Nation’s Report Card Shows Record Declines; Local Leadership Can Drive Change
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Yesterday, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)...
Sep 11, 2025
Dominica Chavez
Dominica is the Advocacy Manager for NewMexicoKidsCAN.
Read, Earn, Repeat: Summer Reading Programs Across New Mexico
This summer, your child can soak up the sun and a good story while earning fun rewards from...
Jul 11, 2025
DATA RELEASE: Still 50th — The Comeback Starts Now
We know what’s possible when a student receives a high-quality education. Barriers fall....
Jun 25, 2025
🚨DATA RELEASE: Class of 2024 Graduation Rates — Are New Mexico Students Ready for What’s Next?
As students across New Mexico don their caps and gowns to celebrate graduation season, it’s also a...
May 23, 2025
House Lawmakers Kill Critical Literacy Bill, Leaving New Mexico’s Literacy Crisis Unresolved
Despite overwhelming public support and urgent need, the House Education Committee tabled SB 242,...
Mar 16, 2025
Despite Strong Legislative Support, Future of Senate Bill 242 Remains in Limbo
SANTA FE, N.M– After two unanimous committee approvals in the Senate and an overwhelming floor...
Mar 07, 2025
New Mexico Ranks Dead Last Again on National Assessment of Educational Progress
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – This morning, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)...
Jan 29, 2025
NewMexicoKidsCAN’s 2025 Policy Priorities
At NewMexicoKidsCAN, we believe progress isn’t just possible. We believe it is our responsibility...
Jan 13, 2025
New Mexico Public Education Department Releases Graduation Rates for the Class of 2023
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The New Mexico Public Education Department recently released graduation...
Jul 12, 2024
10 Must-Read Stories in 2024 Highlighting New Mexico’s Charter Schools
Happy National Charter Schools Week! New Mexico is home to 100 public charter schools that serve...
May 16, 2024