We’re the CREC
Who We Are
The Central Region Educational Cooperative (REC 5) is one of New Mexico’s ten regional service agencies, created in 1984 to help schools work together and share resources. Our governing Council—composed of superintendents from member school districts—guides our mission as we collaborate to strengthen teaching and learning across the state.
Who We Serve
Today, we support 11 educational entities—including 6 school districts, 4 state-supported educational programs and 1 Bureau of Indian Education-funded Department of Education. as well as reaching countless other schools, educators, and students through our diverse programs.
What We Do
We provide cost-effective ancillary services, high-quality professional learning, instructional coaching supports, and fiscal and program management for statewide initiatives in partnership with the NM Public Education Department, the Early Childhood Education & Care Department, the Commission for the Blind, and sister RECs. Guided by local needs, we collaborate, adapt, and innovate for every community we serve.
Learn more about the statewide network at NMRECA.
Every Student · Every Region · Every Day
Meet Maria Jaramillo, Our Executive Director
Supporting Rural Schools, Empowering Students
At CREC, we’re a team dedicated to supporting rural schools and the communities they serve. We understand the unique challenges faced by school districts across New Mexico, and we’re here to help bridge the gap between local needs and available resources.
“We are here for our members--and most importantly, we're here for the kids.”
Through collaborative efforts, state partnerships, professional learning and support, we empower educators and leaders to create meaningful opportunities for every student…every day.
Our Mission
To deliver and support efficient and effective educational and support services for CREC members — assisting them in providing quality education for students of all abilities.