Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande

10/16/2026

Thank you San Felipe Del Rio CISD Student Guidance and Learning Center!

Students at the Student Guidance and Learning Center in Del Rio participate in monthly Career Exploration Days to learn about different career paths, discover new opportunities, and prepare for their future.

We're grateful for our partnership with SGLC and the opportunity to help students explore their interests, expand their knowledge, and learn about the possibilities available to them.

Through career exploration and workforce services, we hope to empower students to make informed decisions about their futures!

Thank you, SGLC, for your continued partnership and commitment to helping students succeed! 🤝🚀

10/16/2026

Thank you Eagle Pass! We had a great time participating in the Southwest Texas College Transfer and Career Fair on October the 15th!

It was wonderful to see students engaged, asking questions, and learning more about the opportunities available to them. We were happy to share information about our services and resources to help support their educational and career goals.

And that's a wrap for the SWTXC Transfer and Career Fairs in Del Rio, Uvalde and Eagle Pass! 🤠👢🎉

Thank you to everyone who welcomed us and helped make these events a success. We enjoyed connecting with students and sharing information to help them take the next step toward their future! 🎓

✨️ Monica Gonzales, Texas Workforce Commission Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

✨️ Martha Bagneschi, WFS-MRG Board Youth Coach

10/16/2026

📸 Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande Board Meeting

On October 8, 2026, the Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande Board held its regularly scheduled meeting to discuss workforce initiatives, program updates, and ongoing efforts to strengthen workforce development across our nine-county region.

We appreciate the continued dedication and leadership of our Board members as they work to expand opportunities for job seekers, support local businesses, and strengthen our communities.

👏 Thank you to our Board members, leadership, and staff for their continued commitment to advancing workforce development throughout the Middle Rio Grande region!


Middle Rio Grande Development Council, MRGDC

10/16/2026

🎉 Happy Boss’s Day! 🎉

Today, Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande recognizes and celebrates our leadership for their dedication, guidance, and commitment to serving our communities.

A special thank you to our Executive Director, Rosie Avila Lozano, and Deputy Director, Marisa Cervantes, for their continued leadership and support of our team.

We appreciate all that you do to inspire collaboration, encourage growth, and help us make a positive impact across the Middle Rio Grande region.

💙 Happy Boss’s Day! Thank you for all you do!

10/16/2026

📣 Attention Del Rio Parents & Guardians!

We’re excited to partner with San Felipe Del Rio CISD and Texas Workforce Solutions Vocational Rehabilitation Services for Expanding Your Resources for the Future!

📅 Monday, October 26, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 The Spark Lab | 101 W. Ogden Street, Del Rio, TX

Join us to learn about valuable resources, career exploration, transition services, and opportunities to help students prepare for life after high school.

This presentation is especially geared toward parents and guardians of students with an IEP or 504 Plan, but all students and families are welcome!

We look forward to connecting with families and sharing resources to support student success! 🎓


Middle Rio Grande Development Council, MRGDC

10/16/2026

Looking for your next career move or ready to hire top local talent? The Largest Hiring Event of the Year is coming to Del Rio!

Join Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande for the 15th Anniversary of the "Hiring & You! Red, White & You" Hiring Event. Whether you are a business looking to grow your team or a job seeker ready for a new opportunity, you won't want to miss this in-person event.

📅 Date: November 5, 2026
📍 Location: Del Rio Civic Center 1915 Veterans Blvd, Del Rio, TX
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
🎖️ 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | Priority Service Hour: Dedicated to Veterans, Transitioning Service Members, Military Spouses, and Families.
👋 10:00 a.m. | Open to All Job Seekers: Doors open to the general public.

Scan the QR codes on the flyer to complete your Employer Registration or Job Seeker Registration ahead of time! See you there! 💼🇺🇸

Rio Grande Development Council, MRGDC

10/14/2026

🎓 Connecting Students to Future Opportunities!

Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande was excited to participate in the Southwest Texas College Boot Scooting Transfer and Career Fair in Uvalde, Texas!

This event provided a wonderful opportunity to connect with students, share career resources, and highlight the education, training, and employment services available to help them prepare for their futures.

Representing our workforce partners were:

⭐ Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande Board: Patty Trevino, Student HireAbility Navigator

⭐ Texas Workforce Solutions Vocational Rehabilitation Services: Monica Gonzalez, Transition vocational rehabilitation Counselor

⭐ Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande:
Sonia Santos, Business Services Manager and Eric Villareal, Business Services

⭐ Middle Rio Grande Development Council (MRGDC): Eric Martinez, Public Relations

A special thank you to Southwest Texas College for bringing together educational institutions, employers, and community partners to support student success!

Together, we’re helping students explore possibilities and take the next steps toward their career goals!


Middle Rio Grande Development Council, MRGDC

10/14/2026

🤝 Building Partnerships to Support Student Success! 🎓

Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande Board staff and Texas Workforce Solutions -Vocational Rehabilitation Services transition counselor recently met with the Cotulla ISD Special Education Team to collaborate and plan for the 2026–2027 school year!

Our meeting provided a great opportunity to discuss upcoming student services, career exploration activities, and opportunities to connect with additional district staff to expand our outreach and support students of all abilities.

A special thank you to DeAnna Nava, special education director, for their time, collaboration, and commitment to student success!

We look forward to a great school year of working together to help students explore opportunities and prepare for their futures!

Middle Rio Grande Development Council, MRGDC

10/14/2026

10/14/2026

💙 Building Partnerships and Celebrating Inclusion! 🤝

Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande enjoyed connecting with our neighboring workforce partners from Workforce Solutions Alamo and Texas Workforce Solutions Vocational Rehabilitation Services (TWS-VRS) during the National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Extravaganza at Morgan’s Wonderland!

It was a wonderful opportunity to strengthen partnerships, share ideas, and celebrate our shared commitment to expanding employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

A special thank you to Workforce Solutions Alamo for hosting this meaningful event and bringing together organizations dedicated to creating a more inclusive workforce. Janice Berechi Onyejiako, thank you for the invite.

💙 Stronger partnerships lead to greater opportunities!