New data shows that when the X3 program connects young people to paid internships with local employers, they have more access to career connections and professional networks. Early analysis suggests these interns are more likely to stay in school. Learn how X3 gives students real-world experiences to explore their aspirations—experiences that impact their future long-term.
Building Stronger Parents, Stronger Leaders through Paid Internships
Young parents are some of the most hard-working and overlooked students in our education systems. Future Focused partnered with the Early Childhood Education and Care Department and Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors to forge new pathways for young parents, and the results were incredible.
How the Power of Peer Support Can Transform Internships
How group internships create supportive, safe spaces where the experience is student-driven and student-centered.
We Made a Promise in 2020. Here’s How We Delivered.
By Moneka Stevens | Director of Community Engagement, Future Focused Education
In June 2020, we committed to reimagining our schools as spaces as tools for justice in our communities and liberation. So, how did we deliver in 2021?
Why Albuquerque Is the Hidden Gem of School Innovation: “Start Bragging” Podcast
Why is Albuquerque the hidden gem of school innovation? Tony Monfiletto explains on KKOB’s “Start Bragging” podcast.
How to Prevent Kids from Disconnecting
View PostHigh Schooler to Health Worker
Melani Alonso promised her mother she’d become a doctor. Now, freshly graduated from high school, she’s already certified as a nurse assistant and home health aid. She’s now embedded in the healthcare sector with an X3 internship.
First in the State: New Mexico High Schoolers Receive Community Health Certification
By Leticia Archuleta | Executive Director, Health Leadership High School | May 21, 2020
Health Leadership High School is the first High School in the state to offer a dual credit certification to become Community Health Workers.
My Mentor ‘Ah-Ha!’ Moment
By Kelly Roepke | Chief Operations Officer, Associated General Contractors New Mexico | November 6, 2019
I didn’t expect to personally learn so much from the experience. Tori taught me that a younger perspective keeps us more relevant to the changing world and workforce.
X3 Inspired My Passion
By Kelly Contreras | X3 Intern from Health Leadership High School | October 10, 2019
I started my X3 internship in the City of Albuquerque Public Art Department with my mentor Federico Vigil, the artist behind the Mundos de Mestizaje mural.