Albuquerque Public Schools
Choice Check for October: Specialized Programs
As New Mexico's largest school district, Albuquerque Public Schools is a hub for students with disabilities that impact learning.
During the 2021-2022 school year, APS is highlighting some of our many programs through a monthly feature called Choice Checks. One of the advantages of being a large urban-suburban-rural school district is offering so many choices. The APS Choice Checks webpage, as well as the 2021-2022 wall calendar distributed to families and employees across the district, feature just a few of the many educational opportunities we provide students – from dual language and dual credit, career-based and college-based learning, college prep and marketable job skills, fine arts and competitive sports.
About 20 percent of APS students receive special education services and support. A team of educators works with each student and their family to come up with an individualized plan to best meet their unique needs.
Services & Programs
The types of special education services and programs available in APS are extensive. They include:
- Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing Services
- Developmental Preschool
- District Comprehensive Support Services including Intensive Global Support, Social Communication Support, and Social-Emotional Support
- Extended School Year
- Gifted Education
- Transition Services
- Visual Impairment Services
Families Connected in Special Education
Parents and guardians are the best advocates for their children, and APS empowers them through Families Connected in Special Education, which provides resources, workshops, meetings, and training.
More Information
- Visit the APS Special Education website
- Email specialeddept@aps.edu
- Call (505) 855-9900 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Special Education Directory