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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Destinations Career Academy of New Mexico Celebrates Class of 2025
Graduates Head to College, Careers, and Military Service After Earning Diplomas Online GALLUP, N.M., May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Destinations Career Academy of New Mexico (NMDCA), the state's largest full-time online public school program, celebrated a major milestone on Friday, May 23, as 200 students from across the state graduated during a live ceremony held at Gallup Public School Stadium. These students thrived in a digital learning environment that offered flexibility and strong academic support. Among the graduates were 19 students who completed their coursework early, 111 who plan to pursue college or certification programs, 60 entering the workforce, and 9 enlisting in the military. Post-secondary destinations include institutions such as the University of New Mexico, New Mexico State University, Navajo Technical University, and community colleges across the state. "The Class of 2025 is a powerful reminder that success comes in many forms,' said Stride K12 Superintendent of Schools, Adam Hawf. 'Many of our graduates faced personal and academic challenges that could have derailed their path, but they showed up, day after day, with resilience and drive. NMDCA provided the flexibility, support, and academic structure these students needed to reach this important milestone and we celebrate their success.' Since its founding in 2020, NMDCA has served as a lifeline for families seeking a high-quality education that meets students where they are. The school program now serves more than 4,000 K–12 students and consistently delivers strong academic outcomes. NMDCA reports a 97 percent daily attendance rate, which exceeds that of the local district, along with parent satisfaction rates more than twice the national average. The school program has made measurable progress in closing achievement gaps for over half its students. As part of the Stride K12 family of schools, NMDCA benefits from a national network of educational expertise and innovation. Cognia, a nonprofit accrediting organization that evaluates schools worldwide, awarded Stride-supported schools an Index of Education Quality score of 327. This score is well above the global average of 296 and confirms Stride's standing among the top tier of educational providers. About Destinations Career Academy of New MexicoDestinations Career Academy of New Mexico (NMDCA) is a tuition-free online public school program that serves students in grades K-12 from across New Mexico, offering a blend of core academic subjects and career-focused programs. Powered by K12, a Stride, Inc. portfolio brand, the school helps students gain valuable skills for future success, whether in higher education or the workforce. Explore more at About K12For 25 years, K12 has been a national leader in online education, serving over three million learners. Dedicated to helping every student reach their full potential through inspired teaching and personalized learning, K12 delivers tech-driven and accessible solutions to prepare students for bright futures. Tuition-free schools and programs are available in 30 states. K12 is a portfolio brand of Stride, Inc. (LRN). CONTACT: Brooke Gabbert Stride Inc. bgabbert@
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Active-duty military personnel eligible for free entry to New Mexico museums, historic sites
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Active-duty military personnel, including National Guard and Reserve, and their families can receive free admission to any of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs' eight museums and eight historic sites this summer. Story continues below Trending: In-N-Out Burger eyes property in northwest Albuquerque Sports: ECHL announces plans for professional hockey team in Rio Rancho Crime: Deming mother accused of abusing kids enters plea Free admission extends to up to five family members and will be available through the Blue Star Museums program from Armed Forces Day, May 17, through Labor Day, Sept. 1. Qualified members must show a valid military ID. For more information about Blue Star Museums, including a map of participating museums, click here. The eight New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs (NMDCA) museums offering free admission include: Museum of International Folk Art (Santa Fe) Museum of Indian Arts & Culture (Santa Fe) National Hispanic Cultural Center (Albuquerque) New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (Albuquerque) New Mexico History Museum (Santa Fe) New Mexico Museum of Space History (Alamogordo) New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum (Las Cruces) New Mexico Museum of Art – Plaza Building and Vladem Contemporary (Santa Fe) The eight NMDCA historic sites offering free admission include: Bosque Redondo Memorial at Fort Sumner Historic Site (Fort Sumner) Coronado Historic Site (Bernalillo) Jemez Historic Site (Jemez Springs) Fort Stanton Historic Site (Capitan/Fort Stanton) Lincoln Historic Site (Lincoln) Fort Selden Historic Site (Radium Springs) Los Luceros Historic Site (Alcalde) Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site (Mesilla) Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
