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Rebecca Dow, a house representative from New Mexico, said that individualized education plans (IEPs) help ensure children reach their full potential by empowering parental involvement.
Jay Block, a senator from New Mexico, said that he earned an "A" rating for advancing business-friendly legislation and emphasized his ongoing support for small businesses.
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By Rebecca Dow | May 17, 2025
Seven years ago, the landmark Yazzie v. Martinez district court ruling was handed down. Judge Singleton found that the State of New Mexico violated students’ fundamental rights.
By New Mexico Sun Reports | May 12, 2025
In a twist of irony, Micayle Petersen—an advocate for children's protection and free speech—says she was silenced during a public hearing on Senate Bill 552, legislation that claimed to champion those very principles. SB552, titled the “Protection of School Library Materials Act,” purportedly aimed to safeguard free expression and shield school staff from retaliation.
By New Mexico Sun | May 12, 2025
Rebecca Dow, the state representative for New Mexico District 38, expressed concerns about free graduate tuition, stating it lacks oversight and fails to address the state's low graduation rate and narrow degree outcomes.
By New Mexico Sun | May 2, 2025
The New Mexico Association of Non-public Schools (NMANS) has announced the launch of its new website, www.nmans.org.
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 30, 2025
Paul Gessing, President of the Rio Grande Foundation, said in a podcast with the New Mexico SunCast that New Mexico's substantial education spending has not resulted in improved student performance.
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 25, 2025
Ant Thornton, the state senator for New Mexico’s District 19, advocated for expanding the use of the "science of reading" methodology throughout the entire year rather than limiting it to summer school.
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 22, 2025
Dr. Lyndsey Biondi, a transplant surgeon and program director at Texas Tech Physicians, said that the first kidney transplant in the new West Texas program was successful, marking the beginning of expanded local care.
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 21, 2025
Rebecca Dow, a state representative for New Mexico’s District 38, said that the state’s education department is wrong to attempt to block a curriculum supported by both parents and teachers.
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 15, 2025
On April 13, 2025, Governor Michelle Luján Grisham signed Senate Bill 11 into law, marking a moment of bipartisan agreement amidst numerous vetoes and criticisms directed at the Legislature.
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 12, 2025
The New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) announced the addition of three new members to the state's Early Childhood Education and Care Advisory Council during its second meeting of 2025, held on March 26.
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 5, 2025
New Mexico State Senator Crystal Brantley said that the passage of Senate Bill 11 will address the negative impact unrestricted cellphone use has on students.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 26, 2025
The New Mexico Public Education Department (NM PED) announced that on February 24, the New Mexico Senate passed Senate Bill 242, which requires teacher licensing candidates to demonstrate proficiency in structured literacy and reading science.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 25, 2025
Craig Brandt, a New Mexico state senator, said that Senate Democrats rejected Senate Bill 286, which aimed to provide funding to help lower-income students access better educational opportunities.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 24, 2025
Rachel Kilman, a teacher at New Futures High School, expressed her commitment to helping students become "safe, successful, and self-sufficient."
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 24, 2025
The New Mexico Association of Non-Public Schools (NMANS) announced that it hosted a legislative breakfast at the State Capitol on February 21, where non-public school leaders discussed legislation and engaged with lawmakers.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2025
Rachel Kilman has been named the February 2025 Pepsi Teacher of the Month.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2025
State Rep. Rebecca Dow said the opportunity for students and parents to have a choice and control over their children's education is “unprecedented” in New Mexico, as the system ties dollars to facilities and unions typically “run” the show, opposing charter schools and public school choices. Dow was a guest on a recent episode of the Tipping Point New Mexico podcast.
