Superintendent's News
A Good Day
Supt. Elder reflects on the first day back on campus for tens of thousands of APS students.
Posted April 9, 2021
Thanks to All! Now, Next
As schools open to all students for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic, APS Superintendent Elder recognizes the many groups that have supported students, families and schools.
Posted April 5, 2021
All APS Schools to Reopen April 5
In a letter to the APS community, Interim Superintendent Scott Elder outlines plans for reopening schools.
Posted March 23, 2021
Change Into What
In his first employee message as APS Superintendent, Scott Elder writes about the road ahead.
Posted March 19, 2021
Scott Elder Named APS Superintendent
After leading the district as interim superintendent through months of a global pandemic, Elder was promoted to the permanent position by the Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education on Monday.
Posted March 15, 2021
One Year Ago
In his weekly message to employees, Supt. Elder reflects on where APS has been and where the district is going.
Posted March 12, 2021
Positive Trajectory
In his weekly message to employees, Supt. Elder writes' about the district's improving graduation rates.
Posted March 5, 2021
Keep the Focus
"There’s a lot to be optimistic about when you consider the totality of your work and the impact you’ve had and continue to have in your students’ lives," Supt. Elder wrote in his weekly message to employees.
Posted February 26, 2021
APS Honors Black History Month
In his weekly message to employees, Supt. Elder writes about Black History Month.
Posted February 12, 2021
The Learning, Planning Continues
In his weekly message to employees, Supt. Elder writes about reactions and revisions to the reentry plan.
Posted February 5, 2021
When to Resume In-Person Learning
In his weekly message to employees, Supt. Elder responds to the governor's announcement that students may return to school campuses beginning Feb. 8.
Posted January 29, 2021
A Message of Unity
In his weekly message, Supt. Elder reflects on the unity theme of the presidential inauguration.
Posted January 22, 2021
2021 Legislative Agenda
Supt. Elder outlines for areas of focus: budget, student achievement, equity, and workforce.
Posted January 15, 2021
COVID Vaccines
Supt. Elder encourages employees to register for the vaccine with the state.
Posted January 8, 2021
Crisis at the Capitol
A letter to the community from APS Interim Superintendent Scott Elder
Posted January 6, 2021
Holiday Wishes From Supt. Elder
"One of my holiday wishes is to soon see students back in our classrooms, even if they are sitting six feet apart; to hear laughter in the hallways, even if it is muffled by masks."
Posted December 18, 2020
Feeling Hopeful With a Plan
In his weekly message, Supt. Elder talks about plans for the near future.
Posted December 11, 2020
Looking Back As We Move On
A message from Supt. Elder as we prepare to wrap up the first semester.
Posted December 4, 2020
Looking Forward
Supt. Elder joins APS students and staff members in reflecting on what they're looking forward to once the pandemic is over.
Posted November 20, 2020
Evaluation
In his weekly message, Supt. Elder talks about his first few months on the job.
Posted November 13, 2020
APS Board Evaluates Interim Supt. Scott Elder
Elder stepped in as interim superintendent on July 1.
Posted November 9, 2020
Good from a Pandemic
In his weekly message to employees, Supt. Elder shares some of the good that's come from remote learning.
Posted November 6, 2020
Supt. Elder Encourages APS Employees to Vote
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Posted October 30, 2020
#APSProud
In his weekly message, Supt. Elder encourages employees to take part in the third annual APS Spirit Day
Posted October 23, 2020
Going to the Source
In his weekly message, Supt. Elder writes about reaching out to students to see how the virus is impacting their learning.
Posted October 16, 2020
Are You Taking Care of Yourself?
In his weekly message, Supt. Elder encourages employees to find a balance between helping others and taking care of themselves.
Posted October 2, 2020
Budget
In his weekly message, Supt. Elder discusses this school year's budget.
Posted September 25, 2020
It Takes a Different Kind of Effort
In his weekly message to employees, Supt. Elder writes about the importance of good communication.
Posted September 18, 2020
Attendance Awareness
In his weekly message, Supt. Elder discusses the importance of student attendance and engagement.
Posted September 11, 2020