Community Matters: Communities in Schools of NM
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Communities In Schools of New Mexico
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
The mission of Communities In Schools of New Mexico is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and succeed in life. Through its evidence-based approach, adapted to meet each school’s unique needs, Communities In Schools strategically aligns and delivers needed resources so that students can focus on learning.
Executive Director Julia Bergen and Site Coordinator Adrian Sotelo join us on this episode of Community Matters to discuss their important work serving the Santa Fe Public Schools.
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About Community Matters
Our monthly radio show invites subject experts and community leaders to talk about the challenges and inequities our region faces and possible solutions that could contribute to its growth. Hosted by Santa Fe Community Foundation Philanthropy HUB Coordinator, Yolanda Cruz, Community Matters airs on the third Wednesday of every month at 6:00 PM on KSFR (101.1 FM).
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