New Mexico Association of Non-Public Schools

At NMANS, we are dedicated to supporting and advocating for the unique needs of our member schools. Together, we strive to enhance educational opportunities and promote excellence in non-public education across the state.

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Our Mission

We promote and defend the independence of New Mexico non-public schools, ensuring that they have the  freedom to fulfill their unique missions and meet the diverse needs of students. Through advocacy, education, and community-building, NMANS continues to support the growth and success of non-public schools across the state.

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Member Schools

140

Private Schools in NM

‍Empowering Non-Public Schools in New Mexico for a Brighter Future

NMANS is creating a bipartisan movement to support family choice in education, communicating relevant public policy, and supporting the efforts of non-public schools across the state.

Our Mission

NMANS promotes and defends the independence of New Mexico non public schools, ensuring that they have the  freedom to fulfill their unique missions and meet the diverse needs of students. Through advocacy, education, and community-building, NMANS continues to support the growth and success of non-public schools across the state.

Our Impact

NMANS uses the coalition of non-public schools to create partnerships in advocating for the independence and importance of  non-public schools in the educational landscape of New Mexico.

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School Choice Advocacy: NMANS Reports on Legislative Efforts and Spotlights Indigenous-Serving Schools

NMANS highlights advocacy for school choice in NM, recaps its Legislative Breakfast, and features four mission schools serving Native communities. Executive Director urges ongoing relationship-building with lawmakers.
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2025 Legislative Breakfast and Educational Events

NMANS invites school leaders to three key events: National School Choice Week (Jan 26-Feb 1), Legislative Breakfast at the Capitol (Feb 21), and the Herzog Foundation Christian School Summit (Mar 27). Join fellow educators!
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Resilience in Roswell: NMANS Visits Schools Rebuilding After Floods

NMANS welcomes policy expert Vince Torres to the board and spotlights three Roswell private schools recovering from recent floods. Schools featured include Gateway Christian's $3.5M expansion and All Saints' NASA connections.
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Member Testimonials

"As a superintendent, NMANS helps me to stay informed, and to keep my principals and their families informed and up to date on what is taking place in the education arena. This includes grants, state and federal funding, and new legislation that affects our schools and students. NMANS is all about bringing equity and options to the families in New Mexico!"

Donna Illerburn
Superintendent of Catholic Schools
Archdiocese of Santa Fe

"NMANS has been an encouragement to me as it brings much knowledge to the non-public learning environment. This board works hard, brain-storms, and finds solutions to issues that affect non-public schools."

Robin Parker
Gateway Christian School, Roswell

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