Thanks for visiting the official web site for the DNHS Alumni Association, known as the AlumKnights. Our vision is to use alumni resources and experiences to help improve Del Norte High School for current and future students. We are actively looking for Del Norte graduates who can help us achieve that vision. To better understand us, please visit our About page and read the article “Helping Hands” by Hailey Heinz of the Albuquerque Journal who interviewed some of our founders. You can also view DNHS Alumni who have made the news in our Knights in the News section or sign up for our email list. For DNHS reunion information, visit the DNHS Alumni Web Site Reunion Page.
Alumknights Awards $5,000 to DNHS Activities in Fall 2026
AlumKnights is pleased to announce its third slate of mini-grants to boost participation in clubs and other school activities that promote a sense of belonging and connection for all Del Norte students – one of the pillars of our Community School. Fall 2026 recipients are: Chess Club, School Spirit, E-Sports, Educators Rising, Baile Folklorico, Wrestling, Choir, Band, DECA, Health Office, Softball, AVID, and Orchestra Class. Our goals are to expand the number of students involved and increase the quality of their participation to deepen school, peer, and community connections, which are tied to student success. Read More.
AlumKnights Awards $4,000 in 2026 Scholarships
The Del Norte HS Alumni Association announces scholarship awards of $1,000 to four students in the class of 2026 – a total of $4,000. Students receiving the $1,000 AlumKnights Drawbridge to Success Scholarship must attend a New Mexico two or four year college. 2026 recipients are: Gabriella Alhona, Isaias Medrano, Madison Merriken, and Colton John Wilkins. For more information about the 2026 AlumKnights scholarship recipients, see our 2026 AlumKnights Scholarship Awards page.
Celebrating Del Norte’s 60th Anniversary!
“Come back to the Castle” as Del Norte HS celebrates 60 years since it opened in 1964. The AlumKnights are planning a variety of festivities and events for the entire 2024-2025 school year which concludes with the graduation of DN’s 60th class in May 2025. Visit our Del Norte High School 60th Anniversary page for ongoing updates. Join us as we reflect on our storied history and look forward to a future filled with continued excellence and community spirit. View photos from Del Norte’s 60th Anniversary “ReuKnighted for the Castle” Celebration. You can also purchase AlumKnights 60th Anniversary Merchandise!
2025 Dine-to-Donate Fundraiser at Sadie’s
The AlumKnights 2025 Dine-to-Donate fundraiser was held at Sadie’s on Academy on November 5, 2025. Many thanks to those that attended in support of Del Norte student and staff projects!
Support the AlumKnights!
To help support our organization and to raise funds for our annual “Drawbridge to Success” scholarship, please consider a donation or participating in one of our fundraisers such as our Brick Garden Fundraiser. Leave your mark on the new DNHS and purchase a custom personalized brick to show your Knight pride. Bricks (6″ x 9″) are $70 and will be placed in the DNHS courtyard. Simply complete the brick fundraiser order form and mail it in with your payment or you can order online through PayPal and you don’t need a PayPal account! See the Memorial Paver Ceremony for APD Officer Jerry Cline.
Plant World, Inc. Grants Free Access to Del Norte Alumni
Plant World, a subsidiary of Rowland Nursery Inc. and the Southwest’s largest wholesale nursery, is now offering all Del Norte High School alumni free access to shop where the pro’s shop. Just tell them that you are an alumni. Plant World is located on 18-acres in the North Valley where literally thousands of flowers, shrubs, and trees from common to exotic specimens are available. Their address is 250 El Pueblo Rd NE in Albuquerque, Southeast of the Railrunner Los Ranchos/Journal Center station.