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New Mexico Connections Academy
Students all across New Mexico, from the Four Corners to the Southern border, to the Gila Mountains, to the Rio Grande Valley, and everywhere in between, creating new opportunities thanks to the classes, teachers and unique opportunities of New Mexico Connections Academy.
Creating Opportunity
A Tuition-Free Online Public School in New Mexico
New Mexico students deserve the chance to go far in life. New Mexico Connections Academy helps them get there by engaging their minds, building their character and preparing them for a changing world. We’ll partner with you to give your child what they need to become what they want to be.
Our History
Helping New Mexico Students Succeed since 2013
New Mexico Connections Academy opened as a tuition-free online public school in New Mexico in 2013 and has been helping students ignite their passions and find a path to success ever since.
New Mexico certified teachers specially trained in online learning
Public program fully online with no tuition
4–12 grades served
Our Mission
The mission of New Mexico Connections Academy is to help each 4–12th grade student, throughout the state of New Mexico who needs an alternative to the traditional classroom, maximize his or her potential and meet the highest performance standards through a uniquely individualized learning programs, access to high quality NM-certified teachers, and high parental involvement.
New Mexico Connections Academy is a tuition-free public online school serving students in grades 4–12 throughout New Mexico, from North to South, East to West and everywhere in between. New Mexico Connections Academy is a state charter school authorized by the New Mexico Public Education Commission and is accredited by Cognia.
New Mexico Connections Academy is a tuition-free public online school serving students in grades 4–12 from Los Alamos, Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and elsewhere. New Mexico Connections Academy is a state charter school authorized by the New Mexico Public Education Commission and is accredited by Cognia.
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Hear Directly From Our Families
The families of Connections Academy families agree: Online learning helps students find their own path forward. Discover what parents are saying about their experience at New Mexico Connections Academy.
The New Mexico Connections Academy Experience
How Online Public School Can Lead Your Child to Success
Passionate Teachers
New Mexico Connections Academy teachers love what they do. Every day, they get to help students explore the world, finding new ways to engage their students’ minds and spark their curiosity. New Mexico state-certified and specially trained in online education, our teachers are the guides who lead students toward a bright future.
Empowered Parents
As a New Mexico Connections Academy parent, you’ll have the opportunity to be a part of your child’s learning journey. As their Learning Coach, you’ll be able to help them stay on track. And we’ll be by your side, making sure you have everything you need to give your child the best support.
Strong Community
Parents, students, teachers and staff are the heart of New Mexico Connections Academy. And, together, we’ve formed a community committed to collaboration in everything we do. This helps every student grow socially and emotionally while expanding their mind.
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