ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One Albuquerque elementary school is preparing to celebrate 75 years of teaching. Opened in 1955 during the Cold War era in the Duke City, Zia Elementary School near San Mateo Blvd. and Lomas Blvd. has seen many students educated through the decades.
Now, they’re celebrating three-quarters of a century next month, with community members sharing the impact the school has had, with some calling it a “hidden gem.” The school is inviting the community to celebrate their past, present, and future at an anniversary party on May 3 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.