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New Mexico executes historic expansion of New Mexico PreK partnership with tribes, pueblos, and nations

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Press ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 27, 2023 CONTACT Office of the Governor – Michelle Lujan Grisham (state.nm.us)   As part of the historic expansion of early childhood education services announced last week at the White House, the state is...

Gov. Lujan Grisham announces historic expansion of PreK programs in New Mexico – Funding includes more than 550 new PreK slots for tribes, nations and pueblos

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Press ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 19, 2023 CONTACT Office of Gov. Lujan GrishamOffice of the Governor – Michelle Lujan Grisham (state.nm.us)   WASHINGTON, D.C. – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced at the White House today the largest-ever...

Cotillion Sneddy of Navajo Nation appointed as new ECECD Assistant Secretary for Native American Early Education and Care

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Press ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 5, 2022 CONTACT Jessica PrestonPR Specialist Email: jessica.preston@ececd.nm.govMobile: (505) 699-59371120 Paseo De PeraltaSanta Fe, NM 87501 Cotillion Sneddy of Navajo Nation appointed as new ECECD Assistant Secretary for...

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      • Local Early Childhood System Building Coalitions
    • Grant and RFP Opportunities
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    • Open ECECD Positions
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    • Parents’ Guide to Selecting Quality Child Care
    • Apply for Services
    • New Mexico Child Care Finder
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    • Moments Together – Make your moments together opportunities to learn! They’re never too young.
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    • Developing Futures
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    • Regulatory Oversight Unit
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