Hobbs School District outlines 2025-2026 calendar options and seeks community input

The Hobbs Municipal Schools Board convened on February 26, 2025, to discuss several key topics, including the development of the school calendar for the 2025-2026 academic year and updates on legislative matters affecting education.

During the meeting, the board highlighted the ongoing process of finalizing the school calendar. After reviewing five draft options, the team aims to narrow these down to three choices for staff consideration. The proposed calendar will maintain 183 instructional days and 191 staff days, emphasizing the importance of sustained professional learning for teachers throughout the year. This approach is intended to enhance student achievement by allowing educators to build on their skills collaboratively.

In addition to the calendar discussion, board members addressed the significance of local legislative engagement. They encouraged community members to communicate with their legislators regarding educational policies and bills that impact the district. The board emphasized that local and state decisions directly affect the community and urged residents to be proactive in voicing their opinions.

The meeting also included announcements about upcoming events, such as parent-teacher conferences scheduled for the following day and the New Mexico State Basketball Tournament, where both the boys' and girls' teams are expected to perform well.

Overall, the board is set to present the finalized school calendar for adoption at the next meeting on March 25, 2025, while continuing to advocate for active community involvement in legislative matters.