One of the highlights of tonight's agenda is the recognition of Lucy Madrid, who will be honored as the New Mexico Association for Bilingual Education Teacher of the Year. Madrid's dedication to fostering bilingualism and multicultural understanding in the classroom has garnered praise and admiration from her peers and the wider educational community. Her exemplary efforts underscore the district's commitment to promoting diversity and excellence in education.
Furthermore, the Board will deliberate on changes to graduation requirements, reflecting the district's ongoing commitment to academic excellence and student success.
In addition to these substantive discussions, the Board will also consider and approve various funding requests and resolutions aimed at supporting educational initiatives and enhancing the overall learning experience for students.
Superintendent Chavez will present her monthly report, providing valuable insights into the district's progress and highlighting key developments and initiatives.
Looking ahead, the Board has announced a Special Meeting scheduled for May 2, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss and consider the approval of policies from the NM School Boards Association that the district will be adopting for the upcoming school year.
Additionally, the Board will consider the approval of the final budget for FY25.
Following these deliberations, the Board will adjourn the Open Meeting and move into Closed Session, with no action to be taken.