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Got an extra hoodie? Someone could use the warmth!
Adult-sized winter clothing is often overlooked, and we're looking for (NEW) hoodies , jackets, and coats in adult sizes to help keep our SFPS students warm this winter.
WINTER WARMTH DRIVE
October 13 – December 4
📍 Two donation drop-off locations:
Educational Services Center - 610 Alta Vista St.
B.F. Young Professional Center - 1300 Camino Sierra Vista
Let's fill some closets and spread a little warmth this winter!
Thank you for supporting our students!
Adult-sized winter clothing is often overlooked, and we're looking for (NEW) hoodies , jackets, and coats in adult sizes to help keep our SFPS students warm this winter.
WINTER WARMTH DRIVE
October 13 – December 4
📍 Two donation drop-off locations:
Educational Services Center - 610 Alta Vista St.
B.F. Young Professional Center - 1300 Camino Sierra Vista
Let's fill some closets and spread a little warmth this winter!
Thank you for supporting our students!
🎒 Planning Ahead for the 2027–2028 School Year?
Mark your calendars! 📅 The SFPS School Transfer Lottery Priority Placement and the SFPS Pre-K Lottery both open Sunday, November 1!
🏫 School Choice Lottery: Interested in enrolling your K-12 student in an SFPS school outside your designated attendance zone? Apply for priority placement beginning November 1!
✏️ Pre-K Lottery: Have a little learner ready to begin their educational journey? Applications for SFPS Pre-K programs for the 2027–2028 school year also open November 1! All families interested in enrolling their child in an SFPS Pre-K program for the 2027–28 school year must submit a Pre-K Lottery application. Pre-K seats are limited, and submitting an application does not guarantee placement in a requested program.
📌 Learn more: https://aptg.co/yqQ7QZ
Santa Fe Public Schools would like to thank several community partners for their recent collaboration in supporting our nursing department, students and families.
Thank you to Carolyn Delicias and the Albertsons Pharmacy team for their assistance with our recent flu and Covid-19 vaccine clinic.
Thank you also to Sky Cinemas Midtown for hosting our diabetes club students and families!
**Update** Reminder: Schools are closed on Tuesday, November 3rd for Election Day.
Classes will resume on Wednesday, November 4th.
Classes will resume on Wednesday, November 4th.
Bus routes 37 and 38 are experiencing delays this morning (10/26) due to mechanical issues.
The affected routes are:
-Route 37: Serves Amy Biehl Community School students.
-Route 38: Serves Carlos Gilbert Elementary and Gonzales Community School students.
Our Transportation Department is working to resolve the situation as quickly as possible and minimize disruptions.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding.
This is a reminder that Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Thursday, October 22, and Friday, October 23.
Please note the following school schedule:
Thursday, October 22: No school for students at elementary and K–8 schools.
Friday, October 23: No school for all SFPS students.
Classes will resume on Monday, October 26.
🎃🚲 Kidical Mass Costume Parade & Family Bike Ride! 🚲🎃
Get your costumes ready and decorate your bikes! Join us for a fun, family-friendly Halloween ride through Cottonwood Village and along the Cottonwood River Trail extension! 👻
📅 Wednesday, October 28
📍 Meet at El Camino Real Academy parking lot (2500 S. Meadows Rd.)
⏰ 5:30 PM meet-up | 6:00 PM ride starts
🍬 Want to help make this event extra special? We're looking for:
🚲 Volunteers to help guide and marshal the ride
🍭 Volunteers to hand out candy along the trail
🍬 Candy donations
📣 Help sharing the flyer and spreading the word
🔧 Volunteers who can assist with basic bike repairs
You can even set up a table or display along the trail to hand out treats and join in the fun!
The ride is planned for sunset, so bike lights are encouraged and will be provided when possible. Helmets are required!
Want to volunteer? Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/wsh2b6tm
Bring the whole family, wear your favorite costume, light up your bike, and help make this a spooktacular community event! 🎃
All ages welcome! Please share and help spread the word! 🚲
🎶 Oh, the cold will be coming ’round the mountain when it comes…! 🎶 🥶
Today may be nice, but those chilly mornings are on their way! ❄️ Let’s get ahead of the cold and help keep our SFPS students warm this winter.
🧥 Our annual Winter Warmth Drive is here!
We’re collecting NEW hoodies (especially needed!), jackets, and coats to help students stay warm and ready to learn. Adult sizes are especially needed, but students of all ages can benefit from a little extra warmth!
❤️ Help us get ready for the cold! Drop off your donations at either of our two designated locations. More details in the attached flyer.
#SFPS #WinterWarmthDrive #SantaFePublicSchools
Today may be nice, but those chilly mornings are on their way! ❄️ Let’s get ahead of the cold and help keep our SFPS students warm this winter.
🧥 Our annual Winter Warmth Drive is here!
We’re collecting NEW hoodies (especially needed!), jackets, and coats to help students stay warm and ready to learn. Adult sizes are especially needed, but students of all ages can benefit from a little extra warmth!
❤️ Help us get ready for the cold! Drop off your donations at either of our two designated locations. More details in the attached flyer.
#SFPS #WinterWarmthDrive #SantaFePublicSchools
📢 Correction: SFPS Parent-Teacher Conferences are October 22–23!
Please take note of the following schedules:
📅 Thursday, October 22: No school for students at elementary and K–8 schools. Students at Milagro, Ortiz, Mandela, ECO, Santa Fe High, and Capital High will attend school as usual.
📅 Friday, October 23: No school for ALL SFPS students.
We apologize for any confusion and appreciate your understanding!
Please take note of the following schedules:
📅 Thursday, October 22: No school for students at elementary and K–8 schools. Students at Milagro, Ortiz, Mandela, ECO, Santa Fe High, and Capital High will attend school as usual.
📅 Friday, October 23: No school for ALL SFPS students.
We apologize for any confusion and appreciate your understanding!
🎒 SFPS PreK openings are available!
We currently have a limited number of PreK seats available at several SFPS schools, including options for 3- and 4-year-olds and bilingual programs.
📞 Interested? Call (505) 467-4111 for more information.
Seats are limited, so don’t wait!
We currently have a limited number of PreK seats available at several SFPS schools, including options for 3- and 4-year-olds and bilingual programs.
📞 Interested? Call (505) 467-4111 for more information.
Seats are limited, so don’t wait!
Reminder:
No school on Friday October 9th
No school and District offices closed on Monday, October 12th.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 13th.
Looking for plans this Friday evening? We’ve got you covered! 🕷️🍿🎬
Join SFPS for a FREE Movie Night at Chaparral Elementary School TOMORROW, Friday, September 25, at 5:30 p.m.
Bring the family, grab some popcorn, and enjoy a fun evening together. We hope to see you there!
Join SFPS for a FREE Movie Night at Chaparral Elementary School TOMORROW, Friday, September 25, at 5:30 p.m.
Bring the family, grab some popcorn, and enjoy a fun evening together. We hope to see you there!
🎬🍿 Movie night is about a week away! 🍿🎬
Mark your calendars for a FREE indoor movie night featuring Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse! 🕷️
📅 Friday, September 25
📍 Chaparral Elementary School
🕠 Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Come early to grab your popcorn, get your face painted, and find your seat! 🍿
Additional snacks will be available for purchase.
👨👩👧👦 All students must be accompanied by an attending adult.
Bring the family and get ready for a fun night with SFPS! 🕷️🎬
Mark your calendars for a FREE indoor movie night featuring Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse! 🕷️
📅 Friday, September 25
📍 Chaparral Elementary School
🕠 Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Come early to grab your popcorn, get your face painted, and find your seat! 🍿
Additional snacks will be available for purchase.
👨👩👧👦 All students must be accompanied by an attending adult.
Bring the family and get ready for a fun night with SFPS! 🕷️🎬
💙 Community Schools Coordinator Appreciation Week | Sept. 13–19 💙
This week, we’re celebrating and thanking our incredible Community Schools Coordinators!
Community Schools Coordinators play an important role in connecting students, families, schools, and community partners. Through their dedication, collaboration, and commitment to their school communities, they help create opportunities, strengthen relationships, and ensure families have access to the resources and support they need.
Thank you for all you do to build stronger, more connected school communities. Your work matters, and we appreciate you!
Happy Community Schools Coordinator Appreciation Week! 🎉
This week, we’re celebrating and thanking our incredible Community Schools Coordinators!
Community Schools Coordinators play an important role in connecting students, families, schools, and community partners. Through their dedication, collaboration, and commitment to their school communities, they help create opportunities, strengthen relationships, and ensure families have access to the resources and support they need.
Thank you for all you do to build stronger, more connected school communities. Your work matters, and we appreciate you!
Happy Community Schools Coordinator Appreciation Week! 🎉
🇺🇸 Labor Day Reminder!
Santa Fe Public Schools will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.
We’ll see everyone back at school on Tuesday, September 8!
Santa Fe Public Schools will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.
We’ll see everyone back at school on Tuesday, September 8!
📱 The August SFPS Digital Wellness Family Newsletter is here!
Stay up to date with helpful resources, family tips, and digital wellness information to support your students and family this school year.
👉 Read the August edition
#SFPS #DigitalWellness #FamilyResources
Consider Becoming an EBHA!
Make a difference in a student’s day—and get recognized for the important work you do.
Eligible Educational Behavioral Health Assistants (EBHAs) can receive a $2,500 total stipend:
$1,250 paid each semester
Recognizes the essential work EBHAs do as Educational Assistants
Supports the daily work that helps students learn, participate, and succeed
Your support helps students access their education, stay engaged, and thrive at school.
Ready to join the team?
Visit sfps.info and click “Join Our Team” to view available job postings.
Make a difference in a student’s day—and get recognized for the important work you do.
Eligible Educational Behavioral Health Assistants (EBHAs) can receive a $2,500 total stipend:
$1,250 paid each semester
Recognizes the essential work EBHAs do as Educational Assistants
Supports the daily work that helps students learn, participate, and succeed
Your support helps students access their education, stay engaged, and thrive at school.
Ready to join the team?
Visit sfps.info and click “Join Our Team” to view available job postings.
Don't forget, TODAY is our 1st Annual Parent Conference — FREE!
- Free lunch
- Door prizes
- Family-focused sessions
- Free childcare
- Spanish interpretation
📅 TODAY, August 22nd
📍 Milagro Middle School (1720 Llano St.)
⏰ 9 am - 1:30 pm
Come learn, connect & discover SFPS resources!
¡Padres y tutores, los esperamos HOY!
- Free lunch
- Door prizes
- Family-focused sessions
- Free childcare
- Spanish interpretation
📅 TODAY, August 22nd
📍 Milagro Middle School (1720 Llano St.)
⏰ 9 am - 1:30 pm
Come learn, connect & discover SFPS resources!
¡Padres y tutores, los esperamos HOY!
Update: The shelter-in-place at Milagro Middle School, Nava Elementary, Santa Fe High School, ECO High School, and Chaparral Elementary has been lifted. Students and staff are safe, and schools are resuming normal operations. Thank you for your patience and understanding.