Community Input Archives - New Mexico Education https://nmeducation.org/tag/community-input/ Your home for all things education in The Land of Enchantment Mon, 17 Jun 2024 23:01:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://nmeducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/11-29-2021_NewMexico_NMEducationLogo_V1-08-150x150.png Community Input Archives - New Mexico Education https://nmeducation.org/tag/community-input/ 32 32 202004729 APS Board Sets Community Engagement Goals https://nmeducation.org/aps-board-sets-community-engagement-goals/ Thu, 13 Jun 2024 23:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5738 The APS Board of Education set new community engagement goals, including increasing student participation at events and consolidating engagement targets for Yazzie-Martinez and African American students, while emphasizing authentic interaction and effective tracking methods. The board also acknowledged outgoing Superintendent Scott Elder's contributions and welcomed incoming Superintendent Gabriella Duran Blakey.

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]]> 5738 New Innovative Learning Space Unveiled at Bernalillo Public Schools https://nmeducation.org/new-innovative-learning-space-unveiled-at-bernalillo-public-schools/ Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:00:14 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5517 A new innovative learning space was unveiled at Bernalillo Public Schools on February 22, featuring state-of-the-art amenities aimed at revolutionizing the student learning experience. Made possible through collaboration with Intel, Los Alamos National Labs Foundation, and school funds, the space emphasizes hands-on learning and career-focused education.

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]]> 5517 Albuquerque Public School Board Reviews Progress on Literacy Goals https://nmeducation.org/albuquerque-public-school-board-reviews-progress-on-literacy-goals/ Tue, 12 Mar 2024 21:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5508 The Albuquerque School Board's recent review of the district’s literacy goal revealed mixed results among kindergarten, first, and second graders, with specific gains in reading proficiency across these grades but notable decreases for students who are not part of the Yazzie-Martinez and African American groups. While kindergarten and first-grade students showed incremental progress, a significant percentage of elementary schools reported drops in iStation reading scores, underscoring challenges APS staff said still need to be addressed.

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]]> 5508 New Mexico Public Education Overhauls School Calendar with 180-Day Rule, Allowing Exemptions https://nmeducation.org/new-mexico-public-education-overhauls-school-calendar-with-180-day-rule-allowing-exemptions/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 23:07:43 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5501 The New Mexico Public Education Department is planning to implement a rule requiring all schools to meet a 180-day instructional minimum from the 2024-2025 academic year, with provisions for exemptions based on public feedback and academic performance, particularly in reading and language arts. This adjustment, spurred by disparities in school schedules and the enactment of House Bill 130, seeks to standardize instructional time across the state and improve student outcomes, accommodating four-day school weeks and offering exemptions for schools demonstrating significant academic growth.

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]]> 5501 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 Albuquerque Public Schools Rallies Community in Superintendent Search https://nmeducation.org/albuquerque-public-schools-rallies-community-in-superintendent-search/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 22:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5300 Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) is engaging the community in their search for a new superintendent to lead the "Emerging Better" strategic plan aimed at improving student outcomes. The process, emphasizing inclusivity and strategic planning, seeks input on desired leadership qualities for the next superintendent. Seeking additional comments from the community, APS has an ongoing survey that will end November 22.

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]]> 5300 Pursuit of Educational Equity: The Yazzie-Martinez Impact https://nmeducation.org/the-yazzie-martinez-impact/ Thu, 20 Jul 2023 23:01:40 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5103 In 2018, Judge Sarah Singleton ruled that the State of New Mexico violated students' fundamental rights by not providing a sufficient public education as mandated by the state constitution. The court found that New Mexico students have a right to be college-and career-ready, but the state was not meeting this standard, particularly for economically disadvantaged students, English language learners, students with disabilities, and Native American students. The ruling led to ongoing efforts by the state to improve its education system, including increased funding, expanded pre-kindergarten programs, and addressing teacher shortages. Despite some progress, challenges remain, and advocacy groups continue to push for further improvements to ensure educational equity for all students in the state. 2023 marks the fifth anniversary of Yazzie-Martinez court ruling.

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]]> 5103 New Mexico Students Urgently Need Stronger Reading Curriculum https://nmeducation.org/new-mexico-students-urgently-need-stronger-reading-curriculum/ Tue, 04 Apr 2023 22:15:20 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=4921 Abigail Swisher, National Council on Teacher Quality

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]]> 4921 APS seeks community input as it charts new course https://nmeducation.org/aps-seeks-community-input-as-it-charts-new-course/ Wed, 09 Nov 2022 18:37:26 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=4752 The Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education is convening a series of five community conversations beginning tonight, and what board members hear will provide important context as the district begins developing a new strategic plan.

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