New Mexico is often rated dead last in terms of pre-k-12 and in terms of education overall. Example: Best States for Education | US News Best States.
Pre-election dem propaganda: The 7% pay increase that the democrat-led legislature is considering that's mentioned in the article. If they actually wanted to do it - they would have done it already.
New Mexico asks Guard to sub for sick teachers amid omicron | AP News
The governor said state workers are encouraged to participate in a spirit of public service and that no one is being drafted. The state hopes to quickly deploy 500 new substitute teachers and day care workers.
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State public education officials say volunteers from the National Guard and state agencies can qualify for substitute teaching with as little as two hours of training and a two-step background check. School districts will decide whether military personnel appear in uniform or casual dress.
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Amid longstanding teacher shortages, the Democrat-led Legislature is weighing proposals to recruit and retain teachers with a minimum 7% pay increase for all public school staff, increased minimum teacher salaries at various career stages and spending to pay off teachers' student debts.
Hey, at least the chud prophecy of "the good guy with gun" will come true. Well unless there's an maniac in the rank
"Kevin, I have told you and told you and told you not to—" Kevin throws a paper wad at him again. Is it time? The guardsman thinks about his assault rifle and handguns in his trunk.