El Paso ISD investigates “classroom situation” after report of potential misconduct
EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Independent School District is investigating an incident relating to what it describes as a “classroom situation.” The…
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Fabens ISD investigates inappropriate behavior between student and educator
EL PASO, Texas — The Fabens Independent School District said Tuesday it has an open investigation into inappropriate behavior between a student and…
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SISD increases police presence after student brought BB gun to Socorro High School
SOCORRO, Texas – Socorro ISD said they are increasing security measures after a student brought a BB gun to Socorro High School last week. On…
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Socorro High School students released to parents after lockdown, report subject with a gun
UPDATE 5:24 p.m.: Students are being reunited with their parents. Many students and parents were in tears. Law enforcement escorted students out of…
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Aggie fans full of school spirit ahead of opening game and $15 million in facility improvements
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — New Mexico State Aggies opens against the Nevada Wolf Pack Saturday at the Aggie Memorial Stadium. Aggie students are…
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4,000 NMSU students from recent school year to qualify for some type of student loan forgiveness
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — NMSU’s Financial Aid office has been preparing to help students navigate eligibility applications since the announcement…
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Fabens ISD working on filling gaps from pandemic this school year
FABENS, Texas — It’s been “smooth sailing” for one of the smallest district in the county so far this school year. Fabens ISD has almost 2,000…
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How to qualify for Biden’s new student loan forgiveness plan
By Chandelis Duster, CNN President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced his plan to address student loan debt, which includes debt forgiveness for…
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“Suspect in Custody” after EPCC threat that put Northwest Early College, Canutillo High Schools on lockdown
UPDATE: A Canutillo spokesman says CISD police identified the source of the threat and placed the subject under arrest, and turned the subject over…
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Biden announces student loan relief for borrowers making less than $125,000 after months of intense internal debate
(CNN) — President Joe Biden announced his plan for forgiving student debt for some borrowers Wednesday afternoon, which includes forgiving $10,000…
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El Paso area school districts have not received “In God We Trust” posters for display in classrooms
EL PASO, Texas – A new Texas law requires Texas schools to display “In God We Trust” posters if they are donated to school districts. …
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AP sources: Biden set to announce $10,000 federal student loan cancellation Wednesday
The Associated PressWASHINGTON WASHINGTON (AP) — AP sources: Biden set to announce $10,000 federal student loan cancellation Wednesday for many,…
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UTEP welcoming students back for the 2022 Fall semester
EL PASO, Texas – Monday, August 22nd marks the first day of classes for the 2022 fall semester at UTEP. The university has announced that this year…
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Fall semester underway for NMSU students
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — The fall semester is in full swings for students at New Mexico State University. The new school year kicked off on…
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Schools Are Looking in Unusual Places to Deal With Teacher Shortage
Students are heading back-to-school but not all teachers are. Nationwide, school districts are dealing with what many administrators are calling the…
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Canutillo ISD preparing to ask the school board to call for bond election
EL PASO, Texas — Canutillo ISD is preparing a bond proposal for the school board to vote on, next Monday. The proposals inside the bond include…
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Chaparral Middle School students start school year with a national robotics competition title
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico — While Gadsden ISD is focusing on making sure the new school year is running smooth, the district is also celebrating its…
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Las Cruces man threatened to burn building at NSMSU, according to complaint
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A Las Cruces man is accused of threatening to burn a building at New Mexico State University. John Oliver Hamilton, 54,…
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New Mexico State University E-Sports hosts open house
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Competitive gaming has gained real traction in recent years, and New Mexico State University has an entire organization…
Continue ReadingOfficials refuse to answer key questions about Uvalde response probes as anger grows
As students prepare to go back to school, Uvalde parents expressed their frustration to the school district after they shared their new security…
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Keeping kids safe: Las Cruces charter school implementing extra safety precautions
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — In the wake of the Uvalde massacre, children’s safety while at school is on the mind of many parents across the country.…
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NM State athletics hosting happy hour to celebrate new partnership with FARMesilla
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — “Aggie Corner” will be unveiled Thursday at FARMesilla in Mesilla, NM from 4 to 7 p.m., which is being described as a…
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New Mexico parents set to serve as patrol for schools
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Gadsden Independent School District is now recruiting parents to help patrol schools. The program would be called “Parents…
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Borderland teachers training in case of an emergency
EL PASO, Texas – ‘Stop the Bleed’ is special training for medical professionals to help anyone be prepared to save a life. “The more people that we…
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Two teams are making every minute count ahead of week 1 of high school football, even if that means practicing at midnight
EL PASO, Texas — As of Monday, every high school football team in the Borderland is practicing. Some teams began back last week, but those who…
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Anthony ISD receives several grants for student programs, teacher incentives this school year
ANTHONY, Texas — Anthony ISD if one the smallest districts in the county welcoming back about 800 students this year. The district is investing in a…
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Robb Elementary Principal accepts new position in Uvalde School District
(CNN)- The principal of Robb Elementary, the site of the Uvalde School Massacre, has accepted a new position. Mandy Gutierrez will be taking a…
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The growth of a game turned sport is providing a new wave of opportunities for kids that aren’t your typical athlete
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Esports have been around for years and they’ve grown to a point where you can use the sport to get an education. For the…
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SISD working on new bus tracking system after 6 students were dropped off at wrong locations
EL PASO, Texas — The superintendent of the Socorro Independent School District is speaking out after multiple students were dropped off at wrong…
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ABC-7 XTRA: Private schools, Charter Schools tackle learning loss
EL PASO, Texas — What started as a two-week lockdown turned into months on end of online learning. The pandemic isn’t over. With students returning…
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