New Mexico Public Education Department
Mission
Equity, Excellence and Relevance
The New Mexico Public Education Department partners with educators, communities, and families to ensure that ALL students are healthy, secure in their identity, and holistically prepared for college, career, and life.
Vision
Rooted in Our Strengths
Students in New Mexico are engaged in a culturally and linguistically responsive educational system that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of ALL students.
Please contact our Constituent Services office if you require assistance locating website resources or have questions regarding education in New Mexico.
Featured Topics
Press Release: Governor Names Education Secretary
Press Release: The Grow Your Own Teachers Act Seeks Input from Educational Assistants
District/Charter School Directory
Superintendent/Principal Directory
The NMPED recently partnered with CORE-NMSU to hold educator evaluation feedback sessions throughout the state. Feedback session notes and schedule of future sessions is available at the CORE-NMSU website.
Programs
Assessment Career Preparation Community Supports 21st Century Community Learning Centers HIV-STI Prevention Education Program Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Teaching Credential Education Leadership in New Mexico Indian Education Advisory Council Hispanic Education Advisory Council Finance School Budget and Finance Analysis Language and Culture Bilingual Multicultural Education Programs Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Instruction State Seal of Bilingualism-Biliteracy Licensure Options for Parents and Families Policy and Legislature Special Education Education Administrator LEA Assignments School Safety