AIMS CHARTER (Revised October 1, 2009) See our new and improved Charter! PDF »
» AIMS@UNM Spring Open House The AIMS@UNM Spring Open House will be held on March 11, 2010, from 4:30 to 6:30pm
» 2010-2011 Application Now Available Download the 2010-2011 Application Form (PDF | MS-Word)
» STUDY: AIMS Outperforms Regular Public Schools AIMS is one of only six charter schools in New Mexico outperforming regular public schools. Read the NM Public Education Department's news release: PDF
» Status Report 2009-2010 Read the latest AIMS Status Report: PDF
» Parents@AIMS Meetings Parents@AIMS meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at 7:00pm at AIMS.
» School Supply List You can get a copy of the school supply list here.
» Open Board Meetings The Board of Trustees of AIMS@UNM have regularly scheduled open meetings the first Thursday of each month, at 10:30am. Location is 933 Bradbury SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106.
WELCOME The Albuquerque Institute for Mathematics and Science is a public charter high school located in part on the University of New Mexico campus. AIMS@UNM seeks a diverse student population and provides a rigorous academic curriculum that rivals the best programs in the country. Students at AIMS@UNM will enroll concurrently at the University of New Mexico during their junior year, and begin working on their college education while earning their high school diploma.
Instruction at AIMS is: • Project-based Learning • Multidisciplinary • Math and Science Focused Delivery of the Curriculum Utilizes: • Socratic Practice • Team and Individual Rigor • Concurrent enrollment • Internships and Mentorships • Close Linkage to Community
MISSION STATEMENT Albuquerque Institute for Mathematics and Science at UNM is prepared to provide an extraordinary education to high AIMS@UNM students in the Albuquerque metropolitan area who are interested in pursuing careers requiring advanced math, science, and technology skills. AIMS@UNM will educate an intellectually single minded blend of culturally, ethnically and economically diverse students in a culture of rigor and strength of fortitude, preparing them for early college entrance; driven by motivation, fueled by innovation and guided by a spirit of public service. It will prepare its graduates for post-secondary education, gainful employment, and leadership in New Mexico’s high technology industry.
To that end, Albuquerque Institute for Mathematics and Science at UNM provides:
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Small learning communities
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Rigorous curriculum
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Integration of state-of-the-art technology with academics
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Adult world connection
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Common intellectual mission
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Performance-based assessments
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Innovative qualified instructors
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Relevant staff development
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Collaborative planning for instructors
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Collaboration with community partners
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Dual Enrollment with a major university
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Our "aim" is to create a culture of curiosity through critical thinking, collaboration, and hands-on technical training to prepare all students for successful college careers.
We are achieving this mission for our economically and ethnically diverse students by offering significant personal attention and support, a rigorous curriculum, and cutting edge technology.
AIMS CHARTER (Revised October 1, 2009) See our new and improved Charter! PDF »
AIMS' PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE... Look how far we've come! Several years ago our Director addressed the board with her recommendations. Go down memory lane with us! Then see how far we've come with her comments on the current status of AIMS in red. Read the 2006-2007 AIMS Status Report (PDF). The future is bright! Read the 2009-2010 AIMS Status Report (PDF) »
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