By Michael Zwiebach, Correspondent | San Francisco Chronicle West Edge Opera unveiled another triumphant world premiere, opening its season with Nicolás Lell Benavides (Albuquerque Academy Class of 2006) and Marella Martin Koch’s opera “Dolores.” Telling the story of a pivotal year in the life of labor activist Dolores Huerta, the show is dramatically tight and […]
Chargers Athletics Named #13 in MaxPreps National Ranking
Following a banner school year in which the Academy Chargers won a record 10 state championships, the school’s athletic program was named #13 in the U.S. in MaxPreps’ annual ranking. “I’m always proud of our students and coaches — not because they win, but because of how they practice, how they play, and the dedication […]
La Cueva and Academy win Director’s Cup awards
La Cueva was the recipient of the 2024-25 Director’s Cup for Class 5A, the competition for the top performing schools from the last school year. The Cup is given each year to the top member schools of the New Mexico Activities Association, and the standings are based on athletics, activities and sportsmanship. La Cueva won […]
The Americans with Disabilities Act changed my life. Now my generation needs to fight for it.
By Rachel Kolb ’08 | Guest Contributor When the Americans With Disabilities Act was signed into law on this day in July 1990, my parents didn’t yet know how much the landmark civil rights law would soon shape my life — and theirs. I was born profoundly deaf, but my parents didn’t even know this […]
Kathy Brion Receives Track Coaching Recognition
Kathy Brion has been named New Mexico’s Track & Field Girls Coach of the Year. The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association honored one girls coach and one boys coach from all 50 states for their success during the 2025 season. The committee making selections considered team score and placement at the […]
Spring Sports Honors
Congratulations to the dozens of Chargers who earned individual recognition during the spring sports season. BASEBALL All State First Team 4A Player of the Year Matt Delaney ’25, pitcher and infield All State Second Team Andrew Olson ’25, outfield Ryan Williams ’26, infield All State Honorable Mention EJ Gallardo ’25, pitcher All District First Team [...]
Academy Commencement Makes National Headlines
Comedian and late-night TV host Seth Meyers has brought widespread attention to the 2025 Academy commencement, where his wife, 2002 alum Alexi Ashe Meyers, gave an inspiring alumni address while comforting their daughter. Seth praised Alexi’s performance – her speech as well as the “nonstop balancing act” that parenthood requires – on his Instagram account […]
Chargers Finish Strong at National Speech & Debate Event
The Academy Speech and Debate team had an outstanding showing at the 2025 NSDA National Championship in Des Moines, Iowa, June 15-20. Eleven Chargers participated. Anagha Devarakonda ’26 placed 29th out of 1,100 initial entries in Extemporaneous Debate, putting her in the top 2-3% nationwide for that event. Aarush Tutiki ’26 advanced from preliminary rounds [...]
Speech & Debate Coach Earns National Honor
Speech & Debate Coach Elise Matton ’10 was awarded a 2025 District Leader Commendation from the National Speech & Debate Association. One of five award winners nationwide, recipients are nominated by their district chairs “for going above and beyond in their district.” There are 111 NSDA districts.
Racquet Center Named a USTA Outstanding Facility
The Albuquerque Academy Racquet Center has been named a 2025 USTA Outstanding Facility by the United States Tennis Association. This award recognizes the Racquet Center as an exemplary tennis venue that demonstrates a commitment to the growth and development of tennis in the community. The awards ceremony will be held at the US Open in […]
