New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Scott Groginsky as the state’s new education policy advisor.
Groginsky will focus on improving student outcomes in K-12 education and continuing efforts to bolster access to higher education across the state, a recent press release from the governor’s office said.
“Scott brings invaluable experience in forward-thinking and evidence-based education policies that yield real progress,” Lujan Grisham said in the release. “I feel incredibly fortunate to have him on my team working for the benefit of all New Mexico students.”
Groginsky will work alongside Children’s Cabinet Director Mariana Padilla and State education department leadership to improve the state’s public education system.
“I’m grateful to the governor for allowing me to help implement her bold and comprehensive vision for supporting student success,” Groginsky said in the release. “The governor is clear that improving the educational system at all levels is a critical step in lifting up all New Mexico children and families, and I am excited to contribute to the effort of reaching that goal.”
Groginsky has more than three decades of experience working in education policy. He recently served as the special advisor for early childhood to Colorado Gov. Jared Polis. Additionally, Groginsky previously worked for the National Head Start Association and in education policy at the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. House of Representatives.