🎉🏀 MATADORS, LET’S FINISH STRONG! 🏀🎉
Our Lady Matadors are battling for 3rd place, and they need the whole community behind them!
We’re talking bows, basketballs, big energy, and ALL the Matador spirit. 💛❤️🐂
Come scream, cheer, stomp, clap, and lift our girls UP as they take on the Gonzales Lady Lobos!
📅 When: Sunday, November 23, 2025
📍 Where: Santa Fe Indian School
🏫 Address: 1501 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505
⏰ Game Time: 12:45pm
💥 Let’s PACK the stands.
💥 Let’s out-cheer the Lobos.
💥 Let’s bring that Acequia Madre energy all the way!
Vamos Lady Matadors, finish fierce! 🏀🔥🎀
🦃🍁 Thanksgiving Break Reminder! 🍁🦃
Acequia Madre will be closed November 24–28 for Thanksgiving Break!
District administrative offices will be closed November 26–28.
Wishing our amazing students, staff, and families a joyful, restful holiday filled with gratitude and good food! 💛🥧
Acequia Madre will be closed November 24–28 for Thanksgiving Break!
District administrative offices will be closed November 26–28.
Wishing our amazing students, staff, and families a joyful, restful holiday filled with gratitude and good food! 💛🥧
🎉🏀 GAME DAY ENERGY, LET’S GO LADY MATADORS! 🏀🎉
Acequia Madre Lady Matadors are charging into their tournament journey, and they need THEIR PEOPLE behind them........yep, that means YOU! 💪🔥
Come cheer, stomp, clap, and shout as our Lady Matadors take on the fierce Piñon Lady Eagles in what’s sure to be an unforgettable matchup!
📅 When: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
📍 Where: Santo Niño Elementary
🏫 Address: 23 College Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87508
⏰ Time: 5:30pm
💛❤️ Bring your spirit.
💛❤️ Bring your noise.
💛❤️ Bring that Matador pride!
Let’s PACK the gym and lift our Lady Matadors all the way! 🐂✨
Vamos Matadors!!! 🏀🔥
Acequia Madre Lady Matadors are charging into their tournament journey, and they need THEIR PEOPLE behind them........yep, that means YOU! 💪🔥
Come cheer, stomp, clap, and shout as our Lady Matadors take on the fierce Piñon Lady Eagles in what’s sure to be an unforgettable matchup!
📅 When: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
📍 Where: Santo Niño Elementary
🏫 Address: 23 College Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87508
⏰ Time: 5:30pm
💛❤️ Bring your spirit.
💛❤️ Bring your noise.
💛❤️ Bring that Matador pride!
Let’s PACK the gym and lift our Lady Matadors all the way! 🐂✨
Vamos Matadors!!! 🏀🔥
Join Us at the SFPS Job Fair!
Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference? Santa Fe Public Schools is hosting a Job Fair, and Acequia Madre is excited to share the opportunity!
Date: Thursday, November 14
Location: 610 Alta Vista Street
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM
We’re hiring for a variety of positions, including:
- ALP Teachers – Bachelor’s degree required
- Educational Assistants
- EBHAs and other support roles
…and more!
✨ Join a team that’s helping to build the future of our children while growing your own career.
Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference? Santa Fe Public Schools is hosting a Job Fair, and Acequia Madre is excited to share the opportunity!
Date: Thursday, November 14
Location: 610 Alta Vista Street
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM
We’re hiring for a variety of positions, including:
- ALP Teachers – Bachelor’s degree required
- Educational Assistants
- EBHAs and other support roles
…and more!
✨ Join a team that’s helping to build the future of our children while growing your own career.
📞💡 Stuck on homework? We’ve got you!
The Homework Hotline is here to help students tackle tricky questions, confusing problems, and “I-don’t-get-it-yet” moments! 🧠✨
Call in for friendly, free support from real teachers who are ready to guide you to that “aha!” moment. Because learning doesn’t stop when the bell rings! 📚💛
The Homework Hotline is here to help students tackle tricky questions, confusing problems, and “I-don’t-get-it-yet” moments! 🧠✨
Call in for friendly, free support from real teachers who are ready to guide you to that “aha!” moment. Because learning doesn’t stop when the bell rings! 📚💛
Today we honor all who served.
Thank you to the veterans across our nation for your courage, sacrifice, and service. ❤️💙
From all of us at Acequia Madre Elementary, we are grateful.
Thank you to the veterans across our nation for your courage, sacrifice, and service. ❤️💙
From all of us at Acequia Madre Elementary, we are grateful.
🍂 This Wednesday, Nov 12, Acequia Madre’s Annual Thanksgiving Lunch is back! We’ll be baking fresh bread and roasting garden veggies in our horno. Come share a cozy meal with our school community! 🥖🥕🔥
Lunch Times & Location (All in the Gym):
K & 1 — Lunch 10:30–11:00 | Garden Horno Feast 11:00–11:30
2nd — Lunch 11:00–11:30 | Garden Horno Feast 11:30–12:00
3rd & 4th — Lunch 12:00–12:30 | Garden Horno Feast 12:30–1:00
5th & 6th — Lunch 12:30–1:00 | Garden Horno Feast 1:00–1:30
Cost:
Adults $6 | Siblings (not attending SFPS) $3 | Teachers $5
💵 SFPS cannot accept early payments or credit cards, please bring exact change to help the line move quickly!
Lunch Times & Location (All in the Gym):
K & 1 — Lunch 10:30–11:00 | Garden Horno Feast 11:00–11:30
2nd — Lunch 11:00–11:30 | Garden Horno Feast 11:30–12:00
3rd & 4th — Lunch 12:00–12:30 | Garden Horno Feast 12:30–1:00
5th & 6th — Lunch 12:30–1:00 | Garden Horno Feast 1:00–1:30
Cost:
Adults $6 | Siblings (not attending SFPS) $3 | Teachers $5
💵 SFPS cannot accept early payments or credit cards, please bring exact change to help the line move quickly!
GO Vote!
Election Day is here! Support Acequia Madre Elementary and all SFPS schools. The GO Bond & Mill Levy will ensure safe, supportive learning environments across Santa Fe.
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Election Day is here! Support Acequia Madre Elementary and all SFPS schools. The GO Bond & Mill Levy will ensure safe, supportive learning environments across Santa Fe.
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Putting Matadors First ✨
Reminder: Election Day is tomorrow! Support Acequia Madre Elementary and all SFPS schools. The GO Bond & Mill Levy will ensure safe, supportive learning environments across Santa Fe.
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Reminder: Election Day is tomorrow! Support Acequia Madre Elementary and all SFPS schools. The GO Bond & Mill Levy will ensure safe, supportive learning environments across Santa Fe.
Learn more at www.sfps.info
🍎✨ We’re Hiring, Santa Fe! ✨🍎
Looking for a career that matters? Join the Santa Fe Public Schools family! 💙
Come to our SFPS Job Fair and explore opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of students across our community.
Meet school leaders, discover amazing benefits, and find your perfect fit. From classrooms to campuses and everything in between! 🌟
📅 November 14, 2025 from 12:00pm-4:30pm
📍610 Alta Vista, Santa Fe, NM, 87505
Bring your resume, your passion, and your smile — your next chapter starts here! 💫
#SFPSProud #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #InspireSantaFe
Looking for a career that matters? Join the Santa Fe Public Schools family! 💙
Come to our SFPS Job Fair and explore opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of students across our community.
Meet school leaders, discover amazing benefits, and find your perfect fit. From classrooms to campuses and everything in between! 🌟
📅 November 14, 2025 from 12:00pm-4:30pm
📍610 Alta Vista, Santa Fe, NM, 87505
Bring your resume, your passion, and your smile — your next chapter starts here! 💫
#SFPSProud #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #InspireSantaFe
🎉 Exciting News for SFPS Families! 🎉
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Get ready — the Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) 2026–2027 K–12 School Choice Lottery opens November 1, 2025! 🌟 This is your family’s chance to explore new possibilities and apply for a school outside your assigned attendance area for the upcoming school year.
✨ Want priority placement? Be sure to submit your application by January 31, 2026 at www.sfps.info/page/lottery
Thank you for being amazing partners in helping every student shine! 💫
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Get ready — the Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) 2026–2027 K–12 School Choice Lottery opens November 1, 2025! 🌟 This is your family’s chance to explore new possibilities and apply for a school outside your assigned attendance area for the upcoming school year.
✨ Want priority placement? Be sure to submit your application by January 31, 2026 at www.sfps.info/page/lottery
Thank you for being amazing partners in helping every student shine! 💫
Want to apply for an SFPS school outside your area for 2026-27? Applications open 11/1. Priority deadline ends Jan 31, 2026. More info: sfps.info/page/lottery
🌻🎃 Fall Fundraiser Fun! 🍂
Help support our beautiful Acequia Madre School Garden by purchasing a hay bale for just $10! 🌾 Each bale helps us grow our garden program—funding seeds, soil, and student projects that keep our garden blooming all year long. 🌱
These hay bales are perfect for porch décor, fall photos, Halloween displays, or even your own personal garden! 🌼 Every dollar goes right back to our kids and garden learning!
Stop by the school or contact Ms. Shelley in the office to grab yours today! 💛
#AcequiaMadre #GardenFundraiser #HayForGood
Help support our beautiful Acequia Madre School Garden by purchasing a hay bale for just $10! 🌾 Each bale helps us grow our garden program—funding seeds, soil, and student projects that keep our garden blooming all year long. 🌱
These hay bales are perfect for porch décor, fall photos, Halloween displays, or even your own personal garden! 🌼 Every dollar goes right back to our kids and garden learning!
Stop by the school or contact Ms. Shelley in the office to grab yours today! 💛
#AcequiaMadre #GardenFundraiser #HayForGood
🎃👻 You’re invited! Join us for Acequia Madre’s Annual Halloween Parade on Friday, October 31, 2025! Come cheer on our costumed kiddos, snap festive photos, and celebrate a little spooky fun with our school community. Families welcome—let’s make it fang-tastic! 🧡🕸️🧛♂️
(P.S. Costumes should be school-appropriate—no realistic weapons. Thank you!)
(P.S. Costumes should be school-appropriate—no realistic weapons. Thank you!)
🎃 Election Day Camp at Acequia Madre Elementary! 🗳️
No school? No problem! Join us for a day of fall fun on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM!
Get ready for pumpkin carving, games galore, and a whole lot of autumn excitement with friends! 🍂✨
🧃 Cost: $60 per student
🍎 What to bring: Your own snack and lunch
📍 Where: Acequia Madre Elementary
Spots are limited — sign up with Ms. Shelley in the office to reserve your spot today!
Camp will only be held with enough registrations, so don’t wait — let’s make it a day to remember! 🎉
No school? No problem! Join us for a day of fall fun on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM!
Get ready for pumpkin carving, games galore, and a whole lot of autumn excitement with friends! 🍂✨
🧃 Cost: $60 per student
🍎 What to bring: Your own snack and lunch
📍 Where: Acequia Madre Elementary
Spots are limited — sign up with Ms. Shelley in the office to reserve your spot today!
Camp will only be held with enough registrations, so don’t wait — let’s make it a day to remember! 🎉
🎃✨ A Spooktacular Thank You! ✨🎃
A howling huge THANK YOU to our one-of-a-kind PTC for brewing up another fang-tastic Halloween Carnival at Acequia Madre! 👻 Your creativity, energy, and dedication filled our school with magic, laughter, and just the right amount of spooky fun.
A special shoutout to Sarah Martinez for going above and beyond—your time, effort, and attention to every eerie little detail made this year’s carnival an absolute scream! 🕸️💜
And to all our amazing parent volunteers from each class—thank you for running the booths, keeping the fun flowing, and making sure our little ghouls and goblins had the time of their (after)lives! 🧙♀️🧛♂️
We couldn’t have done it without you all—your teamwork and spirit are what make our school truly boo-tiful! 🎃💫
A howling huge THANK YOU to our one-of-a-kind PTC for brewing up another fang-tastic Halloween Carnival at Acequia Madre! 👻 Your creativity, energy, and dedication filled our school with magic, laughter, and just the right amount of spooky fun.
A special shoutout to Sarah Martinez for going above and beyond—your time, effort, and attention to every eerie little detail made this year’s carnival an absolute scream! 🕸️💜
And to all our amazing parent volunteers from each class—thank you for running the booths, keeping the fun flowing, and making sure our little ghouls and goblins had the time of their (after)lives! 🧙♀️🧛♂️
We couldn’t have done it without you all—your teamwork and spirit are what make our school truly boo-tiful! 🎃💫
🎃👻 Reminder: Acequia Madre’s Annual Halloween Carnival! 👻🎃
Get ready for a spooktacular night of fun! Join us Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 4–7 PM at Acequia Madre Elementary! 🕸️🍬
🧡 Important Reminder:
Children must be accompanied by an adult or guardian — and to keep our carnival safe and fun for everyone, please follow our Student Council’s safety rules:
🕷️ Guardians must stay within eyesight of the students they’re chaperoning.
🕷️ All students need adult supervision at all times.
🕷️ Respect your surroundings and others — that means decorations, costumes, and personal space.
🕷️ Follow school rules, including playground expectations:
• Keep cell phones in pockets
• Walking feet in hallways
• Feet on the ground (except when dancing!)
• Stay in authorized areas and on school property
Let’s make this a frightfully fun night for all! 🎃✨
#AcequiaMadrePride #HalloweenCarnival #SafeAndSpookyFun
Get ready for a spooktacular night of fun! Join us Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 4–7 PM at Acequia Madre Elementary! 🕸️🍬
🧡 Important Reminder:
Children must be accompanied by an adult or guardian — and to keep our carnival safe and fun for everyone, please follow our Student Council’s safety rules:
🕷️ Guardians must stay within eyesight of the students they’re chaperoning.
🕷️ All students need adult supervision at all times.
🕷️ Respect your surroundings and others — that means decorations, costumes, and personal space.
🕷️ Follow school rules, including playground expectations:
• Keep cell phones in pockets
• Walking feet in hallways
• Feet on the ground (except when dancing!)
• Stay in authorized areas and on school property
Let’s make this a frightfully fun night for all! 🎃✨
#AcequiaMadrePride #HalloweenCarnival #SafeAndSpookyFun
Putting Matadors First ✨
Here at Acequia Madre Elementary, the GO Bond will provide HVAC replacement to improve comfort and air quality for every classroom.
✅ The Mill Levy supports all SFPS schools and public charter schools—funding maintenance, equipment, and paying our hardworking custodians. Also, the GO Bond & Mill Levy will not raise taxes!
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Here at Acequia Madre Elementary, the GO Bond will provide HVAC replacement to improve comfort and air quality for every classroom.
✅ The Mill Levy supports all SFPS schools and public charter schools—funding maintenance, equipment, and paying our hardworking custodians. Also, the GO Bond & Mill Levy will not raise taxes!
Learn more at www.sfps.info
It’s time for Parent-Teacher Conferences!
Please note the following schedule:
Thursday, October 23: No classes for elementary and K–6 students
Friday, October 24: No classes for all students (K–6 and 7–12)
We encourage all parents and guardians to connect with your child’s teachers to discuss their progress and celebrate their growth.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our students’ success!
Please note the following schedule:
Thursday, October 23: No classes for elementary and K–6 students
Friday, October 24: No classes for all students (K–6 and 7–12)
We encourage all parents and guardians to connect with your child’s teachers to discuss their progress and celebrate their growth.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our students’ success!
Great news from SFPS! 📚 Student reading proficiency grew to 42%, continuing our upward trend, while math proficiency held steady at 22% for 2024–25.
This progress is a direct result of our incredible teachers, school leaders, and students working together toward excellence. 💪
👉 Check out the full press release to learn more.
This progress is a direct result of our incredible teachers, school leaders, and students working together toward excellence. 💪
👉 Check out the full press release to learn more.
