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Thank you for visiting the New Mexico Public Education Department Math Webpage. We are here to support and promote excellence in math education across the state of New Mexico. Our mission is to ensure that all students and educators have access to high-quality math and instruction, resources, and opportunities.

We hope that our web page serves as a valuable resource for you and helps foster a love for math among students and educators in New Mexico. Thank you for visiting, and please feel free to explore the various sections to access the information and resources you need.

Initial Senate Bill 29 (SB 29) Improving Mathematics Instruction Guidance

While public comment has closed and revisions are being made, we continue to make draft initial discussion draft guidance available:

Mathematics Instructional Leadership Guide
Mathematics Professional Learning Plan
Mathematics Intervention & Support Plan
Early Mathematics Screener

Summer 2026

The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) has completed drafting initial guidance for K–12 local educational agencies related to mathematics professional learning plans, student support plans and mathematics instructional leadership practitioner guide. The amendments made to the Mathematics and Science Education Act, Section 22-15E, NMSA 1978 by Senate Bill 29 require the implementation of these requirements in the 2027–2028 school year.

New Mexico stakeholders, including local educational agency leaders, teachers, parents, community members, and mathematics professional learning providers are invited to review the submitted materials and provide public comments during the established comment period, which will open in July and run through August. Stakeholders will have an opportunity to provide comments through an online feedback form or attend forthcoming scheduled advisory sessions.

Online Public Comment Form: Closed
Your progress is saved as you move through the form. Form will close at the end of the day, Monday, August 17, 2026.

Scheduled Advisory Sessions:

These advisory group sessions are designed to gather stakeholder feedback on the draft SB 29 Improving Mathematics Instruction Guidance to inform revisions prior to statewide implementation. Each virtual session will include 8–12 stakeholder/role-specific participants and will last approximately 90–120 minutes.

The goal of each session is to collect rich, actionable feedback that will inform a comprehensive analysis and set of recommendations for the PED. Throughout the discussion, participants will be invited to reflect on implementation challenges, identify resources and technical assistance needed to support successful implementation, and recommend revisions that will improve the guidance and strengthen mathematics teaching and learning across New Mexico.

We highly encourage you to review the guidance documents in advance of the technical advisory group session.

A $200.00 stipend will be provided to compensate you for your time.

Date/Time (MT) Stakeholder/Role Group Modality
July 14, 2026 from 2:30–4:30 p.m. Administrators
(includes Superintendent, Assistant/Associate/Deputy Superintendent, Curriculum & Instruction Director/Staff, Tribal Education Director, Tribal Education Staff, Principal, Head Learner, Head Administrator, Assistant Principal)		 Virtual
July 31, 2026 from 9:00–11:00 a.m. Teachers
(includes K–12 Mathematics Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Mathematics Interventionist, Educational Assistant)		 Virtual
July 31, 2026 from 1:00–3:00 p.m. Coaches
(includes District Mathematics Coach, School Mathematics Coach, Math Teacher Leader, District Math Specialist)		 Virtual
August 3, 2026 from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Community
(includes Parents/Guardian, Nation/Tribe/Pueblo Representative, Community Organization Staff, Non-Governmental Organization Staff, Professional Learning Provider, Afterschool Programs, Institution of Higher Education Staff, Industry/Business Member)		 Virtual
August 4, 2026 from 3:00–5:00 p.m. Teachers
(includes K–12 Mathematics Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Mathematics Interventionist, Educational Assistant)		 Virtual
August 5, 2026 from 9:00–11:00 a.m. Administrators
(includes Superintendent, Assistant/Associate/Deputy Superintendent, Curriculum & Instruction Director/Staff, Tribal Education Director, Tribal Education Staff, Principal, Head Learner, Head Administrator, Assistant Principal)		 Virtual
August 6, 2026 from 9:00–11:00 a.m. Coaches
(includes District Mathematics Coach, School Mathematics Coach, Math Teacher Leader, District Math Specialist)		 Virtual
August 6, 2026 from 2:00–4:00 p.m. Community
(includes Parents/Guardian, Nation/Tribe/Pueblo Representative, Community Organization Staff, Non-Governmental Organization Staff, Professional Learning Provider, Afterschool Programs, Institution of Higher Education Staff, Industry/Business Member)		 Virtual

New Mexico Math Framework – Version 2.0

The NM Math Framework version 2.0 is updated to strengthen the connection to high-quality math programming in schools with the use of high quality instructional materials and multi-layered systems of supports. The NM Math Framework outlines the best practices and clear guidance for teachers and leaders on the critical components that are the foundation to build, implement and strengthen math instruction in New Mexico. It strategically responds to the inequities facing New Mexican students, leading to systemic changes for ALL students.

The NM Math Framework serves as a tool, alongside the New Mexico Literacy Framework and the New Mexico Instructional Scope to ensure equitable, culturally responsive learning occurs in New Mexico classrooms.

PED Math Resources

Common Core Tool Kit

Curricular Support

PD Opportunities

Professional Learning | New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED)

  • Focus on Algebra
    • Video Testimony
  • Fostering Positive Math Identity
  • Early Numeracy
  • NUMeROS

Assessment Support

Re-Envisioned High School Math Pathways

Diving into Modern Algebra 2 Self-Paced Canvas Course Series

The New Mexico Public Education Department has launched “Diving Into Modern Algebra 2,” a six‑module professional learning series designed to support New Mexico teachers, school site leaders, curriculum and instruction staff, and school counselors in bringing a modern, engaging, and equitable Modern Algebra 2 experience to their students. Throughout this series, participants will explore how Modern Algebra 2 reflects New Mexico’s vision for mathematics, deepening their understanding of how to nurture strong mathematical identities and a sense of belonging for all learners, and examine the pathways that connect algebra to meaningful, real‑world applications.

Participants who complete all modules and successfully complete all Checks for Understanding with a score of 80% or higher will receive a Knowledge Badge. More information about retrieving and sharing your badge will be provided upon course completion.

Please see below to register for the appropriate course based on your current role.

Current Projects

  • Launch Years Initiative
    • The Launch Years Initiative supports the scaling of
      mathematics pathways from high school through
      postsecondary education and into the workplace,
      aligned to students’ goals and aspirations.

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