Mayor Tim Keller, City of Albuquerque | City of Albuquerque
As summer break concludes, the City of Albuquerque is offering resources to assist families in preparing for the upcoming school year. Several city departments have collaborated to provide backpacks, school supplies, and programs aimed at ensuring students have what they need for a successful academic year.
"Whether kids need backpacks, school supplies or a place to go after school, the City is ready to provide those necessary resources to families as they map out the new school year," stated Mayor Tim Keller. "Liz and I know how busy back-to-school season is, and for families who don’t have access to the supplies they need, we know it can be even more stressful."
The following events and programs are available:
**Resources Before School Starts:**
- **Cruzin Into The School Year:** Scheduled for Saturday, August 3rd from 10 am to 1 pm. Pre-registration is required and currently open. The Youth & Family Services (YFS) Department will distribute 3,000 backpacks and school supplies at Mesa Verde and West Mesa Community Centers.
- **Back to School Health Fair:** Set for Thursday, August 1st from 10 am to 1 pm. This event includes a school supply giveaway, mobile clothing bank, and BCBS Mobile Health Van at Los Griegos Health & Social Service Center.
**School Year Youth Programs:**
- **Community Center Programs:** Out-of-school time programs available at 18 community centers across the city with transportation provided from various nearby schools.
- **Multi-Generation Center Programs:** Affordable before and after-school programs offered at all three multigenerational centers.
- **Play + at APS School Sites:** Onsite before and after-school programs located at various APS elementary schools during the academic year.
"As a mom and a former teacher, I know how important it is to start the school year on the right foot," said department director Kata Sandoval. "We are doing all we can to provide resources and support students so they can focus on learning as they get back into the classrooms."
