Structured Literacy

Fostering Authentic Family School Relationships

Fostering Authentic Family School Relationships

Courtesy Photo: Running in support of Chaparral Elementary.Working together ensures student successBy Erica Martinez-Maestas I write this from a place of deep love, care, and commitment for our local students, families, and educators. I’m born and raised in Santa Fe,...

Comprehensive Tutoring Services Available

Comprehensive Tutoring Services Available

Courtesy photo: Tutor helping St. Michael’s middle school student prepare for final exam in math.Free SAT Preparation Tutoring at the City Teen CenterBy Louise Yakey Everyone has had the experience of feeling lost in a class. Tutoring provides the one-on-one and small...

Eighth Graders’ Graduation Speeches Give Me Reason to Hope

Eighth Graders’ Graduation Speeches Give Me Reason to Hope

Courtesy photo: Aniella y Paloma con otras compañeras de clase disfrutan en un campamento escolar.What true confidence and self-esteem sound likeBy Darya Glass I love summer because it gives teachers time to recharge their passion and optimism for another school year....

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...

The Parents Guide to Maximizing Summer Learning

The Parents Guide to Maximizing Summer Learning

Adobe Stock PhotoSimple steps to keep kids learning, growing, and thriving all break longBy Amanda Aragon Summer is almost here. That means campfires, summer sports, lake trips, and countless chances to make lasting memories set against New Mexico’s breathtaking...