📅 We’ve heard your questions about the upcoming school year calendar, and we appreciate families reaching out!
SFPS follows a set process each year to develop the school calendar. To learn more about that process, visit: www.sfps.info/page/school-calendar
The proposed calendar will go to the Board of Education on March 26. Once approved, it will be posted on the district’s website and SFPS families will be notified. 📣
Thank you for your patience! 💙
📣 SFPS Families: Free Parenting Classes!
There are still spaces available for FREE Love and Logic parenting classes! Join us on March 9 from 6–8 PM at Kearny Elementary (901 Avenida de las Campanas).
Learn practical, step-by-step strategies to set firm limits without arguments, share control through choices, and help your child build independence through healthy decision-making.
To register, contact Raquel Plaza at 505-467-2050 or sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf97Kvs9S1Y13qkK333oHCGbZuqlZ52WVCaAva6NJhGfVKNUw/viewform
More details are available on the flyer. We hope to see you there! 👨👩👧👦✨
There are still spaces available for FREE Love and Logic parenting classes! Join us on March 9 from 6–8 PM at Kearny Elementary (901 Avenida de las Campanas).
Learn practical, step-by-step strategies to set firm limits without arguments, share control through choices, and help your child build independence through healthy decision-making.
To register, contact Raquel Plaza at 505-467-2050 or sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf97Kvs9S1Y13qkK333oHCGbZuqlZ52WVCaAva6NJhGfVKNUw/viewform
More details are available on the flyer. We hope to see you there! 👨👩👧👦✨
Created in June 2025 in partnership between SFPS’s WAVE program and New Mexicans to Prevent Gun Violence at the Santa Fe Teen Center (6600 Valentine Way).
Created in 2025 by Santa Fe youth, this mural reflects the challenges young people face—such as violence, discrimination, and mental health challenges—as well as the resilience, resources, support, and hope that help them thrive. It honors the voices of young people while reminding us of their strength, dreams, and capacity to inspire change, along with their love for the community of Santa Fe.
Stop by the Santa Fe Teen Center to view the outdoor wall mural. Scan the QR code to check out the augmented reality components, and hear an amazing spoken word poem by Santa Fe
Youth Poet Laureate, Sofia Salazar.
Created in 2025 by Santa Fe youth, this mural reflects the challenges young people face—such as violence, discrimination, and mental health challenges—as well as the resilience, resources, support, and hope that help them thrive. It honors the voices of young people while reminding us of their strength, dreams, and capacity to inspire change, along with their love for the community of Santa Fe.
Stop by the Santa Fe Teen Center to view the outdoor wall mural. Scan the QR code to check out the augmented reality components, and hear an amazing spoken word poem by Santa Fe
Youth Poet Laureate, Sofia Salazar.
Be an upstander!
If you See Something, Say Something.
Students can report their concerns via the Say Something reporting system – whether it’s a possible threat or they are worried about a friend’s safety.
All reports are taken seriously and are immediately reported to the appropriate SFPS personnel.
www.saysomething.net/#submit_tip
Take the pledge against gun violence!
Commit to never bringing a gun to school and to never using guns to solve problems.
Since 1996, over 10 million youth nationwide have signed the Student Pledge Against Gun Violence. The Pledge encourages young people to abstain from contributing to gun violence, including bringing a gun to school.
The Pledge is available in older and younger versions, as well as English and Spanish.
Anyone can take the pledge, even teachers, parents, and community members!
E-sign the pledge here: tinyurl.com/wave-pledge
Commit to never bringing a gun to school and to never using guns to solve problems.
Since 1996, over 10 million youth nationwide have signed the Student Pledge Against Gun Violence. The Pledge encourages young people to abstain from contributing to gun violence, including bringing a gun to school.
The Pledge is available in older and younger versions, as well as English and Spanish.
Anyone can take the pledge, even teachers, parents, and community members!
E-sign the pledge here: tinyurl.com/wave-pledge
SFPS Gun Violence Prevention Week
March 2 - 6, 2026
KEEPING OUR STUDENTS SAFE BY PREVENTING GUN VIOLENCE
For many young people, concerns about gun violence are part of the world they navigate every day.
SFPS Gun Violence Prevention Week raises awareness, promotes early intervention, and highlights practical steps that help keep students safe and supported.
This campaign is anti-gun violence, not anti-gun, and recognizes the importance of outdoor and hunting traditions for many New Mexico families.
We are empowering students to shape a culture of safety in their schools by:
Taking the Student Pledge Against Gun Violence
Use Say Something to report safety concerns.
Reach out if you need help with a conflict, stress, or other challenges. Talk to a trusted adult, or call 988 or another helpline.
Thank you for supporting Gun Violence Prevention Week.
March 2 - 6, 2026
KEEPING OUR STUDENTS SAFE BY PREVENTING GUN VIOLENCE
For many young people, concerns about gun violence are part of the world they navigate every day.
SFPS Gun Violence Prevention Week raises awareness, promotes early intervention, and highlights practical steps that help keep students safe and supported.
This campaign is anti-gun violence, not anti-gun, and recognizes the importance of outdoor and hunting traditions for many New Mexico families.
We are empowering students to shape a culture of safety in their schools by:
Taking the Student Pledge Against Gun Violence
Use Say Something to report safety concerns.
Reach out if you need help with a conflict, stress, or other challenges. Talk to a trusted adult, or call 988 or another helpline.
Thank you for supporting Gun Violence Prevention Week.
Seeking Community Input for ESEA Applications for SY 2026-2027
SFPS will be submitting applications under Federal Programs for ESEA Title I, II, III and Title IV, AND Title VI programs this spring. We welcome community input on our application.
Please complete a brief survey and/or participate in a virtual meeting that will be held Friday, March 6, 2026 at 12:00 PM.
Please visit https://www.sfps.info/page/federal-programs for the meeting link and more information.
Complete the survey at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfK6bdZ_CfUxMK-Qz4ZsIGA5CXFNsEqQAcSxfUhPKMk5xBsJg/viewform
SFPS will be submitting applications under Federal Programs for ESEA Title I, II, III and Title IV, AND Title VI programs this spring. We welcome community input on our application.
Please complete a brief survey and/or participate in a virtual meeting that will be held Friday, March 6, 2026 at 12:00 PM.
Please visit https://www.sfps.info/page/federal-programs for the meeting link and more information.
Complete the survey at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfK6bdZ_CfUxMK-Qz4ZsIGA5CXFNsEqQAcSxfUhPKMk5xBsJg/viewform
SFPS Community, please review this important message from the Office of Student Wellness regarding the increase in respiratory illnesses across New Mexico.
Please review this letter, which contains an important message regarding a concerning social media trend. Por favor, revise esta carta, que contiene un mensaje importante sobre una tendencia preocupante en las redes sociales.
Bus Route 20 will run this afternoon. Routes 17 and 19 will not run due to poor road conditions. All routes are expected to operate tomorrow. We apologize for the inconvenience.
GO Vote!
Early Voting Starts Today! Support Cesar Chavez Elementary and all SFPS schools. The GO Bond & Mill Levy will ensure safe, supportive learning environments across Santa Fe.
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Early Voting Starts Today! Support Cesar Chavez Elementary and all SFPS schools. The GO Bond & Mill Levy will ensure safe, supportive learning environments across Santa Fe.
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Putting White Tigers First ✨
Reminder: Election Day is tomorrow! Support Cesar Chavez Elementary and all SFPS schools. The GO Bond & Mill Levy will ensure safe, supportive learning environments across Santa Fe.
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Reminder: Election Day is tomorrow! Support Cesar Chavez Elementary and all SFPS schools. The GO Bond & Mill Levy will ensure safe, supportive learning environments across Santa Fe.
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Want to apply for an SFPS school outside your area for 2026-27? Applications open 11/1. Priority deadline ends Jan 31, 2026. More info: sfps.info/page/lottery
Putting White Tigers First ✨
Here at Cesar Chavez Elementary, the GO Bond will provide electrical upgrades and roof/building improvements.
✅ The Mill Levy supports all SFPS schools and public charter schools—funding maintenance, equipment, and paying our hardworking custodians. Also, the GO Bond & Mill Levy will not raise taxes!
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Here at Cesar Chavez Elementary, the GO Bond will provide electrical upgrades and roof/building improvements.
✅ The Mill Levy supports all SFPS schools and public charter schools—funding maintenance, equipment, and paying our hardworking custodians. Also, the GO Bond & Mill Levy will not raise taxes!
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Great news from SFPS! 📚 Student reading proficiency grew to 42%, continuing our upward trend, while math proficiency held steady at 22% for 2024–25.
This progress is a direct result of our incredible teachers, school leaders, and students working together toward excellence. 💪
👉 Check out the full press release to learn more.
This progress is a direct result of our incredible teachers, school leaders, and students working together toward excellence. 💪
👉 Check out the full press release to learn more.
🎒 SFPS 2026–2027 K–12 School Choice Lottery Opens November 1!
The School Choice Lottery for K–12 students opens November 1, 2025. Apply for a school outside your child’s assigned attendance area for the 2026–2027 school year.
👉 Apply by January 31, 2026 to secure priority placement at www.sfps.info/page/lottery.
📄 See the flyer for more information.
There will be no school on Friday, October 10, and Monday, October 13 in observance of Fall Break and Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Admin offices will be open. Enjoy the long weekend—we’ll see everyone back in class on Tuesday, October 14! 🍂✨To see more important calendar dates, visit 🔗 https://5il.co/3dqqe
🌟 Join Our Family Circles Program at César Chávez! 🌟
César Chávez Elementary is excited to host Family Circles, a welcoming support program for newcomers to our district. This program is designed for families who have been in the district for less than three academic years, including immigrants and refugees.
Through three engaging sessions, participants will:
Connect with other newcomer families
Access valuable local resources
Learn how to navigate and support their children in the school system
Share and celebrate their cultures
Build a strong support network
Our first session will be on:
📅 Wednesday, October 23rd
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
There will be food and surprises for all participants!
Come and be part of a community where families support each other, celebrate their stories, and empower one another to thrive in their new home.
We can’t wait to see you there!
🌟 ¡Únete al Programa Círculos Familiares en César Chávez! 🌟
La escuela César Chávez está emocionada de invitarte a Círculos Familiares, un programa de apoyo para familias recién llegadas a nuestro distrito. Este programa está diseñado para familias que llevan menos de tres años académicos en el distrito, incluyendo inmigrantes y refugiados.
Durante tres sesiones enriquecedoras, los participantes podrán:
Conectarse con otras familias recién llegadas
Acceder a recursos locales valiosos
Aprender cómo navegar el sistema escolar y apoyar a sus hijos
Compartir y celebrar su cultura
Construir una red de apoyo sólida
Nuestra primera sesión será:
📅 Miércoles, 23 de octubre
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
¡Habrá comida y sorpresas para todos los asistentes!
Ven y sé parte de una comunidad donde las familias se apoyan, celebran sus historias y se empoderan para prosperar en su nuevo hogar.
¡Te esperamos con mucho entusiasmo!
César Chávez Elementary is excited to host Family Circles, a welcoming support program for newcomers to our district. This program is designed for families who have been in the district for less than three academic years, including immigrants and refugees.
Through three engaging sessions, participants will:
Connect with other newcomer families
Access valuable local resources
Learn how to navigate and support their children in the school system
Share and celebrate their cultures
Build a strong support network
Our first session will be on:
📅 Wednesday, October 23rd
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
There will be food and surprises for all participants!
Come and be part of a community where families support each other, celebrate their stories, and empower one another to thrive in their new home.
We can’t wait to see you there!
🌟 ¡Únete al Programa Círculos Familiares en César Chávez! 🌟
La escuela César Chávez está emocionada de invitarte a Círculos Familiares, un programa de apoyo para familias recién llegadas a nuestro distrito. Este programa está diseñado para familias que llevan menos de tres años académicos en el distrito, incluyendo inmigrantes y refugiados.
Durante tres sesiones enriquecedoras, los participantes podrán:
Conectarse con otras familias recién llegadas
Acceder a recursos locales valiosos
Aprender cómo navegar el sistema escolar y apoyar a sus hijos
Compartir y celebrar su cultura
Construir una red de apoyo sólida
Nuestra primera sesión será:
📅 Miércoles, 23 de octubre
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
¡Habrá comida y sorpresas para todos los asistentes!
Ven y sé parte de una comunidad donde las familias se apoyan, celebran sus historias y se empoderan para prosperar en su nuevo hogar.
¡Te esperamos con mucho entusiasmo!
Meet our interventionist!
¡Conoce a nuestra intervencionista!
¡Conoce a nuestra intervencionista!
🚀 The SFPS Listening & Learning Tour starts TODAY!
Join Superintendent Dr. Christine Griffin and SFPS leadership for the first community forum — a welcoming space to share feedback, ask questions, and connect.
📍 Forum 1: Monday, Sept. 29 | 5:30–7 PM @ Nina Otero Community School | 5901 Herrera Dr.
Hybrid: Attend in-person or via Google Meet
✨ Free childcare for K–6 students
✨ Spanish interpretation available
Your voice matters—don’t miss this chance to help shape the future of SFPS!
👉 Meeting link: https://meet.google.com/efq-eznm-wgi
Join Superintendent Dr. Christine Griffin and SFPS leadership for the first community forum — a welcoming space to share feedback, ask questions, and connect.
📍 Forum 1: Monday, Sept. 29 | 5:30–7 PM @ Nina Otero Community School | 5901 Herrera Dr.
Hybrid: Attend in-person or via Google Meet
✨ Free childcare for K–6 students
✨ Spanish interpretation available
Your voice matters—don’t miss this chance to help shape the future of SFPS!
👉 Meeting link: https://meet.google.com/efq-eznm-wgi
