Atalaya Elementary
Striving for Excellence
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PNM estimates that power will be restored at 5:00 pm this evening. As a result of this information, if families would like to pick their student up from school early, we will be prepared to sign students out in an orderly manner. Lunch is being served, and lanterns and flashlights are being delivered to the site. Due to the power outage, there is no phone service at the site. After-school programming is cancelled for today. Bus transportation home will run on its normal schedule this afternoon.
Santa Fe Public Schools is aware of a power outage in the north Santa Fe area that is affecting Atalaya Elementary School.
The SFPS Operations Department is in communication with PNM to receive updates and monitor the situation, including the estimated time for power to be restored.
We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The SFPS Operations Department is in communication with PNM to receive updates and monitor the situation, including the estimated time for power to be restored.
We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Santa Fe Public Schools continues to monitor air quality during wildfire smoke events and other air quality alerts to help protect the health and safety of students and staff.
SFPS uses AirNow.gov as its primary source for Air Quality Index (AQI) information while also considering conditions at individual school sites, as air quality can vary across the district.
Principals may move recess, physical education classes, and other outdoor activities indoors at any time based on conditions at their school. Schools do not need to wait for a districtwide directive to make adjustments when conditions warrant.
SFPS will continue to monitor air quality and make decisions with the health and safety of students and staff as our priority.
SFPS uses AirNow.gov as its primary source for Air Quality Index (AQI) information while also considering conditions at individual school sites, as air quality can vary across the district.
Principals may move recess, physical education classes, and other outdoor activities indoors at any time based on conditions at their school. Schools do not need to wait for a districtwide directive to make adjustments when conditions warrant.
SFPS will continue to monitor air quality and make decisions with the health and safety of students and staff as our priority.
📚 An important update for our youngest readers!
Beginning this school year, Santa Fe Public Schools will use DIBELS (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills) as our reading screener for students in kindergarten through second grade, replacing Amira for these assessments.
DIBELS helps educators measure key early literacy skills and identify where students may need additional support, giving teachers valuable information to guide instruction and help every student build a strong foundation in reading.
We appreciate the New Mexico Public Education Department for providing districts with this option and supporting our ability to choose the assessment that best meets the needs of our students and educators.
We look forward to using DIBELS to support strong literacy instruction and continued reading growth for our youngest learners! 📖
Beginning this school year, Santa Fe Public Schools will use DIBELS (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills) as our reading screener for students in kindergarten through second grade, replacing Amira for these assessments.
DIBELS helps educators measure key early literacy skills and identify where students may need additional support, giving teachers valuable information to guide instruction and help every student build a strong foundation in reading.
We appreciate the New Mexico Public Education Department for providing districts with this option and supporting our ability to choose the assessment that best meets the needs of our students and educators.
We look forward to using DIBELS to support strong literacy instruction and continued reading growth for our youngest learners! 📖
TONIGHT (WEDNESDAY, 8/19/26). Make plans to join friends, old and new, at our first General PTA Meeting from 5:00-7:00 at the Pecos Trail Cafe (2239 Old Pecos Trail). AND...dinner will be served! Agenda includes Budget Approval, Pet Parade Committee and planning for our first family event, Family Dance & Pep Rally, in September. Even Better: BRING YOUR KIDS! There will be food and crafts for kids. See you tonight!
Update on Our Water Donation Drive
Thank you so much to everyone who was ready to come together and support our first responders, workers, and families affected by the Frijoles Fire. Your kindness, generosity, and willingness to help our community means so much to us. ❤️
We have received word that additional water supplies are not needed at this time. Because of this, we will not be accepting water donations today, Thursday, August 20th.
We are incredibly grateful to everyone who shared our message, planned to donate, and helped spread the word. It is a beautiful reminder of how caring and generous our community is when our neighbors need us.
Thank you for understanding and, most of all, thank you for your kindness and support. ❤️🙏
SFPS Parents & Guardians! 📢 Want to learn more about district resources and Community Schools? Join us for our 1st Annual Parent Conference—100% free!
What to expect:
* 30-minute sessions on safety, nutrition, technology, and many more topics
* Free lunch & door prizes 🎁
* Networking with other SFPS families
* Free childcare provided (ages 4–12; younger little ones welcome, too!)
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¡Padres y tutores legales en SFPS! 📢 ¿Quieren saber más sobre los recursos del distrito y las Escuelas Comunitarias? ¡Acompáñenos en nuestra 1.ª Conferencia Anual para Padres! Es 100% gratuita.
¿Qué pueden esperar?
* Sesiones de 30 minutos sobre seguridad, nutrición, tecnología y muchos temas más.
* Almuerzo gratis y premios de entrada 🎁
* Oportunidad de conectar con otras familias de SFPS.
* Interpretación al español
* Cuidado de niños gratuito (edades de 4 a 12 años; ¡los más pequeñitos también son bienvenidos!).
What to expect:
* 30-minute sessions on safety, nutrition, technology, and many more topics
* Free lunch & door prizes 🎁
* Networking with other SFPS families
* Free childcare provided (ages 4–12; younger little ones welcome, too!)
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¡Padres y tutores legales en SFPS! 📢 ¿Quieren saber más sobre los recursos del distrito y las Escuelas Comunitarias? ¡Acompáñenos en nuestra 1.ª Conferencia Anual para Padres! Es 100% gratuita.
¿Qué pueden esperar?
* Sesiones de 30 minutos sobre seguridad, nutrición, tecnología y muchos temas más.
* Almuerzo gratis y premios de entrada 🎁
* Oportunidad de conectar con otras familias de SFPS.
* Interpretación al español
* Cuidado de niños gratuito (edades de 4 a 12 años; ¡los más pequeñitos también son bienvenidos!).
Air Quality Update
Due to smoke conditions and the current air quality alert for Santa Fe, Santa Fe Public Schools is calling indoor recess this morning.
We will continue to monitor air quality conditions and provide an update this afternoon.
Thank you for your understanding as we work to protect the health and safety of our students and staff.
Due to smoke conditions and the current air quality alert for Santa Fe, Santa Fe Public Schools is calling indoor recess this morning.
We will continue to monitor air quality conditions and provide an update this afternoon.
Thank you for your understanding as we work to protect the health and safety of our students and staff.
Air Quality Update: Though smoke conditions have begun to improve on the west side of Santa Fe, air quality in most areas of the city remains in the orange, red, or purple range.
All students will remain indoors for afternoon recess today. In addition, outdoor athletic practices will not be permitted. SFPS will continue to monitor air quality conditions and make adjustments as needed. Thank you for your understanding and support as we prioritize the health and safety of our students and staff.
All students will remain indoors for afternoon recess today. In addition, outdoor athletic practices will not be permitted. SFPS will continue to monitor air quality conditions and make adjustments as needed. Thank you for your understanding and support as we prioritize the health and safety of our students and staff.
Air Quality Update: Due to smoke conditions and the current air quality alert in Santa Fe, Santa Fe Public Schools will hold indoor recess this morning. We will continue to monitor air quality conditions and provide an update regarding this afternoon’s recess as needed. Thank you for your understanding and support as we prioritize the health and safety of our students and staff.
The wait is over! 🚌 Bus routes have been posted to the SFPS website. Check your student's route today and get ready for a great school year! View them here: https://sfps.education/bus-routes-26-27 or on your school's homepage.
📚✏️ Get Ready for the 2026–2027 School Year!
School supply lists for the 2026–2027 school year are now available! 🎉
Now is a great time to start checking off those back-to-school essentials and get your student ready for a successful year ahead.
📎 Find your school's supply list here:
https://atalaya.sfps.info/o/aes/page/supply-lists
We can't wait to welcome our students back for another amazing year of learning, growth, and new adventures. 🍎
School supply lists for the 2026–2027 school year are now available! 🎉
Now is a great time to start checking off those back-to-school essentials and get your student ready for a successful year ahead.
📎 Find your school's supply list here:
https://atalaya.sfps.info/o/aes/page/supply-lists
We can't wait to welcome our students back for another amazing year of learning, growth, and new adventures. 🍎
Reminder that the district offices of Santa Fe Public Schools will be closed on Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day. Happy 4th of July to everyone! Have a safe and happy weekend.
There's still time to register your future learner! 🍎📚
Kindergarten registration is still open for the 2026–2027 school year! Give your child a strong start in a supportive and engaging learning environment where they'll build friendships, develop foundational reading and math skills, and discover a love for learning.
Don't wait—enroll today and take the first step toward a bright future!
Visit: https://www.sfps.info/page/registration-enrollment
#SFPSProud #Kindergarten #EnrollToday #FutureReady #BackToSchool
Kindergarten registration is still open for the 2026–2027 school year! Give your child a strong start in a supportive and engaging learning environment where they'll build friendships, develop foundational reading and math skills, and discover a love for learning.
Don't wait—enroll today and take the first step toward a bright future!
Visit: https://www.sfps.info/page/registration-enrollment
#SFPSProud #Kindergarten #EnrollToday #FutureReady #BackToSchool
Looking for your next opportunity? Join Santa Fe Public Schools for our Job Fair! 🎉
📅 June 3
📍 Early College Opportunities High School
Meet hiring managers on-site, learn about current openings, and network with SFPS staff! 💙✨
📅 June 3
📍 Early College Opportunities High School
Meet hiring managers on-site, learn about current openings, and network with SFPS staff! 💙✨
Families & staff, please read the attached letter for an important message regarding the Canvas data breach.
A letter to Santa Fe Public Schools' teachers from Superintendent Dr. Christine Griffin.
Join our final SFPS AI Info & Input session of the school year to learn about our AI approach and share your feedback. The session will be TODAY, May 6th, 5:15-6:15 PM at Gonzales Community School. Check out the flyer for more details.
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.
