A. The "mathematics and science bureau" is created in the department. The secretary shall appoint the chief as provided in the Public Education Department Act [Chapter 9, Article 24 NMSA 1978].

B. The bureau shall:

(1) administer the provisions of the Mathematics and Science Education Act;

(2) provide staff support for and coordinate the activities of the council;

(3) work with the council to develop a statewide strategic plan for mathematics and science education in the public schools and coordinate education activities with other state agencies, the federal government, business consortia and public or private organizations or other persons;

(4) ensure that school districts' plans include goals for improving mathematics and science education aligned to the department's strategic plan;

(5) recommend funding mechanisms that support the improvement of mathematics and science education in the state, including web-based mathematics and science curricula, mentoring and web-based homework assistance;

(6) promote partnerships among public schools, higher education institutions, government, business and educational and community organizations to improve the mathematics and science education in the state;

(7) develop and evaluate curricula, instructional programs and professional development programs in mathematics and science aligned with state academic content and performance standards; and

(8) assess the outcomes of efforts to improve mathematics and science education using existing data.

History: Laws 2007, ch. 44, § 3 and Laws 2007, ch. 239, § 3.

Compiler's notes. — Laws 2007, ch. 44 and Laws 2007, ch. 239, effective June 15, 2007, enacted duplicate laws.