Adult Education In the News

Student Success Stories

Luna adult education graduate takes top national honorWhen Professor Lisa F. Bentson first heard the news, it took a little while to sink in. But when it did, the reaction was physiological. “I literally got goosebumps all

Samuel Gabaldon is COABE's Adult Learner of the Year

Samuel Gabaldon, GED graduate from CCRI at Luna Community College and NMAEA Student Ambassador, has been selected for the prestigious award of COABE's 2024 Adult Learner of the Year. Read his story here.

2024 Outstanding Students Recognized on Adult Education Day at the New Mexico Legislature

Exceptional adult education and adult literacy students are recognized each year on the floor of the New Mexico Legislature. This year, nine students have earned this honor. Congratulations to each of these hard-working learners, and their teachers and tutors!

Learn more about Antonio Jimenez and Rose Le.

Find Out How CNM Helped This Adult Learner Achieve Her Lifelong Goal Of Going To CollegeMarisela Ortega always told her daughters to go to school and earn a college degree. Now it’s her turn to follow that advice.

Feature Stories About New Mexico Programs

I-BEST boosts career opportunities and confidence – Santa Fe Community CollegeWhen Jeremiah Delgado earned his High School Equivalency Certificate (HSE/GED) from SFCC in May, he achieved a goal that had once seemed impossible. “I am beyond happy,” Delgado said. “Words really can’t explain because I didn’t see myself reaching this point. I dropped out when I was 16. I tried […]

Lessons for Living: Next steps in Adult Education Changes Lives - Valencia County News-BulletinThe role education plays in life is different for everyone, and the opportunity is available for those who want a better future for themselves and their families.The Next Steps Adult Education Center offers support to adults to strengthen their core academic skills and meet personal, educational and career goals.

Valencia County Literacy Council: A Local Resource for Learning - Valencia County News-Bulletin

Ceremony to recognize Santa Fe GED graduatesMore than 60 students who have successfully attained GED diplomas in 2020 and 2021 will be celebrating during a virtual, livestream graduation event Tuesday.

Community pitches in for South Valley fieldArea Little League, softball teams will have a place to practice

ABQ literacy program leads to jobs, collegeAdult Learning Center has 4 locations, provides free literacy, adult education

Spirit of NM Award honors the ones who selflessly serveHealth care workers, local chef, pair who assisted officers among the dozen highlighted by Journal

The Literacy Project: Breaking through challenges in New MexicoState's adult education programs can change lives, strengthen communities

Moving toward blurring systems to remove barriersWhen we talk about something being a “blur,” we probably mean there’s not clarity.

Program offers second chance at earning high school diplomaState, county libraries helping six students

Newest literacy programs in New MexicoLatest additions to the growing list of literacy programs highlighted by the Journal

State aid helps literacy groups change livesDespite challenges our state faces with educational access, dozens of programs like ours work hard e ...

Do you or your child need help with reading?Here are 12 programs with an array of services

Special Report: The Literacy ProjectThe Albuquerque Journal, along with KOAT-TV and KKOB radio, plans to highlight literacy over the next 12 months, feature some of the successful programs available in the state and compile and make available a running list of resources for children and adults. VOLUNTEER AND DONATION OPPORTUNITIES Volunteers are crucial in literacy efforts, as reading with […]

Corrections Education

Inmates graduate with high school and college diplomasInmates at the Central New Mexico Correctional Facility in Los Lunas got to put their caps and gowns on to grab their diplomas Thursday.

Peer education initiative for prisoners goes mainstreamCorrections project that started in jails enters community realm

Prison education program will pay dividendsEducation matters. Take note of a small ceremony earlier this month in which 10 grown men donned caps and gowns to receive their high school equivalency certificates. Underneath the classic

Inmates see ray of hope in high school equivalency certificateMore than 180 students have obtained the certificate through the program in 2023.

Pay It 4ward: Kind teacher recognized for helping inmates rebuild futureTeachers build the future, but there are some in New Mexico who are helping rebuild those futures. KOB 4 introduces you to a pair who were tailor-made for the task.

Adult Education for All of New Mexico

New Mexico theoretical physicist wins regional adult education awardKatya Backhaus, the State High School Equivalency and Data Administrator for the New Mexico Higher Education Department, recently won the Mountain Plains Adult Education Association Award of Excellence.

Congratulations, Dr. Katya Backhaus!

Read about how Dr. Katya Backhaus, State High School Equivalency and Data Administrator at NMHED received MPAEA's Award of Excellence. All of our programs appreciate the tremendous support and expertise that Katya so willingly shares.

Here are additional details from NMHED's website.