Desert Sage Academy

Bring your littles to the Literacy Carnival and meet the author of the Pete the Cat series

🎉 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

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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

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.

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.

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.

Happy Halloween from DSA! BIG Shout out to the ECO Art & Design Program for the 3D printed pumpkin that was used as a prop for a staging of the play Macbeth in the ELA 12 class

🍂✨ 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!

Today is Mental Health Awareness Day! Take a moment to talk openly with loved ones about mental health AND mental illness, CELEBRATE your successes, no matter how great or small, and express LOVE and GRATITUDE for yourself and every positive experience you have today. Give yourself a squeeze and give someone else one too! DSA loves YOU!

The New Mexico Public Education Department has issued new guidance for handling threats that originate on social media. Recently, schools across the nation have seen a surge in social media threats—many of which are hoaxes or pranks. Even when these threats are unfounded, they can still lead to widespread fear, the cancellation of events, and a strain on resources. We urge everyone to be vigilant online and report any suspicious activity to authorities. Let's work together to keep our schools safe and protect our community's well-being.

DSA and ECO Families! You are invited to attend our DSA/ECO Annual Title 1 Meeting, Tuesday, September 24, 2024, 5:30-6:30 PM. You will hear a brief overview of programs we have to help support your student's success. You will also hear about upcoming club offerings, resources, and opportunities.

The school year is off to a strong start, and The Desert Sage Academy website has been updated with a current staff directory👨‍👧‍👧 , late start and bell schedules⏰ , and class links💻 . Check it out and let us know if there's anything else YOU want to see on our page. https://desertsage.sfps.info/o/dsa

🌟🎒 Kick Off the School Year with Diabetes Club! 🎒🌟 We’re excited to invite all students with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, along with their families and friends, to our Back to School Meeting on September 26th! 📅✨ Join us for a day packed with fun and exciting activities: 🧗‍♂️ Ropes Course Adventure 🔥 Bonfire 🍔 Cookout It’s the perfect chance to connect with others, enjoy some outdoor fun, and get ready for the school year ahead. Don’t miss this opportunity to build friendships and make unforgettable memories!

What students do both inside and outside of the classroom impacts their educational success. When students participate in activities outside the classroom, such as clubs, sports or school events, they develop a sense of belonging and community. Check out this week's SFPS Bulletin at https://conta.cc/3X6DVUb and the perspective of Lucas Robbins, a senior at Mandela International Magnet School and student member of the SFPS Board of Education, as he discusses student engagement!

SFPS’ four-year graduation rate for 2022-23 grew to 83.1 percent, an increase of one percent, as reported by the New Mexico Public Education Department (PED). Read more: www.sfps.info/article/1668317

Registration for Santa Fe High's Volleyball Camp, for 1st-6th graders, is open! To sign up, visit: https://go.sfps.info/sfhs-volleyball-camp-2024