Category: Community

My Story I am a Native New Mexican and an enrolled member of the Oglala Sioux Tribe in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. I have been with my husband Dominic since I was 17. We moved to Albuquerque in 2003 so I could finish my bachelor’s degree and to start a family. We have two daughters,…

My Story I live in Corrales with my husband who is a ceramic artist, as well as a house painter. My mom lives here in New Mexico, and my dad lives in Idaho. We are from California, where my sister still lives. In my free time I run (training for a half-marathon as of 11/21),…

My Story I have a husband who is the kindest man ever and my favorite person in the universe! I also have two sisters who I love dearly. I like to workout, hike, and do yoga. I read when I have the time. I also love spending time with friends or binging a great show….

My Story I’m currently working on my second book and trying to learn French. This summer, my partner and I will be traveling to Portugal. In my free time I love to travel, cook Italian food, listen to music, work in the garden, read, and spend time with friends. What I Love About Menaul School…

My Story My family is all from New Mexico, so I am a born and raised Burqueno. They are wild and loud but some of the most welcoming people you will ever meet. They are the reason I’m a teacher and specifically why I’m a teacher at Menaul. My dad and aunties attended Menaul School….

My Story My partner and I arrived in Albuquerque in 2003 from Austin. We have grown to love Albuquerque. Our ten-year-old son, Luther, loves playing soccer. We have been trying to convince the rest of our family to move to Albuquerque, too. So far, we’ve convinced Grandma and Grandpa Brose to relocate from Washington State….

My Story My family is from Jamaica. I am part of the first generation in my family to be born in England from the Windrush movement. I have 2 brothers and 2 sisters (I am second to last). I have a 5 year-old son Camron who loves football (the real football). That is to my…

Coach Lauren, who led current 2A district 2 champs (6-0) to the state playoffs this year, hails from Denton, Texas. Coach has 3 sisters and 2 nephews, who she returns home to visit as often as possible. Coach came to Menaul School as a Young Adult Volunteer about three years ago — a YAV is…

My Story My husband and I met through soccer. He was my soccer coach! We have 3 wonderful children: Tod Jr., Cora, and Tigerlilly. Tod Jr. and his wife Barbara have two beautiful boys, my grandsons. In our free time, we love movies and outdoor activities. We enjoy snow skiing, paddle boarding, camping, hiking, soccer…

My Story I have been married to my wife Sandy for 4 decades. She is a marvelous woman and I have an equally amazing daughter, Sonya, who will soon graduate from UNM. If I was not a teacher I would be a field biologist. Outside of School Spending time in my studio daily is important…

Author: Mr. Garcia As the music faded away and the students began to disperse… An air of happiness filled the air. There was finally something to celebrate. The past school year put a damper on gatherings and spirits as the pandemic set in. This year brought a welcome relief as the courtyard was filled with…