Future Focused Education is helping lead the shift toward more meaningful graduation pathways. Learn how capstone projects, culturally relevant systems, and new policies are changing education in New Mexico through this report from FairTest.
EQ2 Partnerships Transform Education Statewide
EQ2, or Equipped for Equity (a Future Focused Education initiative), is a statewide effort to energize New Mexico’s education system with student-led, culturally-responsive practices that have been proven to increase equity and boost student engagement.
Introducing Community Care Collective
Community Care Collective is shifting the mental health space in New Mexico. Promoting youth leadership, student-led conversations, and mental health and well-being focused trainings, Community Care Collective is giving students access to the tools and resources they need.
It Takes a Village: Lovington’s Community-Led Innovation
By expanding career pathways, prioritizing wellness, and forging strong community partnerships, Lovington Schools are setting a new standard for student success in New Mexico.
Keeping Our Promises to Young People
Tony Monfilletto reflects on the latest Instituto del Puente workshop and discusses the policy focuses that are emerging for 2026.
Improving Students’ Lives at Hatch Valley Public Schools
Hatch is showing us what’s possible when education is shaped by the people it serves. Read how the district has built a model rooted in local strengths.
Addressing Student Well-Being in New Mexico
Hear what SEL4NM’s Executive Directer has to say about how and why we need to address student well-being in New Mexico, especially in light of Yazzie/Martinez.
The Time is Now: Turning a Court Ruling Into Classroom Reality
Hear what Transform Education NM’s Executive Directer has to say about why the LESC must lead the charge to transform New Mexico’s education in response to the Yazzie/Martinez decision.
Mark Armijo Academy Transforms Education
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.