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The UNM Dance Program and Friends of UNM Dance are hosting a Day of Dance Saturday, Oct. 24th, 2026, starting at 9:30am, filled with Masterclasses with, Nicosia M’bewe Escobar, Ph.D., emeritus Eva Encinias, and guest faculty Armando Tovar, Erika Pujic, and Carl Landa, and will culminate in the UNM Student Choreography Showcase, Resonance, at 7:30pm. […]
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Dear PAPA Families, Students, and Staff, Picture Day is almost here! Student photos will be taken on Monday, August 10, 2026, the third day of school. Throughout the school day, students will be escorted with their classmates to have their school photographs taken. These photographs will be used for: Student ID cards The 2026–2027 school yearbook School […]
Hello PAPA families, We’re thrilled to kick off a year full of promise, passion, and possibility! This year, we are embracing our theme: Perform with Purpose — Consistent, Intentional, and Respectful. Together, we are raising the bar in everything we do. Our school is more than a place to learn; it is a stage for […]
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PTSO is selling flower bouquets for the performers at the Spring Dance Concert! https://papa-parent-teacher-student-organization.square.site/ Congratulate your performer with a gorgeous, fresh flower bouquet. Simply indicate what night you or your family member would like to purchase a bouquet, and you can pick them up at the National Hispanic Cultural Center at that performance. A limited number of bouquets […]
The Public Academy for Performing Arts Governing Council is seeking to fill future vacancies. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a letter of interest that details why you are interested in serving on the Governing Council as well as background information and skills that you feel are relevant to the needs of the Public Academy […]
Please click the picture below for detailed information regarding the 8th grade promotion celebration event!
Tickets for Spring Dance Concert 2026 will go on sale Friday, February 13, 2026 on the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) website: https://my.nmculture.org/overview/53633 Ticket prices will be $10, $20, and $30. Please note that beginning students will perform in only one show. It is important to purchase tickets for the correct performance date, as each show features […]
We are now accepting nominations for the Dayana Diaz Award. Staff, students, or community members can nominate students for this award. A committee assigned by administration will determine the award recipients. In addition to serving as a student ambassador in at least one PAPA event during the school year, the recipient of this award […]