Albuquerque Public Schools
Student, Family, and Community Supports
We support the achievement of all students in partnership with their families and communities.
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Student, Family, and Community Supports Departments
Healthy Students + Engaged Families & Communities = Successful Students
The Student, Family, and Community Supports Division include six departments and one division support unit that work together utilizing the Coordinated School Health approach.
Accountability and Operations
Accountability and Operations provides fiscal management and grant compliance for six Departments and Foster Care Unit; data support and technical assistance for all SFCS Division Staff to ensure accountability for all programs; and oversight for the overall operations of the Division. Additional Units: Medicaid School-Based Services, Medicaid Enrollment, and Data Management.
Coordinated School Health
The Coordinated School Health Department connects students, schools, families, and community partners to opportunities and services that reduce barriers to learning and promote student and school success.
Counseling Services
The Counseling Services Department uses developmentally appropriate, data-informed, school counseling programs designed to ensure that all students have equitable access to rigorous education, social/emotional support, and skill development necessary to ensure college and career readiness.
Nursing Services
The Nursing Services Department recognizes the connection between health and learning and is committed to improving student health throughout the district.
Student and Staff Supports
Student and Staff Supports Department includes: Student Threat Assessment, Student Suicide Assessment/Prevention, Critical Incidents, 504, and Students with Long Term Medical Absences.
Student Health and Life Skills
A Safe Zone is a place where students can talk to an adult in a non-judgmental environment, receive support, and get connected to the resources they need to succeed.
Genders & Sexuality Alliances (GSAs) are student-run clubs that empower LGBTQ+ youth and their allies to create safer, more inclusive, and welcoming schools while also building stronger, more resilient youth.