Albuquerque Public Schools Seeks Input on 2027-2028 Calendar

District launches survey to gather community feedback on two proposed school year schedules.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Albuquerque Public Schools has opened a survey for community members to provide input on the 2027-2028 school year calendar. The district is considering two calendar options that were developed based on feedback from previous surveys. The survey is open until February 20, and the input gathered will be shared with district leadership and the APS Board of Education, who are expected to approve a calendar later this spring.

Why it matters

Albuquerque Public Schools is the largest school district in New Mexico, serving over 80,000 students. The annual school calendar has a significant impact on families, teachers, and the broader community, so gathering public feedback is an important part of the decision-making process.

The details

The two calendar options being considered for the 2027-2028 school year were developed based on feedback from previous community surveys. The district is seeking additional input on factors such as start and end dates, holiday schedules, and other calendar considerations.

  • The survey is open from February 9 to February 20, 2026.
  • The APS Board of Education is expected to approve a calendar for the 2027-2028 school year later this spring.

The players

Albuquerque Public Schools

The largest school district in New Mexico, serving over 80,000 students in the Albuquerque metropolitan area.

APS Board of Education

The governing body of Albuquerque Public Schools that is responsible for approving the district's school calendar.

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What’s next

The APS Board of Education will review the community feedback gathered through the survey and is expected to approve a calendar for the 2027-2028 school year later this spring.

The takeaway

By engaging the community in the calendar planning process, Albuquerque Public Schools is demonstrating a commitment to transparency and incorporating diverse perspectives into the decision-making that impacts thousands of students, families, and educators.