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Swine Flu Precautions

The following actions have or will be taken by the Alamogordo Public School District to prevent Swine Flu.

Beginning on Monday, April 27

Nationwide conference call with Center for Disease Control (CDC) with recommendations for schools.
Provideded information to all APS employees regarding Swine Flu

Beginning on Tuesday, April 28

School Nurse Update - implemented recommendations from public health. To include but not limited to

Referring Students with temp of 100 degrees or higher plus a cough or sore throat for further evaluation to their physician or ER.
Place a mask on students with above symptoms, if coughing frequently, while waiting for parents to pick up from school.
Prevention classes regarding hand washing, proper hygiene when coughing and sneezing.

ODC conference calls with updated information and recommendations.
Ongoing communication with the Otero County Health Office and the GCRMC infection control
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Alamogordo Students and Families Becoming First In Math® in New Mexico
APS Students Solve More Than 1,000,000 Math Problems
ALAMOGORDO, NM—Alamogordo students are participating in FIRST IN MATH® ONLINE, an innovative approach to mathematics education that gets students excited about and proficient in mathematics. "The First In Math Online Program presents fundamental math skills in an engaging format on the internet. We are very excited that we are able to make it possible for so many of our students to have access to the program this year," says Dr. Jan Hunter, Director of Curriculum and Instruction for the Alamogordo Public Schools.
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You can also read more at
First In Math - News and Notes

1979 Class Reunion

The class of 1979 will have their 30th reunion September 4-6, 2009. To RSVP to the event and view ongoing updates and additional information, please register (free) at classmates.com. Contact Greg Churchman at spinman_1@comcast.net with questions.

What are the liability issues for employees?
It has been brought to the attention of administration that APS employees are concerned about the existence of liability coverage within the scope of their job duties. The APS Board Policy 5.37.1 addresses this issue and offers you reassurance.
BOE Policy 5.37.1
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APS HIGHLIGHTS - THE VALUE OF SPORTS
By Lawrence Johnson, Director of Athletics

What is the impact of sports? One might ask, how do sports benefit the educational process? Sports promote citizenship and sportsmanship. Lifelong lessons are enhanced as athletes learn the value of teamwork and self-discipline. Sports are an extension of the educational program as evidenced in higher grade point averages, higher attendance rates, lower dropout rates and fewer discipline problems.