Albany Leadership Charter High School for Girls is a member of the New York State Public High School Athletic Association, competing as a Class A school in Section II.

Principles of the Interscholastic Athletic Program

It is our belief that interscholastic athletics provide students with a model of life itself: opportunities exist for lessons in responsibility, fair play, cooperation, concerns for others, leadership, respect for authority, good citizenship, loyalty, continuous learning experiences, health and wellness, and acceptance of the differences among individuals. 

While the desire to win is admirable and winning is an integral part of development of each student, we believe that winning is not itself the sole measure of success. Of considerable, greater importance is the development of each person who participates in interscholastic athletics. The opportunities for individuals to reach their potential and mature is the focal point of our athletic program. Sacrificing individual goals for team goals is by far paramount to any other lesson. Thus, the ALH athletic program is focused on the welfare of the student and the potential for growth as a result of participation on a team.

The interscholastic athletic program:

• -  Is conducted in accordance with the letter and spirit of the rules and regulations of the national, state and league athletic associations;
• -  Is supplemental to, rather than, a substitute for physical education programs;
• -  Is conducted by persons with appropriate training through either physical education or coaching certification programs;
• -  Is conducted so that physical welfare and safety of participants are protected and fostered;
• -  Is regarded as an integral part of the total educational program and conducted so that it is worthy of such regard;
• -  Is subject to the same administrative supervision as the total educational program and its code of conduct.

For additional information, please contact:

Brittany Burnham
Director of Athletics
bburnham@albanyleadershiphigh.org
Phone: (518) 694- 8973
Fax: (518) 694- 5307