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NEA-NM, the New Mexico state affiliate of the National Educators Association, has been an advocate for New Mexico Public Schools, its students, and its employees. NEA-NM fights for the best possible learning conditions for children, and working conditions for teachers and other school employees. The union is more than 5,500 active members strong, and organized into local affiliates across the state. These affiliates work for members through collective bargaining and other advocacy mechanisms, while NEA-NM works to influence policy makers at the state level.

Las Cruces School District

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below school district races on your ballot.

Patrick Nolan is running for Las Cruces School Board, District 1. Nolan was appointed to the seat in April of 2023, following the resignation of the previous member. He is also the father of a Las Cruces Public Schools student. Nolan is the current Executive Director of the non-profit organization, Friends of Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks, dedicated to protecting public lands and previously worked on several educational issues during his time as Union Representative for the American Federation of Teachers New Mexico.

Nolan’s daughter attending the school district, and his desire to make school a critical piece to overall community well being, are what drives his interest in continuing to serve his seat in Las Cruces Public Schools, District 1. Patrick Nolan’s priorities are to support staff; address transportation issues; ensure well maintained, safe, and well-designed buildings; and provide more options for after school programs for students.

We recommend Patrick Nolan for Las Cruces Public Schools, District 1.

Patrick Nolan is running for Las Cruces School Board, District 1. Nolan was appointed to the seat in April of 2023, following the resignation of the previous member. He is also the father of a Las Cruces Public Schools student. Nolan is the current Executive Director of the non-profit organization, Friends of Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks, dedicated to protecting public lands and previously worked on several educational issues during his time as Union Representative for the American Federation of Teachers New Mexico.

Nolan’s daughter attending the school district, and his desire to make school a critical piece to overall community well being, are what drives his interest in continuing to serve his seat in Las Cruces Public Schools, District 1. Patrick Nolan’s priorities are to support staff; address transportation issues; ensure well maintained, safe, and well-designed buildings; and provide more options for after school programs for students.

We recommend Patrick Nolan for Las Cruces Public Schools, District 1.

Teresa Tenorio is running for her second term as Las Cruces School Board Member for District 4. Tenorio is currently the President of the Board. In her first term, she fought hard for equitable policies; stood with students and teachers on policies such as Equity and Excellence for All Students and Gender Inclusion in Schools; as well as oversaw two difficult transitions for the Superintendent. Tenorio routinely speaks up during meetings for good policy. She is also extremely active in the community and schools, regularly showing up for -- and participating in -- events with teachers and students.

 

Tenorio’s years of experience in the education sector, and having three children of her own attending Las Cruces Public Schools, drive her interest in running for reelection. Beyond her school board responsibilities, legislatively she supported the safe storage act for firearms, funding for energy efficiency in schools, 80/20 health insurance for school employees, and funding to meet student health needs. Tenorio’s priorities are to make sure the foundation of education is strong for our children through policy, budget, and support and oversight of the superintendent.

We recommend Teresa Tenorio for Las Cruces Public Schools, District 4.
 

Teresa Tenorio is running for her second term as Las Cruces School Board Member for District 4. Tenorio is currently the President of the Board. In her first term, she fought hard for equitable policies; stood with students and teachers on policies such as Equity and Excellence for All Students and Gender Inclusion in Schools; as well as oversaw two difficult transitions for the Superintendent. Tenorio routinely speaks up during meetings for good policy. She is also extremely active in the community and schools, regularly showing up for -- and participating in -- events with teachers and students.

 

Tenorio’s years of experience in the education sector, and having three children of her own attending Las Cruces Public Schools, drive her interest in running for reelection. Beyond her school board responsibilities, legislatively she supported the safe storage act for firearms, funding for energy efficiency in schools, 80/20 health insurance for school employees, and funding to meet student health needs. Tenorio’s priorities are to make sure the foundation of education is strong for our children through policy, budget, and support and oversight of the superintendent.

We recommend Teresa Tenorio for Las Cruces Public Schools, District 4.
 

Edward “Ed” Frank is running for Las Cruces Public Schools, District 5. Ed Frank was a math teacher for 39 years at the middle school, high school, and community college levels. Frank has previously served as an Las Cruces Public Sc hools (LCPS) board member after being elected in 2015. He was a progressive member of the board and continues to advocate for student safety, valuing teachers, and improving standards and evaluations for students and teachers. Frank previously served as the Vice-President of the National Educators Association in Pennsylvania.

Franks’ 39 years as a teacher drives his interest in running for school board. Ed Frank’s priorities are for all students to feel safe at school; for educators to feel valued and appreciated; to implement appropriate and multi-faceted evaluations for students and educators; and to have exceptional student outcomes.

We recommend Ed Frank for Las Cruces Public Schools, District 5.

Edward “Ed” Frank is running for Las Cruces Public Schools, District 5. Ed Frank was a math teacher for 39 years at the middle school, high school, and community college levels. Frank has previously served as an Las Cruces Public Sc hools (LCPS) board member after being elected in 2015. He was a progressive member of the board and continues to advocate for student safety, valuing teachers, and improving standards and evaluations for students and teachers. Frank previously served as the Vice-President of the National Educators Association in Pennsylvania.

Franks’ 39 years as a teacher drives his interest in running for school board. Ed Frank’s priorities are for all students to feel safe at school; for educators to feel valued and appreciated; to implement appropriate and multi-faceted evaluations for students and educators; and to have exceptional student outcomes.

We recommend Ed Frank for Las Cruces Public Schools, District 5.