NMSU Head Start marks turnaround with record enrollment
NMSU Head Start leaders say the program has emerged from federal probation with 99% enrollment, expanded services and a renewed focus on Doña Ana County families.
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Higher Education Department announces $10M in on-campus childcare expansions
New Mexico higher education officials announced $10 million for on-campus child care expansions that could add seats for more than 1,260 children.
3 Republicans appeal universal childcare lawsuit to New Mexico Supreme Court
Three Republicans have appealed to the New Mexico Supreme Court after a judge dismissed their lawsuit challenging the state’s universal child care program.
Judge rejects lawsuit challenging New Mexico Gov. Lujan Grisham’s universal childcare program
A judge rejected a Republican-backed lawsuit challenging New Mexico’s universal childcare program, though plaintiffs say they plan to appeal.
New Mexico rises from last to 49th in child welfare in national KIDS COUNT survey
New Mexico rose from last to 49th in the national KIDS COUNT rankings, but advocates say children and families still face major challenges.
Judge: New Mexico must halt universal childcare or contest ruling
A judge ordered New Mexico to pause its universal childcare program or defend it in court after a lawsuit challenged how the expansion was implemented.
