N.M. Admin. Code § 6.30.9.9 - REQUIREMENTS

The CYFD and PED shall cooperate in the development and implementation of a voluntary program for the provision of pre-k services throughout the state. The pre-k program shall address the total developmental needs of preschool children, including physical, cognitive, social and emotional needs, and shall include health care, nutrition, safety and multicultural sensitivity. In order to implement the pre-k program, the PED shall:

A. award program funds to public school districts and schools, including charter schools;

B. provide technical assistance to providers to ensure effectiveness;

C. ensure that funds shall not be used for any religious, sectarian or denominational purposes, instruction or material;

D. ensure communities being served are meeting eligibility requirements based on the funding criteria of the Pre-Kindergarten Act;

E. monitor programs for compliance with the pre-k law, rule and agreement to include scheduled and unscheduled visits and any necessary corrective actions; and

F. determine public school requirements for teacher and educational assistant licensure for pre-k programs.

Notes

N.M. Admin. Code § 6.30.9.9

6.30.9.9 NMAC - N, 1/31/2007; A, 6/13/2014