Preschool

Giving the Gift of Reading

Giving the Gift of Reading

Courtesy photo: Bryan smiling at his tutor Hugo.Learning to read with joy and the science of readingBy Rayna Dineen Reading Quest, a Santa Fe nonprofit, is offering free individual one-on-one tutoring sessions this summer for students in grades K-8 who struggle with...

Northern New Mexico Roots Drive Charter School Leader

Northern New Mexico Roots Drive Charter School Leader

Adobe Stock ImageAndrew Faber Nestled quietly in Albuquerque’s North Valley, an unassuming charter school has positioned itself as a national leader in public education. The Albuquerque Sign Language Academy (ASLA) opened its doors in 2010 to provide a different...

Ready, Set, School!

Ready, Set, School!

Do you have a child who is starting preschool this fall? As a preschool teacher I am often asked, “What does school readiness look like for a 3- or 4-year-old? How can I best prepare for this transition?” We hear a lot about kindergarten readiness — do children know...

Kids Need Time with Kids!

Kids Need Time with Kids!

Kids Need Time with Kids! Why this mom thinks some COVID risk is worth it to socialize children By Aurora HvidstenI found out I was pregnant in February 2019. And like many first-time parents, I was thrilled.   Every day, I envisioned life with my new baby: dinner at...