Thanksgiving Lunch With Your Student at APS, Nov. 18 to 20
Published 27 October 2026
Alamogordo Public Schools is inviting families to Thanksgiving Lunch With Your Student next month: Wednesday, November 18 for the high school, Thursday, November 19 for the middle schools, and Friday, November 20 for the elementary schools and Pre-K. Ticket sales and RSVPs open this Friday, October 30, and close Thursday, November 12. The district says more details are coming.
Few things make a kid's face light up like spotting mom, dad or grandma walking into the cafeteria. If you can carve out a lunch hour, this is a sweet one to put on the calendar now.
When is Thanksgiving Lunch With Your Student?
These dates come from the district's Thanksgiving Lunch With Your Student save the date post.
| Day | Date | Schools |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | November 18, 2026 | Alamogordo High School |
| Thursday | November 19, 2026 | Middle schools |
| Friday | November 20, 2026 | Elementary schools and Pre-K |
When can I buy tickets or RSVP?
Ticket sales and RSVPs open Friday, October 30, 2026, and close Thursday, November 12, 2026. The district has not posted prices, lunch times or how to sign up yet, so watch your school's page, the APS app and the Alamogordo Public Schools news page for the details.
Since sales close almost a week before the first lunch, it is smart to sign up early and not wait until Thanksgiving week.
What if my child goes to a Holloman school?
Holloman Elementary and Holloman Middle School are part of Alamogordo Public Schools, so they follow the same district schedule. Both schools are on base, so check with your child's school about what guests need to get on base before lunch day.
If you are still getting settled, my guide to schools and enrollment for Holloman families is a good place to start.
What else should families know about school meals?
Every APS student already gets a free breakfast and lunch this school year, which I covered in my post on free school meals in Alamogordo. The Thanksgiving lunch is about family time, and the district will share any ticket details for guests when sales open.
Thanksgiving break comes right after these lunches. My post on APS days off in November and December has the break dates so you can plan ahead.
What does this mean for families moving here?
Traditions like this tell you a lot about a school district. Parents, grandparents and military families all get a chance to sit down with their kids in the middle of a school day, and you will meet other families at the table.
If you are thinking about moving to Alamogordo, my moving to Alamogordo guide covers schools, neighborhoods and everyday life here.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Thanksgiving Lunch With Your Student at Alamogordo Public Schools?
It is Wednesday, November 18 for the high school, Thursday, November 19 for the middle schools and Friday, November 20 for elementary schools and Pre-K. All three dates are in 2026.
When do tickets go on sale for the APS Thanksgiving lunch?
Ticket sales and RSVPs open Friday, October 30, 2026. They close Thursday, November 12, 2026.
How much does the APS Thanksgiving lunch cost for guests?
The district has not announced prices yet. It says more details are coming, so check your school's page and the APS app.
Can families at Holloman Elementary and Holloman Middle School join?
Yes, both are Alamogordo Public Schools and are part of the district schedule. Because the schools are on base, check with your child's school about base access for guests.
Do APS students pay for school lunch?
No, every APS student gets a free breakfast and lunch this school year. Ticket details for guests at the Thanksgiving lunch will come from the district.
Dates and ticket deadlines are from Alamogordo Public Schools' Thanksgiving Lunch With Your Student save the date post, as of 27 October 2026. The district says more details are coming, so check with your child's school for times and prices.