A word from Ms. Nicole Goodman, Student Support Coordinator about what Black History Month means to her and to Siembra:

Black History Month is a time of reflection and appreciation of the collective accomplishments of African-Americans both past and present. It should be noted the many societal advancements that have come forth as a result of fighting for equality. With social justice being at the forefront of Siembra’s mission, I urge you to take time this month to learn more about the contributions made by African-Americans. 

 There’s no better way to continue to add to the momentum of Black History Month than using this time to give back to your community. This can be achieved through volunteering, attending a black history month, writing letters to local and national government officials, and educating ourselves on prominent African-Americans who have helped shape this country. 

Here at Siembra, we strive to celebrate diversity and we welcome it. Our students are provided a safe space to express themselves, explore different cultures, and challenge themselves and their communities to make a difference. 

“History has shown us that courage can be contagious, and hope can take on a life of its own.”

         -Michelle Obama

We want to extend a warm welcome to our new Student Support Director, Ms. Monica Baldwin. We are honored to have her here and to push our Student Support pillar to the greatest extent!

A word from Ms. Baldwin:

I am a native to the beautiful state of New Mexico, born and raised in Albuquerque. I come from a large family, many with backgrounds dedicated to education. I have one child of my own, and many others that I love like my own. Spending time outdoors; soaking up the sun, adventuring in mountains and near bodies of water, brings me peace. In my spare time I like to travel, bake and do DIY home renovation projects.

While this is my first formal position in education, I have spent many years in healthcare dedicated to serving underserved populations. My mission at Siembra is to provide a safe and caring environment for all students. I understand that for some young people, Siembra may be the only place that they are loved and valued and are free to flourish into their best selves. I'm a firm believer that all it takes is one person to make a difference.