Press, Updates & Gatherings

News & Regional Events

The Bridge of Southern New Mexico leads statewide initiatives connecting education, workforce preparation, and economic development. Explore recent milestones, announcements, and upcoming community convenings.

Upcoming Events & Convenings

Regional Schedule
JUN 23

New Mexico State Civics Bee Finals

• Albuquerque, NM • Statewide Competition

Regional finalists from Southern New Mexico compete for statewide honors and the opportunity to advance to Washington, D.C.

FALL 2026

Annual Elevate Career Expo

• Las Cruces Convention Center • Regional High Schools

Connecting thousands of 8th through 12th graders with hands-on demonstrations from regional employers across high-growth industries.

Recent News & Announcements

Latest Stories
Civic Leadership

Regional Middle Schoolers Advance to State Civics Bee

Finalists from Camino Real and Truth or Consequences Middle Schools earn top podium honors with proposals tackling peer mentorship, rural telemedicine, and sports equity.

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Workforce Pathways

Expanding Pre-Apprenticeships Across Target Sectors

New partnerships with regional industry leaders connect high school students with paid microlearning credentials and direct career pipelines into high-tech manufacturing.

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Community Impact

Strengthening Tuition-Free Dual Credit Access

A look at how regional high schoolers are saving thousands in tuition costs while graduating with high school diplomas and college associate degrees concurrently.

Learn About Dual Credit →

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