Safety
New Mexico Administrative Code 6.19.8.7 Definitions.
Provides a definition of what a school survey is and the domains which it analyzes https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-19/part-8/6-19-8-7/ New Mexico Administrative Code 6.19.8.8 Requirements. Public schools will learn a letter grade (A-F) based on a number of different indicators, one of them being school surveys https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-19/part-8/6-19-8-8/ |
Who does this protect? Students, Staff and Administrators
Does this policy include ways for families to be involved? Yes
New Mexico Statutes 22-35-2. Definitions.
Provides a definition for the terms bullying and cyberbullying as well as the behaviors that are associated with these actions. Also defines the term progressive discipline and lists examples of what it is
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-35/section-22-35-2/
New Mexico asks schools to develop and implement procedures to prevent bullying and harassment behavior and the consequences of such behavior. Policies also explain that procedures are needed for reporting an incidence of bullying and investigating it as well as how this policy will be communicated
- New Mexico Administrative Code 6.12.7.8 Bullying Prevention Policies – Adoption and Enforcement.
https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-12/part-7/6-12-7-8/
- New Mexico Statutes 22-35-3. Bullying prevention policies; adoption and enforcement.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-35/section-22-35-3/
- New Mexico Administrative Code 6.12.7.9 Bullying Prevention programs-establishment.
https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-12/part-7/6-12-7-9/
- New Mexico Administrative Code 6.12.7.10 Reporting requirements.
https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-12/part-7/6-12-7-10/
New Mexico Administrative Code 6.12.7.8 Bullying Prevention Policies – Adoption and Enforcement.
Policies will be enforced:
- on its property, including electronic communication on or with the use of its property
- at school or district-sponsored events
- on any school-sponsored transportation
https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-12/part-7/6-12-7-8/
Who does this protect? Students, Teachers
Does this policy include ways for families to be involved? No
New Mexico schools need to develop plans for dealing with emergencies and explain drills that need to take place during the school year
- New Mexico Administrative Code 6.12.6.7 Definition of Emergency Operation Plan.
https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-12/part-6/6-12-6-7/
- New Mexico Administrative Code 6.12.6.8 Requirements for wellness policy.
https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-12/part-6/6-12-6-8/
- New Mexico Statutes 22-13-14. Emergency drills; requirement.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-13/section-22-13-14/
New Mexico Statutes 22-10A-40. School security personnel; definitions; required training.
Before an offer of employment, the school district shall require from each potential school security personnel successful completion of school security personnel training and proof of up-to-date firearm training. They will be allowed to carry firearms on school property after they pass a physical and psychological evaluation.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-10a/section-22-10a-40/
New Mexico Statutes 30-7-2.1 – Unlawful carrying of a deadly weapon on school premises.
Explain who is exempt from carrying a deadly weapon or firearm on the school premise. In addition, defines the school premise.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-30/article-7/section-30-7-2-1/
Who does this protect? Students, Staff
Does this policy include ways for families to be involved? No
Teaching/Learning
New Mexico provides students with disabilities the accommodations and resources they need to have an appropriate education.
- New Mexico Statutes 22-13-5 – Special education.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-13/section-22-13-5/
- New Mexico Statutes 22-13-7 – Special education; responsibility.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-13/section-22-13-7/
- New Mexico Administrative Code 6.31.2.10 – Identification, Evaluations, and Eligibility Determinations.
https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-31/part-2/6-31-2-10/
- New Mexico Administrative Code 6.31.2.11 – Educational Services for Children with Disabilities.
https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-31/part-2/6-31-2-11/
- New Mexico Administrative Code 6.31.2.12 – Educational Services for Gifted Children.
https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-31/part-2/6-31-2-12/
New Mexico Statutes 22-23-1.1 – Legislative findings.
The state’s bilingual multicultural education program goals are for all students, including English language learners, too;
- Become bilingual and bi-literate in English and a second language, including Spanish, a Native American language, where a written form exists and there is tribal approval or another language.
- Meet state academic content standards and benchmarks in all subject areas.
Who does this protect? Students, Students with disabilities
Does this policy include ways for families to be involved? Yes
Interpersonal Relationships
New Mexico Statutes 22-35-2. Definitions.
Recognizes that bullying can be based on a student’s actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, spousal affiliation, physical or cognitive disability, or any other distinguishing characteristic; or association with a person, or group with any person, with one or more of the actual or perceived distinguishing characteristics.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-35/section-22-35-2/
New Mexico Statutes 22-23A-2 – Purpose of act.
Explains the purpose of the Indian Education Act.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-23a/section-22-23a-2/
New Mexico Statutes 22-23B-2 – Purpose.
Explains the purpose of the Hispanic Education act.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-23b/section-22-23b-2/
New Mexico Statutes 22-31-2 – Applicability; nondiscrimination.
Each public school shall operate its athletic program in a manner that does not discriminate against students or staff based on gender.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-31/section-22-31-2/
Who does this protect? Students, Staff
Does this policy include ways for families to be involved? No
Institutional Environments
New Mexico Statutes 22-2D-3. Programs; purpose; functions.
A family and youth resources program in any public school in the state provides an intermediary for students and their families in public schools to access social and health care services.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-2d/section-22-2d-3/
New Mexico Statutes 22-5-16. Advisory school councils; creation; duties. The school council will;
- Develop creative ways to involve parents in the schools
- Serve as the champion for students in building community support for schools and encouraging greater community participation in the public schools.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-5/section-22-5-16/
Who does this protect? Students, Parents
Does this policy include ways for families to be involved? Yes
New Mexico schools need to develop plans for dealing with emergencies and explain drills that need to take place during the school year.
- New Mexico Administrative Code 6.12.6.7 Definition of Emergency Operation Plan.
https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-12/part-6/6-12-6-7/
- New Mexico Administrative Code 6.12.6.8 Requirements for wellness policy.
https://regulations.justia.com/states/new-mexico/title-6/chapter-12/part-6/6-12-6-8/
- New Mexico Statutes 22-13-14. Emergency drills; requirement.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-13/section-22-13-14/
New Mexico Statutes 22-10A-40. School security personnel; definitions; required training.
Before an offer of employment, the school district shall require from each potential school security personnel successful completion of school security personnel training and proof of up-to-date firearm training. They will be allowed to carry firearms on school property after they pass a physical and psychological evaluation.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-22/article-10a/section-22-10a-40/
New Mexico Statutes 30-7-2.1 – Unlawful carrying of a deadly weapon on school premises.
Explain who is exempt from carrying a deadly weapon or firearm on the school premise. In addition, defines the school premise.
https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/2021/chapter-30/article-7/section-30-7-2-1/
Who does this protect? Students, Staff
Does this policy include ways for families to be involved? No
Social Media
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