The Aztec News

07/21/2026

We have a 69 kv transmission line that has tripped. This is affecting numerous customers as well as the city of Aztec. Crews are headed to patrol the lines. This could possibly be a staggered restoration of power once portions of the line are cleared for a safe return to service.

07/21/2026

The New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services (NMDVS) Mobile Outreach Vehicle will be in Aztec at the Aztec City Hall, 201 W Chaco St, Aztec, NM 87410, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, 2026.

Veterans can meet one-on-one with a Veteran Service Officer for assistance with VA and New Mexico State benefit applications. Our team will also provide guidance on healthcare, compensation, pensions, education benefits, and state programs and services available to veterans and their families.

Documents needed to verify eligibility:

A copy of DD-214, NA 13038, NOAA Form 56-16, or PHS Form 1867
VA Award Letter showing the percentage of disability and any other VA correspondence related to claiming benefits
NM Driver’s License, ID, voter registration card, or the most recent NM Personal Income Tax Return
Widow/Widower copy of marriage and death certificates

This is an opportunity to ask questions, receive information, and get help claiming the benefits you have earned.

07/18/2026

🎒 Taste of Kindergarten – Register Now! 🍎✏️

Is your child getting ready to start kindergarten? Join us for Taste of Kindergarten, a fun half-day event designed to help children and families prepare for their first day of school!

During this special event, families will:
🍎 Meet school staff
🏫 Tour the school
📚 Experience classroom activities
🚌 Learn about bus safety
👨‍👩‍👧 Attend a parent workshop

Every student will receive:
🎒 A Math & Literacy Learning Kit Backpack
📁 Folders
✏️ Pencils
🖍️ Colored Pencils
✂️ Scissors
🧴 Glue
🖍️ Crayons

📅 August 10
⏰ 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Register today—we can’t wait to welcome our newest kindergarten students!

07/17/2026

📣 Registration for the 2026–2027 School Year Opens July 28! 🧡🖤

As Aztec Municipal School District transitions from PowerSchool to Synergy, the registration process will look a little different this year.

Returning Students
🖥️ Online Registration: July 28 – August 4

We'll be sharing the registration link along with step-by-step instructions very soon, so stay tuned to our social media channels and website for everything you need to complete your student's registration.

New Students
🏫 Families enrolling a student new to Aztec Schools will need to register in person at their student's school during the registration period.

We're excited to launch our new student information system and appreciate your patience as we make this transition. Our goal is to make registration as smooth and simple as possible for every family.

Stay tuned—more information is coming soon!

07/16/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Stacie Briggs! 🎉
After years of dedication, extensive training, traveling, coursework, and personal sacrifice, Stacie Briggs has officially earned the credential of Registered Play Therapist!
This achievement represents countless hours of professional development and a deep commitment to supporting the emotional well-being of children. Play therapy is a specialized, evidence-based approach that helps children express themselves, process emotions, build resilience, and develop healthy coping skills through the language they know best—play.
We are incredibly proud of Stacie's perseverance and grateful for the expertise and compassion she brings to our students, families, and school community every day.
Please join us in congratulating Stacie on this outstanding professional accomplishment! 💙🧡

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