ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Del Norte High School is rolling out a new program designed to prevent youth violence by reaching students before they find themselves in serious trouble.
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It’s part of a broader citywide initiative to identify teens most at risk and provide them with daily, personalized mentorship — built directly into their school schedules.
The move comes amid growing concern about violence and criminal activity on Albuquerque school campuses. Following a string of high-profile gun incidents near Del No