2011 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 22: Public Schools
Article 15A: Technology for Education, 22-15A-1 through 22-15A-13
Section 22-15A-4: Bureau duties.

22-15A-4. Bureau duties.

In accordance with the policies and regulations of the state board [department], the bureau shall:

A. administer the provisions of the Technology for Education Act [22-15A-1 NMSA 1978];

B. develop a statewide plan for the integration of educational technology into the public schools and coordinate technology-related education activities with other state agencies, the federal government, business consortia and public or private agencies or individuals;

C. assist school districts to develop and implement a strategic, long-term plan for utilizing educational technology in the school system;

D. upon approval of a school district's technology plan, make distributions to school districts from the educational technology fund;

E. recommend funding mechanisms that will support the development and maintenance of an effective educational technology infrastructure in the state;

F. promote collaboration among government, business, educational organizations and telecommunications entities to expand and improve the use of technology in education;

G. assess and determine the educational technology needs of school districts; and

H. provide staff support for and coordinate the activities of the council.