Rio Grande Educational Collaborative (RGEC)

09/05/2026

Waiting on your ECECD contract?

Your child may not have to wait to begin care! If you've already applied for or requested your ECECD Child Care Assistance contract but haven't received it yet, you have the option to pay for care out of pocket while you wait. Once RGEC receives your contract, fees that are eligible and covered by the contract will be reimbursed. This can help your child begin care without waiting for the ECECD contract process to be completed.

📞 Want to get started? Contact the RGEC Front Desk. Our team can walk you through the process and help you with enrollment.

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💚 ¿Está esperando su contrato de ECECD?

¡Es posible que su hijo no tenga que esperar para comenzar a recibir cuidado! Si ya solicitó su contrato de Asistencia de Cuidado Infantil de ECECD pero todavía no lo ha recibido, tiene la opción de pagar el cuidado mientras espera. Una vez que RGEC reciba su contrato, se reembolsarán los costos elegibles que estén cubiertos por el contrato. Esta opción puede ayudar a que su hijo comience a recibir cuidado sin tener que esperar a que finalice el proceso del contrato de ECECD.

📞 ¿Quiere comenzar? Comuníquese con la recepción de RGEC. Nuestro equipo puede explicarle el proceso y ayudarle con la inscripción.

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09/03/2026

A New Chapter for RGEC in Las Cruces! 🌟

We’re excited to welcome J. Paul Taylor Academy to the RGEC family with the launch of our new After-School Program in Las Cruces!

📚 Students are already learning, connecting, and having fun through homework support, enrichment activities, and opportunities designed to support their academic, social, and personal growth. Expanding to J. Paul Taylor Academy is another exciting step in RGEC’s commitment to providing students and families with safe, engaging, and enriching after-school care across New Mexico. To our new JPT students and families, welcome to RGEC! We’re grateful for the opportunity to be part of your school community and look forward to a year filled with learning, friendships, laughter, and new adventures. ✨

07/16/2026

⚾ Stop by and visit the RGEC table at Isotopes Park on July 19!

We’ll be sharing information about our before and afterschool programs across New Mexico, plus RGEC merchandise.

Come say hi, grab some info, and ask us any questions you may have!
📍 Isotopes Park
🗓️ July 19
⏰ 6:05 PM

07/15/2026

📢 Looking for your next career opportunity?

RGEC is excited to be participating in Senator Michael Padilla's 14th Annual Community Job Fair today at Rio Grande High School!

Stop by our table to learn about current employment opportunities, meet our team, and ask any questions you may have. We'd love to connect with you!

🕙 Today | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Check out the article below for more information about the event. ⬇️

As thousands of New Mexicans continue looking for work, organizers say the in-person event helps applicants meet employers directly and sometimes interview on the spot.

07/13/2026

🦖 July! 🦖
RGEC Summer Program students will travel back in time and explore the wonders of science at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science! From dinosaurs to space exploration, students will experience hands-on learning that sparks imagination and curiosity.

📅 Field Trips: July 20–24
⏰ 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM
Field trip dates vary by site.

Please refer to your Summer Program calendar for your child's scheduled date.

06/29/2026

🎆 In observance of Independence Day, all RGEC summer schools/programs will be closed on Friday, July 3.

Programs will resume regular summer hours on the next scheduled program day.

Thank you!

06/29/2026

📚 Registration Opens July 1! ✏️

Give your child a place to learn, grow, and thrive beyond the classroom with RGEC's Before & After School Programs.
✅ Homework support
✅ Nutritious meals & snacks
✅ Caring staff
✅ Convenient locations throughout Albuquerque and surrounding areas

Families who qualify may receive services at no cost through financial assistance.
Mark your calendars! Registration for the 2026–27 academic year opens July 1.

Learn more at rgec.org

06/21/2026

🦒 June Educational Experience Spotlight 🦒

This month, RGEC Summer Program students will visit the ABQ BioPark Zoo for a day of exploration and discovery! Students will learn about wildlife, habitats, conservation, and the important role zoos play in protecting animals around the world.

📅 Field Trips: June 23–26
⏰ 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM
Field trip dates vary by site.

Please refer to your Summer Program calendar for your child's scheduled date.

06/19/2026

At RGEC's Spectacular Summer Program, learning goes beyond the classroom! ☀️📚

This summer, students will participate in exciting educational experiences through partner visits and field trips designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and discovery.
🔬 Partner Visit: Explora
🦒 June Field Trip: ABQ BioPark Zoo
🦖 July Field Trip: New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science

We're excited to provide hands-on learning opportunities that help students explore the world around them while creating unforgettable summer memories.

Learn more about our Summer Program at rgec.org/summer.