Students Lead the Way in New Mexico Education

New Mexico lawmakers took a bold step by sitting down with students to uncover the real challenges in education—from absenteeism to post-high school drift. With over 10% of young adults aged 18-24 neither in school nor working, the state is racing to bridge the gap. Students shared how mentorship and college prep programs transformed their lives, offering more than academics—they built confidence and purpose. Lawmakers are now pushing for investment in work-based learning, internships, and critical trades and arts programs often cut first. The takeaway? These young people aren’t just victims of the system—they’re the solution. Their voices must lead the way in shaping education policy that works. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fd1fefdf1e4ba122