Capital High's 7th annual College and Career Commitment Day was full of conversations with local colleges and organizations, good food, music and lots of fun.
Capital High School seniors revisited their old stomping grounds - El Camino Real Academy, Ramirez Thomas Elementary, Sweeney Elementary, Ortiz Middle, Cesar Chavez Elementary and Nina Otero Community School - today during their senior parade and were celebrated and embraced by teachers and younger students.
First graders at Kearny Elementary were joined by Executive Chef Erica Tai from Alkemē and Taleia Monty from Cooking with Kids. Chef Tai shared her Taiwanese heritage and how she incorporates it into her cooking. Together, they made Mediterranean hummus, flatbread, and tomato and cucumber salad.
Congratulations to Mandela International Magnet School, Capital High School and Santa Fe High School for ranking in the U.S. News and World Report's top 30 high schools in New Mexico. Mandela ranks third in the state, followed by Capital at 15th and Santa Fe High at 30th. SFPS schools are shining stars! We are delighted to see these three schools get recognition as statewide standouts.
We're hosting a job fair on May 10th! Come by and visit with organizations like SFPS, the University of New Mexico, and Santa Fe Community College to learn what positions are available now!
For a third year, SFPS is offering innovative, free summer programming across the district in June and July. "We're looking forward to once again offering a multitude of exciting opportunities for students to stay engaged with their learning and have fun!" said Superintendent Hilario "Larry" Chavez.
Twenty-five programs will be offered at 13 sites, with breakfast and lunch included. Offerings range from Math Adventure Camp, to Go Kart Camp, to Rock Camp, to Spanish Splash, to credit recovery.
Read more & register your child: www.sfps.info/article/1556956
Early College Opportunities High School (ECO) opened its new, renovated building to the public at a ribbon-cutting celebration on Thursday, April 18th. The celebration showcased new spaces for classrooms, a science laboratory, a maker’s space, workrooms for teachers and a large commons area with a media center.
Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1559793
Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) thanks volunteers for generously giving their time during the 2023-24 school year. SFPS has 795 active volunteers who have worked 17,944 service hours this school year. Nearly 6,000 of these hours were tutoring students in reading, math and various core subjects. This year, there was also an increase in volunteer support for STEAM activities, mentoring and overall school site support. SFPS volunteers are a vital piece of our community.
Thank you, SFPS volunteers, for your dedication and commitment!
150 students from 11 schools participated in a mock Legislative Session at the Roundhouse. Santa Fe High School (SFHS) students worked diligently for months to draft bills and practice their debate skills. Though SFHS students’ bills were either vetoed or didn’t make it to the Governor’s desk, SFHS took home two of the highest awards: Best Representative – Florian Stricks and Best Senator – Landen Kessler. Congratulations, SFHS students!
Join us for high school graduation ceremonies from May 22nd to 24th as we celebrate our seniors for their wonderful achievement and milestone!
Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1549725
Honor an educator or educational support professional (ESP) now for their dedication and contributions to the students of the Santa Fe Public Schools! Nominations have been EXTENDED to Monday, APRIL 22.
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
Honor an educator or educational support professional (ESP) now for their dedication and contributions to the students of the Santa Fe Public Schools! Nominations have been EXTENDED to Monday, APRIL 22.
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
The film was made by Amy Biehl sixth-grade students in their art classroom with art teacher Kim-Jimi Leonard and film teacher Dr. Lisa Spencer. Cristina Gonzalez, SFPS fine arts coordinator, said the film was made "in the spirit of social justice and the namesake of the school, Amy Biehl."
Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1549616
Congratulations to 15 SFPS students who will receive LANL scholarships to pursue bachelor's degrees. They are among 128 Northern New Mexico students receiving 132 LANL scholarships worth $880,000!
Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1549585
Milagro Middle School's science teachers held an eclipse viewing party for students for the Total Solar Eclipse on Monday, April 8th. Matthew Pacheco set up an eclipse watch party in Milagro's outdoor classroom, Mark Waugh’s students made cereal box viewers and Christopher Slakey and Leif Johnson participated with their students as well.
Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1549712
Early College Opportunities High School (ECO) invites the public to a ribbon-cutting celebrating its renovated campus, located at 2301 W. Zia Road, on Thursday, April 18th at 4:30 p.m. The celebration, which is being held less than two years since SFPS broke ground for the renovation, will include tours of ECO's new classrooms, commons, gym, cafeteria and administrative wing.
Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1549542
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
