Jeff Bingaman United States Senator from New Mexico

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman reported today that three New Mexico school districts have been awarded a total of $926,408 in grant to establish and expand counseling programs in elementary and secondary schools.

"School counselors are key members of a child's educational team.  I am glad this funding will invest in school counseling programs in our state," Bingaman said.

The following school districts were awarded grants through the U.S. Department of Education:

• Peñasco Independent Schools: $352,628
• Northeast Regional Education Cooperative in Las Vegas: $322,784
• Fort Sumner Municipal Schools: $250,996

Bingaman also announced that the New Mexico State University was awarded $239,704 for a project that prepares teachers to work with students with disabilities.