New Mexico

A comprehensive overview of New Mexico’s enacted legislation, regulations, certification requirements, and state-provided resources related to dyslexia education.

Legislations and
Regulations Teacher Certification
Requirements Resources for Families
and Educators

Brief Summary

New Mexico requires schools to screen students for dyslexia, provide evidence-based interventions, and ensure teachers complete structured literacy training. Additionally, professional development opportunities are offered to enhance teacher effectiveness in dyslexia support.

New Mexico Legislations and Regulations

SB398 (2019)

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Summary

This bill requires dyslexia screening for all first-grade students and mandates school districts to develop and implement a literacy professional development plan for teachers. Additionally, school districts must provide evidence-based interventions with progress monitoring to address students’ needs.

How This Affects Families and Educators

Ensures early identification of dyslexia and improves teacher preparedness to support students with dyslexia.

New Mexico Statutes Section 22-13-32

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Summary

This statute requires all first-grade students to be screened for dyslexia and provides evidence-based interventions for those showing signs of reading difficulties. Schools must also develop literacy training plans for teachers.

How This Affects Families and Educators

Provides a comprehensive framework for supporting students with dyslexia, including screening, intervention, and professional development for educators.

Teacher Certification and Professional Development Requirements

School districts must develop and implement a literacy professional development plan that includes:
- Structured literacy training for elementary school teachers
- Evidence-based reading intervention training for reading interventionists and special education teachers working with students demonstrating characteristics of dyslexia
The Department of Education must provide lists of recommended teacher professional development materials and opportunities regarding evidence-based reading instruction for students at risk for reading failure and displaying characteristics of dyslexia.