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Carlsbad Municipal School District

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Instruction

Instruction

Instruction Office
408 N. Canyon Street
Carlsbad, NM 88220
📞 (575) 234-3300
📠 (575) 234-3367
🕐 Mon-Fri | 8:00am - 4:00pm

Welcome to the Instruction Department

At Carlsbad Municipal Schools, the Instruction Department is focused on one goal: helping every student succeed. We support teachers, staff, and school leaders by providing high-quality curriculum, instructional materials, professional development, and real-time guidance. Our work helps ensure effective instruction in every classroom and supports a strong foundation for student growth.

Our team is service-oriented and solution-focused. We work closely with educators to offer practical support, timely resources, and clear feedback. Whether it’s navigating day-to-day challenges or planning for long-term success, we’re here to help teachers and schools deliver the best possible learning experience for all students.

 

Leadership

  • Allison Hervol
    Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, and Federal Programs
  • Steven Speyrer
    Assistant Superintendent of School Leadership and Student Services

Curriculum & Instruction Teams

  • Jennifer Timme
    Director of Curriculum & Instruction jennifer.timme@carlsbadschools.net
  • Felina Rascon
    Administrative Assistant felina.rascon@carlsbadschools.net
  • Carrie Barron

    Elementary ELA Curriculum Specialist and Digital Support

    carrie.barron@carlsbadschools.net
    (575) 234-3305, ext. 1948

    Caitlin Pittman

    Secondary ELA Curriculum Specialist and Digital Support

    caitlin.pittman@carlsbadschools.net
    (575) 234-3305, ext. 1924

    Elementary Support

    • HMH
    • Amira
    • Lexia
    • Heggerty
    • Exact Path
    • Letrs
    • Waterford
    • Three Cheers for Pre-K
    • ESGI
    • Istation
    • ELA Curriculum Maps
    • ELA Curriculum Pacing
    • Constitution Week
    • Education Week
    • PLC Support
    • Provide professional development for curriculum resources
    • Individual meetings with teachers for curriculum support

    Secondary Support

    • HMH – Writable
    • CommonLit
    • SpringBoard
    • Exact Path
    • Lexia Power Up
    • Spelling Bee
    • Data Analysis
    • ELA Curriculum Maps
    • ELA Curriculum Pacing
    • PLC Support
    • Provide professional development for curriculum resources
    • One-on-one meetings with teachers for curriculum support
  • Sharla Autry

    Elementary Math Curriculum Specialist

    sharla.autry@carlsbadschools.net
    (575) 234-3305, ext. 1932

    Paula Bryson

    Secondary Math Curriculum Specialist

    paula.bryson@carlsbadschools.net
    (575) 234-3305, ext. 1917

    Elementary / Secondary Support

    • Envision
    • Curriculum Maps
    • Curriculum Pacing
    • Exact Path
    • Istation
    • ESGI
    • Waterford
    • Three Cheers for Pre-K
    • ESGI
    • NMMSSA
    • NWEA
    • Imagine Math
    • Data Analysis
    • PLC Support
    • Provide professional development for curriculum resources
    • Observation/Modeling
    • Individual/grade level support meetings
    • Individual meetings with teachers/MCLs for curriculum support
  • Dr. Lesley Galyas, PhD

    K-12 STEM Curriculum Specialist

    lesley.galyas@carlsbadschools.net
    (575) 234-3305, ext. 1910

    Elementary / Secondary Support

    • K-5 Mystery Science
    • 6-8 Amplify Science
    • 6-8 Project Lead the Way
    • CHS: HMH Dimensions
    • ECHS: STEMScopesESA
    • Support STEM Nights
    • Classroom Management
    • K-5 Science Advisory Team
    • 6-12 Science Advisory Team
    • Computer Science
    • Provide professional learning for curriculum and hands on learning
    • Individual/grade level support meetings
    • STEM Community Par
  • Krista Connell

    Digital Learning Specialist

    krista.connell@carlsbadschools.net
    (501) 213-1414

    The Digital Learning Specialists at CMS provide professional development and support to staff (individuals, small groups, entire facilities, and administration) with emphasis on the integration of digital platforms into the curriculum in both classroom and lab settings with the goal of improving student achievement.

    The Digital Learning Specialists also provide a full day of training for all new licensed employees, nurses, secretaries, and long-term substitutes.

    Each of the Digital Learning Specialists is a former classroom teacher that can support you in a variety of ways, such as lead/co-teaching digital learning based lessons, lesson planning, and/or provide individualized professional development. Please feel free to email the Digital Learning Specialists if you would like training on any of the digital learning platforms utilized by the school district.

  • Lisa Hufstedler

    Coordinator of Assessment & Accountability

    lisa.hufstedler@carlsbadschools.net
    (575) 234-3300, ext. 1028

  • Sharla Autry
    Elementary Math Curriculum Specialist
  • Paula Bryson
    Secondary Math Curriculum Specialist
  • Dr. Lesley Galyas, PhD
    K-12 STEM Curriculum Specialist
  • Caitlin Pittman
    Secondary ELA Curriculum Specialist & Digital Support
  • Lisa Hufstedler
    Coordinator of Assessment & Accountability
  • Krista Connell
    Digital Learning Specialist

School Leaderhsip

  • Vicki Beeman
    Director of Principal Leadership

CMS Principals

  • Jason Hightower
    Carlsbad High School
    Stacy Verdin
    Carlsbad Early College High School
    Yolanda Pirtle
    Carlsbad Enrichment Center
    Joleen Lopez
    CIS: Alta Vista Campus
    Lynde Longbine
    CIS: PR Leyva Campus
    Donna Johns
    Cottonwood Elementary School
    Lisa Nesbit
    Desert Willow Elementary School
    Jessica Arenivas
    Monterrey Elementary School
    Janice Rodriguez
    Ocotillo Elementary School
    Bruce Daughtry
    Riverside Elementary School
    Summer Daughtry
    Sunset Elementary School
    Maren Folsom
    Early Childhood Education Center
    Marianne Burnett
    Early Childhood Education Center

Student Support & Data

  • Steven Morgan
    Director of Student Support and Data
    Tamaran Garriott
    MLSS/SAT/504 Coordinator