The Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education re-elected Yolanda Montoya-Cordova for a second term as president during a Wednesday meeting. Peggy Muller-Aragón was also re-elected as vice president and Courtney Jackson will again be secretary. Muller-Aragón will serve as chair of the board’s Audit Committee, a position which is usually held by the vice president. Crystal Tapia-Romero will chair the Finance Committee and Danielle Gonzales will chair the Policy Committee. Each term is for one year.
Author: Kevin Hendricks
Kevin Hendricks
Kevin, also known as Steak Sauce, is a reporter for the Neighborhood Journal with a focus on the Ventana Ranch area. He has over 14 years of journalism experience, including reporting, editing and page design.
The Albuquerque Police Department is looking in to five recent shootings at the homes of local elected leaders. APD said in a release that no one was injured in the shootings but damage was done to each home. Detectives are working to determine whether the shootings are related at the homes of Bernalillo County Commissioners Adriann Barboa and Debbie O’Malley and of State Sen. Linda Lopez. “Our detectives have collected evidence from all three homes and we are working as quickly as possible with federal partners to analyze the evidence,” APD Chief Harold Medina said. “I have spoken with Commissioners…
Open enrollment is officially open for Albuquerque Fire Rescue’s 101st Cadet Class. The class begins in August and registration can be completed online or in person at Albuquerque Fire Training Academy. Salary 20-week Training Academy Cadet/firefighter $17.02/hour Cadet/paramedic firefighter $20.80/hour First year annual salary Probationary firefighter $39,545.22 Probationary paramedic firefighter $45,617 Second year annual salary Firefighter $62,196.42 Paramedic firefighter $64,933.44 Plus, there is a $15,000 hiring bonus for paramedics. For more information, click here.
The Albuquerque Police Department announced in a release this week that it has teamed up with local partners to create a working group that will assist the city on recruiting efforts to hire more members of the African American community. The purpose of the group is to recruit black men, women and young adults to enroll in the Police Service Aide Program, as well as become Police Officers. APD also plans to work to recruit qualified individuals to fill civilian positions through institutions like the University of New Mexico, Central New Mexico Community College, and other state universities and colleges. …
Cleveland High School was hit by vandals over the holiday weekend. A message was sent to students, staff, and administration, notifying them that the campus incurred “significant vandalism and damage.” Graffiti was spray-painted on a wall near the football field and reportedly on other structures that had just been installed. Rio Rancho Public Schools is offering a $500 reward for information leading to the arrest of the offenders. Anyone with information is asked to contact Cleveland High School security or the Rio Rancho Police Department. Cleveland High School issued this statement: “Over the winter break, V. Sue Cleveland High School…
Ma’s Tea House, a popular spot known for tasty drinks and good vibes, is hosting a Spring 2023 youth soccer registration event for the Westside United Soccer Club on Jan. 15. Girls and boys from ages 3-16 can sign up for the spring season at Ma’s from noon-3 p.m. Registration can also be completed online. Westside United Soccer Club Divisions Wee Ones Academy: Age 3, $90 for spring season. No games, just a very basic introduction to soccer. Recreational Division: Ages 4-16, $130 per player for spring season. Eight games total. Competitive Division: Ages 8-16, $320 per player for spring…
Geneology Guide Jan. 3, 5-6 p.m.; Jan. 7, 11 a.m.-noon; Jan. 17, 5-6 p.m.; Jan. 21, 11 a.m.- noon. Sign up for a free, individualized, one-on-one genealogy session. Explore your ancestry, discover family connections, and learn how to use databases and websites to conduct your own research. Music & Movement Every Wednesday from 11:15 a.m.-noon. An interactive storytime where children will develop early literacy skills through music, dancing, singing, stories, and the exploration of simple musical concepts. Baby/Toddler Storytime Every Thursday from 11:15-11:45 a.m. Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, fingerplays…
The Albuquerque Institute of Music is waiving registration fees as a way to celebrate the new year. From now until Jan. 10, there will be no charge for registration or trial lessons when new students sign up for weekly classes. The new year deal will save new students a total of $72.99. Albuquerque Institute of Music has been giving music lessons since 2016 and has won several awards as one of the city’s top music schools. The school offers private lessons in: Saxaphone Flute Oboe Clarinet Voice Piano Guitar/bass Strings For more information, call or text 505-209-8517.
Defined Fitness opened its newest location Monday in Rio Rancho.The gym at 1640 Rio Rancho Blvd., offers hydro massage, a cycling studio, a turf training area, stretching areas, more than $1 million in new fitness equipment and the largest outdoor workout space in New Mexico.Dozens were lined up waiting to get a workout in Monday morning. Previous Next
School ratings are a major factor for prospective homeowners trying to decide what neighborhood to buy in. The Neighborhood Journal will feature a different school in the northeast and northwest Albuquerque each week to help you understand how schools in those neighborhoods are performing. Below you will find stats and rankings from Greatschools.org that will help you navigate the school scores in your neighborhood. Sunset View Elementary School Sunset View Elementary School was established in 2009 in northwest Albuquerque. GreatSchool Ratings Sunset View Elementary School has an 6/10 rating, and 12 reviewers have given the school three out of five stars. Sunset…