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Albuquerque Public Schools
News from 2023-2024
News from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024
Use Your Voice to Improve Your School
Please take a moment to take the Quality of Education and Family Engagement Survey.
Posted March 4, 2024
Calendar Changes Will Impact This Month's Parent-Teacher Conferences
Changes were made to offer support for families by consolidating parent-teacher conference days for students in K-12.
Posted March 4, 2024
Promising Results for Native American Students Engaged In Job Skills Readiness Program
Participants have better attendance and are more likely to graduate from high school.
Posted March 5, 2024
School Nurse of the Year Nominations Open
APS wants to honor outstanding individuals who exemplify highest standards in providing services to students, families, and schools.
Posted March 5, 2024
La Cueva Students Take Second Place in Regional Science Bowl
Event aimed at inspiring students to pursue STEM careers.
Posted March 7, 2024
Hawthorne Students Learning to Solve Problems, be Creative
Destination Imagination program helping students develop skills and mindsets they'll need to succeed.
Posted March 12, 2024
Tackling the Mid School Math Cliff
National conference focused on strategies for helping middle school students become better mathematicians.
Posted March 13, 2024
MISSION POSSIBLE: APS Students Shine in Aerial Drone Competition
Three Albuquerque teams qualify to move on to 2024 National JROTC All Service Aerial Drone Championship in Mississippi.
Posted March 18, 2024
More Than 1,000 Students Attend APS Skilled Trades Fair
Among the attractions was the Be Pro Be Proud Mobile Workshop, which gave students the opportunity to experience various trades through virtual reality simulations.
Posted March 19, 2024
Seeking Student Board Members
The APS Education Foundation is looking for student board members. Deadline to apply is April 12.
Posted March 20, 2024
Zia Elementary Recognized for Data-Informed Approach to Counseling
Principal says RAMP Designation highlights school’s commitment to equity.
Posted March 20, 2024
African American Youth Empowerment Summit an Opportunity to Learn and Celebrate
Video captures powerful messages shared during event.
Posted March 22, 2024
Don't Miss Your Opportunity to Grade Us
APS families have until March 29 to take this year's Quality of Education and Family Engagement Survey.
Posted March 22, 2024
New Mexico United Hosts APS Night to Celebrate Summer, Students, Staff, and Early Literacy
Get your discounted tickets for the June 8 game against Hartford Athletic FC. A portion of the proceeds goes to support the APS Education Foundation.
Posted May 28, 2024
APS Named Among the Best Communities for Music Education
This is the eighth year Albuquerque Public Schools has received the designation.
Posted April 5, 2024
Public Invited to Review Spanish Language Arts and Spanish For Heritage Speakers Instructional Materials
Teachers and members of the school community are invited to review and give input on proposed instructional materials for middle and high school students.
Posted April 10, 2024
Meet the Winners of the 2024 Outstanding Volunteers in APS Awards
Honorees are a Taft Middle School eighth-grader, a retired teacher, and the Oasis Reading Tutoring Team.
Posted April 22, 2024
APS Educator Earns National Award for Her Commitment to Math Education
Kory Obenshain currently works at East San Jose Elementary as a math interventionist.
Posted April 19, 2024
Substance Prevention Resource and Empowerment Expo Set for May 6
Event will feature free food, live music, and life-saving information.
Posted April 23, 2024
Polk Middle School Receives National Recognition for Sustainability
The South Valley School has been named a Green Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.
Posted April 26, 2024
APS Art Teacher Recognized as 'Promoter of Peace'
Cibola educator became a teacher because she wanted to create a space where students feel safe.
Posted May 2, 2024
Rio Grande Senior Elected to National JAG Post
Organization encouraged her to dream big and pursue a career in medicine.
Posted May 2, 2024
Two APS Teachers Surprised With Golden Apple Awards
Cibola art teacher, Volcano Vista forensic science teacher among five educators honored by organization.
Posted May 6, 2024
APS Principals, Teachers Get First-hand Look at NY Magnet Schools
Conferences like the one in New York City 'open your eyes to new possibilities.'
Posted May 7, 2024
Matheson Park Elementary School Teacher, Students Hitting it Out of the Park
Reading assessments show significant gains for students in Jonathon Brannon’s first-grade class.
Posted May 14, 2024
APS Takes Part in White House Summit on Chronic Absenteeism
Strategies employed here have reduced the problem, but more work remains.
Posted May 10, 2024
APS Food Service Chief Honored With Tray Blazer Award
Sandra Kemp says award belongs to entire Food and Nutrition Services Staff and the school foodservice workers who go above and beyond.
Posted May 13, 2024
Several APS Seniors Earn National Merit Scholarships
Honor given to those with the 'strongest combination of accomplishments, skills, and potential for success in rigorous college studies.'
Posted May 13, 2024
The Last Day of Classes for APS Schools Will Be a Full Day This Year
For most schools, the last day will be May 31. For schools on the TOPS calendar, the last day will be June 10.
Posted May 14, 2024
Tag You're It!: New Campaign Seeks to Remind Students to Return Electronic Devices
APS required to keep track of the items.
Posted May 14, 2024
Manzano High Senior Persevered to Get to the Finish Line
Mariah Noland didn't let homelessness stand in the way of her diploma.
Posted May 19, 2024
La Cueva Senior Named One of Nation's Most Promising Teen Scientists
Aditya Koushik has been using AI to identify naturally occurring cancer treatments.
Posted May 17, 2024
APS Graduations Underway
A look at what to expect and what's not allowed at commencement ceremonies.
Posted May 16, 2024
APS Seeking Community Representatives to Serve on Audit Committee
Anyone interested must apply before June 1.
Posted May 16, 2024
NM United Rewards First-graders Who Made Big Gains in Reading
Soccer team handed out free tickets for June 8 soccer game to Matheson Park Elementary students who showed significant gains in the reading assessment.
Posted May 16, 2024
Chamber Honors Board President for Her Commitment to Improving Education
Danielle Gonzales named an Education Champion.
Posted May 23, 2024
APS Collaborating With Community Partners on Financial Literacy Course
First Financial Credit Union has pledged $1 million to cover the cost
Posted May 28, 2024
APS Job Fair Set For June 3
School district is seeking teachers, educational assistants, bus drivers, food service workers, school clerks, and custodians.
Posted May 28, 2024
Eldorado High Student Chosen as N.M. Winner in Doodle for Google Student Contest
Steven Boucher is now in the running for a $55,000 scholarship, and Eldorado could receive a $50,000 tech package, but they need your vote.
Posted May 28, 2024
Board Approves Revisions to Next Year's Calendar
Students will begin second semester and summer break one day earlier.
Posted May 29, 2024
APS Board Approves $1 Billion Operating Budget
Spending plan includes raises for employees, continuation of TOPS model, final phase of Fine Arts elementary expansion.
Posted May 29, 2024
Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremonies Set
Most APS seniors will graduate the week of May 19. Magnet school graduates will get diplomas earlier.
Posted June 3, 2024
APS Implements New Customer Service Tool that Simplifies District Communications
Let's Talk makes it easy for parents, students, staff, and community members to ask questions, request information, and share feedback.
Posted June 11, 2024
Literacy Takes Center Stage as APS Marks End of Year With NM United Celebration
Board asking families for feedback on district's early literacy efforts.
Posted June 10, 2024
More National Merit Scholarships Awarded to APS Seniors
Five La Cueva graduates and one each from eCADEMY, Eldorado receive awards.
Posted June 11, 2024
Ruidoso in Our Thoughts and Prayers
A message from incoming Superintendent Gabriella Blakey on the fires burning in Ruidoso
Posted June 20, 2024
APS Website Gets New Look
Redesign prioritizes a mobile-friendly user experience.
Posted June 27, 2024