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Judge gives Yazzie/Martinez plaintiffs more time to respond to state’s plan

A classroom full of empty desks and chairs.

by Bella Davis, New Mexico In Depth This story was originally published at New Mexico In Depth, a NMPBS partner. A state judge on Monday gave Yazzie/Martinez plaintiffs extra time to file objections to a court-ordered Public Education Department plan to better serve public school students. The plaintiffs in the long-running education equity lawsuit had…

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Yazzie/Martinez plan still needs work, education advocates say

Two women stand at a podium presenting to a seated group; one holds a sign reading "2,633" while the others listen. A TV and banner are visible in the background.

by Bella Davis, New Mexico In Depth This story was originally published at New Mexico In Depth, a NMPBS partner. The Public Education Department’s court-ordered plan to improve education for public school students across New Mexico lacks robust community oversight and targeted investments, advocates and educators say. Those are some initial reactions shared at a…

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