Early Childhood
Early Childhood supports children in APS Preschool programs and works with the city, county, state, and experts to develop a collaborative partnership between the home, school, and community.
APS Early Childhood has been awarded a Guhl Literacy Grant. We are excited to begin implementation of our project, I See Me! Book Project for our APS SPED Preschool Classrooms.
Early Childhood Quick Links
Important Dates
- Registration for 2023-24 SY: May 2, 2023: Register with ParentVUE
- No transfer is needed for Preschool students
- First Day of School for Pre-K and Kindergarten:
- August 7, 2023
Have questions?
Please visit APS Preschool Frequently Asked Questions, if you don't see your question(s) please send Early Childhood an Information Request.
Welcome to the Early Childhood Office
Early Childhood is essential in supporting the needs of Preschool children. We provide professional development to enhance learning outcomes for young children in a range of areas:
- developmentally appropriate practices
- curriculum and instruction
- assessment
- leadership
- transition to kindergarten
Our goal is to deliver support that is responsive to families and is child-centered. Learn more about Early Childhood.
Contact Information
Main Phone:
(505) 253-0320
Fax:
(505) 880-8286
Email:
allison.fitzpatrick@aps.edu
Mailing Address:
912 Oak St. SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
Physical Address:
Department Office Staff
Employee | Contact Information |
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Allison Gabaldon
Senior Director of Early Childhood |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 67081
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Melani Buchanan Farmer
APS Pre-K Special Education |
(505) 855-9917
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Laura Wallin
APS Preschool Manager - Preschool Coaches & Professional Development |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 44324 or 67035
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Hope Padilla
Data Technician |
(505) 253.0320 ext 67085
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Amanda Negale
Administrative Assistant |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 67082
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Lexi Miles
Records Technician |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 67089
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Department Coaches
Employee | Contact Information |
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Anna Jordan
APS Preschool Coach |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 44337
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Christina Orozco
APS Preschool Coach |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 44340
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Deanna Barela
APS Preschool Coach |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 44334
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Jennifer Cunico
APS Preschool Coach |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 44338
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Michael Lovato
APS Preschool Coach |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 44335
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Patti Odegard
APS Preschool Coach |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 44336
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Sandra Lucero
APS Preschool Coach |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 44344
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Sherril Godbolt
APS Preschool Coach |
(505) 253-0320 ext. 44341
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