Region" competition!
For the first time ever, "Best Private School" is a category, and we need your help to bring this recognition home to the Capital Region's first and finest independent school.
How You Can Help
Voting is open now through March 4 and can be done once a day!
Share this with fellow families, alumnae/i, and anyone who believes in the power of exceptional education. Every vote counts!
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