Laguna Department of Education

Laguna Department of Education The Laguna Department of Education (LDoE) is a tribal education system in Laguna, New Mexico Original plans called for the B.I.A. of Education.

Welcome to the Official Laguna Department of Education page. We will cover all departments, Laguna Elementary, Laguna Middle School, Division of Early Childhood and Partners for Success. The Pueblo of Laguna, through tribal sovereignty and the establishment of the Laguna Department of Education (LDoE), has been determining its own educational destiny since its inception. It is a young and

progressive tribal education system built upon a model of shared decision making and focused on providing quality programs that address the educational needs of all Laguna people. We strive to improve and strengthen academic achievement by creating a disciplined, healthy and safe environment that is conducive to learning. The Pueblo of Laguna's Tribal Council took a historic educational step when it won the right to build a new middle school through a judicial decision. to construct the new facility; however, the Laguna Tribal Council developed the strategy of acquiring the funds from the Bureau of Indian Affairs through a Public Law 93-638 contract. The construction process was an overwhelming success, and the B.I.A. acknowledged the success of the approach the tribe took in building the facility. The Department of Education

The success of the Laguna Middle School construction project was the impetus for the Tribal Council to establish its own Department of Education to operate the new middle school and other programs such as Administrative Services, Early Childhood Programs, and Facilities Management. More recently, the Laguna Elementary School and the Partners for Successprogram have been added to the Department. A Board of Education was appointed by the Tribal Council to oversee the operation of educational services and in 1992 the Department began operations. Over the past several years, the Department has experienced tremendous growth with the reorganization of the Division of Early Childhood, and the transfer of the Laguna Higher Education program. The Laguna Early Childhood program was established in 1993 as a home-based early intervention program for children with special needs under the age of three. Later that same year, the program received a Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) to fund the Laguna Child Care Center. By November, 1994, the Tribal Council made a formal decision re-establishing the Laguna Head Start program under the Laguna Dept. With these programs now serving over 250 children and their families, the LDoE School Board established the Division of Early Childhood to manage these programs jointly. In May of 1995, a revised Educational Scholarship Ordinance was passed by the Tribal Council, providing almost three times as much funding than in previous years for higher education. Originally, the Laguna Higher Education was under the administration of the tribe but was later transferred over to the LDoE

LES Cross Country Schedule 2026
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LES Cross Country Schedule 2026

LES/LMS Menu · August 2026
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LES/LMS Menu · August 2026

August 3, 2026Dear LDOE Families,Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year! Our LDOE faculty and staff have returned and are ...
08/04/2026

August 3, 2026

Dear LDOE Families,

Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year! Our LDOE faculty and staff have returned and are busy preparing to welcome our students back for another exciting year of learning, growth, and success.

I am pleased to share that both Laguna Elementary School and Laguna Middle School are fully staffed. We have successfully filled all teaching positions, including our middle school math and elementary classroom positions. LDOE is committed to providing every student with the quality education they deserve.

I know the Laguna Department of Education has experienced many changes over the past several months, and I understand that change can sometimes bring uncertainty. Please know that our staff is ready to welcome every and are committed to working together to provide a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment where every child can learn, grow, and succeed.

We are excited to kick off the new school year with our Back-to-School Bash on Friday, August 7, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at both Laguna Elementary School and Laguna Middle School. We are asking all families to attend to ensure a successful start to the school year. Students and families will:
• Receive class assignments (LES) or student schedules (LMS).
• Meet teachers and school staff.
• Pick up backpacks, school supplies, and student agendas.
• Drop off any remaining registration or school paperwork.
• Obtain bus route information for the first day of school.

Please note that August 7 is not a regular school day, so transportation will not be provided.

If you have not registered your child for the upcoming school year, please do so as soon as possible. We are finalizing class lists and schedules this week, and students will receive their classroom assignments or schedules during the Back-to-School Bash. If you need help with registration, please contact Laguna Elementary School at (505) 552-9200 or Laguna Middle School at (505) 552-9091. We are happy to help.

We would also like to make families aware of an important change to the instructional calendar. This year, our school day will be Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We will have one Professional Development Day each month (no school for students) and one monthly Culture Day that will provide students with meaningful opportunities to learn about and celebrate Laguna culture, traditions, and values throughout the year.

As Interim Superintendent, I am excited about the year ahead. I believe that when families, schools, and our community work together, our students can accomplish amazing things. Thank you for trusting us with your children each day. We look forward to partnering with you to make this a successful and memorable school year.

Sincerely,
Jude Garcia
Interim Superintendent
Laguna Department of Education

07/23/2026
LES/LMS Parents & Guardians, Please check your mail for important Back-to-School information! www.lagunaed.net
07/20/2026

LES/LMS Parents & Guardians, Please check your mail for important Back-to-School information! www.lagunaed.net

Apply for Employment & Training Assistance through Partners For Success! Native Americans Only. You must reside in the P...
07/06/2026

Apply for Employment & Training Assistance through Partners For Success! Native Americans Only. You must reside in the PFS service area: Laguna, Acoma, Grants, Albuquerque (New Mexico). Apply starting July 6, 2026: www.partnersforsuccess.us

The Fall 2026 Direct Education ScholarshipApplication window opens Monday, July 13th! www.partnersforsuccess.us
07/02/2026

The Fall 2026 Direct Education Scholarship
Application window opens Monday, July 13th! www.partnersforsuccess.us

Apply for College Tuition Assistance through Partners For Success!Associate Degree Only. Native American Students Only. ...
07/01/2026

Apply for College Tuition Assistance through Partners For Success!
Associate Degree Only. Native American Students Only. You must reside in the PFS service area: Laguna, Acoma, Grants, Albuquerque (New Mexico). Apply starting July 6, 2026: www.partnersforsuccess.us

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11 Rodeo Drive
Laguna, NM
87026

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+15055526008

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