Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland joined advocates in emphasizing the importance of supporting early childhood workers.
Education
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New Mexico runs tens of millions of dollars over budget for universal childcare
Analysts say the state will likely need to revise its future budgeting for universal childcare, due to a higher than expected surge in enrollment.
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Future of free childcare for all families in New Mexico remains uncertain
“In child care, I really think we have done it as right as you can,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said.
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Despite progress, New Mexico still falls short by 15,000 childcare slots
The problem is particularly acute for children under 2; the state needs about 12,000 more slots for infants and toddlers.
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How much are New Mexico’s low-interest loans expanding daycare capacity?
Providers and state officials have lauded the program, arguing it takes an incremental approach to creating a universal childcare system.
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Highlands interim head offers support at forum but no reason for president’s ouster
The interim president spoke to members of the Highlands community virtually and in person for about 10 minutes Wednesday.
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New Mexico Highlands interim leader to host campuswide forum after president placed on leave
The announcement came days after the school’s board of regents’ abrupt decision to place the institution’s president on leave.
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Yazzie/Martinez plaintiffs want more say in New Mexico’s efforts to fix K-12 education
The plaintiffs are asking for roughly $200,000 to pay to bring in experts to weigh in and to meet with the community.
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Navajo commission report spotlights inequities at troubled Gallup-McKinley County Schools
The district, which has faced state and federal investigations over its treatment of students and staff, as well as a costly lawsuit, could be on a new path.
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Navajo parents at rural school ask: Where is money going?
In Jemez Mountain Schools, Navajo parents say they are kept in the dark about funding for indigenous students.