Press Releases

NEA-New Mexico President Bethany Jarrell is calling for limits on surveillance technology in public schools, supporting exterior security cameras for safety while opposing automated license plate readers and unnecessary monitoring of educators.

After four years of preparation, an organizing committee of faculty from across the NMSU system will deliver union authorization cards to the Public Employee Labor Relations Board in Albuquerque on Friday, March 8, 2024.

The union was invited to send a NEA-NM member to join local elected officials and other community leaders sharing personal stories of the impact the Biden-Harris Administration’s investment in New Mexico has had on the state’s diverse communities and people’s everyday lives.

Guided by a vision to strengthen San Juan College (SJC) through improved working conditions for faculty and a stronger learning environment for students, the San Juan College Education Association (SJCEA), an affiliate of NEA-NM, successfully secured its first collective bargaining contract, which goes into effect immediately.

NEA-New Mexico President Mary Parr-Sánchez provided the following statement in response to the Governor lifting the mask mandate.

Parr-Sánchez supports Gov. Lujan Grisham's end of the mask mandate.

NEA-New Mexico President Mary Parr-Sanchez provided the following statement in reaction to the Governor’s remarks.

Educators from all Corners of New Mexico Seek Relief from Effects of Staffing Crisis by Advocating for Respect for Educational Profession, Recruitment of More Educators, and Retention of Veteran Educators

Volunteers, including local artists, educators, students, and community members participated in the National Education Association – Santa Fe (NEA-SF) first art build at Milagro Middle School.

From day one, Governor Lujan Grisham has listened to educators and responded to their needs and the needs of students while simultaneously managing the effects of a global pandemic.