Welcome to Prickly Pear Academy!

Helping Albuquerque families raise happy, confident kids with good reading, strong habits, and a close community.

Our Three Pillars:

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Reading Foundations

We love helping kids learn to read! Reading tutoring is currently closed to new students, but we hope to reopen soon. You are welcome to join the waiting list.

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Community Connections

Our newsletter, The 505 Family Post,  brings Albuquerque families together. Discover local events, kid-friendly activities, and ways to connect with your community.

Strong Behavior Skills

Build your child’s positive habits with The Behavior Management Handbook for a Balanced Approach or try our free tools to help them grow and thrive.

Meet The Owner

Hi, I’m Jacquelyn Delp and I love calling Albuquerque home. I’m a local educator, reading tutor, and literacy coach, and I’m also a positive behavior specialist and the author of The Behavior Management Handbook for a Balanced Approach. My book helps families guide their children to build good habits while growing their connection.

I love helping kids gain confidence, enjoy reading, and develop strong behavior skills while giving parents tools that really work. I also love my community which is why I started The 505 Family Post, a newsletter that shares fun things for families to do in Albuquerque and ways to connect with our city.

When I’m not teaching or writing, I enjoy cooking with my husband, hiking with my dog, and exploring all the amazing things Albuquerque has to offer.

Together we can help your child grow, thrive, and feel proud while connecting families across our community.

Join The 505 Family Post Today!

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