New Mexico public schools see decline in Native certified teachers, state education data says

New Mexico’s public education system saw a steep decrease in Native language and culture teachers over the past year, according to data recently presented to state lawmakers. Teachers certified in the 520 Native American Language and Culture Certification program play a role in the New Mexico Public Education Department’s action plan to address edu

By: Matt Mondschein

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: November 2, 2026

Words: 503

Last Updated: 5 days ago

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New Mexico’s public education system saw a steep decrease in Native language and culture teachers over the past year, according to data presented to state lawmakers on Friday.

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The state’s certification program for Native American language and culture allows experts in those fields to teach in New Mexico public and charter schools without a college degree and, if full-time, earn the annual salary …

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