Achievement Archives - New Mexico Education https://nmeducation.org/tag/achievement/ Your home for all things education in The Land of Enchantment Tue, 18 Jun 2024 14:56:33 +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 Achievement Archives - New Mexico Education https://nmeducation.org/tag/achievement/ 32 32 202004729 New Mexico 50th in Education – Again https://nmeducation.org/new-mexico-50th-in-education-again/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 14:56:31 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5747 New Mexico remains ranked last in education, due, in part, to low fourth-grade reading and eighth-grade math proficiency, according to the 2024 KIDS COUNT Data Book. Despite improvements in high school graduation rates and economic well-being, New Mexico remains ranked at 50th in overall child well-being.

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]]> 5747 Teach Plus New Mexico Honors Trailblazing Schools with 2024 Innovation in Education Awards https://nmeducation.org/teach-plus-new-mexico-honors-trailblazing-schools-with-2024-innovation-in-education-awards/ Thu, 09 May 2024 23:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5665 Teach Plus New Mexico has recognized ten schools across the state with the 2024 Innovation in Education awards for their pioneering approaches in improving literacy, math, and graduation rates. The awards spotlight the essential role of innovation in addressing educational challenges, setting a transformative example for schools statewide.

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]]> 5665 Albuquerque Public Schools Review Progress on Post-Secondary Readiness Goals https://nmeducation.org/albuquerque-public-schools-review-progress-on-post-secondary-readiness-goals/ Thu, 02 May 2024 23:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5648 As part of the progress monitoring for the district’s “Emerging Stronger” strategic plan, the Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education reviewed progress for Goal 3, which focuses on enhancing post-secondary readiness. The board's analysis focused on increasing enrollment in advanced courses, reducing dropout rates, and boosting credit attainment, with strategic initiatives aimed at tackling systemic challenges and enhancing student engagement and achievement.

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]]> 5648 Albuquerque Public Schools Sets Ambitious Five-Year Goals to Boost Student Achievement https://nmeducation.org/albuquerque-public-schools-sets-ambitious-five-year-goals-to-boost-student-achievement/ Sun, 28 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5640 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.

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]]> 5640 Legal Battle Begins Over New Mexico’s 180-Day School Calendar Rule https://nmeducation.org/legal-battle-begins-over-new-mexicos-180-day-school-calendar-rule/ Thu, 25 Apr 2024 21:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5634 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.

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]]> 5634 New Mexico Awards Contracts for Statewide Tutoring Initiative https://nmeducation.org/new-mexico-awards-contracts-for-statewide-tutoring-initiative/ Sat, 13 Apr 2024 13:00:00 +0000 https://nmeducation.org/?p=5614 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.

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