Candidate for New Mexico Public Education Commission - District 3 in 2026 New Mexico General Election.
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Get StartedIdentify high-quality, evidence-based curricula that can increase test scores and close the skills gap across the broader NM Public Schools system. Learn more
Investigate learning and community support models that provide underprivileged students with the tools for academic success. Evaluate community school models, summer programs, and specialized tutoring to create data-driven solutions. Learn more
Like all public schools, charter schools must satisfy the requirements of the Martinez/Yazzie court ruling, which found that the state failed to meet its constitutional obligation to provide uniform and sufficient education for all students. This failure was found to be particularly dire amongst students experiencing poverty, Native American students, English learners, and those with disabilities. Charter schools should implement policies that address the spirit — not just satisfy the letter — of this ruling. Learn more
Expand access to early childhood education and build essential bridges between Preschool Providers and Public Charter Schools — so families understand their choices and children arrive ready to learn. Learn more
Identify policies, teacher compensation, and evaluation structures that help NM Public Schools recruit and retain high-quality educators — and give classroom professionals the tools and support they need to succeed. Learn more
Evaluate new and existing charter schools to ensure they meet the diverse educational needs of NM students. Exercise state-level authority to intervene directly in schools showing inadequate progress toward equitable, culturally relevant education. Learn more
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