Freshman Forum Advisory Board

Each year, freshmen at Albany High undertake a major research project called Freshman Forum to investigate a problem facing our society and examine possible solutions. The project is grounded in real-world problem solving, with a strong emphasis on research & credibility.

Ms. Scheuer, our librarian and leader of this project, would like to invite community members, parents and upperclassmen to join the Freshman Forum Advisory Board (FAB) to help provide advice on framing the research topics for students. In the past, students have explored topics such as gun control, vaping, wildfires, opioid epidemic and mass incarceration. We evaluate the topics each year, adding some and taking away others.

The Freshman Forum Advisory Board will support Ms. Scheuer in considering which topics to include this year, and how to frame the questions. If you have interest or expertise in areas such as local or state government, public health, environmental protection or prison reform, we would highly value your help. The FAB will meet once a month for a one hour (virtual) meeting in December, January and February. If you’re interested in joining us, please contact Ms. Scheuer (email: mscheuer@ausdk12.org).