Superintendent's News
So Much To Be Thankful For: A Message from Supt. Elder
Read Superintendent Elder's Thanksgiving message.
Posted November 18, 2022
Supt. Elder Inducted into Anderson Hall of Fame
APS Superintendent School Elder was honored by the UNM Anderson School of Management as an extraordinary alum who has achieved professional success, made significant contributions to the community, and serves as a role model.
Posted November 9, 2022
Join the Conversation: A Message from Supt. Elder
In his weekly message to employees, Superintendent Scott Elder encourages employees to take part in the Board of Education's community conversations.
Posted November 4, 2022
Keep on Learning: A Message From Supt. Elder
In his weekly message, Superintendent Scott Elder encourages employees to take advantage of learning opportunities.
Posted October 28, 2022
#APS Proud: A Message from Supt. Elder
In his weekly message, Superintendent Scott Elder encourages employees to show their APS Spirit and brag about the good things happening in and around schools.
Posted October 21, 2022
Customer Care: A Message from Supt. Elder
In his weekly message to employees, APS Superintendent Scott Elder writes about ways to help students and families find the right fit.
Posted October 14, 2022
Benefits of Working for APS: A Message from Supt. Elder
In his weekly message to employees, Superintendent Scott Elder writes about the excellent benefits APS has to offer its employees.
Posted September 30, 2022
Outdoor Learning: A Message from Supt. Elder
In his weekly message to employees, APS Superintendent Scott Elder writes about the benefits of outdoor learning.
Posted September 23, 2022
Measuring Outcomes: A Message from Supt. Scott Elder
In his weekly message to employees, APS Superintendent Scott Elder writes about using state assessment results to help improve student achievement.
Posted September 16, 2022
Focus on Instruction: A Message from Supt. Elder
In his weekly message to employees, APS Superintendent Scott Elder writes about his plan to improve academic outcomes.
Posted September 9, 2022
Stay Connected, Keep Learning: A Message from Supt. Elder
In his weekly message to employees, APS Superintendent Scott Elder writes about helping students and families overcome attendance barriers.
Posted September 2, 2022
APS Connects: A Message from Supt. Elder
In his weekly message to employees, APS Superintendent Scott Elder writes the connections we make with students, families, colleagues, and the community.
Posted August 26, 2022
Good Impressions: A Message from Supt. Elder
In his weekly message to employees, APS Superintendent Scott Elder writes about first and lasting impressions.
Posted August 19, 2022
First School Bell: A Message from Supt. Elder
Superintendent Scott Elder writes a weekly message to employees, which is also shared with the public on the APS website. This week's topic: the first day of school.
Posted August 12, 2022
APS Stands with Muslim Community
Superintendent Scott Elder offers resources and support.
Posted August 9, 2022
Happy School Year! Video Message from Supt. Elder
Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Scott Elder welcomes staff to the start of the 2022-2023 school year.
Posted August 3, 2022
End of School Year
Superintendent Elder looks back on 2021-2022 as he wishes the APS community a happy summer.
Posted May 20, 2022
Proof of Success
In his weekly message, Supt. Elder points to evidence of success in APS schools.
Posted May 13, 2022
Appreciation Days
"I don’t need a designated day or week to remind me how extraordinary Albuquerque Public Schools employees are," Supt. Elder writes in his weekly message.
Posted April 29, 2022
Home Stretch
In his weekly message to employees, Supt. Elder writes about comfortably familiar end-of-year traditions.
Posted April 22, 2022
Well-Deserved Raises
In his weekly message to employees, Supt. Elder explains how the recently-approved raises for public education employees will work.
Posted April 8, 2022
Registration, Retention, Recruitment
In his weekly message, Supt. Elder writes about Operation Connect and efforts to help families enroll for the 2022-2023 school year.
Posted April 1, 2022
Come Rain or Shine, Enjoy Spring Break!
Supt. Elder writes about a well-earned spring break for staff and students.
Posted March 18, 2022
COVID 19: Then & Now
Supt. Elder shares a video commemorating the second anniversary of the pandemic.
Posted March 11, 2022
March is National Procurement Month
Supt. Elder writes about steps the APS Procurement Department has taken to assure tax dollars are spent appropriately and efficiently.
Posted March 4, 2022
Message on Tragic Shooting Near West Mesa
From APS Superintendent Scott Elder and the Board of Education
Posted February 25, 2022
Thinking About What Others Are Trying to Say
"Engaging in a conversation with someone you disagree with can expose you to new ideas and potential experiences," Supt. Elder wrote in his weekly message.
Posted February 25, 2022
Loving the Job
Superintendent Elder points out the many benefits of being a public educator.
Posted February 18, 2022