Salazar Elementary
Striving for Excellence
Be an upstander!
If you See Something, Say Something.
Students can report their concerns via the Say Something reporting system – whether it’s a possible threat or they are worried about a friend’s safety.
All reports are taken seriously and are immediately reported to the appropriate SFPS personnel.
www.saysomething.net/#submit_tip
Take the pledge against gun violence!
Commit to never bringing a gun to school and to never using guns to solve problems.
Since 1996, over 10 million youth nationwide have signed the Student Pledge Against Gun Violence. The Pledge encourages young people to abstain from contributing to gun violence, including bringing a gun to school.
The Pledge is available in older and younger versions, as well as English and Spanish.
Anyone can take the pledge, even teachers, parents, and community members!
E-sign the pledge here: tinyurl.com/wave-pledge
Commit to never bringing a gun to school and to never using guns to solve problems.
Since 1996, over 10 million youth nationwide have signed the Student Pledge Against Gun Violence. The Pledge encourages young people to abstain from contributing to gun violence, including bringing a gun to school.
The Pledge is available in older and younger versions, as well as English and Spanish.
Anyone can take the pledge, even teachers, parents, and community members!
E-sign the pledge here: tinyurl.com/wave-pledge
SFPS Gun Violence Prevention Week
March 2 - 6, 2026
KEEPING OUR STUDENTS SAFE BY PREVENTING GUN VIOLENCE
For many young people, concerns about gun violence are part of the world they navigate every day.
SFPS Gun Violence Prevention Week raises awareness, promotes early intervention, and highlights practical steps that help keep students safe and supported.
This campaign is anti-gun violence, not anti-gun, and recognizes the importance of outdoor and hunting traditions for many New Mexico families.
We are empowering students to shape a culture of safety in their schools by:
Taking the Student Pledge Against Gun Violence
Use Say Something to report safety concerns.
Reach out if you need help with a conflict, stress, or other challenges. Talk to a trusted adult, or call 988 or another helpline.
Thank you for supporting Gun Violence Prevention Week.
March 2 - 6, 2026
KEEPING OUR STUDENTS SAFE BY PREVENTING GUN VIOLENCE
For many young people, concerns about gun violence are part of the world they navigate every day.
SFPS Gun Violence Prevention Week raises awareness, promotes early intervention, and highlights practical steps that help keep students safe and supported.
This campaign is anti-gun violence, not anti-gun, and recognizes the importance of outdoor and hunting traditions for many New Mexico families.
We are empowering students to shape a culture of safety in their schools by:
Taking the Student Pledge Against Gun Violence
Use Say Something to report safety concerns.
Reach out if you need help with a conflict, stress, or other challenges. Talk to a trusted adult, or call 988 or another helpline.
Thank you for supporting Gun Violence Prevention Week.
Seeking Community Input for ESEA Applications for SY 2026-2027
SFPS will be submitting applications under Federal Programs for ESEA Title I, II, III and Title IV, AND Title VI programs this spring. We welcome community input on our application.
Please complete a brief survey and/or participate in a virtual meeting that will be held Friday, March 6, 2026 at 12:00 PM.
Please visit https://www.sfps.info/page/federal-programs for the meeting link and more information.
Complete the survey at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfK6bdZ_CfUxMK-Qz4ZsIGA5CXFNsEqQAcSxfUhPKMk5xBsJg/viewform
SFPS will be submitting applications under Federal Programs for ESEA Title I, II, III and Title IV, AND Title VI programs this spring. We welcome community input on our application.
Please complete a brief survey and/or participate in a virtual meeting that will be held Friday, March 6, 2026 at 12:00 PM.
Please visit https://www.sfps.info/page/federal-programs for the meeting link and more information.
Complete the survey at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfK6bdZ_CfUxMK-Qz4ZsIGA5CXFNsEqQAcSxfUhPKMk5xBsJg/viewform
SFPS Community, please review this important message from the Office of Student Wellness regarding the increase in respiratory illnesses across New Mexico.
Please review this letter, which contains an important message regarding a concerning social media trend. Por favor, revise esta carta, que contiene un mensaje importante sobre una tendencia preocupante en las redes sociales.
Bus Route 20 will run this afternoon. Routes 17 and 19 will not run due to poor road conditions. All routes are expected to operate tomorrow. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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 Salazar is excited to share the opportunity!
Date: Thursday, November 14
Location: 610 Alta Vista Street
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM
¡Únase a nosotros en la Feria de Empleo de SFPS!
¿Busca una carrera gratificante que marque la diferencia? Las Escuelas Públicas de Santa Fe están organizando una Feria de Empleo, ¡y Salazar está emocionado de compartir esta oportunidad!
Fecha: Jueves, 14 de noviembre
Lugar: 610 Alta Vista Street
Horario: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference? Santa Fe Public Schools is hosting a Job Fair, and Salazar is excited to share the opportunity!
Date: Thursday, November 14
Location: 610 Alta Vista Street
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM
¡Únase a nosotros en la Feria de Empleo de SFPS!
¿Busca una carrera gratificante que marque la diferencia? Las Escuelas Públicas de Santa Fe están organizando una Feria de Empleo, ¡y Salazar está emocionado de compartir esta oportunidad!
Fecha: Jueves, 14 de noviembre
Lugar: 610 Alta Vista Street
Horario: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM
🇺🇸 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 Salazar, we are grateful.
Thank you to the veterans across our nation for your courage, sacrifice, and service. ❤️💙
From all of us at Salazar, we are grateful.
Putting Knights First ✨
Reminder: Election Day is tomorrow! Support Salazar 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 Salazar 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
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
Putting Knights First ✨
Here at Salazar Elementary, the GO Bond will provide ADA playground improvements and greenhouse/garden upgrades.
✅ 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 Salazar Elementary, the GO Bond will provide ADA playground improvements and greenhouse/garden upgrades.
✅ 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
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.
🎒 SFPS 2026–2027 K–12 School Choice Lottery Opens November 1!
The School Choice Lottery for K–12 students opens November 1, 2025. Apply for a school outside your child’s assigned attendance area for the 2026–2027 school year.
👉 Apply by January 31, 2026 to secure priority placement at www.sfps.info/page/lottery.
📄 See the flyer for more information.
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
🚀 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
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
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.
Hello and Happy Wednesday!
We’re off to a great start and are excited for all that’s ahead! Communication is key to keeping our Knights community strong, so please stay connected with us.
We send home Wednesday Folders on the first Wednesday of each month with important information for your family. This week’s folder includes:
Code of Conduct form
Technology Agreement form
School newsletter
Parent Right to Know Letter
SFPS calendar magnets
Save the date: Picture Day will be on 9/3. I realized the next newsletter will be sent that same day so I added picture day to this digital copy but it may not be on your paper copy. Melinda will be sharing additional picture day flyers with details.
21st Century Afterschool Program will begin 9/2/25 and the link to register will be sent out tomorrow.
Please take a moment to review all the important information in the newsletter. Thank you for helping us start the year strong!
Hola y ¡Feliz miércoles!
¡Hemos tenido un gran comienzo y estamos emocionados por todo lo que viene! La comunicación es clave para mantener fuerte a nuestra comunidad de Knights, así que por favor manténganse conectados con nosotros.
Enviamos las carpetas de los miércoles el primer miércoles de cada mes con información importante para su familia. La carpeta de esta semana incluye:
Formulario del Código de Conducta
Formulario del Acuerdo de Tecnología
Boletín escolar
Imanes del calendario de SFPS (las clases del Sr. Damm, la Sra. Laura y la Sra. Salazar los recibirán la próxima semana)
Guarde la fecha: el Día de las Fotos será el 3 de septiembre. Me di cuenta de que el próximo boletín se enviará ese mismo día, así que agregué el Día de las Fotos a esta copia digital, pero es posible que no aparezca en su copia impresa. Melinda compartirá folletos adicionales del Día de las Fotos con más detalles.
Por favor, tómese un momento para revisar toda la información importante en el boletín. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a comenzar el año con fuerza!
We’re off to a great start and are excited for all that’s ahead! Communication is key to keeping our Knights community strong, so please stay connected with us.
We send home Wednesday Folders on the first Wednesday of each month with important information for your family. This week’s folder includes:
Code of Conduct form
Technology Agreement form
School newsletter
Parent Right to Know Letter
SFPS calendar magnets
Save the date: Picture Day will be on 9/3. I realized the next newsletter will be sent that same day so I added picture day to this digital copy but it may not be on your paper copy. Melinda will be sharing additional picture day flyers with details.
21st Century Afterschool Program will begin 9/2/25 and the link to register will be sent out tomorrow.
Please take a moment to review all the important information in the newsletter. Thank you for helping us start the year strong!
Hola y ¡Feliz miércoles!
¡Hemos tenido un gran comienzo y estamos emocionados por todo lo que viene! La comunicación es clave para mantener fuerte a nuestra comunidad de Knights, así que por favor manténganse conectados con nosotros.
Enviamos las carpetas de los miércoles el primer miércoles de cada mes con información importante para su familia. La carpeta de esta semana incluye:
Formulario del Código de Conducta
Formulario del Acuerdo de Tecnología
Boletín escolar
Imanes del calendario de SFPS (las clases del Sr. Damm, la Sra. Laura y la Sra. Salazar los recibirán la próxima semana)
Guarde la fecha: el Día de las Fotos será el 3 de septiembre. Me di cuenta de que el próximo boletín se enviará ese mismo día, así que agregué el Día de las Fotos a esta copia digital, pero es posible que no aparezca en su copia impresa. Melinda compartirá folletos adicionales del Día de las Fotos con más detalles.
Por favor, tómese un momento para revisar toda la información importante en el boletín. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a comenzar el año con fuerza!
🎉 Hello Salazar Knights Families! 🎉
We are so excited to welcome both familiar and new faces for what is sure to be a wonderful school year! 🏫💙 Attached is our back-to-school newsletter with some important upcoming dates and information to help you and your child feel ready for the first day.
📱 Important Communication Update:
This year, we are moving to a new, user-friendly messaging system through PowerSchool. You’ll now receive school updates directly to your phone via text message and sometimes a phone call, depending on the message type. Some teachers may still use ClassDojo to share classroom moments and photos, but PowerSchool Messaging will be our main communication tool moving forward.
📓 Bell Schedule & Supply Lists:
Our bell schedule remains the same! You can find supply lists in a previous post, and once I get more familiar with the new messaging app, I’ll resend those lists and share more back-to-school details there.
👶 Kindergarten & Pre-K Start Dates:
As always, Kindergarten and Pre-K students will start later than 1st–6th grade students. Your child’s teacher will reach out to schedule a one-on-one visit to help our littlest learners feel safe, confident, and excited to start school.
📆 Key Dates:
🧑🏫 Teachers return next week for training.
📞 Expect to hear from your child’s teacher by Wednesday, August 6.
📚 Meet the Teacher Night & Supply Drop-Off: August 7
🎒 First Day of School: Thursday, August 8
⏰ Early Dismissal every Friday at 1:05 PM
We can't wait to see everyone soon! Let’s make this year one to remember 💫
#SalazarKnights #BackToSchool #WeAreReady
We are so excited to welcome both familiar and new faces for what is sure to be a wonderful school year! 🏫💙 Attached is our back-to-school newsletter with some important upcoming dates and information to help you and your child feel ready for the first day.
📱 Important Communication Update:
This year, we are moving to a new, user-friendly messaging system through PowerSchool. You’ll now receive school updates directly to your phone via text message and sometimes a phone call, depending on the message type. Some teachers may still use ClassDojo to share classroom moments and photos, but PowerSchool Messaging will be our main communication tool moving forward.
📓 Bell Schedule & Supply Lists:
Our bell schedule remains the same! You can find supply lists in a previous post, and once I get more familiar with the new messaging app, I’ll resend those lists and share more back-to-school details there.
👶 Kindergarten & Pre-K Start Dates:
As always, Kindergarten and Pre-K students will start later than 1st–6th grade students. Your child’s teacher will reach out to schedule a one-on-one visit to help our littlest learners feel safe, confident, and excited to start school.
📆 Key Dates:
🧑🏫 Teachers return next week for training.
📞 Expect to hear from your child’s teacher by Wednesday, August 6.
📚 Meet the Teacher Night & Supply Drop-Off: August 7
🎒 First Day of School: Thursday, August 8
⏰ Early Dismissal every Friday at 1:05 PM
We can't wait to see everyone soon! Let’s make this year one to remember 💫
#SalazarKnights #BackToSchool #WeAreReady
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.
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Consulte los archivos adjuntos para obtener una actualización importante sobre el programa extracurricular para el año escolar 2025-2026.
