Learning is the basis for our collective quality of life, now and for generations to come. The Academy stands as a beacon to inspire and encourage a new culture of learning in New Mexico and beyond. Our programs include: • Teacher renewal • Personal leadership training for adults and youth • Ventana Project – activating transformation in other organizations • Seton Legacy Project – nature based programs • Art programs for young people and adults • Community workshops and conversations • Conferences and publications As of Fall 2009 we are constructing a building to house our programs: The 18,000 square feet of buildings, to be completed in the Spring of 20010, will be comprised of: --Meeting Facilities – a spacious Gallery for conferences, performances presentations, and trainings. Warmly furnished workshop and meeting rooms, a high-tech media center, exhibit space, kitchen and dining areas, small breakout rooms and a large open-air patio suitable for meetings and gatherings. -Contemplative Space – a dedicated circular meditation room for contemplative practices and ceremonies. -Offices and Gallery –Academy business offices, Seton gallery, and archives. -Caretakers quarters, rooms for visiting faculty, and an art studio