One year after Santa Fe Public Schools implemented a standards-based grading policy, many students are still adjusting to being measured by a 1-4 scale focused on skills mastery instead of the traditional A-F scale, which focuses on the final quality of work a student produces and takes into…
Kamala Harris' move to the center could bring success
Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign has been one with a time limit.
On its 10-year anniversary, 'The Sims 4' has much to celebrate
The Sims 4, the latest release of the popular life simulation game franchise, is turning 10 in September.
‘Smoked’ by Cora Thompson
Cora Thompson, a senior at The MASTERS Program, is a Generation Next contributor as well as a visual artist working in the mediums of oil paint, ink and printmaking. T…
Students at Santa Fe and Capital high schools, as well as Early College Opportunities, are readjusting in a big way this year as the schools transition back into a sev…
Political power of social media on display in election season
Social media is a daily part of life for many people across the world.
Fall is looming, and with it there’s a lot to look forward to: back to school, outdoor markets, fiestas, cooler temperatures and many new crafts to do while spending more time inside.
Here are some of the places you should look forward to visiting this fall.
It’s estimated 1 in 5 adults in America have issues understanding and reading basic sentences, according to the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy. A love for…
Teaching is an incredibly difficult job. Being a good teacher means more than planning lessons and giving students directions — it’s also being a babysitter, a counsel…
Since the beginning of the modern Olympics in 1896, each of the Games has seen changes and new events. This year, some athletes are facing a strange new challenge: the…
Let's move beyond the land acknowledgement
The statements are a start, but there is more that we all can do on an individual and governmental level to help bring justice for Indigenous people in our state.
One of the most notable things about the show is its diversity.
American Rounds, a Texas-based company, has begun installing vending machines from which customers can buy ammunition for a variety of firearms.
Biden's wise exit makes room for hope
The moment has potential to revitalize the Democratic Party’s chances at winning the 2024 election against the Republican nominee Trump, in part by engaging younger voters who felt discouraged by Biden’s age.
We need to engineer environmentalism
Following the hottest year on record, 2023, the United States’ major responsibility for the climate crisis is more apparent than ever.
For those trying to stay off social platforms while most of their peers are immersed, the path can be challenging, isolating and at times liberating.
Small businesses are a massive part of the state’s — and Santa Fe's — economy. According to the New Mexico Business Portal, New Mexico has roughly 15,000 businesses wi…
Music lovers often prefer the affordability and wide access of streaming music, but recently, more people are turning toward vinyl. According to the Recording Industry…
I recently spoke with some members of my family to learn more about what they believe is important to consider before committing to military service.
Young visual artists can turn their passion into a source of income by selling their work.
Does more time mean more learning?
Extending the school year could put rural districts in a bind, but it could be beneficial
Almost a decade later, 'Hamilton' is still a worthwhile hit
While Hamilton is wildly entertaining and impressive, it is also relevant to issues we are presently experiencing in America.
For Santa Fe high school students, there are a multitude of educational opportunities to explore.
A 2023 retelling of the classic Cinderella tale took a bolder and more local twist than many of the works we've see in the media.
Helping kids learn to read is a profound experience — for students and tutors.
“We need to support our students, especially when you look at the rates of suicidal ideation,” Capital High School Principal Jaime Holladay said.
More legislation targeting rights of transgender people
In the past few years, the number of proposed bills targeting the rights of transgender people has increased significantly.
Navigating the changes graduation brings
High school was filled with some good days, some bad days and some days that seemed to go by slower than molasses.
Public art is free and important
One place that stands out in the Railyard area is the building that used to host Warehouse 21.
Aliyah Martinez is a freshman at Pecos High School and a sketch artist who uses pencils and pens to draw realistic animals and insects. Her
Spring sports are coming to a close across New Mexico, and some Santa Fe teams dominated the state this season.
The first Monday in May is a ceremonious day for me. Every year, fashion lovers flock to their phones to watch the Met Gala red carpet livestream and voice our opinion…
Pecos Middle School teacher Jud Osborn: One of a kind in the classroom
There is a teacher at Pecos Middle School who loves the Beastie Boys, Crass and The Beatles. His name is Jud Osborn, and he has drastically changed my life. This Teach…
What's the true value of campaign cash?
Billions of dollars are spent every presidential election year by candidates. All this money comes with many questions. Where does it go? Why do political candidates n…
In Santa Fe County alone in 2021, nearly 16% of high school students had seriously considered suicide, according to the Youth Risk and Resiliency Survey.
Banned books are must-reads
As a society, we should be encouraging both children and adults to read banned books because they help foster individuals who appreciate diversity and challenge injustice.
In the U.S., the freedom to openly choose and celebrate parts of our identity, like what religion we practice and how we express our politics, is considered a fundamen…
Springtime in Santa Fe is home to many busy birds preparing nests for the breeding season.
Killer whales have had a long, contentious relationship with humans seeking to profit off them.
Climate change heats up political debate
Summer is around the corner, and some of the hottest temperatures yet could be, too.
“A student first and an athlete second” — that’s what many student athletes are told when they tell teachers about their struggles to stay afloat in school while manag…
Three books for springtime renewal
With bright, warm weather greeting the earth and spring peaking around the corner, many are familiar with the concept of spring cleaning and the feeling of renewal tha…
Close to 1 in 4 New Mexico students age 16-19 were employed in 2021, according to a report published by the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions.
Traffic surge puts New Mexico School for the Arts students at risk
There is one thing the school needs: a more visible crosswalk on Montezuma Avenue in front of the school
The rise and fall of a hand-drying rebellion
Mandela students want paper towels, but can they make their voices heard?
It’s a sad reality that youth in America face everyday: When we walk into school, our lives could be at risk.
New Mexico steps up on preventing gun violence
Though Lujan Grisham’s approach to checking gun violence in New Mexico was met with resistance, it is an issue the state needs to address.
Three states trying to shift approaches to gun safety
Here are three states that have made — or have tried to make — notable changes to gun laws.
Looking back at the highlights from the winter prep sports seasons
In 2023, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that 12.6% of U.S. high school students actively use tobacco products. Of that 12.6%, 10% use e-cigarettes, or vapes.