A. The secretary is the governing authority and shall have control, management and direction of all public schools, except as otherwise provided by law.

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 22-2-1

  • Injunction: An order of the court prohibiting (or compelling) the performance of a specific act to prevent irreparable damage or injury.
  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.

B. The department may:

(1)     adopt, promulgate and enforce rules to exercise its authority and the authority of the secretary;

(2)     enter into contracts to carry out its duties;

(3)     apply to the district court for an injunction, writ of mandamus or other appropriate relief to enforce the provisions of the Public School Code [Chapter 22 [except Article 5A] NMSA 1978] or rules promulgated pursuant to the Public School Code; and

(4)     waive provisions of the Public School Code as authorized by law.