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New Mexico


Santa Fe, New Mexico

2025 New Mexico
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For students ages 13-19
  • Four Day Class February 3-6, 2025
    Monday, 1:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m.; Tuesday - Thursday, 8:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    $320.00 First Time Students; $290.00 Alumni Students
  • Political Communication Workshop February 7, 2025
    Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    $60.00 Workshop only; $50.00 with Four Day Class
  • Student Housing
    Please see below for housing information
For students ages 8-12
  • One Day Class February 7, 2025
    Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    $50.00 for all One Day Students
Contact Information

Dawn + Jim Thompson, State Coordinator •  575-649-8863 •  [email protected]

Four Day Class

February 3-6, 2025

The Four Day Class is a dynamic, hands-on leadership experience where students learn about state government from a Christian worldview. Students gather to run for office, participate in a mock legislature, and learn about how they can be effective leaders in their community back home. For students ages 13-19.

 

For more information about the Four Day Class, click here.

 

Where

The PERA Building, Apodaca Hall

 

Note: The PERA Building is also known as the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission Building. Please follow the link to ensure you arrive at the correct location.

 

When

Arrive on Monday by 12:45 p.m.

 

Details

Arrive in Professional Attire, according to our Dress Code, and check in at the TeenPact Welcome Table. Please eat lunch prior to arriving at the class. Any further details will be communicated by your State Coordinator, via email, prior to the event.

 

Parking

Parking is available at the Drury Plaza Hotel for $10.00 per vehicle per day. The classroom is within walking distance of the hotel.

 

Directions

Click here for directions to The PERA Building. From the Round House, the building is due east and there is parking on the east side of the building. You may go directly to the meeting room or you can meet in the lobby of the Drury Plaza Hotel, by the fireplace at 12:30 p.m. A TeenPact Staffer will walk you to the classroom.

 

Note: The PERA Building is also known as the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission Building. Please follow the link to ensure you arrive at the correct location.

 

bring this
  • Your completed Homework with your name on each page
  • Bible
  • Notebook
  • Pen or pencil
  • Bag or Backpack to carry your belongings
  • Reusable water bottle
not that
  • Weapons (including knives, firearms, etc.)
  • Media devices (including tablets, books, computers, etc.)
    We will be media free for the week in accordance with our Media Policy.

 

Details

Lunches will be catered for all students at the Four Day Class and is included in the cost of the program.

 

Questions

If you have any questions about the lunches provided or to discuss allergy needs, contact your State Coordinating Team at [email protected].

 

Evening Sessions are an integral part of the TeenPact experience, allowing students to combine the academic emphasis in class with a spiritual focus on students’ relationships with God and one another.

When

Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings, following the Four Day Class.

 

Where

Drury Plaza Hotel

 

Details

TeenPact offers Evening Sessions that give students the opportunity to relax and fellowship with like-minded peers in a more casual environment. Students play games, participate in small groups, enjoy a time of worship, and are challenged by a message from the Class Director. Parents are invited as well. Please plan for dinner on your own prior to the Evening Sessions.

 

parents

Parents are invited to stay for as much of the class as possible. We love having parents observe what their students are learning! If you are not able to stay, you are welcome to drop off your student.

 

graduation

When

Thursday at 1:00 p.m.

 

Where

Drury Plaza Hotel

 

Details

During graduation, students participate in a short mock legislative session, hear speeches from the elected officials, hear a charge from the Program Director, receive graduation certificates, and much more!

 

Students and families are welcome to stay at the Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe. All reservations must be made by Wednesday, December 27 in order to receive the TeenPact rate when registering. Mention you are with TeenPact and use the Group Number: 10056542; You may call the Drury Plaza Santa Fe at 800-325-0720 and ask for the TeenPact Group, or click here to make your reservation online.

 

Reservations include a hot breakfast plus a complimentary menu of hot foods and beverages from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Check in is available at 3:00 p.m. and check out is at 12:00 p.m. 

 

Note: TeenPact is not responsible for the safety and supervision of Students outside of class hours. The Drury Plaza Hotel expects all Attendees at the hotel have adult supervision.

 

Political Communication Workshop

February 7, 2025

The Political Communication Workshop trains students to analyze, execute, and interpret public presentations through a variety of activities and discussions. Students are challenged to develop critical thinking skills as they learn what communication looks like in the political realm. For students ages 13 – 19.

 

Fore more information about the Political Communication Workshop, click here.

 

Where

The PERA Building, Apodaca Hall

 

Note: The PERA Building is also known as the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission Building. Please follow the link to ensure you arrive at the correct location.

 

When

Arrive on Friday by 9:45 a.m.

 

Details

Arrive in Professional Attire, according to our Dress Code, and check in at the TeenPact Welcome Table. Any further details will be communicated by your State Coordinator, via email, prior to the event.

 

Parking

Parking is available at the Drury Plaza Hotel for $5.00 per vehicle per day. The classroom is within walking distance of the hotel.

 

Directions

Click here for directions to The PERA Building.

 

Note: The PERA Building is also known as the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission Building. Please follow the link to ensure you arrive at the correct location.

 

bring this
  • Bible
  • Notebook
  • Pen or pencil
  • Bag or Backpack to carry your belongings
  • Reusable water bottle
not that
  • Weapons (including knives, firearms, etc.)
  • Media devices (including tablets, books, computers, etc.)
    We will be media free for the day in accordance with our Media Policy.

 

Details

Lunches will be catered for all students at the Political Communication Workshop and is included in the cost of the program.

 

Questions

If you have any questions about the lunches provided or to discuss allergy needs, contact your State Coordinating Team at [email protected].

 

Parents are invited to stay for as much of the class as possible. We love having parents observe what their students are learning! If you are not able to stay, you are welcome to drop off your student.

 

One Day Class

February 7, 2025

The One Day Class is an action-packed day full of exciting experiences that introduce students to their state government using a dynamic, hands-on approach. Students are led by an energetic Staff Team as they explore their local government, pray for their leaders, discuss their mock legislation, and so much more! For students ages 8 – 12.

 

For more information about the One Day Class, click here!

 

Where

The PERA Building, Apodaca Hall

 

Note: The PERA Building is also known as the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission Building. Please follow the link to ensure you arrive at the correct location.

 

When

Arrive on Friday by 9:45 a.m.

 

Details

Arrive in Professional Attire, according to our Dress Code, and check in at the TeenPact Welcome Table. Any further details will be communicated by your State Coordinator, via email, prior to the event.

 

Parking

Parking is available at the Drury Plaza Hotel for $5.00 per vehicle per day. The classroom is within walking distance of the hotel.

 

Directions

Click here for directions to The PERA Building.

 

Note: The PERA Building is also known as the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission Building. Please follow the link to ensure you arrive at the correct location.

 

bring this
  • Your completed Homework with your name on each page
  • Bible
  • Notebook
  • Pen or pencil
  • Bag or Backpack to carry your belongings
  • Reusable water bottle
not that
  • Weapons (including knives, firearms, etc.)
  • Media devices (including tablets, books, computers, etc.)
    We will be media free for the day in accordance with our Media Policy.

 

Details

Lunches will be available for all students and chaperones at the One Day Class. You may purchase lunch at time of online registration for $8 per person.

 

Questions

If you have any questions about the lunches provided or to discuss allergy needs, contact your State Coordinating Team at [email protected].

 

Parent/Chaperone Requirement

One Day Students are required to have a parent or chaperone with them at all times. Please plan on staying with your student for the duration of the class. 

 

families and groups

If you plan to bring more than one student to the class, please let the Staff Team know which students you are with as you check in at the Welcome Table so they can keep your students grouped together during the day.