Desert Star Elementary

Good afternoon, APS Families, Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate the ongoing inclement weather. Due to potentially hazardous road conditions tomorrow morning, Friday, January 10, all APS schools will operate on a 2-hour delay. The early release schedule will NOT change. We encourage everyone to stay safe and warm. If conditions worsen, we will provide updates through our usual communication channels. Thank you for your continued support. We encourage everyone to stay safe and warm. If conditions worsen, we will provide updates through our usual communication channels. Thank you for your continued support.

about 14 hours ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

2-hour delay for all APS schools, 1/10/25

Good morning APS families, Due to the ongoing inclement weather and forecast, and to help ensure safe travel, students will be dismissed early today, and all evening activities canceled. Elementary Schools at 1:30 pm Middle Schools at 2:10 pm High School at 2:40 pm We will continue to monitor road conditions for safe bus transportation and update you on any changes. Thank you

about 18 hours ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

❄️APS Families, We’re closely monitoring the weather forecast for this week and will notify you of any changes through our usual channels. If you are not receiving district notifications, please log into PowerSchool and make sure your contact information is up to date and notifications are turned on. 🥶As temperatures begin to drop be prepared. Wearing layers, a hat, a winter coat, and gloves can help. If your child does not have winter clothing and you need help please call our H.O.P.E. team at 575-430-0191. Here are some additional tips: ✅Avoid standing in the cold. ✅Drive your child to school if possible. ✅Have them wait in your car until the bus arrives. 🚌 If you have questions about your student’s bus route and whether it is running on time, please log into your My Ride K-12 app or call Let's Talk at 575-812-8573. #WinterWeatherReady #Allin4OurKids #herforthekids

2 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

chart describing how to dress in cold weather

📣Reminder! Students return from Winter break tomorrow. Please use caution as you drive through school zones and encounter 🚌 school buses in the mornings and afternoons. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe. #Allin4OurKids

3 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

📣Notice! Please be aware that in honor of the passing of President Carter, the White House has appointed January 9, 2025 as a National Day of Mourning. Per Executive Order, Executive Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government will not be reporting to work on that day, but schools will be in session on the base and throughout the APS District. 🎒 To learn more about our 39th President's life and accomplishments, read the Proclamation Announcing the Death of James Earl Carter, Jr released on December 29th, 2024. https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/12/29/proclamation-announcing-the-death-of-james-earl-carter-jr/ #Allin4OurKids #HerefortheKids

4 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

📖This winter break, don't forget about the APS Little Neighborhood Library! 📚 It's a great place to grab a book for your winter break reading adventures or share a book for other community members to enjoy. This holiday season help APS spread the joy of reading with our Little Neighborhood Library located next to the APS HUB Club (across from the Post Office). 🎄 Share your winter break reading adventures in the comment section below! 📖 #Allin4ourkids #HerefortheKids #WinterBreakReading #APSNeighborhoodLibrary

15 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

☃️❄️ From our APS family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!🎄 #Allin4OurKids #HerefortheKids #WinterBreak #Holidays

16 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

Alamogordo Public Schools may be on winter break, but the H.O.P.E. team is still here for you! 💛 If you need a safe space to talk, call or text 575-430-0191 or email HOPE@alamogordoschools.org. 🥰 #Allin4OurKids #hereforthekids

18 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

❄️Holiday wishes from Acting Superintendent Michael Crabtree and Alamogordo Public Schools! 🎄☃️ 🔗https://5il.co/33v3r #Allin4OurKids #Christmas #Holidays

21 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

Holiday wishes from Acting Superintendent Michel Crabtree

📣📣TOMORROW, TOMORROW, TOMORROW!!! 💫 APS Student Nutrition will distribute Winter Break Meals at Alamogordo High School tomorrow, Saturday, December 21st, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please enter on Tiger Drive, off 1st St. 👶🧒 Meals are for all children ages 1–18. The child does not need to be present. Each child will receive 10 breakfasts and 10 lunches. These are stable, snack-like, five-component meals. 🎒👜🥯 🔗https://www.facebook.com/events/503936789327820/ #Allin4OurKids #HerefortheKids

21 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

Winter Break Drive-Thru Meal Distribution December 21st at AHS from 10 a.m. –1 p.m.

🎄❄️Tomorrow is the last date to donate to our Glove & Hat Drive! Please help us spread joy this holiday season!🌨️ 💗 Donations will be distributed to displaced students and families in need throughout the cold months. 🧤 Donations can be dropped off at any Alamogordo Public Schools site, at the APS Administrative Building (1211 Hawaii Ave), at the HUB (805 12th St.), Otero Federal Credit Union, or at First American Bank NM. 🎄 #Allin4OurKids #HerefortheKids

22 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

#BeHereAlamo Ask a student how they feel about going to school. 📖 #BeHereNM #Allin4OurKids

23 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

🎄❄️This holiday season, help us spread joy with our Warm Winter Glove & Hat Drive!🌨️ 💗 We are collecting new gloves & hats to help keep our community stay warm this season. Donations will be distributed to displaced students and families in need throughout the cold months. 🧤 Donations can be dropped off at any Alamogordo Public Schools site, at the APS Administrative Building (1211 Hawaii Ave), at the HUB (805 12th St.), Otero Federal Credit Union, or at First American Bank NM. 🎄Thank you for your support! 💗 #Allin4OurKids #HerefortheKids

28 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

❄️ Alamogordo Public Schools and the Special Education Department invite you to participate in collecting new books and pajamas to benefit COPE Center of Protective Environment of Alamogordo. 📚👖👕 📦Boxes will be available in the Administration Building (1211 Hawaii Ave) and other locations from December 2 to December 13, 2024. COPE is also in need of new batteries, pet supplies, pillows, towels, and laundry detergent. Monetary donations can be made out to Center of Protective Environment of Alamogordo.💗💗 #hereforthekids #allin4ourkids #GiveAlamogordo #domesticviolenceawareness

30 days ago, Alamogordo Public Schools

APS and SPED are collecting books and pijamas . Last day to donate will be on Friday, December 13

#BeHereAlamo 🧤🌲As we celebrate the holiday season and battle the inevitable cold and flu season, we want to emphasize the crucial role that 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. 🔗https://www.alamogordoschools.org/page/attendance #BeHereNM #AttendanceMatters #Allin4OurKids