News from 2026-2027

• Class of 2027 Graduation Ceremonies Set
  Most APS seniors will graduate the week of May 17.
  
• NM is Removing Document Barriers for Homeless Youth
  State initiative grants homeless students direct access to vital documents without fees or adult consent requirements.
  
• Mark Your Calendars: Employee Appreciation Dates 2026-2027
  From teachers to transportation staff, here’s when we celebrate the incredible people who keep APS running.
  
• APS Launches Survey to Shape Upcoming Listening Session
  Board to host second community listening session of the year on July 27.
  
• Scaling Success at APS High Schools
  Through cross-sector collaboration and new teacher externships, the Academies of Albuquerque initiative is bridging the gap between classroom learning and career readiness.
  
• APS Names New Principals, Administrators
  Leadership shifts aim to support student success as district prepares for fall semester.
  
• Eco-Makers Camp Inspires Student Innovators
  Students Blend Technology and Nature in the Inaugural STEM Program
  
• Update Your Contact Info
  Please ensure your phone numbers and email addresses are up-to-date so we can share important information and contact you in emergencies.
  
• School Starts Aug. 7. Make Sure Kids are Registered
  Use ParentVUE, the APS student information system, on your computer, mobile phone or tablet to register students, update information and upload documents.
  
• APS Handbook for Student Success
  The 2026-2027 edition is now available online. Families and APS staff will now be able to recommend changes throughout the year.
  
• Literacy Gains Mark Bright Spot in APS Assessment Data
  Despite progress in reading, middle school math proficiency lags behind district targets for key student groups.
  
• APS Awarded $50,000 Moonshot Grant to Enhance Community School Impact
  National grant fuels innovation in eight APS middle schools to better integrate community assets into the classroom.
  
• Tome-Warito Honored at 4th Annual Accessibility Awards
  APS Board President recognized for her work at the intersection of disability rights and Native American advocacy.
  
• APS Students Trade Screens for Soil in Summer Agriculture Internship
  Program expands to three high schools, teaching real-world skills and professional development through community farm partnerships.
  
• Listening Session Brings Families and APS Leaders Together for ‘Sneak Peek’
  From sampling new cafeteria recipes to touring electric buses, parents get a hands-on look at operational upgrades.
  
• APS Honors Summer Graduates' Perseverance
  219 students cross the finish line.
  
• APS Shifts to NFHS Network for Athletics Streaming
  Annual pass now available at lower cost.
  
• Growing Support, One School Counselor at a Time
  UNM, APS and ATF launch new school counselor residency program.
  
• APS Superintendent Urges Educators to 'Light the Way'
  Nearly 7,000 teachers, other staffers gather at Convention Center to kickoff 2026-27 school year.
  
• APS to Deploy Weapon Detection Systems at Athletics Facilities
  District installs screening technology at major stadiums, clear bag policy to continue for 2026-2027 school year.
  
• APS Wraps Up Summer Meals, Looks Ahead to Fresh New School Year
  Nearly 300,000 meals served this summer as Food & Nutrition Services prepares new menu offerings for students.
  
• APS Opens First Dedicated Early Childhood Center
  The new Duranes facility repurposes historic site into a community-focused hub for early learners.
  
• APS Athletics Announces Ticket Price Increases
  Department cites rising operational costs and expanded sports programming as drivers for the change.
  
• APS to Host 2026 State of the District Event Aug. 31
  Superintendent Durán Blakey and local education leaders to highlight progress and outline future goals.
  
• Friday Night Lights Get Brighter for Youngest Athletes
  APS offers free varsity game admission to youth football players and cheerleaders in uniform.
  
• APS Exceeds Postsecondary Goal, Driven by Sharp Gains Across High Schools
  Data reveals a districtwide surge in college credits, industry credentials, and bilingual seals, though educators emphasize the need to close equity gaps for students with disabilities.
  
• Public Invited to Review Math Textbooks
  Teachers and members of the school community are invited to review and give input on proposed high-quality instructional materials.
  
• AHS Hosts Freshman Jump Start
  Albuquerque High Upperclassmen Link Crew Welcomes Ninth Graders.
  
• Attendance Efforts Show Progress Across APS
  Success Systems & Attendance Support Unit helps schools build systems that identify barriers, strengthen relationships and support students in getting to school every day.
  
• A Message to the APS Community on Amira
  In a letter to families, Deputy Superintendent Randy Mahlerwein explains how Amira is used in elementary school classrooms and recent changes involving the platform.
  
• Shaping Albuquerque's Future
  At the 2026 State of the District, Superintendent Durán Blakey highlights new pathways, partnerships and opportunities helping APS students discover their strengths and build their futures.
  
• Application Deadline Nearing for APS Education Foundation Grants
  Deadline to apply is Sept. 25.
  
• A Launchpad to the World
  Sandia High hosts New Mexico’s first statewide IB Student Leadership Conference, bringing students together to learn, connect and envision what comes next.
  
• Genius Hour Sparks Student Passion at Harrison
  Genius Hour empowers students with autonomy beyond traditional subjects while strengthening teacher-student relationships.
  
• CAMINO Collaborative Aims to Build Future Workforce
  Proposed campus would connect APS students with advanced manufacturing, hands-on learning and high-wage careers.
  
• Burning Away Glooms: A Mission Avenue Tradition
  Fifth graders blend culture, engineering, and creativity to bring Zozobra to life and unite the school community.
  
• Harrison Middle School Unveils New Wing
  South Valley community celebrates the completion of Phase 1 in a three-stage campus rebuild.
  
• APS Math and Reading Scores Hold Steady
  District records its best overall math performance and second-best reading scores since the assessment's debut.
  
• La Cueva MCJROTC Named Top in Nation
  Eldorado joins La Cueva as Naval Honor School for 2025–2026.
  
• Facing Enrollment Shifts, APS Begins Community Dialogue on Right-Sizing
  APS seeks family and staff feedback before crafting long-term recommendations on schools.
  
• Judges Bring Civics Lessons to APS Classrooms
  Middle school students learned what it takes to wear the robe during Constitution Day visits.
  
• Preserving Culture and Tradition: Chile Ristras
  An intergenerational workshop teaches students and the community how to preserve chile, save seeds, and honor cultural roots.
  
• Turning Cafeteria Scraps into Garden Soil
  APS Launches Food Waste Diversion Initiative
  
• Hot Air Balloons and Open Houses at Schools on Friday, Oct. 2
  Balloons Aloft is the unofficial kickoff to Balloon Fiesta.
  
• Find Your Spark! Explore All APS Schools Have to Offer
  From exciting academic programs to arts, athletics and hands-on learning, there's a place for every student to shine at Albuquerque Public Schools.
  
• APS Partnering with Explora for Student 'Art Mart'
  High school creators invited to register for the Nov. 14 showcase at X Studio.
  
• Celebrate National Walk to School Month With APS
  Throughout October, students at eight schools will embark on a designated walk through their neighborhood to promote pedestrian safety.