Reminder! Early release tomorrow, Friday, October 2nd, for all APS students due to the AHS Homecoming Parade! 💛🐯

*One hour earlier than the regular Friday schedule.*

#Homecoming2026 #GoTigers #TigerPride #SchoolSpirit
about 22 hours ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
Homecoming early release graphic - One hour earlier than the regular Friday schedule.
🏈🥳Important information for this Friday's Homecoming Parade & Football Game.

Exciting News! American Dream Media and Tech Holdings, LLC will be photographing, filming, and recording during a portion of the Homecoming Parade & Football Game on Friday, October 2nd, as they work on a story highlighting our incredible Alamogordo community and the love we have for our students, teachers, and schools!

Please be aware that by attending either community event, you may be filmed or photographed by American Dream Media and Tech Holdings, LLC.
2 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
The American Dream - Spreading positive media across the country - graphic with the USA map
Join us for the 2026 Homecoming Parade this Friday, October 2nd, at 3 p.m.

Here's the parade route! From Alamogordo High School, North on Cuba Ave., West on 10th St. to Maryland Ave.

#BeHereNM #BeHereAlamo #HOCO2026
2 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
Homecoming parade map - from Alamogordo High School, North on Cuba Ave., West on 10th St. to Maryland Ave.

🌧️ Weather-Related Bus Delay

Due to weather conditions, all APS school buses are experiencing a slight delay today. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Thank you! 🚌

3 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
School buses graphic - Weather -related bus delay
LAST DAY TO SIGN UP TO PARTICIPATE IN THE AHS HOMECOMING PARADE! 🥳🏈🏐

Today is the last day to sign up to take part in the 2026 Homecoming Parade. We invite teams, clubs, booster clubs, community groups, organizations, and businesses to participate.

Sign up here!
https://forms.gle/qg4LsatabfoSCZ9F6

#HOCO2026

4 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
Register for the parade graphic - A night on the bayou- QR code on the lower right hand side of the graphic.

Reminder! Parent-Teacher Conferences are tomorrow Thursday, September 24th, and Friday, September 25th. No school for students.

9 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
PArent Teacher Conferences thur & fri September 24th & 25th. No school for students a graphic with parents and students with teachers.
Next week is Homecoming! Since we all become Tigers, our spirit week themes mostly match Alamogordo High School’s themes. It’s time for the Tigers (and Coyotes) to take the Bayou! #HOCO2026 #LetsGo #CoyotePride #CoyotesaretheBestAround
11 days ago, Sierra Elementary
spirit week flyer
🐊✨The Alamogordo High School 2026 Homecoming Parade is on Friday, October 2! 😎 Teams, clubs, booster clubs, community groups, organizations, and businesses are invited to join the annual AHS Homecoming Parade! 🎉

Parade Awards:
▪️ Best Float
▪️ Best Use of Theme
▪️ Most Spirited
▪️ Best Marching Unit
▪️ Most Creative Entry
▪️ Judges’ Choice

Sign up today!
https://forms.gle/qg4LsatabfoSCZ9F6

#BeHereNM #BeHereAlamo #MagicalNight #HOCO2026 #NightontheBayou
11 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
Homecoming parade graphic with previous year photos of the parade - a night on the bayou parade theme the parade if on Friday, October 2nd at 3 p.m. Register for the parade
💛 Reminder, Parent-Teacher Conferences are this Thursday & Friday, September 24th & 25th. If you haven't connected with your student's teacher, please do so as soon as possible. (No school for students)

11 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
PArent Teacher Conferences thur & fri September 24th & 25th. No school for students a graphic with parents and students with teachers.

TONIGHT! Join us today, September 17, at 5 p.m. for our Parent University session, APS 101 – Understanding Our Schools.

📍 APS HUB
805 12th Street
Alamogordo, NM

Parent University is open to all APS families, including parents, guardians, and grandparents of students in Preschool through 12th grade. Sessions are designed to provide helpful information for every stage of your child's educational journey, with specialized topics throughout the year to meet families where they are.

🎥 Missed our Parent University Kickoff at the Back to School Block Party in July? No worries! You can catch the recording and learn more about what Parent University has to offer. 🔗https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJyUtRtfyKw
Learn more at: https://www.alamogordoschools.org/o/aps/page/parent-university

#APSParentUniversity #AlamogordoPublicSchools

15 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
APS Parent University Graphic – APS 101 Understanding Our Schools session • Thursday September 17th • 5 p.m. • The HUB located at 805 12th St. Find more sessions and more information on the APS website. PArent university logo on the top of the graphic, parent involvement logo on the lower left had corner and the APS logo on the bottom middle.
Early release schedule for all campuses for Homecoming on Friday, October 2nd. One hour earlier than the regular Friday schedule.
17 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
Early release schedule for Homecoming day Friday October 2nd.

Reminder!

📢Join Alamogordo Public Schools on Thursday, September 17, at 5 p.m. at the HUB, located at 805 12th St., for our 101: Understanding Our School session.

✨Learn how to navigate the essential tools every APS family uses, including:
▪️PowerSchool Parent Portal
▪️District Communications - "Rooms"
▪️School Websites and Mobile App
▪️Student Access to Technology
▪️Best ways to stay informed throughout the school year

👨‍💻Learn more at: https://www.alamogordoschools.org/o/aps/page/parent-university
Event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EU5c6sibo/

#SavetheDate #BeHere #ParentInvolvement

22 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
APS Parent University Graphic – APS 101 Understanding Our Schools session • Thursday September 17th • 5 p.m. • The HUB located at 805 12th St. Find more sessions and more information on the APS website. PArent university logo on the top of the graphic, parent involvement logo on the lower left had corner and the APS logo on the bottom middle.
📣 Have you checked out the NEW APS Community Information HUB?

Looking for local events, programs, and activities for you and your family? The APS Community Information HUB brings together information from around our community to help connect our students and families with local opportunities.

Check it out here:
🔗https://www.alamogordoschools.org/page/community-opportunities

*COMMUNITY INFORMATION NOTICE: Alamogordo Public Schools permits this material to be made available solely as a community-information service. APS does not sponsor, endorse, supervise, recommend, or independently verify the sponsoring organization, activity, program, service, fees, safety practices, or representations. Participation is voluntary and is the responsibility of the parent or guardian.*

#GoodNewsAlamogordo #APSCommunity #CommunityResources #BeHereAlamo
22 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
Screenshot of the APS Community Opportunities page - Connecting our Community Welcome to the APS Community Opportunities Page Alamogordo Public Schools is proud to serve as a community partner by providing information on local events, programs, and activities that support and enrich the lives of our students and families. To ensure equal access for all members of our community, all shared content is formatted to meet federal digital accessibility standards. COMMUNITY INFORMATION NOTICE: Alamogordo Public Schools permits this material to be made available solely as a community-information service. APS does not sponsor, endorse, supervise, recommend, or independently verify the sponsoring organization, activity, program, service, fees, safety practices, or representations. Participation is voluntary and is the responsibility of the parent or guardian. For Community Organizations: Are you a local government agency, non-profit, faith-based group, or organization offering an eligible student or family activity? Requests to share promotional materials must be submitted through our online portal at least two (2) weeks prior to your event or requested posting date in accordance with Board Policy K-2300. Submissions are reviewed weekly. Approved flyers are posted to this page for up to 30 days and may be highlighted in upcoming district communications. Submit Your Flyer Distribution Request
📢New Mexico Statewide #BeHereDay is TOMORROW! 🚌

While we always aim for strong attendance, Be Here Day is an opportunity to remind everyone why being present matters! Don't miss the fun and #BeHereAlamo! 100% attendance is our goal!

#BeHereNM #AttendanceMatters
25 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
New Mexico Statewide Be here Day • Tuesday September 8th! 100% attendance is our goal! Graphic with a teal background, NMPED logo in the middle of the backpack and the APS logo in the bottom of the graphic.
Get ready to DROP EVERYTHING AND READ!📑📚

We want to invite the entire community to celebrate International Literacy Day tomorrow, September 8th, with a 15-minute D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything and Read) activity at 9:30 a.m.!

Whether you are at home, at school, or at work, stop everything you are doing, grab a book, and enjoy 15 minutes of reading.

#DEAR #BeHereNM
25 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
International Literacy Day graphic with a colorful tree - September 8th 9:30 a.m. at all campuses & across the community. "Each book read adds another branch to the tree of understanding" Join APS as we celebrate International Literacy Day with a 15 minute DEAR (Drop everything and Read)
New Mexico Statewide #BeHereDay is on Tuesday, September 8th! 🚌🎒

Be Here Day is a statewide celebration reminding students, families, educators, and communities that being present matters. Every day in school is another opportunity to learn, connect, grow, and move closer to achieving our goals.

#BeHereAlamo #BeHereNM #NMPED
28 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
New Mexico Statewide Be here Day • Tuesday September 8th! 100% attendance is our goal! Graphic with a teal background, NMPED logo in the middle of the backpack and the APS logo in the bottom of the graphic.

Tuesday is Be Here Day. Be Here in your favorite pajamas and craziest hair styles!

28 days ago, Sierra Elementary
September 8, 2026 is New Mexico Be Here Day! Be here for a Sierra Crazy Hair Pajama Party! Remember pajamas must be school appropriate and to please wear proper shoes!
✨Parent University: Partners in the Journey!✨

📢Join Alamogordo Public Schools on Thursday, September 17 at 5 p.m. at the HUB, located at 805 12th St., for our 101: Understanding Our School session.

✨Learn how to navigate the essential tools every APS family uses, including:
▪️PowerSchool Parent Portal
▪️District Communications - "Rooms"
▪️School Websites and Mobile App
▪️Student Access to Technology
▪️Best ways to stay informed throughout the school year

👨‍💻Learn more at: https://www.alamogordoschools.org/o/aps/page/parent-university
Event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EU5c6sibo/

#SavetheDate #BeHere #ParentInvolvement
29 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
APS Parent University Graphic – APS 101 Understanding Our Schools session • Thursday September 17th • 5 p.m. • The HUB located at 805 12th St. Find more sessions and more information on the APS website. PArent university logo on the top of the graphic, parent involvement logo on the lower left had corner and the APS logo on the bottom middle.
🍂Welcome to September! 🍂

Please enjoy the September edition of the Alamogordo Public Schools monthly community newsletter, filled with important information and valuable resources.

https://app.smore.com/n/b45ny-aps-community-newsletter-september

#BeHereNM #BeHereAlamo #September
29 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
⏰September is National Attendance Awareness Month! As we kick off the new school year, our focus this month is Be Here & Build Great Habits. Establishing consistent morning and evening routines helps set our students up for success, ensuring they arrive on time and ready to connect, learn, and grow every single day.⏰

✨To support your family at home, we have built easy-to-use tools to help track progress and stay on target:
▪️Rise & Shine Habit Tracker: A simple daily routine checklist to help students build great morning and evening habits, as well as set goals.
▪️Attendance Matters! Year-long Absence Tracker: A visual guide to help you keep track of missed instructional days throughout the school year.
Additional tools and resources can be found on our website at: https://www.alamogordoschools.org/page/attendance

#BeHereAlamo #BeHereNM #attendancematters See less
29 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools
Be here and build great habits graphic with a yellow clock off to the side. The Alamogordo Public Schools logo on the bottom left hand corner.
Rice and shine attendance tracker - setting goals and establishing good habits help me become an innovative thinker, resilient achiever and self-aware learner. Habits chart - Evening, screen turned off by BLANK p.m. Go to bed at BLANK pm. Morning Routine: Departure routine. Goals section: I will: BLANK ........... Ideas: Set a regular bed time, evening & morning routines. Limit screen time before bed for restful sleep . Lay clothes out the night before. Set an alarm. Eat a nutritious breakfast. Set morning departure time. Avoid non-essential absences.
Attendance Matter tracking chart- 0 days absent, PERFECT 0%! 2-8 Absent GREAT 1-5%, 9-17 Days Absent VALUABLE INSTRUCTIONAL TIME MISSED! 6-10%, 18-33 DAYS ABSENT SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OR LOST LEARNING 11-19%, 34+ Days Absent CALL US AND LET US HELP! 20% plus.
New Mexico Statewide Be Here Day graphic - Tue, September 8th 100% attendance is our goal. Graphic with a teal backpack off to the side, the NMPED logo on the middle of the backpack and the APS logo on the bottom of the graphic.