Friday: State officials to give schools update

SANTA FE – On Friday, March 27, from 10-11 a.m., Public Education Secretary Ryan Stewart, Early Childhood Education and Care Secretary Elizabeth Groginsky, Children, Youth and Families Secretary Brian Blalock and Indian Affairs Secretary Lynn Trujillo will host a virtual conference call with members of the media.

The state officials will discuss school closures as part of a two-pronged plan to both protect New Mexicans from COVID-19 and ensure that children are protected, fed, and educated – and that families are supported – throughout this crisis.

Media that would like to join ​must RSVP to matt.bieber@state.nm.us with the following information:

Your name and media affiliation

Whether you will log on via URL or call in via phone. If calling in by phone, please provide the number you intend to call from so our organizer will be able to unmute you to ask questions.



After your RSVP is received, you will be sent information for joining and participating in the conference.