Learn about Mark Armijo Academy teachers and staff, who are unified around a passion for transforming the traditional school model to better engage students.
Empowering the Next Generation: UNMH and Future Focused’s Transformative Internship Program
Alex Walker from UNMH reflects on the X3 internship partnership between Future Focused and UNMH and the many benefits for students and employers.
Challenging Orthodoxy at the New America School – Las Cruces
New America School – Las Cruces (NAS-LC) is challenging traditional education systems by providing the best and most innovative education to the students who need it most. Read more!
EdUprising 2025: As Dynamic as New Mexico’s Students
If you’re looking for a place to learn about the most cutting edge internship, capstone, and re-engagement practices in New Mexico, come to EdUprising 2025.
Behavioral Health Reform Must Include New Mexico’s Youth
Why we need to include both youth voice and public schools in the behavioral health reform conversation.
X3 Internships: How Work-based Learning Keeps Students Engaged
Meet Cruz Rivas, a student who was considering dropping out of high school until he got to have a say in his own educational experience.
Democratizing the Policy Making Process
Tony Monfilletto shares insights from conversations with students across the state, shedding light on the pressing need to strengthen New Mexico’s education system and provide meaningful support for its youth through changes in policy.
Innovation in New Mexico: ACE Leadership High School
This is the last in a three part series about Innovation in New Mexico by Laurie Gagnon from the Aurora Institute.
Investing in Students and Community in Alamogordo
As New Mexico’s Innovation Zones evolve, districts like Alamogordo serve as a reminder of what’s possible when schools embrace creativity and collaboration.
Make Your Voice Heard in Support of Students in New Mexico
By submitting a comment in support of competency-based learning and assessments, you can help create a more equitable, community-centered education system that resonates with students across New Mexico.