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2026-2027 Budget

The following proposed schedule of activities will guide budget development in Albuquerque Public Schools for the school year 2026-2027. The public is welcome at all meetings. The Superintendent and her staff will provide budget briefings and updates to the Board and stakeholders throughout the FY2027 budget process.
  • FY27 Budget Presentation - March 18, 2026
     The APS FY27 Budget Program Presentation on March 18, 2026 outlines a strategic plan to align financial resources with core educational goals, including early literacy, math proficiency, and post-secondary readiness. A primary focus is placed on the Special Education department, which manages a projected operational budget of approximately $284.9 million to support students with disabilities and gifted students through high-quality instruction and individualized plans. The district aims to address challenges like staffing shortages and increasing service costs by prioritizing direct classroom supports, professional development, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • FY27 Budget Presentation - March 4, 2026
     The APS FY27 Budget Presentation on March 4, 2026 outlines a financial plan focused on four core goals: early literacy, math proficiency, post-secondary readiness, and student skills. The budget development process incorporates a structured calendar from September 2025 through April 2026, featuring community surveys and listening sessions to align spending with school community priorities. Funding is primarily driven by the state's enrollment-based formula, while specialized funds are strategically managed to improve school safety, transportation, and nutrition services.
  • FY27 Budget Presentation - April 15, 2026
     APS proposed $1.08 billion operational budget for FY 2027 relies heavily on state funding tied to student enrollment, with the vast majority of funds going directly into classrooms to support teachers and instruction. Guided by school board priorities, the plan targets key academic initiatives like early literacy, math proficiency, middle school redesign, and high school career academies. Ultimately, the budget aims to maximize direct support for student success while navigating financial challenges like declining overall enrollment and rising healthcare costs.
  • FY27 Budget Presentation - May 6, 2026
     A total budget of $2,348,869,726 was presented for Fiscal Year 2027, aligning district resources with key educational priorities such as early literacy, math proficiency, and post-secondary readiness. While the budget incorporates state-mandated initiatives—including a 1% employee salary increase and an expanded 80% employer contribution toward health insurance—APS faces an estimated $40 million loss in State Equalization Guarantee funding caused by an enrollment decline of 2,560 students. Consequently, the operational budget reflects a $16.1 million deficit, which the district plans to absorb using its fund balance while maintaining $57.8 million in reserve to fulfill state financial requirements. Presented for board approval on May 6, 2026, prior to submission to the New Mexico Public Education Department, the final plan encompasses funding for classroom instruction, support services, capital improvements, debt service, and grant programs.