Our future starts today

Looking toward our transformative strategic vision

Dear Sandia Prep Community,

At Sandia Prep, our strength lies in the bonds that form our close-knit community. These relationships, meticulously nurtured among students and adults alike, serve as the bedrock for academic, athletic, and artistic triumphs. Research affirms what we already know — that our students thrive today and impact the future when connected to a supportive community.

Gifts made to Sandia Prep have empowered us to embark on a transformative journey. In my first year as the Head of School, conversations with faculty, trustees, families, and, crucially, students laid the groundwork for our Vision and Strategy team. Comprising administrators, trustees, faculty, and students, this team delved into a strategic visioning process, charting priorities that position Sandia Prep as an educational pioneer. Our focus is on demonstrating a direct link between relationships and academic and personal success, ensuring students are fully prepared for their future by feeling deeply connected to their community.

As we unveil our upcoming strategic plan, these priorities will equip our students with the tools to navigate challenges and create joyful moments. While our rich history has always prepared students for success at renowned institutions, our emphasis now lies in fostering daily thriving experiences — authentic learning, meaningful connections, and inspiring spaces.

This moment marks an exciting chapter in Sandia Prep’s legacy. Our vision builds upon our storied past and promises to shape the present and future for generations to come. Join us on this remarkable journey as we unfold our strategic plan and set the stage for a future where every student thrives.

Sincerely,

Heather Mock signature
Heather B. Mock
Head of School

Our Mission

The joy of learning and living is at the center of all we do. Sandia Preparatory School provides remarkable opportunities for intellectual and personal growth within a challenging and balanced program. As an extension of our families, Sandia Prep's diverse community inspires students to find their academic focus, talents, and creativity.

Our Vision

At Sandia Prep, we will inspire our students to discover their purposes in the world by: Developing essential skills and intellectual potential through challenging academics; Cultivating a socially responsible environment of innovation and creativity; and Engaging as a vibrant community for the betterment of society.

2022 - 2023 Board of Trustees

Charles Becknell
Faith Begay-Holtrop, Secretary
Laura Calkins, Chair
Doug Clark, Past Chair
Robert DelCampo
Susan Przekurat Epstein ‘91
Ali Hashemian ‘01
Stan Hubbard, Vice Chair
Kristofor Kite ’93
Ed Manzanares

Dale Maxwell
Lisa Mitchell
Stephanie Moore-Combs
Todd Sandoval ’91
Dominic Serna ’01
Ed Street, Treasurer
Leslie Montano Thompson, SPSPA President
Alexandra Vavruska ’12, Alumni President
Avery Volkman ‘96
Troy Weisler
Lorna Wiggins

Honorary Trustees

Drs. Paul & Marilyn Duncan
Don Hurst
Yvette Stout Lyle
Ogden Reid
Leonard‭ & ‬Elizabeth Trainor‭ ‬
Ellen Ann Lembke Ryan
Robert M‭. ‬St‭. ‬John
Lorna Wiggins
Ray Zimmer

A snapshot of the year

Class Size Stat

Kate Henderson goes the distance

Sandia Prep junior Kate Henderson’s hard work pays off with academic and athletic success.

Donors at a glance

632
Total Donors

Donors at a glance

157
First-Time Donors

Donors at a glance

67%
Parent Support

Donors at a glance

75%
Faculty & Staff Support

2 smiling middle school students

Infinite Thanks

Gratitude for Our Generous Donors

From professional development to practice gear and from robotics kits to Outdoor Leadership Program adventures, Sandia Prep's 2022 - 2023 donors' generosity continues to shape the future of our school.

Fiscal Strength
in Focus

Revenue

Student Tuition and Fees: $12,184,507
Annual Fund Contributions: $463,527
Endowment Contributions: $239,435
SummerPrep: $832,234
Other Income: $274,813
Prep Café Income: $327,270
Gifts in-Kind: $54,636
Investment Income: $817,719
TOTAL REVENUE: $15,194,141

Expenses

Salaries & Benefits: $7,611,615
Financial Aid: $2,173,178
Instructional Expenses: $463,086
Interest Expense: $223,339
Student Activities: $419,900
Prep Café Expenses: $357,503
Technology: $249,849
SummerPrep: $523,554
Depreciation & Amortization: $1,033,491
Campus Operations & Maintenance: $827,307
General & Administrative: $597,927
TOTAL EXPENSES: $14,481,349

Clay student

The endowment effect

Fueling innovation, excellence, and resilience

The value of Sandia Prep’s endowment was $9,116,970 at the end of fiscal year 2023. As opposed to annual gifts, which cover annual operating expenses, endowed funds provide long-term income to assist with all of Sandia Prep’s needs. Since only the income from the principal is spent, endowed funds provide resources for Sandia Prep in perpetuity. Endowed funds can be established for a specified purpose, or as unrestricted funds to meet the greatest needs of the School.

Graduation - Class of 2023

Where is the Class of 2023?

Accepted & Enrolled

Adams State U

Arizona State U (Main Campus) - 2

Arizona State U (Polytechnic)

Barry U

Bates College

Baylor U

Bentley U

Berklee College of Music

Boise State U

Brandeis U

Bryant U

Cali. Polytech. State U (San Luis Obispo)

California State Polytechnic U (Pomona)

California State U (Long Beach)

California State U (Los Angeles)

Central New Mexico Community College

Chapman U

College of Charleston

Colorado School of Mines

Colorado State U (Fort Collins) - 3

Columbia College (Chicago)

Cornish College of the Arts

Drexel U

Eastern New Mexico U (Main Campus)

Eastern Oregon U

Eckerd College

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical (Daytona Beach)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical U (Prescott)

Emory U

Fisk U

Florida Atlantic U

Fort Lewis College

Grand Canyon U

Grinnell College

Hofstra U

Howard U

Kansas City Art Institute

Kansas State U

Keene State College

Kenyon College

Lafayette College

Lawrence U

Long Island U (Brooklyn)

Louisiana State U

Loyola Marymount U

Loyola U Chicago

Loyola U New Orleans

Lubbock Christian U

Marian U

Maryland Institute College of Art

Metropolitan State U of Denver

Michigan State U

Montana State U

New Mexico State U (Main Campus)

New Mexico Tech

Northern Arizona U

Nova Southeastern U

Oakwood U

Oberlin College

Oklahoma State U (Main Campus)

Oregon Institute of Technology

Oregon State U - 4

Palm Beach Atlantic U

Penn State U (University Park)

Purdue U (Main Campus)

Regent’s U London

Regis U

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Ringling College of Art and Design

San Diego State U

Savannah College of Art and Design

School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Seattle U

Southern Methodist U

Southern Utah U

Stony Brook U

Syracuse U

Texas Christian U

Texas Tech U

The Boston Conservatory at Berklee

The Ohio State U

The U of Montana

The U of Tampa

The U of Texas at Dallas

The U of Texas at Tyler

Trinity U

U of Alabama

U of California (Davis)

U of California (Irvine)

U of California (Los Angeles)

U of California (Riverside)

U of California (San Diego)

U of California (Santa Cruz)

U of Central Arkansas

U of Central Florida

U of Colorado (Colorado Springs)

U of Colorado Boulder

U of Colorado Denver

U of Denver - 2

U of Hawaii at Manoa

U of Houston

U of Kansas

U of Maine

U of Minnesota (Twin Cities)

U of Mississippi

U of Nevada (Las Vegas)

U of New Mexico (Main Campus) - 20

U of New Mexico (Valencia Campus)

U of North Dakota

U of North Texas

U of Northern Colorado

U of Oklahoma

U of Oregon

U of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh)

U of South Florida (Main Campus)

U of Utah

U of Washington (Seattle Campus)

U of Wisconsin (Madison)

U of Wyoming

U of the Incarnate Word

U of the Pacific

Utah State U

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State U

Washington State U

Washington U in St. Louis

Western Colorado U

Western Washington U

Rediscovering Shared Roots

In the spirit of unity and nostalgia, we look back at the past year's events that brought alumni together, reigniting old friendships and forging new connections.

Meet & Greet

Meet and Greet with new Head of School Heather B. Mock at La Cumbre, hosted by alum Laura Erway '96.

Sundevil Athletic Hall of Fame

The latest batch of athletic alumni were honored during the Alumni Weekend festivities.

alumni weekend

More than 200 Prep community members gathered on campus for Alumni Weekend, complete with miniature golf, photo booth, bounce house, alumni vs. current student games, and plenty of delicious food and beverages!

Winter wonderland

Winter Wonderland @ Prep photos were back for the first year since 2019. More than 40 alumni and their families attended and, in the process, donated new socks, blankets, and toiletries to benefit homeless services provider HopeWorks.