Atalaya Elementary

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

Please take a moment to read the attached press release for an important message about the upcoming leadership change at Atalaya Elementary School.

Thank you for your continued support of our school community.

Panda Dinner Night Out! ZAFARANO location only.
Friday, October 17th

Order on PandaExpress.com, the app, or with the flyer!
Make sure to use code 3841374.

Panda Express
3622 Zafarano Drive, Suite F1
Santa Fe, NM 87505

Join us on October 31 for Atalaya Elementary School's Fall Festival!
Trick or Treating
Food & Drinks
Fire Dancer
Haunted House
Costume Contest
Games & More!
Tickets & Volunteer Sign Up coming soon!

Get ready for Atalaya Elementary School's Annual Fall Festival on October 31!
Trick or Treating
Food & Drinks
Fire Dancer
Haunted House
Costume Contest
Games & More!

🚀 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

What an amazing morning at the Pet Parade! 🐾 The big debate—who’s faster, a Roadrunner or a Turkey? Turns out, they both know how to hustle! 🏃‍♂️🦃🐦 Huge thanks to Naji and our PTA for scoring us the #1 spot in the parade, and to everyone who came out to walk, cheer, and show your Atalaya pride. 💙

Atalaya Elementary at
Desfile de los Niños & Pet Parade!

September 6th. Line up starts at 8am at 227 East Alameda (former New Mexico School of Arts). Show your Roadrunner Spirit!

Atalaya Music News! Grade-level concert & musical notice, plus A MUSICAL!! This year will be THE LION KING. Stay tuned for more information!

Atalaya Families,
Does your child love to sing? Here is an after school opportunity for K-6 students! Santa Fe Children's and Youth Choruses invite singers in Kindergarten & up to develop their voices & musicianship in a welcoming and skill building environment. Auditioned & non-auditioned options for beginners/skill development & intermediate advanced singers. Both on Wednesday afternoons. See flier or contact eyoung @santafesymphony.org for more information and to sign up. Financial aid available to help cover costs.

Attention Atalaya Families,
5th & 6th Grade students are eligible for Mariachi Milagro with Ernesto Gonzales. Learn how to play Guitar, Violin, & Trumpet. Please call: 505-470-7940.

Strong communication between families and schools is key to supporting every child’s success. This guide will help you make sure you’re receiving all important updates from your child’s teacher, school, and the district. For more information on how to access these platforms, FAQs, and short videos on MyPowerHub features, visit: sfps.education/mypowerhub.

Please see attachments for an important update regarding afterschool programming for school year 2025-26.
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Consulte los archivos adjuntos para obtener una actualización importante sobre el programa extracurricular para el año escolar 2025-2026.

Reminder! All students must have required vaccines or an approved exemption to attend school. This is especially important for Pre-K, 7th, and 12th grade students. Free immunizations are available through SFPS, with walk-in clinics on July 25, July 30, and August 6.

¡Recordatorio! Todos los estudiantes deben tener las vacunas requeridas o una exención aprobada para asistir a la escuela. Esto es especialmente importante para los estudiantes de prekínder, 7.º y 12.º grado. Las vacunas son gratuitas y están disponibles a través de SFPS, con clínicas sin cita previa los días 25 y 30 de julio y 6 de agosto.

🚨 Happening TOMORROW: SFPS Job Fair – May 14th! 🚨 Looking to start or grow your career in education? Santa Fe Public Schools is hiring for a variety of positions — from teachers to support staff and more! 📅 TOMORROW – Wednesday, May 14th 📍 Educational Services Center, 610 Alta Vista 🕘 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM

We are so grateful to all the parents & volunteers with Atalaya Elementary PTA! Check out the amazing support that is not only "core" (and considered essential for teachers!), but above and beyond. It's amazing! Consider getting involved in the fall of 2025-2026!

Join us for a showcase & celebration of exciting projects from our schools, district departments & community partners. Atalaya 4th Grade Electronic Music Compositions will be featured in Room 161 Hallway 3 from 5:00-7:00!

Silent Auction: - A Thank you to all who brought items for the "Class/Grade Auction Baskets" - we appreciate it! We will also have LOTS of other silent auction items at the event INCLUDING a kids auction bucket table. - If you are not able to make it, but would like to buy one of the larger Silent Auction items (buy it now), check out some of our items on this site: https://atalaya.givebacks.com/store?limit=21&live=true&category=Silent%20Auction

ONLY 3 DAYS AWAY! EARTH DAY! (FESTIVAL - rhyming didn't work) THIS Friday from 1:30-4:30 is Atalaya PTA's last event of the year! No family field day this year, so PLEASE come join us for a really fun FREE event! • Free Food • Free bouncy house and 40' obstacle course - parents can race against their kids!!! • Free temporary tattoos • Free tote bags for the first 125 kiddos! • Earth Day tables • PARENTS: vote on your favorite class "Earth Day Art Project" (winning class gets pizza party!) • PARENTS: door prize raffle! (Free to enter!) Silent Auction: - A Thank you to all who brought items for the "Class/Grade Auction Baskets" - we appreciate it! We will also have LOTS of other silent auction items at the event INCLUDING a kids auction bucket table. - If you are not able to make it, but would like to buy one of the larger Silent Auction items (buy it now), check out some of our items on this site: https://atalaya.givebacks.com/store?limit=21&live=true&category=Silent%20Auction THESE online "Buy it Now" items will be available online until Friday at 8am - then they'll move to the in-person Silent Auction. If you can volunteer - we need more help with this as well! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DAFA92FA0FCCE9-55635751-earth#/ We can't wait to see you for our last event of the school year! Atalaya Elementary PTA