Guard May Help Staffing Shortages At New Mexico Schools
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico’s governor said Thursday she’s considering seeking help from the National Guard to address COVID-19 staffing shortages at public schools, a move that could mark a first in the nation.
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said the additional help would ensure that students can remain in the classroom.
She said the state has been in discussions with the Santa Fe school district, which was forced to plan for remote learning next week.
Lujan Grisham promised to release more details soon.
The National Guard has been used in other ways during the pandemic, including driving school buses.
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