Parents & Caregivers — You’re Invited!
Join the Office of Student Wellness for Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health, a virtual workshop designed just for parents and caregivers.
📅 Tuesday, May 5
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
💻 Virtual Meeting
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
• Recognize the difference between a crisis and non-crisis situation
• Identify warning signs of concern
• Start meaningful conversations about mental health
• Know when and how to seek professional support
• Explore available resources and supports
🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/SFPSParentMHWorkshop
We look forward to supporting families as we work together to care for student well-being.
Join the Office of Student Wellness for Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health, a virtual workshop designed just for parents and caregivers.
📅 Tuesday, May 5
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
💻 Virtual Meeting
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
• Recognize the difference between a crisis and non-crisis situation
• Identify warning signs of concern
• Start meaningful conversations about mental health
• Know when and how to seek professional support
• Explore available resources and supports
🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/SFPSParentMHWorkshop
We look forward to supporting families as we work together to care for student well-being.
Thank you to everyone who participated in today's Earth Day Walk to School! What a wonderful way to start the day with our community.
Today we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep our offices running smoothly every single day. Your organization, dedication, and behind-the-scenes work make a meaningful difference for our staff, students, and schools. Thank you for all you do — we truly appreciate you!
Happy National Volunteer Appreciation Week!
Thank you SFPS Volunteers, for working with our students, families, faculty staff and the entire SFPS community!
We love seeing you in our schools and we truly appreciate your support.
Thank you SFPS Volunteers, for working with our students, families, faculty staff and the entire SFPS community!
We love seeing you in our schools and we truly appreciate your support.
Don’t let their brains hit snooze—keep learning going all summer long! ☀️📚
Santa Fe Public Schools Summer Programs offer students engaging, hands-on opportunities to stay sharp, build skills, and have fun with friends. From academic support to enrichment activities, there’s something for every learner.
Spots fill quickly—sign your student up today and set them up for success this fall!
🔗 Learn more and register: https://sfps.education/summer26
Santa Fe Public Schools Summer Programs offer students engaging, hands-on opportunities to stay sharp, build skills, and have fun with friends. From academic support to enrichment activities, there’s something for every learner.
Spots fill quickly—sign your student up today and set them up for success this fall!
🔗 Learn more and register: https://sfps.education/summer26
🌟 Student Spotlight of the Week 🌟
Each week, Santa Fe Public Schools highlights students who are making a meaningful and lasting impact in their school communities. Every school has one opportunity each semester to recognize a student who stands out.
This week, we’re proud to spotlight Julian from Nina Otero Community School and Ella from Pinon Elementary! 👏
Read about these outstanding students: https://conta.cc/4sKmp4Y
Each week, Santa Fe Public Schools highlights students who are making a meaningful and lasting impact in their school communities. Every school has one opportunity each semester to recognize a student who stands out.
This week, we’re proud to spotlight Julian from Nina Otero Community School and Ella from Pinon Elementary! 👏
Read about these outstanding students: https://conta.cc/4sKmp4Y
Spring Break March 30th - April 3rd.
See you back in class on Monday, April 6th.
See you back in class on Monday, April 6th.
Announcing Pinon's Annual Talent Show Auditions!
Important Information:
-Audition Date: April 15, 2026, After school till 4:45
-Kids can audition only if they have a signed form turned in to Mrs. Sanchez (request a form from your child's teacher).
📣 Now Hiring: Assistant Superintendent
Santa Fe Public Schools is looking for a strong instructional leader to support principals, lead school improvement efforts, and drive student achievement across the district.
🎓 Requirements:
• Master’s in Educational Administration
• NM Admin License (3B)
• 8+ years leadership experience
⭐ Preferred: Doctorate, bilingual (Spanish/English), central office experience
💼 Salary: $115K–$130K+ + benefits
📅 12-month | Full-time
👉 Apply today and help shape the future of our schools!
Santa Fe Public Schools is looking for a strong instructional leader to support principals, lead school improvement efforts, and drive student achievement across the district.
🎓 Requirements:
• Master’s in Educational Administration
• NM Admin License (3B)
• 8+ years leadership experience
⭐ Preferred: Doctorate, bilingual (Spanish/English), central office experience
💼 Salary: $115K–$130K+ + benefits
📅 12-month | Full-time
👉 Apply today and help shape the future of our schools!
Hello Pinon Eagle Family. Santa Fe Reporter is running their Best of Santa contest. Pinon is up for the Best Elementary School and the Best Pre K. Voting started this week and runs through April 13th. You can vote once per day per email address. To vote go to https://sfreporter.com/ and select the Best of banner and go to the Kids section.
Please encourage parents, friends, and family to vote for us and remember to keep voting for the next few weeks! Your votes are very much appreciated.
Thank you
Calling out Pinon alumni class of 2026!
Thank you SFFD for coming to Pinon to teach the k-2 students about fire safety.
Update for Families: Free Tech Classes with Teeniors
Please note a schedule change for the upcoming class. The session originally planned for April 6 will now take place on Tuesday, April 7 from 11 AM – 1 PM.
Here’s the full schedule of free classes:
📱 March 9 – Smartphones 101
📧 March 23 – How to Clean Out Your Gmail
💻 April 7 – Loneliness & Connection in the Digital Age (NEW DATE & TIME: 11 AM – 1 PM)
📍 Location: Board Room, Santa Fe Public Schools
610 Alta Vista St.
These classes are free and open to everyone. Join us to learn helpful tech tips and build confidence using digital tools!
RSVP with Raquel at 505-467-2050 or rplaza@sfps.k12.nm.us
Please note a schedule change for the upcoming class. The session originally planned for April 6 will now take place on Tuesday, April 7 from 11 AM – 1 PM.
Here’s the full schedule of free classes:
📱 March 9 – Smartphones 101
📧 March 23 – How to Clean Out Your Gmail
💻 April 7 – Loneliness & Connection in the Digital Age (NEW DATE & TIME: 11 AM – 1 PM)
📍 Location: Board Room, Santa Fe Public Schools
610 Alta Vista St.
These classes are free and open to everyone. Join us to learn helpful tech tips and build confidence using digital tools!
RSVP with Raquel at 505-467-2050 or rplaza@sfps.k12.nm.us
🌟 STEAM Family Night Success! 🌟
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible community partners for making Pinon Elementary’s STEAM Family Night such a fantastic success! 🚀🔬🎨
We are so grateful for the hands-on learning, inspiration, and support provided by:
🌊 Santa Fe Watershed
🏛️ Santa Fe Children's Museum
🤝 Kiwanis Club Santa Fe
🌌 National Radio Astronomy Observatory
🌱 We.grow.eco
✨ Mindspark
Our students and families had an amazing time exploring the worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math thanks to your dedication!
🌮 Special Shout Out to our Food Vendors!
🍿 A big thank you to Brochachos and Pop-Pops for keeping our community fueled and happy throughout the evening. The food was delicious!
Thank you to everyone who attended and supported our young innovators. We can’t wait for the next one!
#PinonElementary #STEAMNight #CommunityPartners #SantaFeSchools #FutureInnovators #ThankYou
📅 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
Thursday, March 5th
4:30-6
Hands on activities and family fun!
Raffle prizes and give aways!
Food vendors: Pop-pops and Brochachos
Community Partners:
Kiwanis Club (Zozobra), Santa Fe Watershed, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, Mindspark, We.grow.eco. And Astronomy Observation Club
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
