Dona Ana Community College loses nursing accreditation
The National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission denied Dona Ana Community College’s nursing program, affecting its associate degree status. The college says students remain eligible to take the national licensing exam and seek nursing jobs, while critics say accreditation is essential for employment and further schooling.
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Feds open competition for school grants
The Education Department launches Race to the Top district grants inviting the poorest districts to compete for nearly 400 million dollars. Grants range from five to forty million with 15 to 25 winners based on size and poverty metrics. Districts must adopt evaluation systems by 2014 2015 and signals of intent are due by August with applications due October 30.
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NM groups plan lawsuit over Latino education gap
A coalition led by the Latino Education Task Force says it will sue New Mexico for failing to close the achievement gap between Latino and white students. The press conference at Albuquerque High School will unveil details with MALDEF aiding and LULAC preparing its own constitutional challenge amid Gov. Martinez’s push to offer training for educators after recent D and F grades.
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Extreme heat drives shelters and cooling centers across region
Heat expected to reach 113 as shelters add beds for up to 150. Los Angeles pools stay open and recreation centers serve as cooling centers. People flee to lakes and beaches while wildfires raise air quality concerns and forecasts warn of possible severe storms and hail in San Diego.
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Gayle Street Closure for Sewer Line Work Start Wednesday
Gayle Street from South Main to South Lea will close to thru traffic starting Wednesday through August 30 for sewer line construction. motorists should use alternate routes and heed traffic control signs.
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Farley’s gesture rewards Montes with bike and clothes
Montes receives a bike, two helmets and new back-to-school clothes from Farley’s, a surprise aimed at raising community awareness and aiding lower-income families. Hoffman hopes the act sparks a wider chain reaction of support. Assistant manager Josh Williams praises Montes as a reliable worker and notes the gesture benefits her daughter.
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