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As the holiday season approaches and we battle the inevitable cold and flu season, we want to highlight the important role regular school attendance plays in your child's academic success. 🖍️Research consistently shows that students who attend school regularly perform better academically than those with chronic absenteeism, providing a solid foundation for future achievement. 📝📓
✨ Here are some actionable tips to help prioritize attendance even in the face of controllable factors: ✨
▪️ Plan Vacations Strategically: Consider planning trips during school breaks or weekends to avoid unnecessary disruptions to your child's education.
▪️ Communicate: Identifying & addressing issues early can prevent prolonged absences.
▪️ Schedule Appointments Strategically: Whenever possible, try to schedule routine appointments outside of school hours or during breaks.
▪️ Utilize Support Services: Take advantage of the support services offered by our district.
Student Absence Tracker – A tool to help families see how missed days can add up over time.
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🔗https://www.alamogordoschools.org/page/attendance
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Did you know that pain from untreated cavities interrupts learning and regular attendance? 🪥
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Gobble, Gobble! 🦃
Save the dates! More info to come. 🥧
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📣Calling all federally connected families!!
The 2025 Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available for completion. You can make a difference and ensure that our school district receives our fair share of federal funds by completing a survey for each of your students in the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
Learn more at: https://www.alamogordoschools.org/page/impact-aid-student-parent-survey
The 2025 Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available for completion. You can make a difference and ensure that our school district receives our fair share of federal funds by completing a survey for each of your students in the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
Learn more at: https://www.alamogordoschools.org/page/impact-aid-student-parent-survey
🧦✨ It’s Socktober – and we’re collecting new socks all month long to support students in need across our district!
Did you know that socks are one of the most requested, but least donated items for people experiencing hardship? Let’s change that – one pair at a time. 💛We are leading this effort to bring comfort and care to our students, and we’re inviting schools and community members to join in!
📍 Look for collection boxes at every APS school and locations throughout the community.
🧦 All donations go directly to students who need them most.
🎯 Goal: Warm feet, full hearts, and a stronger, more connected community.
Let’s make this the coziest and kindest Socktober yet! 🧦💛
For more information on how you can help, please contact Family Engagement Coordinator, Monica Steeby at (575) 430-8177 or Monica.Steeby@alamogordoschools.org
Did you know that socks are one of the most requested, but least donated items for people experiencing hardship? Let’s change that – one pair at a time. 💛We are leading this effort to bring comfort and care to our students, and we’re inviting schools and community members to join in!
📍 Look for collection boxes at every APS school and locations throughout the community.
🧦 All donations go directly to students who need them most.
🎯 Goal: Warm feet, full hearts, and a stronger, more connected community.
Let’s make this the coziest and kindest Socktober yet! 🧦💛
For more information on how you can help, please contact Family Engagement Coordinator, Monica Steeby at (575) 430-8177 or Monica.Steeby@alamogordoschools.org
📅Reminder!
Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, October 15th, for a district/community-wide Pink Out in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 💗
Wear pink tomorrow to show your support for the fighters, admire the survivors, and honor the lost.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #PinkOut #CancerAwareness
Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, October 15th, for a district/community-wide Pink Out in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 💗
Wear pink tomorrow to show your support for the fighters, admire the survivors, and honor the lost.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #PinkOut #CancerAwareness
All students deserve a chance to succeed in school. 💛
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📱Parents & Guardians, have you logged into PowerSchool lately? Please take a moment to log in and make sure your contact information is up-to-date. Keeping your contact info up-to-date is important to ensure you receive important emails, texts, and notifications from APS. 👩💻
If you need help logging in, please call Let’s Talk! 575-812-8573.
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If you need help logging in, please call Let’s Talk! 575-812-8573.
#BeHereAlamo #BeHereNM #PowerSchoolAccess
🥫 October is Tackling Hunger Month, and this week we’re recognizing National Food Bank Week – a time to raise awareness, take action, and stand together against food insecurity. 💪🍎
At APS, the HOPE Team is committed to making sure no student or family goes hungry. Through food drives, pantry partnerships, and connecting families with local resources, we’re here to provide real support – because hunger shouldn’t be a barrier to learning. 💛
Here’s how you can help:
✅ Donate non-perishable food items to the Tiger Care Center
✅ Volunteer at our monthly Roadrunner Mobile Food Pantry (first Wednesday of each month
✅ Spread the word about hunger resources available through the HOPE Team
Together, we’re not just tackling hunger – we’re building HOPE, one meal at a time. 🧡
If you are a student in need of resources, please call or text our HOPE Team at (575) 430-0191 or email: HOPE@alamogordoschools.org.
#TacklingHungerMonth #NationalFoodBankWeek #HOPETeam #NoOneHungry #FoodForThought #HOPEinAction
At APS, the HOPE Team is committed to making sure no student or family goes hungry. Through food drives, pantry partnerships, and connecting families with local resources, we’re here to provide real support – because hunger shouldn’t be a barrier to learning. 💛
Here’s how you can help:
✅ Donate non-perishable food items to the Tiger Care Center
✅ Volunteer at our monthly Roadrunner Mobile Food Pantry (first Wednesday of each month
✅ Spread the word about hunger resources available through the HOPE Team
Together, we’re not just tackling hunger – we’re building HOPE, one meal at a time. 🧡
If you are a student in need of resources, please call or text our HOPE Team at (575) 430-0191 or email: HOPE@alamogordoschools.org.
#TacklingHungerMonth #NationalFoodBankWeek #HOPETeam #NoOneHungry #FoodForThought #HOPEinAction
🌟 October is Positive Attitude Month! 🌟
At APS, we believe that a positive mindset can transform classrooms, relationships, and futures. 💡 Whether it’s tackling a tough assignment, building new friendships, or bouncing back from setbacks – a positive attitude makes all the difference.
That’s where the APS HOPE Team comes in. 💛
We’re here to support students every step of the way – with encouragement, guidance, and resources that promote mental wellness, kindness, and resilience. Because when students feel supported, they shine. ✨
💬 Need someone to talk to?
💡 Want help building a stronger, more positive mindset?
🌱 Looking for tools to lift others up, too?
Reach out to the HOPE Team – we’ve got your back!
You can reach our HOPE Team by calling or texting (575) 430-0191 or email: HOPE@alamogordoschools.org.
#PositiveAttitudeMonth #HOPETeam #StudentSupport #MentalWellness #ChoosePositivity
At APS, we believe that a positive mindset can transform classrooms, relationships, and futures. 💡 Whether it’s tackling a tough assignment, building new friendships, or bouncing back from setbacks – a positive attitude makes all the difference.
That’s where the APS HOPE Team comes in. 💛
We’re here to support students every step of the way – with encouragement, guidance, and resources that promote mental wellness, kindness, and resilience. Because when students feel supported, they shine. ✨
💬 Need someone to talk to?
💡 Want help building a stronger, more positive mindset?
🌱 Looking for tools to lift others up, too?
Reach out to the HOPE Team – we’ve got your back!
You can reach our HOPE Team by calling or texting (575) 430-0191 or email: HOPE@alamogordoschools.org.
#PositiveAttitudeMonth #HOPETeam #StudentSupport #MentalWellness #ChoosePositivity
📣Calling all federally connected families!!
The 2025 Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available for completion. You can make a difference and ensure that our school district receives our fair share of federal funds by completing a survey for each of your students in the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
Learn more at: https://www.alamogordoschools.org/page/impact-aid-student-parent-survey
The 2025 Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available for completion. You can make a difference and ensure that our school district receives our fair share of federal funds by completing a survey for each of your students in the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
Learn more at: https://www.alamogordoschools.org/page/impact-aid-student-parent-survey
Join us on Wednesday, October 15th, for a district/community-wide Pink Out in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 💗
Mark your calendars and wear pink on the 15th to show your support for the fighters, admire the survivors, and honor the lost.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #PinkOut #CancerAwareness
Mark your calendars and wear pink on the 15th to show your support for the fighters, admire the survivors, and honor the lost.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #PinkOut #CancerAwareness
Help students to believe in their ability to succeed.📖
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💻🆕Stay informed with APS, check out this month's Community Newsletter.📰
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Take this important survey today!📱
The Framework for the Future (strategic plan) survey deadline has been extended to Monday, Oct 6th. Your feedback matters. Click the link below, and please take ten minutes to share your valuable insight. 💻
#Survey #RiseUpAlamo #BeHereAlamo
The Framework for the Future (strategic plan) survey deadline has been extended to Monday, Oct 6th. Your feedback matters. Click the link below, and please take ten minutes to share your valuable insight. 💻
#Survey #RiseUpAlamo #BeHereAlamo
🧦✨ It’s Socktober – and we’re collecting new socks all month long to support students in need across our district!
Did you know that socks are one of the most requested, but least donated items for people experiencing hardship? Let’s change that – one pair at a time. 💛We are leading this effort to bring comfort and care to our students, and we’re inviting schools and community members to join in!
📍 Look for collection boxes at every APS school and locations throughout the community.
🧦 All donations go directly to students who need them most.
🎯 Goal: Warm feet, full hearts, and a stronger, more connected community.
Let’s make this the coziest and kindest Socktober yet! 🧦💛
For more information on how you can help, please contact Family Engagement Coordinator, Monica Steeby at (575) 430-8177 or Monica.Steeby@alamogordoschools.org
Did you know that socks are one of the most requested, but least donated items for people experiencing hardship? Let’s change that – one pair at a time. 💛We are leading this effort to bring comfort and care to our students, and we’re inviting schools and community members to join in!
📍 Look for collection boxes at every APS school and locations throughout the community.
🧦 All donations go directly to students who need them most.
🎯 Goal: Warm feet, full hearts, and a stronger, more connected community.
Let’s make this the coziest and kindest Socktober yet! 🧦💛
For more information on how you can help, please contact Family Engagement Coordinator, Monica Steeby at (575) 430-8177 or Monica.Steeby@alamogordoschools.org
Join us for the APS Wellness Meeting on Friday, October 3rd at 2:30 p.m. to learn about Alamogordo Public Schools HOPE Team and the amazing support services they offer, as well as other wellness updates & discussion for this school year. 💻
📅When? Friday, October 3rd
⏰Time: 2:30 p.m.
📍Location: APS HUB 805 E 12th St. (Across from the Post Office)
Hope to see you there on Friday!
📅When? Friday, October 3rd
⏰Time: 2:30 p.m.
📍Location: APS HUB 805 E 12th St. (Across from the Post Office)
Hope to see you there on Friday!
Reminder! 📅
Don't forget to stop by the Riner Steinhoff Soccer Complex today (Oct 1st) at 2:30 p.m. for the Roadrunner Mobile Food Pantry! 🍊🥞
#RiseUpAlamo #BeHereAlamo
Don't forget to stop by the Riner Steinhoff Soccer Complex today (Oct 1st) at 2:30 p.m. for the Roadrunner Mobile Food Pantry! 🍊🥞
#RiseUpAlamo #BeHereAlamo
Promoting healthy hygiene habits promotes good attendance. 🪥
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🥕🥔Roadrunner Food Bank is hosting an upcoming Pop-Up Food Distribution, and they are looking for volunteers! They'll be distributing a large amount of fresh produce and pantry staples to Alamogordo-area families, and they need help to make it happen.
📅Not able to volunteer? Stop by and pick up fresh produce and pantry staples.
Event Details
📍Location: Otero County Fairgrounds, 401 Fairgrounds Rd, Alamogordo, NM 88310
📅Date: Saturday, September 27
💓Volunteer Check-in: 7:30 AM
🍈Distribution Time: 8:00 to 11:00 AM (or until food runs out)
Volunteer Roles Include:
Loading food into vehicles (drive-thru style), directing traffic, supporting event flow and safety with our team. No experience is needed, and all are welcome.
📝 Sign Up (it only takes 1 minute!): https://cerv.is/0256x1231
📅Not able to volunteer? Stop by and pick up fresh produce and pantry staples.
Event Details
📍Location: Otero County Fairgrounds, 401 Fairgrounds Rd, Alamogordo, NM 88310
📅Date: Saturday, September 27
💓Volunteer Check-in: 7:30 AM
🍈Distribution Time: 8:00 to 11:00 AM (or until food runs out)
Volunteer Roles Include:
Loading food into vehicles (drive-thru style), directing traffic, supporting event flow and safety with our team. No experience is needed, and all are welcome.
📝 Sign Up (it only takes 1 minute!): https://cerv.is/0256x1231