Dear Editor,

On Jan. 16, the 30-day Legislative began in Santa Fe and the clock is already ticking down until Feb. 15 when the session will adjourn.

The first week of the session is fairly slow with committees organizing and legislation receiving committee assignments. In fact, many legislators will travel back to their districts on the first weekend to inform their constituents about important bills and issues that may be addressed.

Like we’ve done in the past, AFT NM will send out updates several times a week to keep you informed during the session. Members across the state regularly report back that periodic updates help them to feel like they are part of the action in the...

Dear Arsenio Romero Ph.D., NM Secretary of Education,

I am writing to you on behalf of hundreds of New Mexico teachers and school personnel. In a recent  letter to District Leaders, you wrote that “It is time for accountability: for the Public Education  Department, for the school districts (including their boards and schools), charter schools, teachers'  unions and families.” Like you, we are very concerned about the persistently low academic achievement  of New Mexico’s students.

We wanted to share with you a list of the Top 8 Ways that the Public Education Department can  help ensure student success. This list has been compiled as a result of input from teachers and...

Dear New Mexico Educators,

As the sun sets over the enchanting landscapes of our beloved state, concluding my tenure as the 2023 New Mexico Teacher of the Year, I am compelled to express my deepest admiration and gratitude to you, the incredible, hardworking, and truly inspirational teachers of New Mexico.

Throughout my journeys this year, my learning expanded far beyond the confines of my four walls, transcending physical boundaries as I traversed this state and encountered inspiring educators who served as my marigolds. I witnessed the tapestry of our communities, where you stand as beacons of light, shaping the minds of the next generation with unwavering dedication and boundless...

Dear Navajo Nation students,

The Department of Diné Education congratulates each of you for completing the fall 2023  semester! From Pre-K all the way to postgraduate programs, we cherish each of our students’  academic successes and look for every opportunity to support them on their journey of learning.

The end of the fall semester coincides with the holiday gatherings that we all attend to cap off the  end of the year. People of all ages come together to reflect on their accomplishments, the  challenges they faced, and how they have grown as a person at this time of year. You deserve to  take a moment and celebrate your semester of work with the people around you.

Whether...