New Mexico Education https://nmeducation.org Your home for all things education in The Land of Enchantment Thu, 01 Feb 2024 17:08:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://nmeducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/11-29-2021_NewMexico_NMEducationLogo_V1-08-150x150.png New Mexico Education https://nmeducation.org 32 32 202004729 Albuquerque Public Schools Advances Superintendent Search with Candidate Forums https://nmeducation.org/albuquerque-public-schools-advances-superintendent-search-with-candidate-forums/ Thu, 01 Feb 2024 17:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5432 The Albuquerque Public Schools superintendent search reached its final stages as the remaining two candidates engaged with the community during candidate forums on January 30. Dr. Gabriella Duran Blakey and Dr. Thomas Ahart presented their visions for APS, emphasizing diversity, equity, and student success, while community members provided feedback through a dedicated portal, helping to guide the APS Board of Education's decision-making process. The selected candidate will lead APS, shaping its future and implementing a new strategic plan to enhance the educational outcomes for over 68,000 students in the district.

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]]> 5432 Resolution to Return to State School Board Passes Senate, 34-1 https://nmeducation.org/resolution-to-return-to-state-school-board-passes-senate-34-1/ Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:01:51 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5424 Senate Joint Resolution 9, which is primed to change the way education is governed in New Mexico, has passed the state Senate and will now move to the House of Representatives.

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]]> 5424 Proposed Education Overhaul Moves Forward Amid Debate https://nmeducation.org/proposed-education-overhaul-moves-forward-amid-debate/ Tue, 30 Jan 2024 15:31:16 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5417 The New Mexico Senate Education Committee passed Senate Joint Resolution 9, a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at overhauling the state's education governance structure. SJR 9, would revert New Mexico back to its previous form of governance, moving from a governor appointed Secretary of Education to a 15 person state school board. The proposed constitutional amendment received a "Do Pass" recommendation during a committee hearing on January 26. This bill has passed two committees and is primed for a Senate floor vote. Supporters argue it will bring stability to education leadership, while opponents express concerns about potential partisanship and the dilution of the Public Education Commission's focus on high-quality charter school authorizing.

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]]> 5417 Two APS Superintendent Candidates Remain as Public Forum Approaches https://nmeducation.org/two-aps-superintendent-candidates-remain-as-public-forum-approaches/ Mon, 22 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5409 Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) has selected Thomas Ahart and Gabriella Durán Blakey as the finalists for the superintendent position, following Mason Bellamy's withdrawal from consideration. The APS Board of Education made this decision after a series of interviews and community engagement efforts, aiming to fill the crucial role of leading the district's strategic plan and daily operations for over 140 schools. Public forums on January 30 will offer citizens an opportunity to interact with the finalists and gather valuable insights into their motivations and visions.

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]]> 5409 Education System to Receive Another Significant Boost from Proposed Budget Plans https://nmeducation.org/education-system-to-receive-another-significant-boost-from-proposed-budget-plans/ Thu, 18 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5402 Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's proposed budget for FY25, along with the Legislative Finance Committee's budget recommendations, include substantial investments in education to improve student outcomes. The governor's budget includes totals $10.5 billion, a 9.9 percent increase from the previous fiscal year, with allocations to expand pre-k, lengthen school calendars, and continue structured literacy initiatives. The Legislative Finance Committee's recommendation mirrors the governor's proposal, totaling a $10.1 billion spending plan that includes a 5.8 percent increase in general fund appropriations for public education, addressing issues highlighted in the Yazzie-Martinez education sufficiency lawsuit.

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]]> 5402 Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham Highlights Plan to Improve Education in State of the State Address https://nmeducation.org/governor-michelle-lujan-grisham-highlights-plan-to-improve-education-in-state-of-the-state-address/ Wed, 17 Jan 2024 01:45:06 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5396 In her State of the State address, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham outlined a comprehensive plan for education reform in New Mexico, emphasizing the state's achievements in literacy and the need for further investments. She proposed a $30 million investment for a statewide literacy institute and summer programs, and advocated for extending the school year to 180 days to enhance educational outcomes. Additionally, Lujan Grisham called for $30 million to place “experts” in low-performing schools to address challenges and improve student performance, her speech marked the start of the 2024 legislative session.

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]]> 5396 APS Board Narrows Superintendent Candidates to Four https://nmeducation.org/aps-board-narrows-superintendent-candidates-to-four/ Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5389 The Albuquerque Public School Board of Education is facing a pivotal decision as they narrow their search for the next superintendent from a pool of four distinguished candidates. Each candidate brings a unique set of qualifications and experiences, ranging from expertise in educational equity and virtual schools to complex system management and community engagement. The board is conducting virtual interviews and public forums to engage with the community and ensure a transparent selection process, emphasizing the importance of finding a leader who prioritizes student learning and the district's strategic goals. The public will have an opportunity to hear from the superintendent candidates on January 30 when the school board hosts an all-day series of community input meetings..

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]]> 5389 Shaping Success in the South Valley https://nmeducation.org/shaping-success-in-the-south-valley/ Fri, 12 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5356 Albuquerque Collegiate, a high-performing charter school in the South Valley of Albuquerque, is challenging traditional education norms by providing structured and ambitious education to its students since its founding in 2018. Despite its unconventional location within a shopping center, the school's commitment to serving a community in need of “excellent education” opportunities has yielded successful results, with proficiency rates exceeding state averages. Alongside a unique teaching model, the school's emphasis on student engagement, accessibility, and initiatives like "Wrap it up Wednesday" showcase Albuquerque Collegiate's dedication to nurturing well-rounded students who excel academically and value hard work and perseverance in their educational journey.

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]]> 5356 New Faces and Leaders on APS School Board https://nmeducation.org/new-faces-and-leaders-on-aps-school-board/ Wed, 10 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5360 The 2023 Albuquerque Public School Board elections have come and gone, and now new leadership is stepping up. Ronalda Tome-Warito became the first-ever Native American school board member, Janelle Astorga was sworn in as the youngest board member ever elected, Heather Benevidez, who was elected to the District 4 seat; these are the three new members on the seven-member board. Danielle Gonzales was elected as the new board president, while Tome-Warito became the vice president and Astorga was chosen to be secretary.

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]]> 5360 Secretary Romero Calls for Accountability https://nmeducation.org/secretary-romero-calls-for-accountability/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5352 New Mexico's Secretary of Education, Arsenio Romero, sent a stern letter to district leaders calling for accountability in the state's education system due to concerns about persistently low-performing schools and the need for excellence. The letter, dated November 21, followed the delayed release of student performance data and school designations. While there was a four percent increase in statewide reading proficiency for the 2022-2023 school year, math proficiency slightly decreased, with reading proficiency at 38 percent and math proficiency at 24 percent. Romero emphasized the importance of accountability and called for a unified effort to improve education outcomes for the state's children.

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