APS Non-Discrimination Statement
Learn more about the APS non-discrimination statement, where to file complaints, and who to contact regarding policies.
The Albuquerque Public School system does not discriminate nor condone discrimination by students, employees, or third parties on the basis of age (40+), color, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, HIV status, mental or physical disability, national origin, natural or protective hairstyles or cultural or religious headdresses, pregnancy/lactation, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, spousal affiliation, serious medical condition, or veteran status in any program or activity of, or sponsored by, the school district and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Complaints
To file a complaint, go to the Equal Opportunity Services Complaint Process.
Contacts
The following departments have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
| Department | Services | Contact | Physical Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equal Opportunity Services and Title IX |
Discrimination and harassment based on protected class such as race, disability, national origin, religion (see the APS Non-Discrimination policy for a full list) |
Heather Cowan, Title VI and Title IX Coordinator |
Suite 510 West, 6400 Uptown Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, N.M. 87110 |
| Section 504 | Student- specific accommodations |
Teresa Trujillo- Fairbanks, BA, NBCT (505) 855-9840 fairbanks@aps.edu |
Suite 480 West, 6400 Uptown Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, N.M. 87110 |
| ADA/Section 504 | Employee-specific accommodations |
Socorro Rodriguez ADA Coordinator (505) 855-9852 rodriguez_so@aps.edu |
Suite 400 West, 6400 Uptown Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, N.M. 87110 |
| Mailing Address: P.O. Box 25704, Albuquerque, NM 87125-0704 | |||