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A TECC story: ‘It’s never too late to start again’

Jun 25, 2025

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Taos Education and Career Center (TECC) student Ashva Mackley has struggled with learning his entire life.

Since coming to UNM-Taos TECC, he has been selected as a New Mexico Adult Education Association Student Ambassador. He not only gained essential academic skills but also the tools and confidence to continue learning and growing.

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