
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025...Girls Volleyball Practice has been cancelled for today!


If so, download the My Ride K-12 Bus Rider App! This app provides quick access to your student's routing information, which can include the bus stop, route, and bus number. The app also utilizes GPS data to give you access to information on where your student's school bus is and its expected arrival time at their scheduled bus stop.
Apple App Store (iOS)
πhttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/my-ride-k-12/id6443848115
Google Play Store (Android)
πhttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tylertech.myridek12


You can report your studentβs absences/tardies by calling Let's Talk! at 575-812-8573.
π The APS Letβs Talk team is available MonβFri, 7:30 a.m.β4:30 p.m. to:
βοΈ Answer your questions
βοΈ Help with PowerSchool password resets
βοΈ Connect you with APS staff
βοΈShare important resources
βοΈMuch more!!!
π¬ Need help after hours? Our Letβs Talk Chatbot is available 24/7 to answer frequently asked questions.
Call, chat, or text. Let's Talk!
πhttps://www.alamogordoschools.org/o/aps/page/contact
π±(575) 812-8573


π’Important Notice from the Otero County Health Office!π§ββοΈ
πDue to the recent power outage, some vaccines may not be available. For families planning to use the OCHO Walk-In Clinic for vaccinations on Friday, 8-15-25, please call in the morning to see if the vaccines you need will be available. π©Ί
Otero County Health Office
1207 E. 8th St.
Alamogordo, NM
575-437-9340


Congratulations!


Alamogordo Public Schools utilizes 3 crisis commands district-wide.
Below is a simple chart that describes the actions and examples of when that command is utilized. π
During the first four weeks of school, each school conducts a drill each week, including a shelter-in-place drill that includes preparations to respond to an active shooter (lockdown), an evacuation drill, and a fire drill.
View the PDF version here: https://5il.co/2qney


Please be aware that starting tomorrow, Tuesday, August 12, there will be adjustments to the morning pick-up schedule for school buses 104, 107, 112, 124, and 127 to help ensure students arrive at school on time.
Please check the My Ride K-12 Bus Rider App for updated pick-up times.
If your student rides one of these buses and you do not see the update in the app, please call 812-6017 for assistance.
Note: Buses 104, 107, 112, 124, and 127 will arrive 3β10 minutes earlier than their previous scheduled pick-up time.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to improve bus schedules.
π±Download the app: https://www.alamogordoschools.org/page/transportation


All students have early dismissal on Fridays. ποΈPlease note that this year's early dismissal times are different from last year's. π
πPlease refer to the Student School Day schedule below for Friday dismissal times. π
#BeHereAlamo #HerefortheKids


MVMS Jag Families,
Volleyball Tryouts will be starting on 8/11/25 until 8/12/25 from 4-5:30 pm.
All students trying out must have a complete Healthy Roster including an updated physical and concussion protocol completed.
Football practice on August 11, 2025 from 4:00-5:45 pm.
Only 7th and 8th graders are allowed to go out.
Middle School Football students trying out must have an updated Healthy Roster including an updated physical and concussion protocol completed.


The HOPE Team is thrilled to see our students back and ready for an amazing school year! We're here to support and empower students and families academically, socially, and emotionally, and help connect you with the resources you need to thrive β both in school and in life.
Hereβs how we can help:
β Outreach to remove barriers to education
β Support with transitioning back into school
β Suicide prevention & awareness
β Referrals for food, housing & essential resources
β Connection to mental health providers
No matter what challenges youβre facing, you are not alone. The HOPE Team is here for you β every step of the way. πͺ
Contact Us:
βοΈCall or Text: 575-430-0191
π§ Email: HOPE@alamogordoschools.org
π πhttps://www.alamogordoschools.org/page/hope
#RiseUpAlamo #BeHereAlamo #BeHereNM #HOPETeam #WelcomeBack #StudentSupport #WeAreHereForYou #MentalHealthMatters #CommunityResources #EmpowerEducateInspire

Student Drop Off- Please do not bring your student to school before 8:00am
Bus Riders- Students will exit the bus and go into the building for breakfast.
Late arrivals- Please ring the doorbell at the front entrance of the building.
Breakfast will be served from 8am-8:30am in the cafeteria.


Let's have a fantastic school year! ππ


Let's have a great school year! π


πTomorrow (August 6) is the 1st day of school for K, 6th & 9th grade! π₯³ππ
All other grades start on Thursday, August 7th. We are so excited to welcome our students!!!
Make sure to share your 1st day of school photos with us!!! Use #BeHereAlamo to share your photos or post them in the comments section. π±πΈ


π Weβve missed you, Jaguars!
We canβt wait to see you tonight at Open House β itβs going to be a great evening! ππ


Drivers, please use caution as you drive through school zones and encounter π school buses in the mornings and afternoons. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe.π
πΈ Walk, scoot, bike, and drive safely! π




If you haven't already, please contact the APS Transportation Department at (575) 812-6017 to register your student to ride the bus and obtain their bus schedule. ππΈ
