The oil and gas industry has contributed over $279 million in taxes to New Mexico public schools in fiscal year 2024. This partnership with communities across the state aims to enhance educational opportunities.

Hannah Vanscotter, a teacher at Carlsbad High School, highlights the impact of this collaboration. She teaches Energy Pathway, Science, and Math and shares her perspective on how the energy industry influences education. "The energy industry provides real world applications to her students," she says, emphasizing its role in motivating students to engage with math and science. According to Vanscotter, understanding these subjects' practical applications can be beneficial for students' future careers.