Acequia Madre Elementary School

Volunteers are the beating heart of Acequia Madre! They model generosity and help our students see that joy is a natural byproduct of sharing and giving. We appreciate all you do to support our school!

The annual Acequia Madre ditch clean up will take place on Saturday, April 26th! You are invited to come and join our neighborhood to participate in this unique New Mexican tradition. We will have tools from our garden available for you (or you can bring your own), bags/gloves, and some light breakfast items. Following the clean up, the Acequia Madre ditch association will have a potluck in our school, probably around 11:30. You are more than welcome to join! This a great event to help us connect with our neighbors and shed a positive light on our school and the school community.

Fun(d) Run 2025 is upon us!! Save the date - Next Friday, April 25th! The run will start at 1:05 and end at 2:00. Food, drinks, and music will be available and winners will be announced before wrapping up the event at 2:45. Hope to see you there! We will send out more detailed information next week.

🎉 Celebrate a Star in Our Schools! 🌟 Do you know a classroom teacher or Educational Support Professional (ESP) who’s making a BIG impact in the lives of students? Now’s your chance to recognize them! 👏🍎 Each quarter, SFPS & NEA-Santa Fe surprise one amazing teacher and one incredible ESP with a certificate, a gift, and a spotlight on our website & social media! 💫 📣 Who Can Nominate? Students, parents, staff, community members—everyone is welcome! 🗓️ Nomination Window: April 8 – April 18, 2025 📍 Paper forms also available at 610 Alta Vista Street 📞 Questions? Call (505) 467-2590 👇 Submit your nomination today: 🍎 Teacher: https://sfps.education/NominateTeacher 🤝 ESP:https://sfps.education/NominateESP Let’s show our gratitude and lift up the everyday heroes in our schools! ❤️ #ThankATeacher #SFPSProud #ESPShine

At the Spanish Spelling Bee today, Luna Chillon- Martinez qualified for the 2nd round, and Joaquin Black landed 4th place in the 1st round! Congratulations to both!! Emil Lemons placed 3rd at our school's spelling bee. Only the top 2 were eligible to compete today at the district level, but Emil joined and greatly supported his peers. Thank you for being there!

As a precautionary measure following PNM's notice of a potential power shutdown on Thursday, March 6 (due to high winds), Santa Fe Public Schools will implement the District’s inclement weather procedures and shift to a remote learning and work day. This will allow us to ensure the health and safety of all. Additionally, we must comply with state-required instructional hours and avoid extending the school year beyond the scheduled final day of school. Please ensure that students are prepared for remote learning tomorrow, and stay safe. For more information, see: https://5il.co/39nqg -- Como medida de precaución luego del aviso de PNM sobre un posible corte de energía el jueves 6 de marzo (debido a fuertes vientos), las Escuelas Públicas de Santa Fe implementarán los procedimientos del Distrito para las inclemencias del tiempo y cambiarán a un día de trabajo y aprendizaje remoto. Esto nos permitirá garantizar la salud y la seguridad de todos. Además, debemos cumplir con las horas de instrucción requeridas por el estado y evitar extender el año escolar más allá del último día de clases programado. Asegúrese de que los estudiantes estén preparados para el aprendizaje remoto mañana y manténgase a salvo. Para obtener más información, consulte: https://5il.co/39nqg

Time to celebrate outstanding Acequia Madre student success in both sports and academics... 1. Squad A Basketball Team Boys will play for the championship on Sunday at 12:30 at St. Mikes. We are very proud of their achievement and thank the coaches for their commitment and being excellent role models. 2. At the district STEM fair, six of our students received honorable mentions or placed among the top three for their grade level. 3rd grade - Mica English - 3rd place 4th grade - Juana Bieito - Honorable Mention 4th grade - Archie Goldstone - Honorable Mention 4th grade - Luna Martinez Chillon - Judges' Choice 6th grade - Noah Grill De Dios - 3rd place 6th grade - Pearl Campiglio - Honorable Mention Way to go Acequia Matadors! This level of success is possible thanks to the dedicated staff, parents, and students who make up the Acequia Madre community!

All SFPS schools are on a 2-hour delay for Tuesday, January 21st, due to extremely cold temperatures from the forecasted arctic blast in the morning. Bus schedules will also run 2 hours later than usual. Please make sure your student(s) are not dropped off before the delayed start, as staff will not be on campus. Full-day Pre-K programs are delayed by 2 hours, while morning Pre-K is canceled. Afternoon Pre-K programs will continue as scheduled. Stay safe and take necessary precautions. Thank you for your understanding. --- Todas las escuelas de SFPS tienen un retraso de 2 horas para el martes 21 de enero debido a las temperaturas extremadamente frías causadas por la explosión ártica pronosticada para la mañana. Los horarios de los autobuses también funcionarán 2 horas más tarde de lo habitual. Asegúrese de que no dejen a sus estudiantes antes del inicio retrasado, ya que el personal no estará en el campus. Los programas de Pre-K de día completo se retrasan 2 horas, mientras que el Pre-K de la mañana se cancela. Los programas de Pre-K de la tarde continuarán según lo programado. Manténgase a salvo y tome las precauciones necesarias. Gracias por su comprensión.

What a great turn out we had for our Thanksgiving Luncheon! We loved having you and are appreciative of the community we have. Thank you to all our volunteers who helped out today and to all staff and students who helped set up and take care of the logistics to make it a smooth and yummy experience.

Due to unsafe road conditions in certain areas of the District, all SFPS schools will be closed Friday, November 8th. Please note that this is not a remote learning day. Debido a las condiciones inseguras de las carreteras en ciertas áreas del Distrito, todas las escuelas de SFPS estarán cerradas el viernes 8 de noviembre. Tenga en cuenta que este no es un día de aprendizaje remoto.

Due to road conditions in certain areas of the district, all SFPS schools will have a two-hour delay on Friday, Nov. 8th to allow extra time for buses to transport students safely. This means that bus schedules will run two hours later than usual. Please ensure your student(s) are kept from being dropped off before the delayed start as staff will not be on campus. Full-day Pre-K programs are delayed by two hours, while morning Pre-K programs are canceled. Afternoon Pre-K programs will continue as scheduled. Our next update will be at 8 a.m. Debido a las condiciones de las carreteras en ciertas áreas del distrito, todas las escuelas de SFPS tendrán un retraso de dos horas el viernes 8 de noviembre para dar tiempo adicional a los autobuses para transportar a los estudiantes de manera segura. Esto significa que los horarios de los autobuses circularán dos horas más tarde de lo habitual. Asegúrese de evitar que su(s) estudiante(s) sean dejados antes del inicio retrasado, ya que el personal no estará en el campus. Los programas de Pre-K de día completo se retrasan dos horas, mientras que los programas de Pre-K de la mañana se cancelan. Los programas de Pre-K de la tarde continuarán según lo programado. Nuestra próxima actualización será a las 8 a.m.

Due to unsafe road conditions in certain areas of the District, all SFPS schools will be closed Thursday, Nov. 7th. Please note that this is not a remote learning day. Debido a las condiciones inseguras de las carreteras en ciertas áreas del Distrito, todas las escuelas de SFPS estarán cerradas el jueves 7 de noviembre. Tenga en cuenta que este no es un día de aprendizaje remoto.

Due to road conditions in certain areas of the district, all SFPS schools will have a two-hour delay Thursday, Nov. 7th to allow extra time for buses to transport students safely. This means that bus schedules will run two hours later than usual. Please ensure your student(s) are kept from being dropped off before the delayed start as staff will not be on campus. Full-day Pre-K programs are delayed by two hours, while morning Pre-K programs are canceled. Afternoon Pre-K programs will continue as scheduled. Our next update will be at 8 a.m. --- Debido a las condiciones de las carreteras en ciertas áreas del distrito, todas las escuelas de SFPS tendrán un retraso de dos horas hoy para dar tiempo adicional a los autobuses para transportar a los estudiantes de manera segura. Esto significa que los horarios de los autobuses circularán dos horas más tarde de lo habitual. Asegúrese de evitar que su(s) estudiante(s) sean dejados antes del inicio retrasado, ya que el personal no estará en el campus. Los programas de Pre-K de día completo se retrasan dos horas, mientras que los programas de Pre-K de la mañana se cancelan. Los programas de Pre-K de la tarde continuarán según lo programado. Nuestra próxima actualización será a las 8 a.m.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Dwy5qwrBW/ Thank you, SFPD, for keeping us safe and for giving our wonderful community a shout out!

Dear Santa Fe Public Schools Families, Out of an abundance of caution due to inclement weather conditions this evening, Wednesday, November 6th, we are canceling all afterschool activities, aftercare, and programs, including athletics, for today. This decision is being made to ensure the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families. We understand the impact that this may have on your family’s schedule and appreciate your understanding as we prioritize safety. Please make arrangements for your child(ren) to be picked up from school at their regular dismissal time. We will continue to monitor weather conditions and will provide updates if there are any changes to tomorrow's schedule. Thank you for your cooperation. ---- Estimadas familias de las Escuelas Públicas de Santa Fe, Como medida de precaución debido a las inclemencias del tiempo esta tarde, miércoles 6 de noviembre, cancelaremos todas las actividades y programas extracurriculares, incluido el atletismo, para hoy. Esta decisión se toma para garantizar la seguridad y el bienestar de nuestros estudiantes, personal y families. Entendemos el impacto que esto puede tener en el horario de su familia y apreciamos su comprensión mientras priorizamos la seguridad. Por favor haga arreglos para que su(s) hijo(s) sean recogidos de la escuela a la hora habitual de salida. Continuaremos monitoreando las condiciones climáticas y brindaremos actualizaciones si hay algún cambio en el horario de mañana. Gracias por su cooperación.

A few years back we did a wonderful (mini) Fall cider gathering in the garden and I have been fondly thinking of it ever since. This year Marta is doing it again! This Friday from 1:05 through 3:30, please swing by the garden for some hot apple cider and try your hand at the apple cider press! If you bring a jug, you can take some of your own squeezed cider home! There will be some herbs and other goods for sale as well.

🍂✨ Wishing all families a joyous and cozy Autumnal Holiday filled with warmth, love, and reflection. 🍁 As we enjoy this season of change, let’s also honor Indigenous Peoples' Day by celebrating the vibrant cultures, traditions, and enduring contributions of Indigenous communities. See you back in school on Tuesday, Oct. 15th!

Children Museum Halloween Bash (October 29th!) Check out the flyers!

The press release for the AMES art auction on November 16th is ready! Check it out: https://share.peachjar.com/flyers/2750507/districts/50043