Roots Academy at West Hill

06/03/2026

Attention rising sixth graders!

Attention rising sixth graders! Save the date(s) and register (if necessary)! North Albany Middle School (EPES, ASH, PHES, Roots) Aug. 25-271 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Please register via this link New Family Orientation is Aug. 27 from 5:30-7 p.m. Stephen and Harriet Myers Middle School (MMS, Giffen, TO...

06/02/2026

Today, historian Anthony Cohen and the Freedom Walkers team visited Roots Elementary School with the "Journey to Freedom" Harriet Tubman statue. Speaking to students, Cohen shared insights from Freedom Walk 2026, a monumental journey he is currently leading from May 4 through July 4 that retraces the historic Underground Railroad route from Maryland to Canada.

05/18/2026

On Friday May 15, Roots Academy held its last Seed Day of the school year! Students had a fantastic time participating in a variety of hands-on activities throughout the day. Sessions included presentations on financial literacy, public speaking, and nutrition, alongside fun movement opportunities like karate, tennis, yoga, and music.

A huge thank you to all of our incredible presenters, faculty, and staff for their hard work in making this memorable day possible for our students

05/13/2026

A fun opportunity for student artists in grades 4-5!

This is not a school-sponsored event. The City School District of Albany is not responsible or liable for any problems or damages arising from participation in this activity.

04/28/2026

You're invited!
Details: https://www.albanyschools.org/news/1825606/annual-art-show-opens-friday

04/22/2026

Kindergarteners at Roots celebrated today by connecting with nature! They enjoyed learning about the Earth and planting flowers, which they will water daily as they watch them grow.

04/17/2026

Student wellbeing is at the forefront of everything we do at Roots. These areas are specifically designed to help students regulate their emotions and recharge.

04/14/2026

Support students and enjoy an evening of community with AFE!

Albany Fund for Education (AFE) invites all City School District of Albany supporters to its annual gala on Saturday, May 2. This year the event will be held at the new Love Albany Center and individuals and organizations making a difference in the lives of Albany's students will be honored and cele...

04/13/2026

Save the date! Who: all are invited! What: Vegetable Project's 9th annual Evening in the Garden When: May 5 from 5:30-7 p.m. (rain date is May 6) Where: Albany School of Humanities (108 Whitehall Rd.) Please consider RSVPing via Eventbrite or Facebook. A donation of $5 is suggested but The Vegetable...

04/01/2026