Counseling

Talk to someone now

If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the Lifeline network is available 24/7 across the United States.

The Trevor Project
Talk to a trained counselor who understands the challenges LGBTQ young people face. They will listen without judgment. All of your conversations are confidential, and you can share as much or as little as you’d like.

Opportunities/Experiences

ALA NM Girls State
American Legion Auxillary Girls State Leadership opportunity open to NM young women in 11th grade. Event is June 5-10

NM Tech Stem Summer Experience
The New Mexico Tech Summer STE2M Experience is an opportunity to be a college student, earn college credit, and learn about a specific science or engineering discipline. Open to current 10th and 11th grade students.

Lorenzo de Zavala Youth Legislative Session
The LDZ is a competitive and transformative experience crafted for future community leaders. Students form a cohort of 150 delegates ages 16-17 in community positions that propose, review, and adopt policies to advance the Latino community.

Scholarships

Scholarship Information
Scholarship information for TA students. The google doc will be updated as new scholarship information is available. Please check back here often for the latest info.

Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino/a Students
Paying for college can be a challenge. Read this guide to learn about grants, financial aid, and scholarships for Hispanic and Latino/a students.

Scholarships: Direct Links and Additional Info
Visit the Scholarships Page under Community on our website for direct links to scholarship info.

College Resources

FREE Classes to help navigate your college journey
Free classes to help you learn about and navigate your higher education journey. Including: How to pick the right college, First Generation College Students, How to pick a major

Spring Virtual College Fairs
Connect with hundreds of colleges and universities in one place!

New Mexico Higher Education Department
To provide financial, academic, and policy oversight and support to the New Mexico public higher education institutions and our formal community partners for the purpose of promoting efficiency, accountability, and student success.

College Tour
Each episode of The College Tour tells the story of what life is truly like on college campuses across the country and around the world. From academics, housing, sports, career preparation, campus life/location and much much more!

Best Colleges in New Mexico Guide
The first step in successfully achieving a college degree is to choose the right school that fits the students’ needs and goals. Intelligent.com came up with a resource that will help guide those who want to pursue higher education

Career Planning

Why I Work Tool
Why I Work is a budget tool that shows you how much money you need to make to afford the things you want and need. Whether you’re looking for a new job, making long-term career choices, or both, knowing how much money you need to earn is important.

New Mexico Career Guide
Career Planning and Preparation Guidebook specific to New Mexico

My Next Move
What do you want to do for a living? Explore your career options.

O*Net
O*NET OnLine has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more!

Gap Year
The Gap Year Association is a nonprofit membership community for educators, students, gap year programs, and post-secondary institutions with a shared VISION of making at least a semester of quality gap year time accessible to every HS graduate.

Military Enlistment
Most people join the military by enlisting in one of its branches. Enlisted members make up most of the military workforce. They receive training in a job specialty and do most of the hands-on work.

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps helps youth and young adults find a pathway to their personal and professional goals. All Corpsmembers receive comprehensive life skills training and work-based learning experiences. We offer paid stipends and scholarships.

Peace Corps
The Peace Corps-Work for the World We take a different approach to making a difference. If you are inspired by impact that is hands-on, grassroots-driven, and lasting, learn more about our mission.

Job Corps
TAKE THE FIRST STEP ON A NEW PATH. WITH HARD WORK AND DEDICATION, JOB CORPS WILL HELP YOU LEARN SKILLS TO PUT YOU ON TRACK FOR A GOOD CAREER AND A BETTER LIFE. A LIFE-CHANGING DECISION.

McKinney Vento Act Information

Eligibility and Contact Information

The McKinney Vento Act requires schools to enroll students experiencing homelessness immediately even if the documentation requested for enrollment is not available.All students have a right to a free and appropriate education.

Eligibility:

-Families who are doubled up, due to hardship (living with friends or relatives)

-Families who live in a shelter

-Families who live in hotels/motels

-Families who live in public abandoned places

-Family lives in a place that does not have appropriate accommodations (Such as:lacks water, lacks electricity or heat, lacks working kitchen or working bathroom, is infested with vermin or mold; presents danger to adults, children or persons with disabilities)

If you think you may be eligible please contact:

Deborah Branchal, McKinney Vento Laison

[email protected]

575-751-3109

NMPED Student Success EHCY Program

School Counseling Team

Angelina Vialpando, School Counselor and 504 Coordinator As a school counselor and advocate, I provide social-emotional, academic, and career support to all students. With 13 years of experience working with students, as a teacher and counselor, I have confirmed that I love working in an educational setting and being part of a team. I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in History at Northern Arizona University and a Secondary Teaching Certification at Northern New Mexico Community College. After teaching for 6 years, I received a Master of Arts degree in School Counseling at Adams State University. I am thrilled to bring this experience to work with students and families in this amazing community!

If you would like more info on the SAT and/or 504 process please contact Angelina.

Angelina Vialpando- [email protected]