News from 2022-2023

News from 2022-2023 Folder Contents

Date	Title	Summary
Jul 13, 2022	Peachjar Flyers Information for Schools	Peachjar is the APS digital flyer management system. Learn how to get rights to post Peachjar flyers for your school, and how to get training for Peachjar.
Jun 13, 2022	Generous Grant Allows for Expansion of Newcomer Services	The $425,000 grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation will help students arriving from other countries and seeking asylum in Albuquerque.
Jul 25, 2022	Congratulations to Our Summer Graduates!	Graduates from APS comprehensive and magnet high schools got their diplomas during ceremonies at the Berna Facio Professional Development Complex.
Jul 27, 2022	What Bus Do I Ride?	Type in your address, and we can tell you.
Nov 13, 2022	COVID Reminders	APS follows COVID safe practices to help keep students healthy and in school.
Mar 16, 2021	APS is Hiring Bus Drivers and Custodians	Apply online
Aug 10, 2022	Did You Get Your APS Wall Calendar	The free calendars are being distributed to families, staff, and neighbors.
Aug 18, 2022	#APSConnects: 2022-2023 Social Media Campaign	Use the hashtag #APSConnects when posting uplifting images, videos, and messages to Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
Aug 16, 2022	3 APS Magnet Schools Earn National Recognition	Valley and Early College Academy high schools and Mission Avenue Elementary School have been named nationally certified magnet schools.
Aug 19, 2022	AHA Solar Panel Project Unveiled	The 2,208 panels atop Atrisco Heritage Academy will save millions in utility costs at the state’s largest high school.
Sep 19, 2022	Congrats to our 2023 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists	37 APS seniors are among the nation's top academically talented high school students.
Oct 11, 2022	Upcoming Holidays and Breaks	Winter break begins the week of Dec. 19.
Oct 14, 2022	For the 5th Year, APS Recognizes Outstanding Employees	October's outstanding employees include a transition specialist, newcomer support specialist, elementary school principal, and head custodian.
Oct 19, 2022	Manzano Named GRAD Partnership Spotlight School	The GRAD Partnership is a collaborative effort of nine organizations, working with districts and schools nationwide to empower them to graduate all students ready for the future.
Oct 24, 2022	Check Your APS Choices	Learn about the many learning opportunities APS has to offer.
Oct 23, 2022	Plan for Weather-Related Delays, Cancellations	Get weather-related updates at APS.edu, Twitter, and SchoolMessenger.
Oct 27, 2022	La Cueva JROTC Receives National Honor	The LCHS JROTC earned the distinguished honor of being one of only 13 schools in the nation designated a Naval Honor School.
Oct 31, 2022	Hey APS Seniors: It's Time to Fill Out the FAFSA	It’s college application season, which also means it’s time to apply for financial aid and scholarships with the Free Application for Student Aid.
Nov 08, 2022	Clothing Bank in Need of Plastic Bags	The APS Clothing Bank uses plastic shopping bags to package basic need items for students.
Dec 01, 2022	November's Outstanding Employees	This month's honorees include a professional development specialist, registrar, administrative assistant, and workroom specialist.
Nov 29, 2022	Update Regarding the Decision on the 2023-2024 Calendar	Find updates about the traditional and extended-year calendar for the next school year.
Dec 01, 2022	December's Outstanding Employees	This month's honorees include a head custodian, secretary/clerk, health assistant, and Medicaid specialist.
Jan 05, 2023	Smart Farm at Roosevelt Middle School	Roosevelt Middle School students share their futuristic Smart Farm.
Jan 06, 2023	Want to Transfer Schools?	Families who would like their child to attend an APS school outside of their assigned attendance area in the 2023-2024 school year may request a transfer online beginning Jan. 1, 2023.
Jan 09, 2023	Student of the Week - Angela Vigil	8th Grader at Taft Middle School
Jan 10, 2023	APS Unveils Proposal to Repurpose Several Schools	No schools would be shuttered, layoffs not anticipated under current plan
Jan 10, 2023	Award-Winning Journalist Joins APS Communications Team
Jan 13, 2023	Game Vision to Begin Streaming Athletic Events at all APS High Schools	Company will pay APS $180,000 over three years.
Jan 17, 2023	Sen. Lujan Announces $275K Grant for South Valley Schools	Funds will help three schools launch agriculture STEM pathway.
Jan 19, 2023	Albuquerque Firefighters Mentor APS High Schoolers	APS and AFR Firefighter Ambassador program implemented at all 13 comprehensive high schools.
Jan 20, 2023	January’s Outstanding Employees	This month’s honorees include a school principal, a diagnostician technician, a food services worker and a custodian.
Jan 25, 2023	UNM Alumni Association Honoring Superintendent Elder With its Rodey Award	Accolade given to individuals who have contributed significantly to the field of education.
Jan 30, 2023	Three APS Schools to Benefit from U.S. Department of Education Grant	Hodgin Elementary, McKinley Middle and Del Norte will share in $491,700 in first year
Jan 31, 2023	Show You Care With Underwear! drive underway	APS Clothing Bank asking for new undergarments for students in need
Jan 31, 2023	Harrison Middle School Showcases its Mariachi Magic	Program links many students to their culture while teaching important life skills
Feb 03, 2023	APS Education Foundation Accepting Applications for Grants	Deadline to apply is Feb. 22
Feb 03, 2023	APS Seniors Encouraged to Apply for Varsity Award Scholarship	Seven $1,000 awards available
Feb 06, 2023	February's Outstanding Employees	This month's honorees include a behavioral redirector, a building services supervisor, the employee wellness coordinator and the web editor
Feb 13, 2023	Student of the Week - AJ Martinez	12th Grader at Atrisco Heritage Academy High School
Jan 31, 2023	School Board Adopts Fourth Goal for District	Measure aimed at fostering soft skills that will help students be successful
Feb 10, 2023	Public Invited to Review High School Materials	Teachers and members of the school community are invited to review and give input on proposed high-quality instructional materials for English Language Arts and Health
Feb 14, 2023	New Video Available to Help Families Navigate ParentVUE	App gives parents access to their child’s grades, attendance and upcoming assignments
Feb 14, 2023	APS to Shift to Quarterly Grade Reporting Periods for 2023-2024 School Year	In a letter to the community, Chief of Schools Dr. Channell Segura says move aimed at bringing consistency to district
Feb 21, 2023	APS Congratulates New Mexico’s New Secretary of Education	Arsenio Romero set to take over as PED chief on March 6
Feb 28, 2023	APS Students Showcase Works of Art at Berna Facio Complex	Metro Youth Art Exhibit on display through March 16
Feb 28, 2023	KOB Features Retired APS Educator Who Continues to Teach	Cyntella Shaver retired in 2009 but continues to volunteer in the classroom
Feb 28, 2023	Students Shine in Mock Interviews	Rio Grande High's JAG class helps prepare students for life after high school
Mar 07, 2023	Outstanding Employees for March	This month's honorees include an educational assistant, a health assistant, a head custodian and a cafeteria manager
Mar 09, 2023	La Mesa Students Get Shoes Courtesy of FedEx	Partnership one of many the school has formed to ensure the needs of its students are being met
Mar 14, 2023	Happy 100th, Washington Middle School!	School welcomed its first class on Jan. 22, 1923
Mar 14, 2023	APS Brings New Life to Northeast Heights School
Mar 16, 2023	Seeking Input on Proposed 2023-2024 Calendar	APS is considering an Aug. 3 start date, plans to add four instructional days
Mar 16, 2023	We’re considering several changes for the 2023-2024 school year	Calendar has school starting a week earlier, adds four instructional days
Mar 21, 2023	Lawmakers approve more instructional time, raises for public school employees during session	Legislation requires governor’s signature before becoming law
Mar 27, 2023	Hard Work, Persistence Paying off for Two ECA Seniors	One heading to military academy to fence, other going to England to play soccer.
Mar 28, 2023	APS Committee Recommends School Boundary Changes, Leasing La Luz to Charter School	Proposal part of larger effort to right-size district
Mar 29, 2023	APS Career Fair Gives Students Glimpse of Life in the Skilled Trades	Inaugural event aimed at showing students paths into such careers as plumbing and mechanics
Mar 30, 2023	DA: Don't Ruin Your Life by Bringing a Gun to a School	Bregman says anyone caught will be arrested, prosecuted
Apr 03, 2023	Lavaland Elementary Teacher Surprised With Golden Apple Award	Shannon Ryan one of seven New Mexico educators that will be honored by group.
Apr 05, 2023	APS Board Approves Modified Calendar for the 2023-2024 School Year	In response to public comment, district drops proposed early release Wednesdays, adds seven professional development days for most K-8 teachers.
Apr 05, 2023	Moving forward after the public health emergency	APS is transitioning out of the emergency phase of COVID-19 and into a phase that promotes individuals following recommendations for responding to the virus.
Apr 05, 2023	Board Approves Plan to Consolidate La Luz and MacArthur Elementaries	APS will also move forward with reconfiguring Corrales Elementary into a small K-8 school and turning Janet Kahn into a pure K-8 magnet school for the upcoming school year.
Apr 06, 2023	Another Golden Apple Winner: Dolores Gonzales Elementary Teacher Honored Tuesday	Norma Lujan-Quiñones is also being recognized by the New Mexico Association for Bilingual Education.
Apr 11, 2023	Jefferson Middle School Team Places First in Oklahoma Robotics Competition	National American Indian Science and Engineering Fair held earlier this month.
Apr 13, 2023	Meet the Winners of the 2023 Outstanding Volunteers in APS Awards	Honorees selected from pool of 48 nominees
Apr 13, 2023	Third APS Teacher Honored With Golden Apple Award	John Baker Elementary music teacher Julie Rombach-Kendall praised for her teaching style.
Apr 17, 2023	APS Instituting Later Start Times for Middle and High School Students	Task force recommended change, saying current start times interfere with natural sleep patterns, which leads to negative consequences.
Apr 19, 2023	At Eldorado, Food Truck Wars Competition Shows Students Value of Hard Work	Students from various programs at the school took part in the project.
Apr 19, 2023	Applicants Sought for Sgt. Marty Martinez Memorial Scholarship	Martinez was an APS police officer who died in a hot air balloon crash in 2021.
Apr 21, 2023	School Custodian Saves Choking Fifth-Grader	La Mesa employee learned the Heimlich maneuver when her own son was in Boy Scouts.
Apr 24, 2023	Nuestra Maestras Bilingües Brillan | Our Bilingual Teachers Shine	April is National Bilingual/Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month.
Apr 24, 2023	APS Graduations Underway	A look at what to expect and what’s not allowed at commencement ceremonies.
Apr 24, 2023	Student of the Week - Aliyah Neill	4th Grader at McCollum Elementary School
May 01, 2023	APS Middle School Choir Ranks First in National Competition	Eisenhower students deliver show-stopping performances in California.
May 02, 2023	Photography, Films by APS Students Featured in Albuquerque Museum Exhibit	'Focus on Youth' Exhibit opens May 6 and will be on display until June 4.
May 05, 2023	CCHS Opened up a World of Opportunities for One Grad	Mixed in with her biology, anatomy, and calculus classes were courses that earned the aspiring midwife an automotive certificate.
May 10, 2023	APS named Among the Best Communities for Music Education	This is the seventh year Albuquerque Public Schools has received the designation.
May 10, 2023	'It Can't Storm Forever'	Del Norte graduating senior refused to give up his dream of playing college basketball despite suffering a devastating setback.
May 12, 2023	Atrisco Heritage Grad Learned Early that Adversity Can be a Great Motivator	Asianna Benalli earned a full ride to a Louisiana college, where she will play softball.
May 15, 2023	National Merit Scholarship Winners Announced	Of 16 New Mexico recipients, 10 are from APS
May 22, 2023	Heinrich Visits Wilson Middle School Garden	Senator is pushing legislation to fund more school gardens and provide free meals to students across the country.
May 22, 2023	Amazing Adventure Awaits Garfield Science Teacher	Chris Speck is one of 50 educators from U.S. and Canada selected to take part in expeditions around the world.
May 22, 2023	A Neighborhood School Celebrates 103 Years of Success and Heritage	Old Town Elementary celebrates 103 years.
May 24, 2023	APS Board Approves $928 Million Operating Budget	Spending plan includes raises for employees, additional instructional time.
May 26, 2023	Governor Establishes New Office of Special Education	Lujan Grisham signed the executive order at Lowell Elementary School, one of APS’s special education hubs.
May 26, 2023	Story Time in the Park	June 5-July 13
Jun 07, 2023	APS Superintendent Scott Elder to Leave Post on June 30, 2024	Board, superintendent make announcement in joint statement
Jun 09, 2023	APS Providing Free Summer Lunches at Five Locations	Meals available Monday Through Friday to those 18 and under.
Jun 12, 2023	APS Elementary Students Win Awards in National Art Competition	Winners attended Georgia O’Keeffe, Double Eagle, and S.Y. Jackson elementary schools.
Jun 12, 2023	Math Educators Spending Week Honing Their Skills	Renowned Stanford professor facilitated Monday’s session.
Jun 16, 2023	Three APS Board Seats, Mill Levy Will be on November Ballot	Two-mill levy provides funding for such things as maintenance, security, operations, technology, and musical instruments; tax rate would remain the same.
Jun 22, 2023	APS Board Hoping to Select New Superintendent by Spring	Executive Committee working on RFP for search firm.
Jun 28, 2023	APS School Websites Getting New Look	Platform switch will happen on Thursday; school websites could be down for several hours.
Jun 28, 2023	APS Police Department Needs Help Locating Witnesses in Shooting of School Custodian	Paul Tafoya was shot after he asked trespasser to leave Kennedy Middle School campus on Friday.
Jul 13, 2023	APS Principals and Administrators Zero in on Better Student Outcomes
Aug 31, 2023	Ten Candidates Running for APS Board	Three board seats on the Nov. 7 ballot.