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New Mexico homeschool checklist

What New Mexico asks, in plain words

2026–27Checked Oct 30, 2026

Children and grades
School year starts

What to send

Notification to the New Mexico Public Education Department (online or on paper)Within 30 days of starting, then by Aug 1 each year
Done on

What to teach

  • Reading
  • Language arts
  • Math
  • Social studies
  • Science

You can teach if you have a high school diploma or GED. 180 days a year.

What to keep

Immunization records (or a waiver)
Filed