The schools within Albuquerque New Mexico have a common goal, to cultivate the ability, intellect, and character of each student. Leaving no one student behind in their educational journey, that is the public schools of Albuquerque’s approach to the education of its youth. The Albuquerque Public School District prides itself on being an enriching student-centered facility. The support of students, teachers, staff, and community make this goal possible and allows Albuquerque Public School District schools to maintain its high standard of educational practice.
The Albuquerque Public School District public education system strives to achieve a balance between academic, career and technical and extracurricular activities. The Albuquerque Public School District subscribes to the belief that; public education is a responsibility shared by schools, families, and members of the community. This sentiment has helped develop the inspiring learning community that is the Albuquerque Public School District, a community engaged in continuous growth opportunities.
Please take the time to review our list of Albuquerque Public School District schools and their various features.
Albuquerque Alternative Schools
Family School
Family School is an alternative program offered by the Albuquerque Public Schools (APS). Students attend a public school program that combines a half-day of classroom instruction with a half-day of home-based instruction. This unique arrangement helps parents take an active role in the education of their children. Students develop their own knowledge by actively engaging in problem-solving lessons and community activities.
(The information above is cited from http://www.apsfamilyschool.org/. For this and more information, please visit this link)
School on Wheels
Founded in 1970, School On Wheels is a “school of choice” which emphasizes self-awareness, resilience, goal-setting, responsibility, team-work, and family/community orientation. Developing marketable job skills, students attend morning classes and work jobs in the afternoon. School On Wheels has a “city-wide” campus consisting of Main Campus (Five Points) and eight satellites. With “community-as-classroom”, teachers invite guest speakers, plan relevant field trips, and emphasize project-based learning, focused within a concept-based curriculum.
(The information above is cited from http://www.aps.edu/aps/schoolonwheels/index.html. For this and more information, please visit this link)
Early College Academy
The Early College Academy is a college-preparatory school that facilitates dual enrollment, enabling high-school students to take classes for college credit that can be applied toward an associate or university degree.
(The information above is cited from http://www.cec.aps.edu/. For this and more information, please visit this link)
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Albuquerque Private Schools
Albuquerque Christian School (Preschool-8th grade)
Mission: To serve the Lord by providing a Christ-centered, quality academic educational program.
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Queen of Heaven Catholic School (Pre-K – 8th grade)
Queen of Heaven is a Catholic School in the heart of Albuquerque providing a superior education to students from Kindergarten to eighth grade. At Queen of Heaven School we strive to provide a safe, caring environment for our children to get the best education in mathematics, language arts and the arts while learning the values of respect, reverence and responsibility. Philosophy: Our philosophy is to provide a living environment for Christian love and hope which establishes and strengthens a child's basic relationship to himself or herself, to God and to other people.
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Manzano Day School (Pre-K – 5th grade)
Mission: "Manzano Day School is dedicated to innovative child-centered education, excellence in teaching, and Joy in Learning® to prepare children for a life of discovery and community involvement in our diverse world.” Manzano Day School is a pre-kindergarten through grade five independent elementary school in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It is located near the Old Town neighborhood, and the adobe structures of the school mirror the buildings of this historic area. The Old Town area and Manzano Day School fit within a historical context while serving a contemporary community. The school is celebrating its 69th anniversary during the 2007-2008 school year.
(The information above is cited from http://www.manzanodayschool.org. For this and more information, please visit this link)
Albuquerque Colleges and Universities
University of New Mexico
Founded in 1889, The University of New Mexico now occupies 600 acres along old Route 66 in the heart of Albuquerque , a city of more than 700,000 people. From the magnificent mesas to of the historic Rio Grande to the Sandia Mountains to the east, Albuquerque is a blend of culture and cuisine, styles and stories, people, pursuits and panoramas.
(The information above is cited from http://www.unm.edu. For this and more information, please visit this link)
Central New Mexico Community College
For 42 years, Central New Mexico Community College has excelled in its duties to deliver high quality education, support workforce development and contribute greatly to the wellbeing of its students and communities. The college’s successes and its strong reputation in the community are well-earned through decades of wise planning and a common devotion among employees for advancing its honorable missions.
(The information above is cited from www.cnm.edu. For this and more information, please visit this link)
Art Center Design College
At The Art Center Design College, the goal is to achieve excellence in all aspects of the college. For over twenty three years, The Art Center Design College has set high standards for education in the Art and Design fields, and the students and faculty have met and exceeded these standards with an exuberance and excitement beyond compare.
They have watched talent, enthusiasm; creativity and dedication propel this college from two students to where we are today with two campuses and a national reputation for educating quality Art and Design graduates. Most of all, we look forward to the future and the energy each new student brings to the college. The excitement grows as they realize they have chosen a field that is more than a career; it is the heart and soul of each and every person who shares a love for the Arts.
(The information above is cited from http://www.theartcenter.edu. For this and more information, please visit this link)
Apollo College
More than 50,000 students have graduated from Apollo College in the past 30 years. Students come from all different places and backgrounds, each bringing unique experiences and setting individual goals for the future. The diversity of our students enhances the learning environment by promoting a wide array of perspectives and insights, all contributing to the educational experience. At Apollo College, we provide practical, real-world education to our students. The specially designed degree and diploma programs are offered through classes that promote individual attention and encourage lively interaction. The faculty includes experienced professionals, who share the knowledge and expertise they've gained through years of practice in the medical field. The faculty create an atmosphere for students to receive the best practical, hands-on experience, and encourage them to "learn by doing" in lab work, classroom exercises and clinical practice. In addition, they constantly update our curriculum and facilities to ensure that our students receive the skills and training they need to be successful in their work environments.
(The information above is cited from http://www.apollocollege.edu/campuses_albuquerque.asp. For this and more information, please visit this link)
Please visit my other area school pages for more information on nearby private schools and colleges
Rio Rancho Schools
Moriarty-Edgewood Schools
