Ysleta ISD feeding hundreds of kids after school through ‘Supper Program’
EL PASO, Texas — Times are tough for families across the borderland. Some are not sure where their next meal will come from. To help, the Ysleta…
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NMSU graduate workers express continued outrage, concern to university leaders at regents meeting
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — “You actively work to ensure that we remain in poverty!” These are just some of the brash words spoken at Thursday’s…
Continue ReadingBrooklyn Public Library has issued 5,100 free library cards to make banned books available for teens
By Nicole Chavez, CNN As some public and school libraries pulled books from their shelves earlier this year, New York City’s Brooklyn Public…
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Bowie Bears come out in hundreds to celebrate 100 years of legacy
EL PASO, Texas — Bowie High a school in South Central El Paso celebrated 100 years of legacy. Three days of festivities included a parade and…
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Jefferson High School lockdown lifted; student taken into custody after knife found
EL PASO, Texas — Jefferson High School was placed on lockdown between 3 and 4:30 p.m. Wednesday due to a report of a person with a weapon. According…
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Abbott says raising the age to buy an assault-style rifle is “unconstitutional” based on recent court rulings
Editor’s note: This story contains explicit language. Gov. Greg Abbott said Wednesday that it would be unconstitutional to increase the minimum age…
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El Paso Sheriff’s Office identifies educator accused of having improper relationship with student
EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office has identified a man accused of having an improper relationship with a student. The Sheriff’s…
Continue ReadingWhy teachers are burning out and leaving districts scrambling to fill jobs
By Gabe Cohen, CNN When the bell rings at Casa Grande Union High School, more than seventy sophomores pile into Stacy Brady’s biology class.…
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Canutillo, El Paso ISD’s to open public Montessori schools
EL PASO, Texas — The Montessori school is another option for parents to consider when it comes to their child’s education. Canutillo’s Pre-K…
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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…
Continue Reading 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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