Personal tools
APS News
APS Lets Out for Summer May 22; Be Safe and Get Ready for 2013-14
Make sure you know the important dates for next year. Classes begin Aug. 13.
APS Announces Several Principal Changes
Valerie Atencio is named principal at Volcano Vista HS; five middle schools get new principals.
Student of the Week: Sonjia Ronquillo
Congratulations to Sonjia Ronquillo, a 6th grader at Duranes Elementary, for being named the Student of the Week by the New Mexico Educators Federal Credit Union and the APS Education Foundation.
 
You are here: APS Home → Academics → The Academic Plan

The Academic Plan

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Acknowledgements

Action Plan & Goals

Executive Summary

Academic Plan Blueprint

APS Vision and Mission

Achievement of Academic Excellence
"When we transform the lives of our children, we all become the beneficiaries..."

VISION

The academic vision of Albuquerque Public Schools is to serve and invest in our future citizens, community, and tomorrow’s leaders by educating and promoting our children using the fundamental principles of equity and equality.

MISSION

The mission of APS’ Academic Department is to provide the best educational services possible for all children. We strive to offer all of our children equal access to a successful learning experience with the goal of producing life-long learners. On a daily basis, we focus on providing the tools needed for children to be prepared for college or a career path.

WE ENVISION THAT:

Every Child Graduates College and Career Ready with These 21st Century Skills

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Initiative
  • Effective Oral and Written Communication
  • Ability to Access and Analyze Information
  • Creativity and Imagination

The Goal of the Academic Plan

Albuquerque Public Schools will implement an academic plan aimed at improving achievement for all children with an intense focus on closing the achievement gap.

Document Actions