WE NEED
Josh Martinez
on the APS School Board
Community Advocate. Public School Parent. Ready to Lead.
Why I Ran
I’m running because I’m a parent who sees both the strengths and the struggles in our public schools. Too many students are falling behind in basic subjects. Too much money is being spent without anything to show for it. And too often, the focus is on bureaucracy—not the classroom.
As someone raising a young family in APS, I’m committed to ensuring that every child has access to a great education, no matter their background or neighborhood. I believe families deserve transparency, teachers deserve respect, and students deserve every opportunity to thrive.
We need leadership that has a plan, takes action, and puts students first. That’s why I’m stepping up.
Meet Josh Martinez
Joshua Martinez is a proud father of three and a committed public servant running to bring new leadership to the APS Board of Education in District 5.
Professionally, Joshua serves as the New Mexico Director for the American Diabetes Association, where he leads statewide initiatives to support families and improve community well-being. He earned a Bachelor’s in Community Health and a Master’s in Public Administration from the University of New Mexico.
Joshua and his family are deeply rooted in public education. His father worked for over 30 years as a school counselor and administrator. Today, his wife and siblings are speech pathologists serving in public schools across the state. Joshua and his wife Hannah are actively involved in their children’s education at Tres Volcanes Community Collaborative School, where two of their children are currently enrolled and their youngest will join in the future.
In his neighborhood, Joshua is a trusted and active voice. He serves as:
President of the Petroglyph Homeowners Association and Tres Volcanes Neighborhood Association
Vice-President of the Albuquerque Westside Business Association
Member of the City of Albuquerque Board of Ethics
Joshua is running for the APS Board because he believes in the power of public education—and the urgent need to do better for students, families, and educators.
What I Want to Accomplish
Boost Academic Outcomes
Focus on proven strategies in reading, math, and science to ensure students are meeting grade-level benchmarks and prepared for the future.
Expand Career and College Pathways
Give students real options after high school—whether that’s college, trade school, or career—with strong CTE, STEM, and dual credit programs.
Fund Classrooms, Not Bureaucracy
Cut waste and ensure more education dollars go directly to classrooms, teachers, and the tools students need to succeed.
Support High-Performing Schools
Champion quality public schools—including strong charter options—so families have access to great choices across the district.
Ensure Safe and Supportive Schools
Make student safety a top priority by increasing campus security, improving emergency response protocols, and placing more mental health professionals in schools to support students’ well-being and prevent crises before they happen.