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Family Resources
Families can access a one-stop-shop for online learning, access to technology and the internet, resources provided by departments, and key online learning tools.
Request a Check-in
- Contact the Family Liaison or Community School Coordinator at your child's school for assistance. Look-up your school's phone number in the School Directory.
- APS Student Service Center can answer questions about District policies and procedures.
Getting started with APS?
Find information about Albuquerque Public Schools through the important links below. If you are moving to Albuquerque with the military, please call (505) 855-9040 for special help with enrollment, transfers, and other issues.
School Information
- Directory of Schools
- School Safety
- School Busses
- Student Handbook
- School Calendars
- School Meals
- Graduation
- Charters and Magnets
School Delays and Cancellations
Decisions regarding delays, cancellations, and early dismissals are subject to change based on changing weather conditions. The safety of our students, staff, and parents comes first. Read more about School Delays and Cancellations.
Enroll or Transfer Your Child
Get Involved
College Resources
Who to Contact:
Your Child's Teacher for:
- Questions or concerns about grades
- Classroom happenings and incidents
- Bullying in the classroom
Your Child's Principal for:
- When you can't talk to the teacher
- Parking lot drop-off questions
- Playground questions
Your Child's Counselor for:
- Bullying
- Friendship and relationship questions
- Information on getting free school supplies
Your School's Nurse for:
- Immunization requirements for school attendance
- Medications at school
- Help with health referrals
Your Child's Activities or Athletic Director for:
- Student club questions, including sponsorship or coaching
- Student eligibility for extracurricular activities
Additional Contacts:
Important Phone Numbers
- Student Service Center (505) 855-9040: For questions about anything that affects your child.
- APS Switchboard: (505) 880-3700
- Board of Education: (505) 880-3737
- Charter Schools: (505) 855-9889
- Communications: (505) 881-8421
- School Boundaries: (505) 855-9040
- Summer Programs: (505) 855-9870
- Transportation Services: (505) 880-3989
- Transfers: (505) 855-9040
- Department Listing
- Search for Staff
Volunteering at APS
Parents are a kid's first and most important teachers. Did you know? Parent involvement is closely linked to academic achievement and self-confidence. Have a positive impact on a child's education. Volunteer with APS.
Homework Help
Contact the Homework Helpline for free K–12 homework help. Help is provided by licensed teachers in English and Spanish.
- Hours: Monday–Thursday, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- Local: (505) 344-3571
Transportation Services
- Bus stop questions
- Bus service information
Visit the Student Transportation Services webpage.
Food and Nutrition Services
- Lunch menus
- Free and reduced-price lunches
- Ingredients lists
Visit the Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
Responding to Immigration Concerns
The shared values and beliefs of Albuquerque Public Schools is to ensure access for ALL students. APS insists that our schools are equitable and that students thrive academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and with humanity. Responding to Immigration Concerns.
Welcome to Albuquerque Public Schools Video Transcript
[In American Sign Language] Hello! Welcome to Albuquerque Public Schools, we are glad your family is here.
[In German] Welcome to APS, we are glad your family is here. Welcome to APS, we are glad your family is here.
[In Kinyarwanda] Welcome to Albuquerque Public Schools, we are glad your family is here.
[In French] Welcome to APS, we are glad your family is here. Welcome to APS, we are glad your family is here.
[In Navajo] Welcome, we are glad your family is here.
[In Dari] Welcome to Albuquerque Public Schools, we are glad your family is here. Welcome to APS, we are glad your family is here.
[In Spanish] Welcome to Albuquerque Public Schools, we are glad your family is here. Welcome to APS, we are glad your family is here.
[In Ukrainian] Welcome to Albuquerque Public Schools, we are glad your family is here.
[In Arabic] Welcome to Albuquerque Public Schools, we are glad your family is here.
[In Spanish] Welcome to APS, we are glad your family is here.
[In Japanese] Welcome to APS, we are glad your family is here.
[In Swahili] Welcome to Albuquerque Public Schools, we are glad your family is here. This is going to be a great school year.
[In Spanish] This is going to be a great school year.
[In French] This is going to be a great school year.
[In German] This is going to be a great school year.
[In Japanese] This is going to be a great school year.
[In Swahili] This is going to be a great school year.
[In Ukrainian] This is going to be a great school year.
[In Arabic] This is going to be a great school year.
[In Vietnamese] This is going to be a great school year.
[In Chinese] This is going to be a great school year.
[In Dari] This is going to be a great school year.
[In Russian] This is going to be a great school year.
[In Navajo] This is going to be a great school year.
[In Kinyarwanda] This is going to be a great school year. Check out Families Connected on YouTube and subscribe.
[In Spanish] Check out Families Connected on YouTube and subscribe.
[In French] Check out Families Connected on YouTube and subscribe.
[In German] Check out Families Connected on YouTube and subscribe.
[In Japanese] Check out Families Connected on YouTube and subscribe.
[In Swahili] Check out Families Connected on YouTube and subscribe.
[In Ukrainian] Check out Families Connected on YouTube and subscribe.
[In Arabic] Check out Families Connected on Youtube and subscribe.
[In Vietnamese] Check out Families Connected on Youtube and subscribe.
[In Chinese] Check out Families Connected on Youtube and subscribe.
[In Dari] Check out Families Connected on YouTube and subscribe.
[In Russian] Check out Families Connected on YouTube and subscribe.
[In Navajo] Check out Families Connected on YouTube and subscribe.
[In Kinyarwanda] Check out Families Connected on YouTube and subscribe.
APS Non-Discrimination Statement
The Albuquerque Public School system does not discriminate nor condone discrimination by students, employees, or third parties on the basis of ethnic identity, religion, race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, HIV status, mental or physical disability, marital status, or pregnancy in any program or activity of, or sponsored by, the school district and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Complaints
To file a complaint, go to the Office of Equal Opportunity Services Complaint Process. The following departments have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Equal Opportunity Services and Title IX
6400 Uptown Blvd. NE, Suite 240 East
PO Box 25704
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87125-0704
(505) 855-9852, eosoffice@aps.edu
Section 504
6400 Uptown Blvd. NE, Suite 400 East
PO Box 25704
Albuquerque, N.M. 87125-0704
(505) 239-5173, stephen.fortess@aps.edu