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Corrales International School

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Corrales International School

Corrales International School (CIS) is a tuition-free, multi-language (English, Spanish, Mandarin) charter school located in Albuquerque.

CIS is the first International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program (PYP) in NM to be awarded authorization. Offering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (K-5) and Middle Years Programme (6-10) in Albuquerque as well as dual enrollment at CNM for 11th and 12th grades.

08/31/2026

🍎 Meet Ms. Nara Olivas!

Ms. Olivas teaches fifth grade at Corrales and was inspired to become an educator by her late mother, whose passion for education helped her develop a lifelong love of books and learning.

One of her favorite parts of teaching at Corrales is seeing students bring their ideas to life through creative, student-driven projects displayed throughout the school. By the end of the year, she hopes every student feels confident communicating their ideas—whether through writing or speaking.

Here’s a fun fact about Ms. Olivas: Before becoming a teacher, she spent many years working in the hospitality industry, including restaurants and hotels!

We are proud to have Ms. Olivas inspiring our students to learn, create, and share their voices. 💚

08/03/2026

✨ The first day is here!

We’re excited to welcome our students and families to a new year at Corrales International School. Today marks the beginning of new friendships, meaningful discoveries, and countless opportunities to learn and grow together.

At CIS, students are known, supported, and encouraged to ask questions, explore new ideas, and become thoughtful members of their community and the world. 🌎📚

To our returning families, welcome back! To those joining CIS for the first time, we’re so glad you’re here. Thank you for trusting us to be part of your child’s educational journey.

Here’s to a joyful first day and an inspiring 2026–27 school year! 💙

07/21/2026

Future-Ready Learning 🚀

From dual enrollment opportunities to leadership and service learning, CIS helps students prepare for what comes next. We believe school should open doors, build confidence, and help students imagine a future full of possibility after graduation. 🎓

Aprendizaje preparado para el futuro 🚀

Desde oportunidades de inscripción dual hasta liderazgo y aprendizaje mediante el servicio, CIS ayuda a los estudiantes a prepararse para lo que viene. Creemos que la escuela debe abrir puertas, fortalecer la confianza y ayudar a los estudiantes a imaginar un futuro lleno de posibilidades después de graduarse. 🎓

07/04/2026

Happy Fourth of July from Corrales International School! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate freedom, family, and community.

Wishing our CIS students, families, teachers, and staff a safe and joyful Independence Day! ✨

06/19/2026

Juneteenth ❤️💛💚

Today we recognize Juneteenth and reflect on the importance of freedom, history, and continued learning. At CIS, we believe education helps students better understand the world and their place in it.

Juneteenth ❤️💛💚

Hoy reconocemos Juneteenth y reflexionamos sobre la importancia de la libertad, la historia y el aprendizaje continuo. En CIS, creemos que la educación ayuda a los estudiantes a comprender mejor el mundo y su lugar en él.

06/09/2026

What Makes IB Different? 🌍

At CIS, students learn through the International Baccalaureate framework, which encourages inquiry, critical thinking, and global understanding. It is a rigorous, student-centered approach that helps learners become thoughtful communicators, curious thinkers, and engaged citizens. 📚

¿Qué hace diferente al IB? 🌍

En CIS, los estudiantes aprenden a través del marco del Bachillerato Internacional, que fomenta la indagación, el pensamiento crítico y la comprensión global. Es un enfoque riguroso y centrado en el estudiante que ayuda a los alumnos a convertirse en comunicadores reflexivos, pensadores curiosos y ciudadanos comprometidos.

06/05/2026

🍎 Meet Mr. Troy Barber, our dedicated 9th-grade teacher! Inspired by his wife’s 20-year teaching career and the experiences of his own children, he realized that there’s no better place to make a meaningful difference than in a school community. ❤

📚 What does he love most about teaching at Corrales? The students, of course! As Mr. Barber says, they keep him young and make every day rewarding.

🌎 Fun fact: Before becoming a teacher, Mr. Barber worked as a geologist. While he may not be fascinated by rocks themselves, he loves the incredible stories they tell about the Earth and its history.

💡 His biggest hope for students is that they learn an important lesson that extends far beyond the classroom: even the hardest problems can be broken down into manageable pieces.

05/29/2026

🏫 Meet Scott Copley, our dedicated 9th Grade teacher at Corrales International School! Coming from four generations of educators, teaching has always been a natural fit. His passion for problem-solving and hands-on learning led him to help launch Corrales' Project Lead The Way program.

Mr. Copley loves being part of the CIS community and values the challenges and opportunities the IB program provides. He believes the commitment of our students, families, and staff makes CIS a true gem among New Mexico schools.

Fun fact: Mr. Copley grew up in the same house where his grandfather was born!

🌟 His message to students is simple: don't be afraid to make mistakes. Every mistake is an opportunity to learn, grow, and become stronger.

05/27/2026

✨ Teacher Feature: Meet Ms. Alexa Banks! ✨

Say hello to Ms. Alexa Banks, one of our incredible 12th Grade teachers! 🎓📚

Ms. Banks was first inspired to teach after teaching abroad and discovering how much she loved travel, creativity, and working with young people of all different learning styles. 🌍💡

At Corrales, she loves being part of a culture that gives students a united, supportive foundation while encouraging them to explore independently and ask big questions. 💛🌱

A fun fact her students may be surprised to learn? She collects cool rocks and crystals! 🪨🔮✨

By the end of the year, Ms. Banks hopes every student remembers that experiences are our best teachers — and that authentically engaging with the world, even in small or silly ways, can help us better understand who we are and what we want. 🌟

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 On this Memorial Day, Corrales International School pauses in gratitude and reflection as we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces. ❤️🤍💙

Address

5500 Wilshire Avenue NE
Albuquerque, NM
87113

Opening Hours

Monday	7:45am - 4pm
Tuesday	7:45am - 4pm
Wednesday	7:45am - 4pm
Thursday	7:45am - 4pm
Friday	7:45am - 4pm

Website

http://corralesis.org/

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