🍂✨ Wishing all families a joyous and cozy Autumnal Holiday filled with warmth, love, and reflection. 🍁 As we enjoy this season of change, let’s also honor Indigenous Peoples' Day by celebrating the vibrant cultures, traditions, and enduring contributions of Indigenous communities. See you back in school on Tuesday, Oct. 15th!
about 6 hours ago, Tara Melton
Autumn Holiday
Autumn Holiday
Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) received a report on October 8, 2024, and worked collaboratively with the Santa Fe Police Department (SFPD) to investigate an alleged hazing incident involving student-athletes on the Santa Fe High School football team. We take this situation with the utmost seriousness, as the safety, well-being, and dignity of all students are our top priorities. Every student has the right to be treated with respect and is expected to demonstrate the same respect toward others. SFPS maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding hazing. Any act of hazing, in any form, is not tolerated and violates district policy, New Mexico law, and federal law. Students involved in hazing—whether as participants, organizers, or bystanders—may face serious disciplinary actions, including suspension or expulsion. Hazing is not only illegal but also runs counter to the values of respect and inclusion that SFPS upholds. It is a violation of our Student Code of Conduct and goes against our mission to foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where all students can learn and thrive without fear of harassment or intimidation. The district is fully committed to addressing this issue promptly and ensuring the safety of all our students.
2 days ago, Tara Melton
The New Mexico Public Education Department has issued new guidance for handling threats that originate on social media. Recently, schools across the nation have seen a surge in social media threats—many of which are hoaxes or pranks. Even when these threats are unfounded, they can still lead to widespread fear, the cancellation of events, and a strain on resources. We urge everyone to be vigilant online and report any suspicious activity to authorities. Let's work together to keep our schools safe and protect our community's well-being.
14 days ago, Tara Melton
Social Media Threat Guidance
Social Media Threat Guidance
Tonight, District 4 Board Member Lynn Gardner Heffron was sworn in by her friend to join the Santa Fe Public Schools Board of Education! Congratulations Board Member Heffron!
28 days ago, Tara Melton
Lynn Gardner Heffron is sworn into Board
Lynn Gardner Heffron is sworn into Board
Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) became aware yesterday of a social media post by a concerned parent regarding an incident involving a potential threat of violence at one of our schools. SFPS immediately reached out to the parent and initiated a thorough investigation into the matter. Throughout the investigation, the SFPS Security Department collaborated closely with the Santa Fe Police Department. As part of our comprehensive review, we conducted interviews with students, guardians, and staff involved. After a detailed investigation, it has been determined that there is no current threat to the safety of our school community. SFPS takes all threats of violence seriously, and we remain committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families. We encourage anyone with concerns or information regarding potential threats to report them immediately. You can contact your school's administration, call the district at 505-467-2000, or submit an anonymous report online through the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System at sandyhookpromise.org “Submit A Tip” We appreciate the concern expressed by the community regarding this alleged threat and thank you for your continued partnership in maintaining the safety and security of our schools.
28 days ago, Tara Melton
🌟🎒 Kick Off the School Year with Diabetes Club! 🎒🌟 We’re excited to invite all students with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, along with their families and friends, to our Back to School Meeting on September 26th! 📅✨ Join us for a day packed with fun and exciting activities: 🧗‍♂️ Ropes Course Adventure 🔥 Bonfire 🍔 Cookout It’s the perfect chance to connect with others, enjoy some outdoor fun, and get ready for the school year ahead. Don’t miss this opportunity to build friendships and make unforgettable memories!
about 1 month ago, Tara Melton
Diabetes club
Diabetes club
Lynn Gardner Heffron has been appointed by the Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) Board of Education to fill the District 5 position left vacant by Sascha Guinn Anderson, who resigned on July 25th. The Board voted unanimously to appoint Heffron, who is co-president of the American Association of University Women New Mexico. Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1738239
about 1 month ago, Tara Melton
Lynn Gardner Heffron
Lynn Gardner Heffron
Our student-athletes are not just champions on the field, but also in the classroom! 🏆 They've got an important message for all of us: showing up matters! 💯 Consistency in attendance is key to success, both in sports and academics. 📚 Whether it's practice or class, being present every day helps us grow, learn, and achieve our goals. 🌟 Let's support each other by committing to good attendance—because every day counts! https://youtu.be/bFsJsTl-WSg?si=ZOv11lAJbtxpFI4F
about 2 months ago, Tara Melton
SFPS and the City of Santa Fe have partnered to host the first annual Early Childhood Wellness Fair. This event is happening on Saturday, September 28th starting at 10AM at the Genoveva Chavez Center, and will feature activities geared towards toddlers and preschoolers, including art, music, movement and snacks, along with free books and prizes. Many of our wonderful community resources will also have booths, to help families connect with their services. The event will also feature information for families on toilet learning and free potty training supplies! Everyone is invited! --- SFPS y la ciudad de Santa Fe se han asociado para organizar la primera Feria anual de bienestar infantil. Este evento se llevará a cabo el sábado 28 de septiembre a partir de las 10 a. m. en el Centro Genoveva Chávez y contará con actividades dirigidas a niños pequeños y en edad preescolar, que incluyen arte, música, movimiento y bocadillos , además de libros gratis y premios . Muchos de nuestros maravillosos recursos comunitarios también tendrán puestos para ayudar a las familias a conectarse con sus servicios. ¡El evento también contará con información para familias sobre cómo aprender a ir al baño y suministros gratuitos para el entrenamiento para ir al baño! Todos estan invitado.
about 2 months ago, Tara Melton
Wellness Fair flyer
Wellness Fair flyer
What students do both inside and outside of the classroom impacts their educational success. When students participate in activities outside the classroom, such as clubs, sports or school events, they develop a sense of belonging and community. Check out this week's SFPS Bulletin at https://conta.cc/3X6DVUb and the perspective of Lucas Robbins, a senior at Mandela International Magnet School and student member of the SFPS Board of Education, as he discusses student engagement!
about 2 months ago, Ruth Williams
Student involvement improves the school experience
Dear SFPS Families, SFPS has a few health-related reminders for our students, staff, and families. - School nursing staff conduct state-required hearing and vision screenings starting in August and September. If you do not want your child to be screened you must notify the school principal and/or school nursing staff in writing by August 16th. - If your child has a medical condition requiring medical treatment or medication during the school day (including asthma or food allergies), please contact your child's school nurse as soon as possible. A list of necessary documents for common student medical needs can be found on the SFPS website here: https://www.sfps.info/o/sfps/page/medical-conditions - All students must be current on their routine childhood immunizations in order to attend school. If your child is in pre-k, kinder 7th or 12th grade this year, they are likely due for vaccines. SFPS will be hosting several upcoming free, walk-in vaccine clinics. No insurance required! Please see flyer for details. - Current guidance regarding illnesses including Covid-19 may be found on the SFPS website: https://www.sfps.info/o/sfps/page/nursing ; https://www.sfps.info/o/sfps/page/covid-19-protocol Wishing everyone a happy and healthy school year! --- Estimadas Familias de SFPS, SFPS tiene algunos recordatorios para ustedes relacionados con la salud de nuestros estudiantes, del personal y las familias. - El personal de enfermería realizará exámenes de audición y de visión requeridos por el estado a partir de agosto y septiembre. Si no desea que su hijo/a sea examinado/a, debe notificar por escrito al director/a de la escuela y/o al personal de enfermería antes del 16 de agosto. - Si su hijo/a tiene una condición médica que requiere tratamiento médico o medicación durante el día escolar (incluyendo asma o alergias alimentarias), por favor contacte con la enfermera de su hijo/a lo antes posible. Puede encontrar una lista de los documentos necesarios para las necesidades médicas comunes de los estudiantes en la página web de SFPS aquí: https://www.sfps.info/o/sfps/page/medical-conditions -Todos los estudiantes deben estar al día con sus vacunas infantiles de rutina para poder asistir a la escuela. Si su hijo/a está en preescolar, en kinder, 7º o 12º grado este año, es probable que necesite vacunas. SFPS organizará varias clínicas de vacunación gratuitas y sin cita previa próximamente. ¡No se requiere seguro! Consulte el volante para obtener más detalles. - Las guías actuales sobre enfermedades, incluyendo el Covid-19, se pueden encontrar en la página web de SFPS aquí: https://www.sfps.info/o/sfps/page/nursing ; https://www.sfps.info/o/sfps/page/covid-19-protocol ¡Les deseamos a todos un feliz y saludable año escolar!
about 2 months ago, Tara Melton
Vaccine Clinic info english
Vaccine Clinic info spanish
Fun abounded across the district for the first day of school today, August 9, as students were welcomed by school staff, reunited with classmates and connected with peers. It was a special day for students at E.J. Martinez Elementary School, who are temporarily located on the Chaparral Elementary School campus as they await construction of their new school. Read this story & more in the SFPS Bulletin: https://conta.cc/4dFj5Rt
2 months ago, Tara Melton
Ella Romero, second grader at E.J. Martinez, waits in the drop-off line on the first day of school.
🎒📸 Welcome back, Santa Fe students! 🎉 We're thrilled to see all the bright smiles at E.J. Martinez Elementary and Chaparral Elementary this morning! Check out these heartwarming moments from the first day and this week's SFPS Bulletin at https://conta.cc/4dFj5Rt. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead filled with learning, laughter, and growth. Let’s make it a great one! 🌟
2 months ago, Tara Melton
1st Day
1st Day
1st Day
1st Day
1st Day
1st Day
1st Day
1st Day
🎓✨ Celebrating 56 incredible graduates from Santa Fe Public Schools! On July 22, students from Capital High, Santa Fe High, Early College Opportunities High, and Desert Sage Academy came together for a memorable Summer Commencement Ceremony. These students represent a diverse and dedicated cohort of students who overcame numerous challenges to reach this milestone. Congratulations, graduates! 🌟
3 months ago, Tara Melton
Summer Commencement
Summer Commencement
Summer Commencement
Summer Commencement
Summer Commencement
Summer Commencement
Summer Commencement
Summer Commencement
SFPS’ four-year graduation rate for 2022-23 grew to 83.1 percent, an increase of one percent, as reported by the New Mexico Public Education Department (PED). Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1668317
3 months ago, Tara Melton
SFHS graduate 2024
Jessica Garcia has been named principal of Amy Biehl Community School starting with the 2024-25 school year. Garcia has served as Piñon Elementary assistant principal since 2021. She takes the helm from Felicia Torres, who has served as principal since 2019 and is taking a leave of absence. Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1653707
4 months ago, Tara Melton
Jessica Garcia
Superintendent Hilario “Larry” Chavez announced today, June 19th, that Bill Bilbo has been named principal of Ortiz Middle School starting with the 2024-25 school year. Bilbo has served as assistant principal of Santo Domingo Elementary and Middle Schools in the Bernalillo Public Schools since 2018. He takes the helm from Principal Felicia Sena, who was promoted by Superintendent Chavez to assistant superintendent effective July 1st. Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1648533
4 months ago, Tara Melton
Ortiz Middle School
Estrella Flores was named varsity coach for the Capital High School (CHS) girls basketball program today, June 18th. CHS Principal Jaime Holladay said, “Estrella Flores comes with an impressive wealth of experience as a coach, athlete and, notably, collegiate basketball player. We’re excited to have Estrella join our Capital High School family. We look forward to an exciting basketball season.” Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1648354
4 months ago, Tara Melton
Capital High School logo
In an all-time first, SFPS’ summer program is serving more than 5,000 SFPS students, Superintendent Hilario “Larry” Chavez said today, June 12th. “We’re reaching just under 50 percent of the district’s enrollment through free summer programming, work-based learning opportunities, structured literacy and summer athletic conditioning,” he said. “This is a remarkable milestone. “The response from parents and students has been astounding. It’s exciting to once again offer a multitude of opportunities for students to stay engaged with their learning while having fun!” said Superintendent Chavez. Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1642203
4 months ago, Tara Melton
Edwin, fourth grader, works in Tinkercad.
Meals are FREE to ALL children between the ages of 1-18 this summer. You do not have to be participating in a school or city-sponsored program to come and eat a meal with SFPS! We would love your company, so bring all the kids and come enjoy a great meal! To view all of the participating school sites, visit: www.sfps.info/article/1605646
4 months ago, Tara Melton