Honor an educator or educational support professional (ESP) now for their dedication and contributions to the students of the Santa Fe Public Schools! Nominations close tomorrow, April 12.
In partnership with Nusenda Credit Union, SFPS is recognizing one classroom teacher and one ESP per quarter. The honorees are surprised with a certification, gift and recognized via the district’s platforms.
Students, parents, teachers, secretaries, principals, community members, and any other stakeholder may nominate a classroom teacher and/or ESP for this honor by completing a paper nomination form at SFPS Central Office, 610 Alta Vista or online: www.sfps.info/page/outstanding-educators-recognition
With the start of spring comes student testing. "It's time to roll up our sleeves and delve into state-mandated assessments, which will provide essential information on student progress and pinpoint areas of focus for teachers and students when school starts in August," said Superintendent Hilario "Larry" Chavez.
Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1545655
The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) on Friday, March 22nd notified school districts that the 2024-25 unit value, which is the driver for funding education, will increase slightly, from $6,241.67 to $6,442.55, or by 3.22 percent.
Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1545622
Adam Garcia has been named the head coach for the Santa Fe High School (SFHS) Volleyball program, Superintendent Hilario "Larry" Chavez announced on Monday, April 8th.
Read more: https://www.sfps.info/article/1541450
🎪✨📚 LITERACY CARNIVAL ALERT! 📚✨🎪
🗓 Date: April 13, 2024
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Early Childhood Center at Ramirez Thomas Elementary, 3200 Calle Po Ae Pi
Get ready for a day overflowing with books, music, and sheer joy at our Literacy Carnival! This is a free event that promises fun for the whole family. Dive into the world of stories and melodies!
🎤 Special Highlight: Join Barney Saltzberg, the beloved author of Beautiful Oops!, for enchanting read-and-sing-alongs at 9:30 AM & 12:00 PM. Don't miss this magical experience!
🎉 Attractions Include:
Booths bursting with fun, hands-on activities for all ages.
A special giveaway: The first 100 people to RSVP will grab a tote filled with books and art supplies!
Delicious food for purchase, proudly offered by the ECC PTA.
👪 Bring your kids, nieces, nephews, and the young at heart for an unforgettable adventure in literacy. Let’s celebrate the joy of reading and creativity together!
📣 RSVP NOW to secure your tote full of treasures. See you at the carnival where stories come alive!
The Santa Fe High School (SFHS) Band will be sporting new band uniforms within the next year. The new uniforms are being purchased with $164,000 in federal ESSER funds, which are set to expire in September.
"It's wonderful to have a little pot of remaining ESSER funding to provide this important need and SFPS Board of Education priority. We look forward to seeing the SFHS Band perform in their new attire at their home stadium and at other venues far and wide," said Superintendent Hilario "Larry" Chavez.
In making its request to the New Mexico Public Education Department to use ESSER funding to purchase the band uniforms, SFPS said, "Band performances help reignite our schools as centers of our community and culture, and in turn will boost school attendance. Furthermore, music performances are part of culturally relevant instruction and practice."
Learn more: https://go.sfps.info/4-5Bulletin
Eldorado Community School (EDCS) teachers learned from their peers about technology available to their students during EDCS's second annual Computer Science Playground. Staff showcased learning via Spheros Indi Robot Cars, Ozobots, Artificial Intelligence and the Book Creator app.
The Santa Fe Public Schools Language and Culture Department hosted the District Spanish Spelling Bee on March 12. Participants from grades 4th-8th competed at their individual school sites in order to qualify for the District Spanish Spelling Bee.
The winners of the District Spanish Spelling Bee were the following:
First Place Winner: Jayden Cruz, 5th Grade, Cesar Chavez Elementary School
Second Place Winner: Mark Yat Garcia, Salazar Elementary School and
Third Place Winner: Ricardo Rodriguez, 8th Grade, Ortiz Middle School.
SFPS District Spanish Spelling Bee First Place Winner, Jayden Cruz will compete in the State Spanish Spelling Bee on April 30 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque.
Crews were hard at work on Wednesday, March 20th, replacing the turf at Santa Fe High School's (SFHS) Ivan Head Stadium. It is one of several projects launching over the next six to eight months across the district, made possible by voter support through the general obligation bond and mill levy.
Read more: https://www.sfps.info/article/1531480
More than 20 SFPS middle and K-8 student council members gathered at the B.F. Young Professional Center on Tuesday, March 19th to share activities underway at their schools and develop a student survey for school communities on areas of importance.
Learn more: https://go.sfps.info/Bulletin3-22
Dr. Jackie Gerstein, a gifted education teacher at Salazar Elementary School, provides a showcase of student activities inspired by the ISTE U course Artificial Intelligence Explorations for Educators (https://iste.org/ai). Gerstein says teaching students about artificial intelligence and how to use it gives them the skills, ability, knowledge and passion to thrive in school and in their futures!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYDu8grY1tU
Here's a sneak peek into the amazing world of Willy Wonka! Support Atalaya students during their community performances THIS Wednesday and Thursday at 6 PM in the Atalaya Cafetorium, 721 Camino Cabra.
Today marks a special day at Atalaya Elementary as they warmly welcome the arrival of not one, but TWO Buddy Benches - a vibrant addition to their playgrounds, one dedicated to their PreK buddies and another for their amazing students in grades 1-6.
The journey to this moment began with a heartwarming story of empathy and kindness, sparked by the observant eyes of a first grader at Atalaya, Alyssa Kesler. Alyssa, moved by the sight of a friend playing alone, want to help not just her friend but any student in need of a buddy. Her idea? A space where anyone feeling lonely or in need of a playmate could find a friend.
And here we are, seeing Alyssa's vision come to life with our brand new Buddy Benches! These benches are more than just a place to sit; they're a beacon of friendship, a call to action for inclusion, and a reminder that no one should ever feel alone.
Let's use these benches to spread kindness, encourage new friendships, and build a community where everyone feels welcome. A huge thank you to everyone who supported this initiative, proving once again that great things happen when we come together for a good cause.
Remember, if you're looking for a friend to play with, head to the Buddy Bench - someone there is waiting to share a smile, a laugh, and maybe even a new adventure.
Here's to making every day a little brighter, one buddy at a time! 💖
The new weekly bulletin is here. Learn about the planned rebuild of E.J. Martinez Elementary School and see a photo of Gonzales Community School Principal Chris Lopez taking a pie in the face for Pi Day! https://conta.cc/48VCMl8
Join Chaparral Elementary for day of service and fun! Mark your calendars for April 13, clean up from 9-11 am; Basket Bingo from 11 am-1 pm!
David Edward Garcia, a youth motivational comedian, stopped by Ortiz Middle School today. Students were treated to his performance, where he shared his story from being deemed an “at-risk student” to learning five languages and earning a master’s degree. He also challenged Ortiz students to a dance-off and spent the afternoon speaking to SFPS educators.
TONIGHT is movie night!🍿🎬 Wear your comfiest pjs & slippers for a showing of Trolls Band Together at Ramirez Thomas Elementary gym at 6 PM on Friday, March 8. Movie, popcorn and cotton candy are all free! We hope to see you there.
🌟 Happy International Women's Day! 🌟
Today, as we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women worldwide, we also want to honor the women within our Santa Fe Public Schools family - educators, staff, students, and parents who make SFPS shine brightly. 💖✨
To all the women who dedicate their time, passion, and expertise to shaping the minds and futures of our students, thank you! Your unwavering commitment to education empowers our youth and helps them reach for the stars.
Congratulations to Kearny Elementary School's 6th grade students and their teacher, José Luis Hernández Morán for a fantastic showing at the Northeastern N.M. Regional Science and Engineering Fair!
