"GO TO" INDEX:
School start and end times
What's for lunch?
Code of conduct
Use of cellphones
Attendance and textbooks
Dress code Standard rules
Dress code: District rules
Santa Fe Schools Admin Staff
Important Numbers
Go online
Immunizations
List of regional schools
2007-2008 SFPS Calendar
Special Links:
2007 Santa Fe School Supply Lists
ARTICLES FROM OUR BACK TO SCHOOL MAGAZINE (published 8/5/2007)
A superintendent’s welcome
Registration information for Santa Fe public schools
What’s new this year of Santa Fe schools
Making the grade: The ins and outs of No Child Left Behind
Parent Power: Parents have the power to help kids learn
Surviving Freshman Year
Standard dress doesn’t have to be boring
Snow days
School start and end times
The following is a list of start and end times for the Santa Fe Public Schools:
High School Schedule
|
| School |
Days |
Start |
End |
| Academy |
M-F |
8:30 a.m. |
3:30 a.m. |
| Capital High |
M-F |
8:40 a.m. |
3:40 a.m. |
Santa Fe High
|
M-F |
8:40 a.m. |
3:40 a.m. |
Middle School Schedule
|
| School |
Days |
Start |
End |
Alameda
Capshaw
DeVargas
|
M-F |
8:35 a.m. |
3:30 a.m. |
| Ortiz |
M-F |
8:15 a.m. |
3:25 a.m. |
Elementary School Schedule
|
| School |
Days |
Start |
End |
Cesar Chavez
Ramirez Thomas/NYE
Sweeney |
M-Th
Fri |
7:50 a.m.
7:50 a.m. |
2:50 a.m.
12:25 a.m. |
| |
|
|
|
Kaune
Salazar
|
M-Th
Fri |
7:55 a.m.
7:55 a.m. |
2:55 a.m.
12:30 a.m. |
| |
|
|
|
Acequia Madre
Agua Fria
Alvord
Atalaya
Carlos Gilbert
Chaparral
E.J. Martinez
El Dorado
Gonzales
Kearny
Larragoite
Nava
Pinon
Tesuque
Wood Gormley |
M-Th
Fri |
8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m. |
3:00 a.m.
12:35 a.m. |
What’s for lunch?
Lunch will cost 40 cents for a reduced-price meal at all grade levels and $2 at elementary schools and $2.25 at secondary schools. The breakfast price is $1 for all levels and 30 cents for those eating a reduced-price meal.
Applications for free and reduced-cost meals will be included in the registration packet that parents complete during registration. Returning students continue their free or reduced status for 30 days while their new application is processed.
There is no application, and all students eat for free at Kaune, Salazar, Agua Fría, Sweeney, César Chávez, Alameda, Ortiz and Ramirez Thomas.
Breakfast is served at all school sites, except Acequia Madre Elementary.
For more information about free and reduced-price meals and student-nutrition programs in general, please contact the district’s Student Nutrition Department at 505-467-3601.
Code of conduct
It’s important, say school officials, for public schools to be positive, safe and secure — for students, staff, parents and volunteers.
To make sure that happens, the Board of Education has adopted a Code of Conduct to spell out what’s acceptable and what’s not.
The code, said officials, is intended to ensure fair treatment of all students. Every year, a committee of district employees and community members reviews the code to make appropriate changes as needed.
The majority of changes made to the 2007-2008 Code of Conduct included recently adopted policies. New policies include those that pertain to the use of dogs for detecting drugs and weapons, educational travel requests, definitions of excused absences and student transfer requests. Parents and students should note that a more specific definition of “fighting” was added to include engaging in a physical altercation in self-defense.
Parents should review and discuss the Code of Conduct with their children, school officials said.
Code of conduct regarding cellphones
Policy No. 603, the scoop on cell phones: In Santa Fe Public Schools, the possession or use of beepers, pagers and cell phones is prohibited at the elementary-school level without a written request to the site principal from a parent or guardian.
Principals, according to school officials, can grant permission for the use of the prohibited items on a case-by-case basis for individual students for one year. Even if permission is granted, children can’t use the electronic device or have it turned on or visible during the school day, whether in class or on the playground.
Text messaging is specifically prohibited during instructional time.
Children who don’t comply with rules for possession or use of a cell phone or other electronic device at school will lose their permission to keep the device at school.
Middle and high schools
Students at middle or high school can’t use or possess beepers and pagers. Cell phones are permitted during certain times of day and in accordance with certain restrictions. Cell phones must be turned off and not visible on campus during the instructional day, except before the first bell, during lunch and after school.
Emergency use of cell phones during emergencies or emergency drills is prohibited for reasons of safety and security. Text messaging during emergencies is also prohibited.
Prohibited activities: Cell phones may not be used to threaten, intimidate or in other ways violate the security, safety and well-being of others on school campuses. Cell phones will not be used to take pictures of students, faculty or staff members that are considered sexually offensive, provocative, disrespectful or otherwise inappropriate. Cell phones used for such purposes will be confiscated and students will be banned from future use. Confiscated cell phones will be returned to students and/or their parents following the guidelines set forth in the Student Code of Conduct.
Attendance and Textbooks
A few more policies that school district officials think parents should know include the following:
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Textbooks. Kids get them free by state law, but if they are lost or damaged, parents are liable. And to make sure the school gets reimbursed for the damage, it can withhold grades or a diploma, according to district policy. Replacement costs vary, depending on the age of the book.
► Attendance. Students, according to school policy and good sense, are expected to show up on time and ready to learn.
All absences (excused or unexcused) accumulating to more than 10 days in a semester may result in a loss of credit and/or grade-level promotion, the policy states. However, students can make up their work so they don’t lose a credit.
In case of an excused absence, parents and the student have the responsibility to ask for makeup work. Teachers, in turn, should make sure the student has the necessary resources to learn what he or she missed.
Excused absences include those caused by illness, observance of religious holidays, suspensions, a court summons and school-sponsored or school-sanctioned activities, among others.
According to the policy, students also can make up work missed during an unexcused absence.
For more information about absences, read board policy 300 online at
www.sfps.info.
Standard dress code
Dos
- Navy, khaki, black, blue denim pants, shorts, skirts or capris
- Pants that are waist-size appropriate
- Skirts that are below fingertip length
- Solid-colored, collared shirts
- Any solid-colored sweatshirts, turtlenecks, sweaters or hooded sweatshirts
- T-shirts with school logo only
Don’t’s
- Wide-leg, sagging or baggy jeans
- Sweats
- Cargo pants
- Black on black
- Spaghetti straps or tank tops worn under blouses or sweatshirts
- Strapless tops
- Shirttails 7 inches below the waist
- Logos
Dress code district rules
What do I wear to school?
One of the most pressing questions many students have as the new school year starts is, “What do I wear?” Santa Fe Public Schools maintains a policy of “standard dress” that is a standard set of apparel that looks the same but is generic in nature.
Standard dress is in effect in kindergarten through eighth grade. In all schools, standard dress consists of the following:
- Slacks or shorts of black, navy blue or khaki (straightlegged or Capri style, with no outer pockets on the pants, made from cotton twill, cotton/ poly or corduroy cloth)
- Carpenter and cargo pants are not allowed
- Denim jeans that are classic American straight-legged (no cargo pockets, no adornments, tears, etc.)
- Skirts, skorts and jumpers of black, navy blue or khaki (pleated or straight, yet no cargo style)
- Shirts, blouses, sweat shirts, turtlenecks or sweaters, short or longsleeved, of any solid color, except black (polo, oxford, collared with/without buttons)
- No logos except school logo on school T-shirts or sweat shirts
Source: Santa Fe Public Schools. These lists can also in our article on dress code.
Santa Fe Public Schools Administration Staff
Important numbers
- Receptionist: 467-2000
- Board of Education: 467-2001
- Snow delays and school cancellations: 467-3541
- Vandalism tip line: 467-2111
- Public information office: 467-2028
- Information about riding a school bus: 467-3595
- Santa Fe Public Schools 610 Alta Vista St.
Go online
Want to know what’s happening at your kids’ schools? Or at the Santa Fe Public Schools? It’s time to get informed online.
There’s more information than ever before on the Santa Fe Public Schools’ Web site:
www.sfps.info.
Whether you need school-supply information or want information about your kids’ schools, it’s all online.
Other information listed on the school district Web site: district leadership, board of education, board policies, school-year calendar, administrative departments, forms and other information. Plus, the site has plenty of important phone numbers.
If you’re old-fashioned, you can visit administrative offices in person at 610 Alta Vista St.
Immunizations
Children going to day care or school are required to have certain immunizations completed.
Here’s what the 2007-2008 New Mexico School Requirements mandates, according to Santa Fe Public School officials.
Notable changes are:
- The hepatitis B vaccine requirement has been phased in another year and now includes K-5 and grades 7-12. Next year there will be a hepatitis B requirement for all grades. Although hepatitis B vaccination is not required to enter grade 6, it is highly recommended.
- Two doses of measles/mumps/rubella vaccine are required for all grades (K-12).
- The kindergarten requirement for one dose of varicella vaccine or history of varicella immunity has been phased in to now be a K-5 grade requirement. Next year it will be K-6 grade, etc.
- 4 tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis (Dtap/TD/DTs)
- 2 measles/mumps/rubella 1/2 (MMRs)
- 1 varicella (chicken pox for up to fifth grade only or evidence of illness)
- Preschool also needs haempophilus influenza type B 1/3 (HIB)
For more information, see the New Mexico Department of Health Web site at
www.health.state.nm.us/immunize.
Parents are being asked to bring their children’s immunization records to registration this year.
List of Regional Schools
Los Alamos Public SchoolsSuperintendent: James Anderson, 505-663-2230
Main number: 505-663-2222
Information: 505-663-2223
Web set:
www.laschools.netSchools: Los Alamos High School, Los Alamos Middle School, Aspen, Barranca, Chamisa, Mountain, Piñon
First day of school: Aug. 15
Española Valley SchoolsSuperintendent: David Cockerham, 505-367-3303
Web site:
www.k12espanola.orgSchools: Española Valley High School, Española Middle East, Carlos F. Valdez Middle, Abiquiú, Alcalde, Chimayó, Dixon, Eutimio “Tim” Salazar, Hernández, James H. Rodriguez, Los Niños, Mountain View Elementary, San Juan, Tony E. Quintana and Velarde elementaries
First day of school: Aug. 9
Charters: Cariños Charter School, Española Military Academy
Pecos Independent SchoolsSuperintendent: Roy Herrera, 505-757-4700
Web site:
www.pecos.k12.nm.usSchools: Pecos High School, Pecos Middle School, Pecos Elementary
First day of school: Aug. 20
Peñasco Independent SchoolsSuperintendent: Ernesto Valdez, 505-587-2230
Web site:
www.penasco.k12.nm.usSchools: Peñasco High School, Peñasco Middle School and Peñasco Elementary School
First day of school: Aug. 15
Pojoaque Valley Public SchoolsSuperintendent: Toni-Nolan Trujillo, 455-2282
Web site:
www.pvs.k12.nm.usSchools: Pojoaque High School, Pojoaque Middle School, Pojoaque Intermediate, Pablo Roybal Elementary School
First day of school: Aug. 14
Taos Municipal SchoolsInterim Superintendent: Rose Martinez, 505-758-5200
Web site:
www.taosschools.orgSchools: Taos High School, Taos Middle School, Arroyos del Norte, Enos Garcia Elementary and Ranchos de Taos elementaries.
First day of school: Aug. 20
Alternative: Chrysalis Alternative School
Charter: Anansi Charter, Taos Charter School
PRIVATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Desert montessori schoolContact: 1130 Calle Largo; 983-8212
Ages: 2-12 years
Description: Highly individualized at all ages with emphasis on academics, arts and conflict resolution.
La Mariposa Montessori SchoolContact: 18 Puesta del Sol Road; 995-9659
Grades: Preschool through eighth
Description: Provides children with an academic and artistic program in a nurturing, respectful, multicultural environment.
Little Earth SchoolContact: 321 W. Zia Road; 988-1968
Ages: 3 1/2-8 years (through third grade)
Description: Where children love to learn.
Mission Viejo Christian Academy (formerly Capital Christian School)
Contact: 1213 Don Gaspar Ave. (until Sept. 30, 2006); 4601 Mission Bend Road (permanent address); 474-8080
Grades: Preschool through eighth
Description: Fully accredited by International Christian Accrediting Association and the state of New Mexico.
Montessori Discovery School Inc.Contact: 2047 S. Galisteo Road; 982-1254
Ages: 2-8 years
Description: Celebrating the spirit through intercultural diversity; specializing in performing arts.
Reach the Children SchoolContact: 935 Alto St.; 989-8424
Grades: Preschool through sixth
Description: Academic curriculum in a nurturing environment. Multiage classrooms.
Rio Grande SchoolContact: 715 Camino Cabra; 983-1621
Grades: Preschool through sixth
Description: A progressive and vibrant program that fosters a lifelong passion for learning.
Santa Fe AcademyContact: 4008 Rodeo Road, 424-4705
Grades: K through sixth
Description: An academic-based elementary school dedicated to educating the whole child in a nurturing and creative learning environment.
Santa Fe School for the Arts & SciencesContact: 5912 Jaguar Drive; 438-8585
Grades: Preschool through eighth
Description: Academic excellence developed through Expeditionary Learning and a multicultural art- and science-enriched curriculum. After-school enrichment programs include filmmaking, digital photography, music, art, dance, fashion design and sports.
Santa Fe Waldorf SchoolContact: 26 Puesta del Sol; 983-9727;
www.santafewaldorf.orgGrades: Preschool through 12th
Description: An adventure in learning that stimulates the intellect, engages the emotions, transforms thought into action and inspiration into reality.
Santo Niño Regional Catholic SchoolContact: 23 College Ave.; 424-1766
Grades: Preschool through sixth
Description: Accredited by the National Association for Catholic Education; supports family values and a safe environment.
Tara SchoolContact: 1320 Agua Fría St.; 986-3410
Grades: K through sixth
Description: Structured academic focus in a nurturing environment. Multiage classes with a commitment to community service.
Temple Baptist Christian SchoolContact: 2103 Yucca Road; 471-1434
Grades: K-12
Description: An accelerated Christian education with high standards.
PRIVATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Christian Life AcademyContact: 121 E. Siringo Road; 984-1001
Grades: K-12
Description: Individualized, accelerated, Bible-based curriculum for Christian families.
Desert Academy at Santa FeContact: 313 Camino Alire; 992-8284;
www.desertacademy.orgGrades: Seventh through 12th
Description: Fully accredited college-preparatory curriculum. No more than 15 students per academic class.
New Mexico Academy for Sciences and MathematicsContact: 7300 Old Santa Fe Trail; 954-4000;
www.newmexacad.orgGrades: Sixth through 12th
Description: Independent college preparatory, accredited by North Central Association. Liberal-arts curriculum with emphasis on social and applied sciences and mathematics.
St. Michael’s High SchoolContact: 100 Siringo Road; 983-7353
Grades: Seventh through 12th
Description: Catholic, co-educational Christian Brothers school in LaSallian tradition. Oldest school in New Mexico, established 1859; 95 percent college placement.
Santa Fe Girls SchoolContact: 310 W. Zia Road, 820-3188;
www.santafegirlsschool.orgGrades: Sixth through eighth
Description: Offers strong academics and fine arts for girls. Class sizes are held to 15 students, allowing for a focused setting. Drama, fitness, art, poetry workshops and music are offered. Graduates enter high schools of their choice and are typically enrolled in Advanced Placement classes.
Santa Fe Preparatory SchoolContact: 1101 Camino de Cruz Blanca; 982-1829;
www.sfprep.orgGrades: Seventh through 12th
Description: A dynamic atmosphere in which to prepare students for college and a successful future.
Santa Fe Secondary SchoolContact: 230 St. Francis Drive, Suites 5 & 6; 982-2240
Grades: Seventh through 12th
Description: Small, private, academic high school.
Santa Fe Waldorf SchoolContact: 26 Puesta del Sol; 983-9727;
www.santafewaldorf.orgGrades: Preschool through 12th
Description: An adventure in learning that stimulates the intellect, engages the emotions, transforms thought into action and inspiration into reality.
Temple Baptist Christian SchoolContact: 2103 Yucca Road; 471-1434
Grades: K-12
Description: An accelerated Christian education with high standards.
The Tutorial SchoolContact: 400 Brunn School Road; 988-1859;
http://pages.prodigy.net/tutorialAges: 7-18
Description: Children have a say in use of time and curricular activity.
SPECIALTY SCHOOLS
New Mexico School for the DeafContact: 1060 Cerrillos Road; 476-6300;
www.nmsd.k12.nm.usGrades: K-12
Description: Accredited. Serving deaf and hard-of-hearing students statewide. Extensive campus, residential program available.
Santa Fe Indian SchoolContact: 1501 Cerrillos Road; 989-6300;
www.sfis.k12.nm.usGrades: Seventh through 12th
Description: Owned and operated by the 19 pueblos of New Mexico. Students from other tribes attend as well.
OTHER
Camino de Paz SchoolContact: 986-2000;
www.caminodepaz.netDescription: A land-based program for middle- and high-school students located on a 10-acre farm in Santa Cruz. The school’s mission is to challenge students academically, socially and spiritually through intellectual studies, creative expression and manual work incorporating values that support cultural diversity and preservation, local economies, organic farming and alternative energy and building. Tuition is $6,000 a year, with financial aid available. Bus service is available to and from Santa Fe.
Big Sky LearningContact: Michael Sheppard at 428-7575;
bigskylearning.comDescription: For more than 10 years Big Sky Learning has been Santa Fe’s center for kids who need more. Get smart at mathematics in a robotics enrichment group. Dig into spelling, math, science and school skills with one of our highly qualified tutors. Play, record and perform in a real rock band. Year-round tutoring, enrichment, assessment and camps now available at our downtown location.
2007-2008 SFPS Calendar
AUGUST20-21 Nonteaching days
22-24 Inservice day, no school for students
24 Freshman jump start day (CHS and SFHS)
27 First day of school
27-29 Kindergarten kick-off
SEPTEMBER3 Labor Day, no school
OCTOBER8 Columbus Day, no school
26 First quarter ends
NOVEMBER8 Parent/teacher conferences, K-12, report cards issued
9 Parent/teacher conferences, K-12, a.m. only, report cards issued. Planning/inservice, K-12, p.m. only
21-23 Thanksgiving Break (district closed)
DECEMBER24-31 Winter break, no school
JANUARY1-4 Winter break, no school
17 Second quarter ends
18 Teacher planning and preparation
21 Martin Luther King Jr. Day, no school
FEBRUARY1 Parent/teacher conferences, K-12, report cards issued
18 Presidents Day, district closed
MARCH19 Third quarter ends
21 Mid-semester break, no school
31 Spring vacation, no school
APRIL1-4 Spring vacation, no school
10 Parent/teacher conferences, K-12, report cards issued
11 Parent/teacher conferences, K-12, a.m. only, report cards issued. Planning/inservice K-12, p.m. only
MAY26 Memorial Day holiday
29 Graduation: Santa Fe High School, a.m.
29 Graduation: SER/Academy, p.m.
30 Graduation: Capital High School
30 Fourth quarter ends
30 Last day of school
JUNE2 Teacher planning and preparation
3 Snowmake-up, if required
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