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Office of Innovation and School Choice

The Office of Innovation and School Choice partners with innovative leaders in the community to empower educators and students, elevate learning, and transform education.

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Our Mission

The Albuquerque Public Schools Office of Innovation and School Choice partners with innovative leaders and community to: 

  • Empower educators and students
  • Elevate Learning
  • Transform education to equip all students with the knowledge, skills, and capacities for success in a rapidly changing world to grow Albuquerque's talented workforce.

Our Goals

  1. Create, systematize and implement a comprehensive portfolio strategy of choices
  2. Ensure every charter and magnet school delivers an innovative, high-quality, unique learner experience that substantially contributes to the landscape of choice offerings
  3. Cultivate a culture of innovation in education both within and outside the district

Our Values

Diversity, Equity, Empowerment, Authenticity, Community, Transparency, Support, Collaboration, Autonomy, Accountability, and Customization.

Contact Information

Main Phone: (505) 880-3769

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 25704 Albuquerque, NM 87125-0704

Physical Address:
6400 Uptown Blvd. NE Suite 600 East Albuquerque, NM 87110 Map

Staff Directory

Staff listed by employee, with email address and phone number.
Employee Contact Information
Francesca VerPloegh
Executive Director, Region V Magnet Director
Annittra Atler
Senior Director
Alma Sanchez
ESDS Special Education
Erika Bernardone
Executive Administrative Assistant
Claire Wood
Community & Professional Developer
Abel Abeita
MSAP Implementation Coach
Lana Greenblatt
MSAP Implementation Coach
Eleanor Martindale
Magnet Coordinator
Jose S. Archuleta
Magnet Coordinator