Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) has launched a detailed five-year plan to boost student achievement in literacy, math, post-secondary readiness, and essential life skills. Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey outlined these ambitious goals at the April 17 Board of Education meeting, emphasizing a gradual "Sleep, Creep, Leap" strategy to significantly improve student outcomes by 2028. The post Albuquerque Public Schools Sets Ambitious Five-Year Goals to Boost Student Achievement appeared first on New Mexico Education ..read more

A legal battle has erupted in New Mexico over the state's mandate for a 180-day school calendar. Plaintiffs allege that the rule contradicts legislative intent, emphasizing the importance of local flexibility. The outcome of the lawsuit holds significant implications for educational policy and autonomy in the state. The post Legal Battle Begins Over New Mexico’s 180-Day School Calendar Rule appeared first on New Mexico Education ..read more

The Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education evaluated how they run meetings and make decisions to make sure they're helping students do better in school. The board was focused on their time management, looking to see how much of their time is spent working to make sure students are meeting their academic goals. The post Assessing the APS Commitment to Student Outcomes appeared first on New Mexico Education ..read more

New Mexico has awarded grants to four vendors to provide high-impact tutoring services focused on supporting struggling students. These tutoring sessions, funded by the NMPED, aim to bolster student confidence and academic achievement by offering personalized support within the school day to improve academic skills. The post New Mexico Awards Contracts for Statewide Tutoring Initiative appeared first on New Mexico Education ..read more

In response to literacy challenges, where only 34 percent of students can read at grade level, the New Mexico Department of Education is launching a $30 million Summer Reading Program, targeting 10,000 students statewide. Partnering with community organizations and recruiting dedicated instructors, the program aims to enhance literacy skills and combat academic regression, or the “summer slide,” over the summer break. The post New Mexico Launches Summer Reading Program to Boost Literacy Statewide appeared first on New Mexico Education ..read more

Roy Biñas Basa, an educator at Twin Buttes Cyber Academy, was named the 2024 New Mexico Teacher of the Year for his innovative teaching methods that emphasize hands-on scientific exploration and a commitment to fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments. Dr. Basa's journey from overcoming personal challenges to achieving educational excellence serves as an inspiration, highlighting his advocacy for equitable access to quality education and lifelong learning. The post Who is Roy Biñas Basa, 2024 Teacher of the Year? appeared first on New Mexico Education ..read more

Reflecting on a year of studying and reporting on education in New Mexico, Diego Lopez shares his experience and observations. The post Education is Complex, We Must Do Better appeared first on New Mexico Education ..read more

The Daniels Scholarship Program, created by the late cable television pioneer Bill Daniels, is providing full-cost attendance scholarships for 23 students across New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming. The scholarship program is built to support the scholars in their pursuit of academic and professional excellence. Among the recipients from New Mexico is Ceciliana Ruiz, a senior from St. Michael's High School in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Ceciliana aspires to become a pediatric oncologist, inspired by her family's battles with cancer and a passion for improving the lives of children undergoing med ..read more

The Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education has tabled a review on student math proficiency progress due to concerns over a growing achievement gap among minority students. After discussing the reasons for the widening gap and solutions that are being implemented, the board agreed that more information needs to be included in the report. Board President Danielle Gonzales said they will revisit and approve the report at their next meeting if that information is included. The post Albuquerque Public School Board Reviews Progress on Math Goals appeared first on New Mexico Education ..read more

Dr. Gabriella Duran Blakey's tenure as the new superintendent of Albuquerque Public Schools, starting July 1, 2024, introduces a contract with enhanced structure, compensation, and specific performance expectations aligned with the district's strategic plan "Emerging Better." Highlighting a shift towards improving student outcomes, her contract differs notably from her predecessor Scott Elder's, particularly in terms of duties, professional development, benefits, and performance evaluation frameworks focused on student results in literacy and math. The post APS Welcomes Dr. Duran Blakey as Sup ..read more