Atrisco Heritage Academy High School continued its efforts to help students and families prepare by hosting its annual Community Resource Fair on July 25 as the new school year nears.
The free event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at the Atrisco Heritage Family Center. It will bring together families, community organizations, and local partners to connect the participants with resources and services that support student success throughout the school year.
Attendees can visit booths hosted by local organizations, learn about available services, and receive school supplies while they last.
The Family Center is also seeking school supply donations to help meet the growing needs of the South Valley community. Over the past several years, the event has distributed over 500 school supply bags to local families. The Family Center is accepting donations until July 21. Donors can contribute backpacks, notebooks, pencils, folders, binders, crayons, glue sticks, scissors, tissues and other classroom essentials.
The Family Center likewise invites community organizations to participate in the event. Groups can host booths and share information about programs and services available to students and families.
Organizations interested in participating or donating school supplies can register through the Community Resource Fair registration form. They can contact the Atrisco Heritage Family Center at 505-243-1458 ext. 60168 or [email protected] for more information.
Teachers Gear Up for New School Year
Albuquerque Public School’s teachers, especially the new ones, are also intensifying their preparations for the upcoming school year. Through the New Teacher Academy Program, dozens of teachers honed and improved their skills this summer.
The APS initiative provides Level 1 teachers with hands-on professional learning to build confidence and strengthen instructional practices. It also prepares them for a successful year in the classroom.
The program supports educators from Pre-K through 12th grade across all content areas, including general education and special education. About 60 teachers participate each week. During the program, they receive compensation while learning, collaborating, and planning for the upcoming school year.
According to APS PAR Coordinator Stephanie Garcia, the academy has two primary goals. It aims to help teachers prepare for the school year and support teacher retention across the district.