New Mexico education officials are seeking a $5.9 billion public school budget, with millions earmarked for literacy, maths intervention, career training, after-school programmes and tribal education as the state grapples with persistent attendance problems.
Albuquerque Public Schools recently launched a new environmental initiative that turns food scraps into compost. The district says the program aims to keep the waste out of landfills and give it a more meaningful purpose instead.
Bernalillo County judges shared their career journeys with middle school students during school visits this month. They also made sure to leave valuable lessons to the youth.
APS Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey expressed pride after the district recorded its best overall math performance and second-highest reading scores since the assessment started. She assured that the district remains committed to helping every student reach their full potential.
As Bernalillo County declares an emergency over fatal fentanyl overdoses, the University of New Mexico’s ASAP clinic is helping patients pursue recovery through outpatient treatment, community support and stories of hope.
Cooler weather could slow New World screwworm activity in New Mexico, but officials warn the threat remains after a case was confirmed in a beef cow in Otero County.
New Mexico added 11,200 jobs over the past year, with construction, health care, retail trade and mining leading gains. The state’s 1.3% job growth rate ranked seventh nationally, outpacing the U.S. rate of 0.3%, according to September employment figures.
