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APHS students were recognized for their work in the 2026 Capital Region Media Arts Festival, a regional event included submissions from 17 school districts, showcasing student creativity in film, photography, graphic design and animation.

Please congratulate the following students for their participation in this year’s festival:
9th Grade:
Alyssa Bonner
Mara Carrig
10th Grade:
Barbara Demers 
11th Grade:
Mora Bogart
Abigail Hurst
12th Grade:
Oliver Hindes

Special recognition goes to Abigail Hurst, who earned first place in the Photography category (Landscape/Nature), and also received an honorable mention. Barbara Demers earned an honorable mention in Photography (Still Life, Objects or Interior Space).

All works are currently on display at Albany High School. View the full festival and student work here:
https://albanyschools.my.canva.site/capital-region-media-arts-fest-2026/

“Offerings” Abigail Hurst
1st Place

“Jasper” Barbara Demers
Honorable Mention

“Weathered” Abigail Hurst
Honorable Mention