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Maeghan McCormick

At César Chávez Elementary School, we engage students with high expectations while providing the equitable support that students deserve. We are dedicated to developing high-quality programs that empower students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

César Chávez Elementary School offers families a choice of a traditional English immersion program or an 80-20 dual language model (Spanish-English). Both strands serve students in grades K - 5 and support literacy development in one or two languages. We are also proud to offer pre-k classes for four-year old students.

The dual language program offers a comprehensive, standards-based literacy program focused on ensuring that students become biliterate and bilingual by 5th grade. Science and social studies are organized around themes to create student interest in learning while respecting and honoring each child’s voice, personal life experience, beliefs, language and culture. Our Imaginarium inspires students to love math and supports their active participation in scientific practices and investigations.

Our trauma-informed, caring and professional staff offer an extensive, high-level curriculum to support students’ academic and wellness growth and success. We have a full time nurse and school counselor; both nationally certified. A community school coordinator and Student Success Facilitator also support students and families through after school programming, classes for parents and community partnerships.

  • Maeghan McCormick-Principal

Spotlight

Mrs. Moya

Hello everyone. I am Autem Moya. I have taught with the Santa Fe Public Schools for the past 19 years. I currently teach 3rd grade as a partner teacher for 34 students. Teaching is the career I chose, and I love it. I just received my Masters Degree from New Mexico Highlands University!

- Mrs. A. Moya

Ms. Alison

My name is Ms. Alison, and I am the PreK Lead Teacher at Cesar Chavez. We have a fantastic PreK team working with our youngest White Tigers and I love helping them to develop a love for learning. I’m grateful to be part of such a wonderful community.

- Ms. A. Cherpitel

Ms. Val

I go by Ms.Val and I have been at Cesar Chavez for about 10 years. I started out as a substitute, moved up to an educational assistant, and then a teacher. I keep coming back, because this is my home. I love the students more than anything. Thank you for letting me be a part of this family.

- Ms. V. Valdez