New Albuquerque Public Schools superintendent speaks on goals [Video]

Video above: Dr. Gabriella Blakey spoke with KOAT in a one-on-one interview regarding her goals for Albuquerque Public Schools, New Mexico’s failing education, her plans to address gun violence on school grounds and more. Full interview is below.MORE: Albuquerque Public Schools board names new superintendentThe Albuquerque Schools Board selected Blakey as the next superintendent for APS on a unanimous vote in February 2024. She will be replacing current APS superintendent, Scott Elder, who has been the district’s leader since July 2020. His last day is on June 30th. Blakey begins on Monday, July 1, 2024. GoalsFaith Egbuonu: What are your two top priorities as you ease into your role as superintendent of Albuquerque Public Schools?Dr. Blakey: It’s hard to narrow down to two because I have so many things that I want to make sure we do as a school district. One is definitely making sure that we deliver on …