A Different Kind of Strength
August 17, 2026
When Eugenio Nava began his path in early childhood education, he was often the only man in the room. Teaching in Spanish, where “maestra” is
When Eugenio Nava began his path in early childhood education, he was often the only man in the room. Teaching in Spanish, where “maestra” is
Great teaching is never static. Educators pay attention to what is working, make adjustments, and try new approaches to better support learning. The same is
Early Childhood Networks is transforming how early educators grow, lead, and connect. Funded by the New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department and administered
Krystel Sanchez has worn two hats: she’s APRENDE Program Director and Early Childhood Networks Regional Connector, working directly with educators who move between the two
Summer’s in full swing! There’s plenty of summer fun happening for young children across the state. From marigold crafts to toddler storytimes to movies under the
For Lynala Nakai, an early childhood instructional coach with Central Region Educational Cooperative (CREC) and Mentor Network Lead in Farmington, New Mexico, mentorship is about