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A statewide partnership advancing civic learning and democratic engagement for New Mexico students
Mission of the project
Mission of the project
The New Mexico Civics Diploma Seal honors students who apply civic knowledge, ethical reasoning, and community engagement to strengthen democracy in New Mexico. By integrating civic literacy, service learning, and culturally responsive understanding of local, state, tribal, and national governance, the seal empowers students to achieve meaningful civic participation and leadership.
New Mexico Civics Symposium
New Mexico Civics Symposium
Date: Friday March 13, 2026
Location: UNM Hodgin Hall
Time: 10 AM - 4:30 PM
Followed by a happy hour social gathering at Flock of Moons from 4:30-6:30 pm.
Purpose:
The purpose of this symposium is to bring together educators, policymakers, community leaders, and civic organizations to discuss the potential development of a New Mexico Civics Diploma Seal and what such a recognition might mean for students, schools, and the state.
Core Partnership Members
Core Partnership Members
Erica Wheeler Julie Ornelas
Humanities Specialist Social Studies Teacher Support Specialist
NM Public Education Department Albuquerque Public Schools
Jami Nelson-Nuñez Mandi Torrez
Chair of Political Science/Associate Professor Education Reform Director
University of New Mexico Think New Mexico
Hannah Wood
State Director
New Mexico YMCA Youth and Government
See what current students have to say!
See what current students have to say!
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