New Mexico School for the Arts

09/03/2026

Missed our August Virtual Open House Event? Don't worry, we have 3 more Get to Know NMSA Virtual Open Houses!

Join us September 19th, November 21st, or March 13th from 10 am - 12 pm to learn more about NMSA's award winning arts and academic programs, and what student life at NMSA is like!

Please RSVP at the link in our bio or by emailing [email protected]

09/01/2026

NMSA still has open space for the current 26/27 school year in 9th, 10th, and 12th grades!

12th-grade has open spots in Dance and Music!

APPLY BY SEPT. 14TH!!!

Head to the link in our bio or visit our website to learn more and apply! https://www.nmschoolforthearts.org/application-overview/

08/31/2026

Congratulations Ms. McCombs! We are so proud of you!

08/29/2026

Join us for an exciting and FREE Keyboard Workshop at Moving Arts Española!

September 19th, 2026
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Moving Arts Española
68 NM-291, Española, NM 87532

Join us for an afternoon jam with NMSA piano teacher John Rangel! The workshop will explore keyboard techniques and give students the opportunity to create a piece of music together.

Sign up at the link in our bio!

08/28/2026

NMSA is so proud to announce that Acacia McCombs is a semifinalist for the 2027 New Mexico Teacher of the Year! 🎉

Ms. McCombs teaches Senior Seminar and History at New Mexico School for the Arts. Her commitment to encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and meaningful connections helps prepare students to take their next steps with confidence. 📚✨

Join us in celebrating Ms. McCombs and this well-deserved recognition! CONGRATULATIONS!!!

08/25/2026

08/21/2026

TOMORROW! Join us virtually on August 22nd to learn about our programs, facilities, and application process! NMSA is New Mexico’s only tuition-free, statewide, public arts high school serving grades 9-12 with mastery arts and rigorous academic programs. We offer instruction in 6 arts disciplines: Cinematic Arts, Creative Writing & Literature, Dance, Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts.

Get to Know NMSA!: August 22nd 2026
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Location: Through Zoom (RSVP required)- Email [email protected] to RSVP!


Photo by Court Kessler

08/17/2026

TOMORROW! Our Railyard neighbor La Lecheria has offered to donate a portion of all sales made on Tuesday, August 18th to the NMSA Parent Association! Indulge in a delicious ice cream treat AND support NMSA!

08/15/2026

We still have spots available in our 9th-grade class for the current 26/27 school year!

9th graders are welcome to apply for Creative Writing & Literature, Cinematic Arts, Dance, or Music!

Apply by September 14th 2026!!!

08/14/2026

NMSA still has open space for the current 26/27 school year in 9th, 10th, and 12th grades!

9th-grade has open spots in Creative Writing & Literature, Cinematic Arts, Dance, and Music

10th-grade has open spots in Creative Writing & Literature, Cinematic Arts, Dance, Music, and Theatre

12th-grade has open spots in Dance and Music!

Head to the link in our bio or visit our website to learn more and apply! https://www.nmschoolforthearts.org/application-overview/