New Mexico Sets Ground Rules for AI Use in Schools Amid Rising Concerns
It’s an emerging reality in classrooms nationwide: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is taking over education, bringing both opportunities and new challenges. As students and teachers find themselves at the intersection of excitement and uncertainty over AI-driven technologies, New Mexico’s Public Education Department (PED) has established guidelines to acknowledge this tension and safeguard student privacy while ensuring […]
Eastern New Mexico University Secures Nearly $2 Million to Strengthen Rural Behavioral Health Workforce
Eastern New Mexico University’s (ENMU) Social Work Program has received nearly $2 million in federal funding to enhance its mission of supporting behavioral health in rural communities. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) awarded ENMU a $1.96 million grant on July 16, 2025, as part of the four-year “Pathways to Excellence” initiative. The project […]
New Mexico Joins Nationwide Fight Against Sudden Federal School Funding Freeze
A wave of urgency has swept through New Mexico’s education community as the state joined 22 others in a lawsuit over a sudden federal funding freeze for schools. The move united a broad coalition of attorneys general and governors nationwide in their battle against the unprecedented decision to freeze $6.8 billion in K-12 and adult […]
APS Launches ‘Being a Good Relative’ to Empower Native Students Across New Mexico
It’s no secret that Native students have faced longstanding attendance gaps and achievement disparities for years in New Mexico. To address this concern, Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) has partnered with Native-led groups, including the One Generation Fund, to introduce the “Being a Good Relative” program. According to APS, the initiative will focus on four main […]
Los Alamos Makers is Offering Free 3D Printing Summer School Program for High School Students
Dive into the world of 3D printing and design for free with the Los Alamos Makers. High school students living in Northern New Mexico, or in underserved areas like Española Valley, Pojoaque, and nearby tribal communities are qualified to join this 4-day intensive summer school program. In collaboration with Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and […]
NM Supreme Court Upholds Limits on Sentence Reductions for Prison Education
The New Mexico Supreme Court upheld a state policy that restricts the amount of time inmates can reduce their sentences by earning educational degrees while in prison. The ruling issued last Monday affirmed the existing policy of the New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD), which offers sentence reductions to inmates who have achieved certain educational milestones. […]
Florida Business Leaders Sound Alarm on Math Education, Warning of Workforce Skills Gap
Florida’s business leaders are raising concerns over the state’s K–12 math education, emphasizing that students are not acquiring the essential skills needed for today’s workforce. A recent report by the Florida Chamber Foundation, titled Aligning Math Education to Workforce Needs: Insights From Florida’s Employers, highlights a significant gap between the math instruction students receive and […]
New Mexico Sees Another Jump in College Enrollment Thanks to Free Tuition Programs
New Mexico colleges and universities are seeing more students walk through their doors—again. For the second straight year, the state reported a rise in college enrollment. Spring 2025 numbers show a 4.2% increase over the same time last year, adding more than 5,000 students across public campuses. What’s driving the growth? State officials point to […]
Rio Rancho Public Schools Breaks Ground on New Independence High School Building
On the last day of the school year, Rio Rancho Public Schools (RRPS) marked a significant milestone by breaking ground on a new facility for Independence High School. The upcoming 41,000-square-foot building, located on Northern Boulevard just east of Rockaway, is set to nearly double the school’s current capacity, accommodating up to 350 students upon […]
Illinois Considers Lowering Student Proficiency Standards on State Tests
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is weighing a controversial proposal to lower the proficiency benchmarks on state standardized tests, aiming to better reflect how prepared students are for college and careers. State Superintendent Tony Sanders says the current standards may be too harsh. He argues that students are being labeled “not proficient” even […]
