27 minutes | Tuesday, October 27, 2026
This interview highlights Bloomfield School District’s new initiative to support Native American students through cultural education, community engagement, and academic support. Carlos Begay, Director of American Indian Education, and Verlynne Platero, Native American Liaison, discuss plans to preserve Indigenous languages, traditions, and cultural pride through workshops and family involvement. They also emphasize the importance of building strong relationships between students, families, schools, and tribal communities to improve attendance, belonging, and academic success. In addition, the interview recognizes the community’s efforts to support families affected by recent flooding and highlights the importance of collaboration and mutual support throughout the Four Corners region.