ALBUQUERQUE HIGH SCHOOL BULLDOG BAND BOOSTERS

What ALBUQUERQUE HIGH SCHOOL BULLDOG BAND BOOSTERS does

Albuquerque High School Bulldog Band Boosters is a school-affiliated parent/volunteer support organization associated with Albuquerque High School, a public comprehensive high school (grades 9-12) operating within the Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) district at 800 Odelia Rd. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The school traces its history to 1909, evidenced by the La Reata yearbook archive, and serves as a Community School offering integrated academic instruction, college and career counseling, dual credit pathways through CNM and UNM, an AVID college-readiness program, a Spanish Embassy-recognized bilingual program, and an Army JROTC program dating to 1942/1966. Ancillary student services include an on-campus UNMH School-Based Health Center (mental health, primary care, reproductive health), an in-house library of 20,000+ titles, free breakfast and lunch for all students, and extracurriculars spanning athletics, DECA, honor societies, yearbook, and theater.

The school's technology stack is conventional public-sector: ParentVUE/StudentVUE for grade/attendance tracking, Follett Destiny for library management, ClassLink for single sign-on, DragonFly for athletics eligibility, Parchment for transcript ordering, GoGuardian for device monitoring, Remind for school messaging, and Brainfuse for online tutoring. No proprietary AI/ML or custom platform is built — all systems are vendor-supplied. The booster organization's underlying technology footprint is not separately documented.

Revenue mechanics for the broader school are public-funding driven (APS district allocation, state education funding, federal Title I), with no tuition charged to students. Ancillary fee streams include summer school at $250 per half credit hour, eCADEMY online credit recovery at $25 per semester, and yearbook sales at $75. The booster entity itself operates as a parent fundraising body with approximately 6 listed personnel, generating revenue through membership dues, concessions, and event proceeds tied exclusively to the school's band program. Customer segments are students (grades 9-12), families/parents, English language learners, college-bound students, and students requiring academic/social-emotional support — all confined to the school's attendance area.

Name

ALBUQUERQUE HIGH SCHOOL BULLDOG BAND BOOSTERS

Legal name

Albuquerque Public Schools

Website

https://albuquerquehigh.aps.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1909

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Albuquerque High School Bulldog Band Boosters is a parent volunteer support organization affiliated with Albuquerque High School, a public grades 9-12 school within Albuquerque Public Schools, New Mexico. The booster sustains the school's band program through fundraising and operates within a single-campus, Title I-funded public school context.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD)

Keywords

• Public secondary education
• College readiness programs
• Bilingual education services
• Extracurricular athletics
• Student support services

Headquarters

HQ city

Albuquerque

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Public School Funding: Funded through Albuquerque Public Schools district allocation, state education funding, and federal Title I resources. No direct tuition charged to students.
2. Fee-based Programs: Summer school at $250 per half credit hour; eCADEMY credit recovery at $25 per semester; yearbook sales at $75

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Albuquerque High School is a public high school (grades 9–12) within the Albuquerque Public Schools district, providing comprehensive academic instruction, college and career readiness support, bilingual education, dual-credit courses with CNM and UNM, and on-site health services through the UNMH School-Based Health Center. The school also delivers extracurricular programming including athletics, JROTC, DECA, theater, clubs, tutoring, and credit recovery, while integrating student information and library systems such as ParentVUE/StudentVUE and Follett Destiny.

Product overview

Albuquerque High School is a public high school offering a comprehensive educational program for grades 9-12 within Albuquerque Public Schools. The school provides a diverse portfolio of academic programs including core academics, dual credit opportunities with CNM and UNM, AVID college preparation, bilingual education, and JROTC. Student support services include academic counseling, college/career readiness, health services via on-campus UNMH clinic, library services with extensive physical and digital collections, and credit recovery options. The school also offers extensive extracurricular programming through athletics, clubs, DECA, theater, and honor societies. Technology integration includes ParentVUE/StudentVUE for parent-student access, DragonFly for athletics management, Parchment for transcripts, and ClassLink for single sign-on. The school operates under Title I status with various community school partnerships supporting student success.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Academic Counseling Services Comprehensive school counseling program addressing academic planning, transcript reviews, graduation credit checks, pre-registration, standardized test preparation (SAT, ACT, SBA), and college application support for AHS students in grades 9-12.
• College and Career Readiness Program Services including financial aid assistance (FAFSA, CSS Profile), college application support, college visits, dual enrollment coordination, scholarship matching, work permits, and career exploration resources for AHS students and families.
• Dual Credit Program Partnership with Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) and the University of New Mexico (UNM) allowing students in grades 10–12 to earn both college and high school credits simultaneously, with tuition, fees, and textbooks covered by APS (except a $100 student fee for UNM online courses).
• AHS Library Services Physical and digital library providing access to over 20,000 books, Spanish-language materials, manga/anime collection, La Reata yearbooks dating from 1909 to present, e-books, Gale Virtual Reference Library, Britannica, Brainfuse tutoring, and 30 computer stations for student use.
• Health Office Services School nursing services including first aid, medication administration, health screenings, immunization tracking, medical condition management (diabetes, asthma, seizures, allergies), and student health counseling.
• UNMH School-Based Health Center On-campus medical clinic operated by UNM Medical Group offering wellness visits, sports physicals, confidential reproductive health services, mental health visits, and case management regardless of insurance or immigration status. Open Monday–Friday 7:45 AM – 3:45 PM.
• AVID Program Advancement Via Individual Determination program supporting first-generation college students with writing, inquiry, collaboration, reading, and organization skills. Includes tutorials, college visits, and career exploration activities.
• Bilingual Education Program Dual language and English Language Learning program serving ESL learners, native Spanish speakers, and heritage language learners. Includes Spanish Language Arts, Mexican American Studies, and cultural programs like Mariachi and Baile Folklorico, leading to a state-recognized Bilingual Seal.
• Army JROTC Program Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program developing citizenship, leadership, discipline, and life skills. Provides uniforms, books, and equipment at no cost; no military commitment required. Led by retired Army instructors certified by the Army.
• DECA Program Association of Marketing Students preparing students for business careers. Offers up to 6 college credits, economics/government credit, up to 19.5 elective credits, and National Honors Awards; three years yields 6 CNM credits.
• Early Warning System (EWS) Student support team identifying and assisting high-risk students struggling with academics, attendance, or behavior. Coordinates interventions and connects families with district support services.
• Athletics Programs Comprehensive athletic program offering fall sports (cheer, cross country, dance, football, golf, soccer, volleyball), winter sports (basketball, powerlifting, swimming, wrestling), and spring sports (baseball, golf, softball, tennis, track & field).
• Tutoring Services Multiple tutoring options including AHS LIFT at Library (Mon/Wed/Fri 7:30–8:30am), ENLANCE at Family Center (virtual & in-person Tue–Fri 1–5pm), UNM CAPS virtual tutoring, and CNM TLCc tutoring.
• Credit Recovery Programs Credit recovery pathways including eCADEMY online ($25/semester), APS Summer School (in-person and online at $250 per half credit hour), and After School Recovery Classes. Students can take up to 4 classes during summer school.
• Yearbook Program Student-produced yearbook documenting school year events. Orders accepted at yearbookordercenter.com with school code 6338; 2025 yearbook cost is $75.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free meals provided to all APS students with no meal applications required
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• U.S. Army JROTCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1966AHS JROTC has operated since 1966 as an official program (first military course January 1942, National Defense Corps 1946). The program provides citizenship training, leadership development, and character building. Cadets do not require military commitment. Uniforms, books, and equipment provided free. Instructors are retired Army personnel certified by the Army but hired by the school.
• UNM Medical Group (UNMH School-Based Health Center)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe UNMH School-Based Health Center operates on campus providing primary health care, mental health services, sexual and reproductive health care, case management, and wellness visits. The clinic is open Monday-Friday 7:45 AM - 3:45 PM and serves all APS students regardless of insurance or immigration status. Staff includes Nurse Practitioner Emily Griffin, Therapists Patty Pesantez and Michelle Ball, and Nurse Eric Nevarez.
• Central New Mexico Community College (CNM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCNM provides dual credit opportunities for AHS students in grades 10, 11, and 12. Students can take college courses and earn both high school elective credit and college credit simultaneously. Tuition, fees, and textbooks are paid by the district. Classes meet 3 hours per week per credit with 3 credit classes earning 1 full high school elective credit.
• University of New Mexico (UNM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNM offers dual credit for AHS students in grades 11 and 12. Tuition and fees are covered; textbooks provided; however, online courses at UNM carry a $100 student fee. Students can earn college and high school elective credit simultaneously with grades counting toward high school GPA.
• El Centro de la Raza (UNM)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNM service providing educational rights information for undocumented students. Available to all students and parents regardless of college choice. Contact: Mesa Vista Hall 1148, Albuquerque, NM 87131, Phone: (505) 277-5020. Staff includes Armando Bustamante (Student Programs Specialist), Rosa Isela Cervantes (Director), and Yesenia Ruiz.
• New Mexico Educational Assistance Foundation (NMEAF)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNMEAF provides financial aid support and assistance for students completing FAFSA. Offers virtual appointments and additional information on their website. Contact: [email protected] for appointment scheduling.
• Campus Crime StoppersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnonymous tip program allowing students, parents, and community members to report drugs, vape, violence, weapons, vandalism, and gang activity. Tips can be submitted via phone at (505) 843-STOP (7867) or online at p3tips.com tip form.
• Spanish Embassy / American Association of Teachers of Spanish and PortuguesecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe National Spanish Honor Society was founded by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese in 1953. AHS houses the 'Barelas' chapter named in honor of the oldest Albuquerque neighborhood. Society motto is 'Todos juntos' (All together) with red and gold colors.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Highland High School (APS): Another long-established APS public high school in Albuquerque serving grades 9-12 within the same district and funding framework, making it the closest comparable for student demographics, Title I exposure and program mix.
• Atrisco Heritage Academy (APS): APS public high school with a similar Title I-style population and Community Schools orientation on the west side of Albuquerque, competing for the same southwest Albuquerque student base.
• La Cueva High School (APS): Large APS comprehensive public high school in northeast Albuquerque offering similar college-prep, athletics and extracurricular programs within the same district operating model.
• Eldorado High School (APS): APS public high school in the northeast Albuquerque/Journal Center area with comparable grades 9-12 enrollment, athletics, JROTC-style extracurriculars and APS district funding structure.
• Del Norte High School (APS): APS public high school serving the northwest Albuquerque/North Valley area with similar comprehensive programming, athletics and district-funded support services.
• Manzano High School (APS): APS public high school in the southeast Albuquerque foothills serving a comparable grades 9-12 population with similar dual credit and extracurricular offerings under the same district.
• Cibola High School (APS): APS public high school in the Albuquerque West Mesa area offering comparable athletics, JROTC, dual credit and bilingual services within the same district funding framework.
• Career Enrichment Center & Early College Academy (APS): APS early college / career-focused high school offering dual credit and career pathways that overlap directly with AHS's CNM/UNM dual credit and DECA programming.
• APS International High School: APS public high school with a distinct mission but operating in the same district, sharing AHS's bilingual/ELL population focus and competing for the same newcomer and English Language Learner students.

Emerging players

• nex+Gen Academy (APS): Smaller APS innovative high school emphasizing project-based learning and dual credit, representing an alternative public school model that competes with AHS for college-bound students in APS.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/APSExpectGreatThings
• Facebookfacebook.com/pages/Albuquerque-NM/Albuquerque-Public-Schools/129123666532

Compliance6 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

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