Superintendent Raquel Reedy
Raquel Reedy is the superintendent for Albuquerque Public Schools. An educator for more than four decades, Reedy began her career as a teacher of students with visual impairments in Boston in 1974. She started with APS in 1977 as a special education teacher at Atrisco Elementary.
After an eight-year stint as a personnel specialist in the APS Human Resources Department, Reedy served as principal at E.G. Ross and Mitchell elementary schools before being named associate superintendent for elementary education in 2007, supervising 45 elementary schools.
Reedy took over as acting superintendent in August 2015 and was named superintendent in April 2016.
She holds a master’s degree in education from Harvard University and a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Texas at Austin.
Suicide Prevention
In her weekly message, Supt. Reedy shares information and resources for families in crisis.
A Valentine's Day Love Story
In her weekly message, Supt. Reedy writes about the gift of relationships that allows employees to give their best.
Take Care of Your Heart
In her weekly message to employees, Superintendent Reedy encourages them to manage stress.
Focused Intention
In her weekly message, Supt. Reedy highlights San Antonito STEM Magnet Elementary School, which was recently named New Mexico's first National Magnet School of Distinction.
2020 Legislature
In her weekly message, Supt. Reedy expresses appreciation for the state's citizens Legislature, in session until Feb. 21.
Calendar Vote
Read Superintendent Reedy's message to employees on 2020-2021 calendar options.
Before You Know It
In her weekly message, Supt. Reedy writes about the busy second semester.
Happy Holidays
Read Superintendent Reedy's holiday message.
Why Teach?
In her weekly message, Superintendent Reedy writes about recruiting more teachers.
Windows, Mirrors and Sliding Glass Doors
In her weekly message, Superintendent Reedy writes about an APS program that gives culturally responsive books to students.
Thank You, APS
Superintendent Reedy's Thanksgiving message to employees.
Planning Ahead
In her weekly message, Superintendent Reedy talks about planning for next school year.
Innovative and Inspirational
In her weekly message, Superintendent Reedy writes about innovative and inspirational teaching and learning.
Have You Voted Yet?
In her weekly message, Superintendent Reedy encourages APS employees to vote in the bond and mill levy election.
Not Saying Goodbye Just Yet
In her weekly message, Superintendent Reedy discusses her pending retirement.
Honoring Our Own
In her weekly message, Superintendent Reedy writes about nominating Selfless Seniors and APS Hall of Honor Inductees.
A Tragic Reality for Too Many
A message to the APS School Community from Superintendent Raquel Reedy
Second Annual APS Spirit Day
Superintendent Reedy encourages students, staff, and supporters to show their spirit and do a little bragging on Friday, Oct. 4.
Mi Familia/My Family
In her weekly message, Superintendent Reedy writes about her many families.