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SUPERINTENDENT Taos Schools has set high expectations for our schools and put a number of initiatives in place with the goal of preparing every student for college and the workforce. We continue to uphold those high expectations and implement the key initiatives already underway, including National Board Teacher Certification, High Schools That Work model, AVID program, Teach To One Math model, 6th Grade Academy, after school strategic tutoring, Early Warning System to increase student attendance and expanded Early Childhood opportunities, all of which are in the best interest of our students. Our graduation rates have been climbing, thanks to the dedicated and elegant work of our teachers, principals and support staff. We have some of the most passionate and dedicated school staff in the nation right here at Taos Municipal Schools.

We know our goals are ambitious and rigorous, but believe them to be achievable. We all continue to work together to become the premiere district in educating students and helping them achieve their dreams and aspirations. I remain grateful to a community who values education and demands excellence.

We, as a District, appreciate the commitment and dedication of staff, volunteers, community and business partners who are helping Taos Schools grow stronger as we move towards excellence in education. As we embark on this journey together, I am working diligently to foster a transparent and collaborative environment for our families. To that end, I want to encourage you to get involved this year. Whether by volunteering in our District, participating in the important decisionmaking process, or by assisting us with short term projects to improve our students’ educational experiences. I am inviting you to get involved and engaged!

I am looking forward to our continued diligent work in helping to fulfill the hopes and dreams of our children. We have built the foundation in the last three years to move our students to higher levels, not only academically, but also socially, physical and emotionally to succeed as responsible citizens.

I wish you a great school year!

Dr. Lillian M. Torrez Superintendent

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SUPERINTENDENT Dear Taos Schools’ Family and Friends, Welcome to another wonderful and successful school year at Taos Municipal Schools!

Like all schools and districts across New Mexico and the US, we at Taos Municipal Schools strive to provide the best quality education for our students, offer high quality staff development and provide a safe learning and work environment for all. Part of my work with TMS is to work with school leaders (all instructional and support staff) to ensure above mentioned are being provided.

With our district’s strategic plan as our guide, school and district personnel have embarked on a mission to review, analyze, revise and develop programs within our school system. Through their collaboration, work was prioritized to those most impactful in maximizing the potential for student and staff success. Staff across all schools and departments have maintained the focus of preparing your children to be academically, socially, physically and emotionally successful. It is important to note, their dedication, hard work and loyalty continues to maintain the long-term vision for Taos Municipal Schools. Below are a few highlights of our teams’ work.

Three strategic pillars supported through this work were 1) Student Achievement, 2) Educator Excellence and 4) Safety & Wellness. Over the course of the 16-17 school year and summer, teacher leaders and principals have invested many hours in analyzing student data, programs, curriculum and school environment. Through this analysis, recommendations and work have ensued to adopt new programs, assessments, revision or development of curriculum alignment/maps for K-12 in most content areas, strategic professional development in areas such as differentiated instruction, higher order questioning/strategies, Canvas (learning management system), teacher mentorship, coaching and safety have been and continue to be addressed by staff.

Programs and initiatives TMS schools will implement are: the AVID Program which primarily supports first generation students through an elective course in college and career readiness while simultaneously provided high yield strategies across all content areas for all students; High Schools that Work (HSTW), which has enabled THS to establish career pathways and supports for students pursuing post-secondary/career technical education along with an establishment of an advisory period to support students’ academics, attendance and social emotional well-being. At our three elementary schools, a long-needed intervention program supporting kindergarten-5th grade students in math and literacy will be implemented. Lastly, implementation of a teacher mentorship and coaching program recently developed by a few of our teachers will help support new colleagues to the profession and those needing support in varying areas of instruction.

As a proud member and leader of Taos Municipal Schools, I commit to continue to support and empower our staff, students and families in establishing and maintaining high standards for achievement, safety and accountability.

Respectfully yours, Melissa Sandoval Assistant Superintendent

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FEDERAL PROGRAMS As the Director of Federal Programs, I am excited to welcome you and your children to the 2017-18 school year!

The vision and mission of Taos Municipal School is to inspire excellence and life-long success through teaching, learning, and collaboration by preparing all students academically, socially, physically, and emotionally to succeed as responsible citizens.

Federal Programs supports these goals through K-12 programs in reading and math intervention, bilingual and heritage language programming, English language development for English language learners, and the Indian Education Program. The programs benefit students by providing direct support to students, professional development for teachers, cultural activities, and family engagement events throughout the year.

Our district enthusiastically supports students learning in two languages and we are fortunate to have bilingual programs in all schools. The bilingual program saw a major development this year as 25 graduating seniors were awarded the bilingual seal. Twenty-two students were recognized for their accomplishments in Spanish and three students from Taos Pueblo were recognized for their accomplishments in Tiwa.

NM and Common Core Standards drive instruction in Kindergarten-12th grade in Taos Municipal Schools. These standards mean that all students are challenged with rigorous instruction to prepare them for their futures. Increasing the number of computers in classrooms across the district will enable students to build their academic and technology skills in preparation for college and career readiness. Online supports are available at the elementary level in math and reading. Online credit recovery (when needed) is offered at the secondary level.

We are committed to strengthening relationships with families through meaningful engagement opportunities both at your student’s school and at the district. Your support and participation plays an integral role in each student’s success. Your time and effort is deeply appreciated and valued within the school district. Please reach out if you have a question so that we can help you access the information you need to support your student. Have a great year!

CJ Grace Director of Federal Programs cj.grace@taosschools.org *Indian Education Committee Meeting dates- 9/21,10/19, 11/16, 12/21, 1/25, 2/15, 3/22, 4/19, 5/17, and 6/7, if needed. See Taos Municipal Schools Indian Education webpage for more information including meeting times and locations.

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Mark Flores II Board Vice-President District 3 – 2018

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SCHOOL CALENDAR

CONTENTS FEATURES 9 ACHIEVING YOUR DREAMS: BRIDGE HELPS NAVIGATE A PATH TO HIGHER EDUCATION 18 TAOS DAY SCHOOL:ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY YEARS OF LEARNING 26 VISTA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL: MOVING FORWARD WITH A PURPOSE 28 CHARTERS: THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF CHOICE 30 PEÑASCO SCHOOLS: LETTER TO PARENTS 32 FARM TO SCHOOL: GIVING KIDS A TASTE OF A HEALTHY LIFE 34 TAOS HIGH SCHOOL: OFFERING AN ACTIVITY FOR EVERYONE 36 QUESTA SCHOOLS: LETTER TO PARENTS, STUDENTS, COMMUNITY 42 CREATING HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS: CAV AND TAOS AREA SCHOOLS

TAOS MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS 3 FROM THE OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT 4 FROM THE ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT 5 FROM THE FEDERAL PROGRAMS DIRECTOR 6 SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS AND MEETINGS SCHEDULE 7 TAOS MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS 2017-2018 CALENDAR 10 TAOS MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS DIRECTORY 12 FEDERAL PROGRAMS 13 YEARLY TESTING 14 BUS SCHEDULE 20 TRIBAL EDUCATION 21 ARROYOS DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STAFF

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22 ENOS GARCÍA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 24 RANCHOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 38 SCHOOL SUPPLIES LIST 39 EXCEPTIONAL PROGRAMS 40 TAOS MIDDLE SCHOOL 44 TAOS HIGH SCHOOL 46 THS ATHLETICS 48 CYBER MAGNET SCHOOL 50 HEALTH 52 COMMUNITY ELIGIBILITY 53 NUTRITION

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ACHIEVING YOUR DREAMS

BRIDGES HELPS NAVIGATE A PATH TO HIGHER EDUCATION

BY MACKENZI FREDERICK

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ill you be the first person in your family to pursue higher education through a certification, vocational training or a two- or four-year college degree? Are you a high school senior ready to apply to college, in New Mexico or elsewhere, and you’re seeking help with the various steps in the process? Perhaps you’re a younger high school student eager to understand what the college application and financial aid process will entail, so that you can take proactive steps to embark on the process with the awareness necessary to achieve your goals.

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HOW CAN BRIDGES HELP?

Or, have you passed your High School Equivalency (the GED or HiSET) and you want to create a game plan for what you want to do next?

What if it’s been a while since you were a student and you want to go to college, learn a new skill or vocation, or you hope to make a career change?

No matter if you are younger or older, whatever your circumstances, previous learning experiences and your goals for education and career, Bridges can help support you on your own particular path.

BUT HOW CAN YOU AFFORD TO PAY COLLEGE TUITION AND EXPENSES?

Bridges Project for Education (Bridges) will celebrate our 20th anniversary this year. Since 1997, we have helped 2,600 students and their families work through the college application and financial aid process in Taos County and Northern New Mexico. We provide free, individualized and comprehensive counseling to students of all ages. This is the heart of our work, because we understand what a complicated and even daunting process applying to schools and finding financial aid can be. We know. We’ve been there, too.

We want to help you achieve your dreams, since we believe that when individuals succeed in achieving their goals, then their own life, that of their family and their community will all benefit.

Education is one way in which people can create the life they want to live, whether that means learning a trade; increasing their understanding of a particular subject, themselves and the world; gathering the knowledge and tools to enter into a career or profession; or moving into a higher level of qualifications, with new opportunities for increased income and benefits.

Our goal is to help you find the best college for your needs, goals and finances. We can assist you in working through the key components of the application process, which can include learning about college admissions requirements; developing a customized action plan with deadlines for key points in the process; creating a list of colleges or vocational schools matching your needs, goals, finances and eligibility; working on and completing college applications; and then deciding on the best school to attend.

Many of our clients are eligible for federal financial aid, some New Mexico grants or scholarships — including the Lottery Scholarship — and even regional or local scholarships. You may be able to obtain different kinds of financial aid. Bridges can help you obtain money for college, based on your eligibility, by: working with you to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid); identifying potential scholarships, filling out and submitting applications; completing school financial aid forms; and then analyzing and comparing the financial aid packages that the school(s) where you have been accepted offer you.

WHAT DOES WORKING WITH BRIDGES LOOK LIKE?

The first step is to call us at (575) 758-5074 or email us at info@bridgesproject.org to schedule an appointment. All appointments are held in our office at 112A Alexander Street in Taos. During your initial appointment, one of our college counselors will complete an intake of your background, needs and goals. Together, you and your counselor will create an action plan to make sure that you are on track to achieve your goals.

Counseling appointments can last from a half hour to an hour. And remember, our services are free. To learn more about Bridges and the college application and financial aid processes, visit our web site bridgesproject.org and like Bridges Project on Facebook.

EDUCATION IS NOT THE ONLY WAY TO LIVE THE BEST LIFE FOR YOUR NEEDS AND ASPIRATIONS, BUT IF IT’S THE PATH FOR YOU, BRIDGES HAS A ROAD MAP, KNOWLEDGEABLE COLLEGE COUNSELORS AND A PLAN TO HELP YOU ARRIVE AT YOUR DESTINATION. PUBLIC UNIVERSITY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE

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Mackenzi Frederick is a college counselor and development coordinator for Bridges Project for Education.

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ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY • 737-6100 Dr. Gladys Herrera-Gurule, Principal Renetta Mondragon, Assistant. Principal Nanette Barela, Secretary Marlene Romero, Secretary Phyllis Yardman, School Nurse

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TAOS MIDDLE SCHOOL • 737-6000 Alfred Cordova, Principal Rosita Rael, Secretary/Registrar Valerie Valerio, Assistant Principal Sheila Jiron, Attendance Secretary Jason Ormsby, School Nurse

TAOS HIGH SCHOOL • 751-8000 Robert V. Trujillo, Principal Danielle Romero, Secretary Mary Lutz, Registrar Danielle Mares, Counselors’ Secretary Lisa Abeyta-Valerio, Assistant Principal Debbie Martinez, Attendance Secretary Danette Quintana, School Nurse Nickie McCarty, Athletic Director Fatima Chavez, Secretary

CHRYSALIS ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL • 751-7291 TAOS CYBER MAGNET • 758-5990 Kate Jensen Head Teacher

ANANSI CHARTER SCHOOL (K-5) Michelle Hunt, Principal

TAOS CHARTER SCHOOL (K-8) Jeremy Jones, Principal

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FEDERAL PROGRAMS AFTERSCHOOL/SUMMER ENRICHMENT Funds for the implementation of quality afterschool and summer enrichment programs which includes academic enrichment, physical activity, nutrition education, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), and/or English Language Arts initiatives and activities.

FAEA (FINE ARTS EDUCATION ACT) “The purpose of the Fine Arts Education Act is to encourage school districts to offer opportunities for elementary school students to participate in fine arts activities, including visual arts, music, theater, and dance.” (22-15D-2, NMSA 1978) Students are introduced and experience cultural and historical art forms from local artists who go into classrooms to teach and demonstrate their craft. Art and music teachers also provide art education continually throughout the school year.

KINDERGARTEN THROUGH THIRD GRADE PLUS PROGRAM (K-3 PLUS) The summer K-3+ Program extends the school year for kindergarten through third grade for participating students and measures the effect of additional time on literacy, numeracy and social skills development. The purpose of K-3+ Program is to demonstrate that increased time in kindergarten and the early grades narrows the achievement gap between disadvantaged students and other students, and increases cognitive skills and leads to higher test scores for all participants. The K-3+ provides funding extended school days to students from Ranchos Elementary and Enos Garcia Elementary for twenty-five instructional days.

NM ARTS GRANT Funds a variety of art organizations across NM through competitive arts grants program. NMA funds organizations that perform specified art services via reimbursement for expenses in performed contracted arts services.

NM PED SDI GRANTFunds are provided to 23 school districts and districtchartered schools who enroll a significant number of American Indian students for the purpose of providing effective culturally-relevant programs, opportunities and practices which contribute to the academic and cultural success of the Native students.

NM RESULTS DRIVEN ACCOUNTABILITY (RDA) The Results Driven Accountability Plan, with all its resources, was implemented to improve early elementary reading achievement at the elementary level elementary. It is a collaborative project focused on professional development, coaching, technical assistance, and additional funding to support school improvement.

SECTION 504 is a part of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 that prohibits discrimination based upon disability. Section 504 is an anti-discrimination, civil rights statute that requires the needs of students with disabilities to be met as adequately as the needs of the non-disabled are met. Taos Municipal Schools provides Section 504 plans for eligible individuals. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the initiation and implementation of a 504 plan: 504 Compliance Officer – CJ Grace (Director of Federal Programs), Email: cj.grace@taosschools.org, Phone: (575) 737-6110, Address: 310 Camino de la Placita Taos, NM 87571 STATE BILINGUAL PROGRAM The Taos Municipal Schools receives state funding under the Bilingual Multicultural Education Act of 2004 (NMSA 22-23-1 through 22-23-6) to provide for the education of our linguistically and culturally different students and for schools utilizing two languages as the medium of instruction for any part or all of the curriculum for the grade specified in the application for funding submitted to the NM PED. TITLE I – PART A: IMPROVING THE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF THE DISADVANTAGED Title I is the largest federal education program for elementary and secondary schools. These funds are targeted to high poverty schools and are used to provide supplementary educational services to students who are educationally disadvantaged or at risk of failing to meet the state standards.

Schools have the option to follow a school wide or targeted model.

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TITLE I – PART D: NEGLECTED AND DELINQUENT This program provides funds to support partnerships between schools and correctional facilities for the purpose of educating students residing in or returning from correctional facilities.

The Taos Municipal Schools works closely with the Taos Juvenile Detention center and employs one teacher to work with students who are incarcerated from a 5 county area and with students enrolled in the Dream Tree Project.

TITLE II – PART A: PREPARING, TRAINING AND RECRUITING HIGH QUALITY TEACHERS AND PRINCIPALS The main goal is to provide funds to increase student and academic achievement by improving teacher quality and getting more highly qualified teachers and principals into schools. In alignment with Section 1119(a)(3) the Taos Municipal School District strives to ensure that all teachers teaching in the core content areas within the school district are highly qualified.

TITLE III - LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION FOR IMMIGRANT STUDENTS The purpose of this program is to develop educational programs that will help ensure that immigrant students attain English proficiency, succeed at core academic subjects, and meet the same state academic content and student achievement standards expected of all children.

TITLE III - PART A: ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACQUISITION, LANGUAGE ENHANCEMENT, AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT Under Civil Right Law and the No Child Left Behind Act, school districts that receive Federal financial assistance have an obligation to identify and serve all ELL/LEP students. The purpose of Title III is to develop educational programs that will help ensure that Limited English Proficient (LEP)/English Language Learners (ELLs), statute uses (LEP), attain English proficiency, succeed at core academic subjects, and meet the same state academic content and student achievement standards expected of all children.

TITLE VI - RURAL AND LOW-INCOME SCHOOL PROGRAM This program targets rural school districts that serve high number of poor students. Funding from the Rural Low-Income Schools Grant may be used for a wide variety of activities authorized under various Title Programs of the No Child Left Behind Act. RLIS funding may only be used to supplement and not supplant other federal, state, and local funds. The funding at each school site aligns with activities appropriate for moving the school toward the district’s goals for increasing student achievement.

TITLE VII - INDIAN, NATIVE HAWAIIAN AND ALASKA NATIVE EDUCATION The purpose of this program is to support the efforts of school districts in serving Native American students, so that they can meet the same challenging state student academic achievement standards that all other students are expected to meet.

TITLE VIII – IMPACT AID REGULAR & SP. ED. The purpose of Impact Aid is to provide grants to school districts burdened by the presence of nontaxable federal lands, installations and housing authorities to make up for lost revenues and additional costs associated with federal presence. School districts are also responsible for educating children of federal personnel who live and/or work on these properties.

TITLE IX - Taos Municipal Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Robert V. Trujillo (Taos High School Principal), Email: robvtru@taosschools.org, Phone: (575) 758-8000, Address: 134 Cervantes St. Taos, NM 87571

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Kindergarten through third grade

To immediately inform teachers about a student’s foundational literacy abilities.Results are immediate. Parents usually receive report at parent/teacher conferences.

Fall 2017 Winter 2017/2018 Spring 2018

WIDA Assessment Placement Test (WAP-T) for Kindergarten & WiDA Online Screener (1-12) Title III Federal mandate

Kindergarten or 1st-12th grade students new to US schools who have a second language.

Screen to determine if student is an English Language Learner (ELL) Results are immediate; parents receive results within 30 days

First 30 days of enrollment or within two weeks of enrollment

To inform teachers whether a student is grasping standards taught. Results are immediate.

Parents get results at parent/teacher conferences

Fall: Aug. 11- Sept. 8, 2017 Winter: Dec. 4 – Dec. 22, 2017 Spring: May 1 – May 18, 2018

Fourth grade through twelfth grade

Primary demonstration of competency for social studies and writing; ADC for math, reading, and science)

2 consecutive weeks during last 3 weeks of Fall semester 2017, optional Senior re-takes in Jan. 2018, and during last 3 weeks of Spring semester 2018 Summer 2018: Last week of summer school

Spanish Language Assesment Required by the State of New Mexico

Kindergarten –twelfth grade Bilingual Students

Spanish language proficiency. Given to insure students are getting necessary instruction to attain English language proficiency.

Results are immediate. Parents get results at parent/teacher conferences.

October 2017

Assessing Comprehension and Communication in English State to State for English Language Learners (ACCESS for ELL’s) Required by the State of New Mexico

Identified English language learners must take the test annually until they are proficient.

Required by “No Child Left Behind Act.” Given to insure students are getting necessary instruction to attain English language proficiency.

Results are available May 2018

Spring: January 22 – March 2, 2018

Fourth, seventh & eleventh grades. Science and Social Studies. Students with significant cognitive disabilities who cannot take the Standards Based Assessment.

To determine if schools and students are making “Adequate Yearly Progress” and graduation requirement for HS students.

Fall: September 25 - October 6, 2017 Spring: March 19 - April 6, 2018

Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) Required by the State of New Mexico

Third through eleventh grades Reading/Writing, Math

To determine if schools and students are making “Adequate Yearly Progress” and graduation requirement for HS students.

Fall Re-takes: November 13 –December 8, 2017 April 16 - May 4, 2018 Attendance is very important.

New Mexico Standards Based Assessment (SBA) Required by the State of New Mexico under federal “No Child Left Behind Act.”

Fourth, seventh & H3 grades – Science; Spanish language arts/literacy third through eleventh grades

NAEP Required by the State of New Mexico under federal “No Child Left Behind Act.”

Fourth & eighth grade

MAPS Measure of Academic Progress EoC (End-of-Course Assessments) Required by the State of New Mexico

New Mexico Alternative Performance Assessment (NMAPA)

Required by the State of New Mexico under federal “No Child Left Behind Act.”

Third through tenth grade

To determine if schools and students are making “Adequate Yearly Progress” and graduation requirement for HS students.

Fall Retakes: October 30 – November 10, 2017 Spring: Science March 5 – March 23, 2018 Spanish Language Arts April 16 – April 30, 2018

Attendance is very important.

January 29 – March 9, 2018 Only selected pilot schools at Grades 4 & 8

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BUS #3 Driver: John Walsh (505)865-8263

Taos High School / Taos Middle School

Taos School Base #66 Upper Las Colonias Road Santo Nino Road Las Colonias Mobile Home Park El Rancho Mobile Home Park Santistevan Road (near airport) Las Colonias R.V. Park Camino De Don Felix (Lower Las Colonias) Valerio Road North Luz Del Monte Camino Coyote Sugar Lane 177 Blueberry Hill Road Night Hawk Trail Mesa Vista Road Wisdom Way Peacock Lane Carson Trailer Park Taos High School Taos Middle School

BUS #3

Driver: John Walsh (505)865-8263 Enos Garcia Elementary

250001 Hwy 64 W. #66 Upper Las Colonias Road #52 Lower Las Colonias #56 Lower Las Colonias #80 Lower Las Colonias Valerio Road North #188 Lower Las Colonias Camino Coyote Straight Arrow Road & Rabbit Valley Road # 28 Straight Arrow Road #77 Straight Arrow Road #105 Straight Arrow Road #126 Straight Arrow Road #127 Straight Arrow Road #129 Straight Arrow Road #162 Straight Arrow Road #152 Straight Arrow Road #128 Straight Arrow Road #102 Straight Arrow Road #60 Straight Arrow Road #48 Straight Arrow Road #303 Lower Las Colonias #310 Lower Las Colonias Enos Garcia Elementary

BUS #4

Owner: D&R Transportation (575)758-9754 Taos High School / Taos Middle School / Taos Charter School

Cuchilla Road/Joe Montoya Residence Cuchilla Road/Vista De Taos Trailer Park Cuchilla Road/ Calle Miguel Cuchilla Road/ Calle De Corazon #84 Cuchilla Road/Sierra Drive Cuchilla Road/Amorak Kennels JCT of Cuchilla Road & Tom Holder Road Cuchilla Road/ Bob Romero Residence Cuchilla Road/Ricky Chaves Residence # 183 Cuchilla Road/Tucas Road.

Cuchilla Road/Torres Turn Around Cuchilla Road/ Los Vecinos Road (James Romero Res) Cuchilla Road/ Robert Cohn’s Trailer Park Cuchilla Road/ Los Caballos Road Cuchilla Road/Los Vecinos Road (Connie Trujillo Res.) Cuchilla Road #309 (Abeyta Res.) JCT of Cuchilla Road and Los Cordovas Road Los Cordova’s Road #148 (Leroy Martinez Res.) Los Cordova’s Road (Levi Mondragon Res.) Los Cordovas Road/Tucas Road (#83 Trujillo Res.) Los Cordovas Road/Billy Espinoza Residence Los Cordovas Plaza/Sarita Road Los Cordovas Los Cordovas/Vigil Residence JCT Los Cordovas & HWY 240

A.M. P.M 6:20 3:10 6:26 3:15 6:27 3:16 6:30 3:19 6:32 3:25 6:33 3:27 6:34 3:27 6:39 3:36 6:41 3:37 6:42 3:38 6:43 3:38 6:44 3:39 6:46 3:41 6:47 3:42 6:49 3:44 6:50 3:21 6:57 3:08 6:59 3:07 7:03 Drop Off/2:50 Pick Up 7:08 Drop Off/2:45 Pick Up

A.M. P.M 7:27 4:15 7:28 4:10 7:29 4:20 7:29 4:20 7:30 4:22 7:32 4:24 7:35 4:25 7:36 4:26 7:38 4:27 7:39 4:30 7:41 4:31 7:42 4:32 7:43 4:33 7:43 4:33 7:44 4:34 7:48 4:34 7:50 4:35 7:54 4:36 7:55 4:37 7:56 4:38 7:56 4:39 7:57 4:45 7:58 4:46 8:05 Drop off/3:53 Pick up

A.M. 6:25 6:25 6:27 6:27 6:28 6:29 6:29 6:31 6:32 6:32 6:34 6:34 6:35 6:35 6:36 6:37 6:38 6:38 6:40 6:41 6:43 6:43 6:44 6:45 6:45

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P.M 3:16 3:16 3:17 3:17 3:18 3:19 3:19 3:21 3:22 3:22 3:24 3:24 3:25 3:25 3:26 3:27 3:28 3:28 3:30 3:31 3:33 3:33 3:34 3:35 3:35

HWY 240/ #165 HWY 240/ Gutierrez & Flores Residence JCT of HWY 240 & Tom Holder Road HWY 240/ Madrid Lane HWY 240/ #90 (Frank Suazo Res.) HWY 240/ Josie Martinez Lane HWY 240/ Calle Martinez & Abeyta Lane JCT of Valerio Road & Old Santa Fe Road Valerio Road/Espinoza Road #14 Valerio Road/Gonzales Road #47 JCT of Valerio Road & Camino Abajo Loma East Camino Abajo Loma East/ Camino De Jesus #130 Camino Abajo Loma East/ Vista Del Valle JCT of HWY 518 & Archuleta Road Maestas Road #112 ( Gabriel Casias Res.) Maestas Road (Alberto Romo Res.) Maestas Road/ Nickel Road Maestas Road Maestas Road (Chris Tafoya Res.) JCT of Maestas Road & Este Es Road Maestas Road/ Abby Lane Maestas Road/ Weimer Road Weimer Road (Holy Cross Hospital E.R.) Weimer Road (Cerro Azul Apartments) Weimer Road/ La Luz Drive #301 East Paseo Del Canon (Taos Youth and Family Center) Vista Grande High School Taos Middle School Taos High School Cervantes Road (County Housing) Family Practice Taos Charter School

BUS #4

Owner: D&R Transportation (575)758-9754 Ranchos Elementary School / Taos Charter School

1335 Gusdorf Road (Teen Court) Estes Road (Taos Valley RV Park) Estes Road/ Maria Elena Road #72 Estes Road/ Estes Place (David Chacon Res.) Estes Road/ Calle Crystal Estes Road/ Amador Lane #311 JCT of Espinoza Road & Tros Road Espinoza Road (Ernie Lopez Res.) Maestas Road/ Abby Lane JCT of Maestas Road & Weimer Road Weimer Road (Taos Medical Group) Weimer Road (Holy Cross Hospital E.R.) Weimer Road & Cerro Azul Apartments Weimer Road & La Luz Drive Paseo Del Canon (Taos Youth and Family Center) Paseo Del Canon East (Apartments across TMS) JCT of Estes Road & Maestas Road Maestas Road/ Nickle Road Maestas Road # 150A (Romo Res.) Maestas Road #114 (Casias Res.) JCT of Maestas Road & Morada Road #107 ( Lucero Res.) Maestas Road #90 (Luna Res.) JCT of Camino Caballo & Morada Road Caballo Road # 34 Espinoza Road # 320 Espinoza Road #307 (Sam Lucero Trailer Park) Espinoza Road/ Calle Vista Espinoza Road (Montoya Trailer Park) Espinoza Road/ La Canada Lane Espinoa Road (Frank’s Trailer Park) Ranchos Elementary School Taos Charter School

BUS #5

Driver: Roberta Romero (575)770-6097 Taos High School / Taos Middle School / Taos Charter

HWY 68 (Comcast) HWY 68 (Del Norte Liquors) HWY 68/ Chanclas Road HWY 68/ Gutierrez Road HWY 68 (Car Wash) Llano Quemado Sur/ Old Santa Fe Road Llano Quemado Sur/Buena Vista Road

6:47 3:37 6:48 3:38 6:48 3:38 6:49 3:39 6:49 3:39 6:50 3:40 6:52 3:42 6:53 3:14 6:53 3:14 6:54 3:14 6:55 3:14 6:57 3:12 6:57 3:12 6:58 3:12 7:03 3:10 7:03 3:10 7:04 3:09 7:05 3:09 7:06 3:08 7:06 3:08 7:07 3:08 7:07 3:07 7:08 3:07 7:10 3:07 7:10 3:06 7:12 3:06 7:15 Drop Off/No PM 7:15 Drop Off/2:50 Pick Up 7:18 Drop Off/2:55 Pick Up 7:19 No PM 7:20 2:58 7:25 Drop Off/No PM

A.M. 7:25 7:25 7:26 7:27 7:28 7:29 7:30 7:30 7:31 7:31 7:32 7:32 7:33 7:33 7:35 7:38 7:44 7:44 7:44 7:46

P.M 4:20 4:20 4:19 4:18 4:18 4:15 4:15 4:14 4:09 4:09 4:10 4:10 4:10 4:12 4:15 4:17 4:19 3:58 3:58 3:57

7:46 3:57 7:48 3:55 7:52 3:56 7:52 3:54 7:55 3:52 7:55 3:52 7:56 3:52 7:57 3:50 7:58 3:52 7:59 3:52 8:06 Drop Off/3:47 Pick Up 8:15 Drop Off/No PM

A.M. 6:30 6:30 6:30 6:32 6:36 6:38

P.M No PM No PM No PM No PM 3:34 3:32

NM DOT is beginning construction from NM518 through La Posta Road as part of a Governor's Initiative project. They will be removing sidewalk pads and replacing them along with milling and repaving the main road. During construction they will have one lane open. Construction is scheduled to begin August 14th and is expected to be done up to Este Es Road by the middle of November. Construction will cease for the winter months and resume April 2018 with an expected completion date of October of 2018.

(Picuris Trailer Park) Llano Quemado Sur (Tina Fernandez Trailer Park) Llano Quemado Sur/Miranda Road #71 JCT of Leyba Road & Vista Del Valle Torres Road Turn Around (Clorina Mondragon Res.) JCT of Vista del Valle & Torres Road Llano Quemado (Frances Trujillo Res.) Vista del Valle (George Romero Res.) HWY 382/ Hot Springs Road (Marvin Romero Res.) Hot Springs Road (Pancho Valerio Res.) Hot Springs Road/Quino Road Hot Springs Road/Mule Deer Road Hot Springs Road/ Isabel Road Hot Springs Road (Llano Quemado Church) JCT of Hot Springs Road & Old Santa Fe Road HWY 68 (Vargas Tile) Camino Abajo Loma West/Quinto Road Camino Abajo Loma West (Louie Tafoya Res.) Camino Abajo Loma West (Manuel Aguilar Res.) Camino Abajo Loma West (Orlando Cortez Res.) Camino Abajo Loma (Vickie Jaramillo Res.) Camino Del Medio/ Dolores Road JCT of Camino Del Medio/ Chamisa Road Camino Del Medio/ (Bonifacio Martinez Res.) Camino Del Medio/ Calle Palemon Road Camino Merced/Flores Road Camino Merced (Vigil’s Trailer Park) Taos High School Taos Middle School Taos Charter School Vista Grande High School

BUS #5

Driver: Roberta Romero (575)770-6097 Ranchos Elementary School / Taos Charter School

HWY 240 (MG Mechanical) HWY 240 (Collins Gallery) HWY 240 (Derrick Apodaca Res.) HWY 240/ Culebra Lane JCT of HWY 240 & Blue Berry Hill (Turn Around) HWY 240 (Madrid Res.) HWY 240 #90 (Frank Suazo Res.) HWY 240 #73 HWY 240/ Josie Martinez Lane HWY 240 (Mark Flores Res.) HWY 240/ Calle Martinez HWY 68/ St. Francis Plaza (Old Post Office) West Romero/Coyote Circle/Sophia Lane West Romero/Coyote Circle/ Dragon Lane & Calle Trujillo West Romero/Coyote Circle/Cactus Flower Road West Romero/Coyote Circle (Wilfred Lucero Res.) West Romero/Coyote Circle/Grant Lane West Romero Road/ Coyote Circle/Amber Lane West Romero Road/ Coyote Circle (Adelmo Medina Rd,) West Romero Road/Coyote Circle/Anaisley Road West Romero Road/ Abeyta Lane West Romero Road (Dennis Ortega’s Trailer Park) West Romero Road (Buddy Graves Trailer Park) West Romero Road (Aurora Martinez Res.) West Romero Road (Jimmy Torres Res.) Ranchos Elementary School Taos Charter School

BUS #6

Driver: Taos High School / Taos Middle School / Taos Charter

SR 570 Coyotes Arroyos Road SR 570 (National Guard Armory) Lower Los Cordovas Road (James Aguirre Res.) West Romero Road/ Trujillo Road (Log Cabins) West Romero Road/Cactus Flower Road West Romero Road/Coyote Circle West Romero Road/Grants Lane West Romero Road/San Isidro/Amber Lane West Romero Road #101 (Adelmo Medina Lane) West Romero Road (Lalo Romero Res.) West Romero (David Romero Res.) West Romero Road (Buddy Graves Res.) West Romero (Gabriel Romero Res.) HWY 68 (Art Romero Res.)

6:39 3:31 6:39 3:30 6:41 3:29 6:42 3:28 6:43 3:27 6:43 3:27 6:44 3:26 6:45 3:25 6:46 3:24 6:47 3:23 6:48 3:22 6:48 3:21 6:42 3:21 6:42 3:21 6:43 3:20 6:46 3:17 6:49 3:14 6:50 3:13 6:50 3:12 6:51 3:12 6:51 3:11 6:52 3:11 6:53 3:10 6:54 3:09 6:53 3:08 6:54 3:05 6:55 3:05 7:02 Drop Off/2:55 Pick Up 7:09 Drop Off/2:58 Pick Up 7:13 Drop Off/No PM 7:17 Drop Off/No PM

A.M. P.M 7:23 4:08 7:25 4:10 7:26 4:12 7:26 4:12 7:27 4:15 7:30 4:05 7:30 4:04 7:31 4:03 7:31 4:03 7:33 3:59 7:35 3:57 7:37 3:44 7:40 3:53 7:40 3:53 7:41 3:52 7:41 3:52 7:42 3:51 7:42 3:51 7:43 3:50 7:43 3:50 7:44 3:49 7:44 3:49 7:45 3:49 7:46 3:48 7:49 3:47 8:00 Drop Off/3:40 Pick Up 8:15 Drop Off/No PM

A.M. 6:25 6:26 6:31 6:38 6:39 6:41 6:41 6:43 6:44 6:46 6:47 6:48 6:49 6:52

P.M 3:27 3:28 3:34 3:40 3:41 3:42 3:42 3:44 3:45 3:47 3:48 3:49 3:50 3:52

HWY 68 (Juan I Valerio Plaza) HWY 68 (La Cosina Restaurant) HWY 68/ Branchal Road (Taos Southside Spa) Chamisa Road (Apartments) Chamisa Road (Juan I Gonzales Ag. Bldg.)

Chamisa Road (Khweis Res.) JCT of Chamisa Road & Camino Del Medio JCT of Camino Del Medio & Herdner Road Herdner Road/ Hill Drive Camino Del Medio (Fred Baca Park) Salazar Road/Murray Lane Salazar Road/ La Posta Taos High School Taos Middle School Vista Grande High School Taos Charter School

BUS #6

Driver: Enos Garcia Elementary School

Cuchilla Road (Robert Cohn Trailer Park) Cuchilla Road (Lana De Vaitos Trailer Park) Cuchilla Road (Jude Torres Res.) (Turn around) Cuchilla Road (Ted Torres Res. & Horse Hospital Road) Cuchilla Road/ Los Vecinos Road Cuchilla Road (Eddie Padilla Res.) JCT of Los Cordovas & Cuchilla Road Los Cordovas Road #108A (Bernie Chavez Res.) Los Cordovas Road #106 (Jose Trujillo Res.) Los Cordovas Road (Pacomio Trujillo Res. Across Taos Valley Auto) Los Cordovas Road/Las Tucas Road Los Cordovas Road (Robert Chavez Res.) Los Cordovas Road (Community Center) Los Cordovas Road (Orlando Espinoza Res.) Los Cordovas Road/Los Cordovas Plaza Los Cordovas Road (Valentin Vigil Res.) JCT of Los Cordovas Road and State Road 240/Calle De Vigil HWY 240/ Loretta Road #225 HWY 240/Los Cordovas Catholic Church JCT of HWY 240/Camino Del Medio Camino Del Medio/Dolores Road Camino Del Medio/Chamisa Road #908 Camino Del Medio (Bonifacio Martinez Res.) Camino Del Medio (Truth Ministries Church) Camino Del Medio (Don Rosalio Res.) Camino Del Medio/Aguirre Lane JCT of Camino Del Medio/Camino De Merced (Recycling Center) Camino De Merced #411 Camino De Merced (Becky Cardenas Res.) JCT of Camino Del Merced & Salazar Road Toalane Street/Acoma Street Toalane Street/Sipapu Street #602 Tewa/ Acoma Trailer Court behind Centinel Bank Enos Garcia Elementary School Taos Charter School

BUS #7

Driver: Annette Vigil (575)770-6681 Taos High School/ Taos Middle School

A.M. 7:35 7:35 7:36 7:37 7:38 7:39 7:39 7:43 7:43

P.M 3:57 3:58 3:59 3:57 3:57 3:56 3:54 3:52 3:52

7:44 7:45 7:46 7:48 7:48 7:49 7:52

3:52 3:51 3:50 3:49 3:48 3:48 3:47

7:53 7:54 7:56 8:00 8:04 8:06 8:07 8:07 8:08 8:10

3:46 3:46 3:46 3:45 3:44 3:43 3:43 3:43 3:43 3:42

8:11 3:42 8:11 3:41 8:13 3:41 8:14 3:40 8:18 3:36 8:18 3:35 8:19 3:35 8:20 Drop Off/3:30 Pick Up 8:25 Drop Off/No PM

A.M. P.M 6:40 No PM 6:45 No PM 6:48 No PM 6:55 Drop Off/No PM 6:58 Drop Off/No PM

Taos Pueblo/ Hail Creek Road Taos Pueblo Visitor Center Veterans Highway Taos High School Taos Middle School

BUS #7

Driver: Annette Vigil (575)770-6681 Ranchos Elementary / Taos Charter School

6:57 3:56 6:59 3:58 6:59 3:58 7:03 2:50 7:04 2:49 7:06 2:48 7:07 2:47 7:09 3:20 7:10 3:21 7:12 3:23 7:15 3:26 7:15 3:26 7:18 Drop Off/2:50 Pick Up 7:21 Drop Off/2:55 Pick Up 7:22 Drop Off/No PM 7:24 Drop Off/No PM

21 Irish Road/HWY 570 HWY 68 South (Taos Egg Farm) HWY 68 South (S & R Septic) East Llano Quemado Sur/Romero Road East Llano Quemado Sur/ Miranda Lane Llano Quemado Sur 65 B (Chavez Res.) Llano Quemado Sur #78 (Valerio Res.) Llano Quemado Sur/Vista Del Valle George Torres Road (Turn Around) Llano Quemado/Eleverio Road

A.M. 7:05 7:08 7:12 7:15 7:17 7:18 7:18 7:20 7:23 7:24

P.M 4:45 4:50 4:55 4:39 4:37 4:34 4:32 4:25 4:28 4:21

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BUS SCHEDULE Llano Quemado/Quirina Road Llano Quemado/Mule Deer Road #12 Valerio Road #50 Valerio Road #78 Valerio Road HWY 518 #7150 Ortiz Road HWY 518 (Bernadines Trailer Court) HWY 68 Dollar General/Dona Ana Driver Bendix Road / King Drive Sagebrush Road/ #402 Camino deLos Inocencios Camino Del Medio/Dolores Road Camino Abajo De La Lloma W. #75,#83,#06,&#09 Camino Abajo De La Lloma W./ Artista Road Camino Abajo De La Loma #75, #83/Suazo Road HWY 68 (Taos Chicharron) HWY 68 (Del Norte Liquor) HWY 68 (Chanclas Road) Ranchos Elementary School Taos Charter School (Taos Charter Shuttle) Taos Youth and Family Center Drop Off (Taos Charter Shuttle) Parking Lot on Manzanares near Enos Drop Off

BUS #14

Owner: Faustin Gonzales Jr. (575)770-8264 Arroyos Del Norte Elementary / Taos Charter School

Rio Lucero Road (Faust Lane) Taos Library (ADNE/Shuttle) K-TAO (ADNE/Shuttle) #43 HWY 150 HWY 150 (Abe’s Cantina) #15 E.J. Pacheco Road (El Salto) #584 Hondo/Seco Road #559 Hondo/Seco Road #494 Hondo/Seco Road Canada Road #304 Lower Rim Road Gallina Road #627 HWY 150 # 54 Upper Rim Road Arroyos Del Norte Elementary Taos Charter School Taos Youth and Family Center (Taos Charter Shuttle) K-TAO (Taos Charter Shuttle) Hondo/Seco Crossroads

BUS #16

Driver: Philip Silinde (575)737-0266 Taos High School/Taos Middle School / Vista Grande

Exit Realty HWY 518/Sanders Lane (Ranchos Elementary) HWY 518/Ortiz Lane HWY 518/Rio Chiquito (Turn Around) HWY 518 #7060 HWY 518/Torrez Road #24 Archuleta Road #54 Archuleta Road #96 Maestas Road #90 Morada Road Morada/Adame Lane Morada/Balsamo Lane #23 Morada Road #5 Morada Road Espinoza Road Espinoza Trailer Park Espinoza Road/Tafoya Road Estes Road Estes Road/Amador Lane Morgan Road Taos Middle School Taos High School Vista Grande High School (p.m. shuttle) Taos Charter School Gusdorf/ Roy Road #1335 Gusdorf Road

7:25 4:19 7:26 4:17 7:30 4:13 7:30 4:13 7:30 4:13 7:32 4:06 7:34 3:38 7:36 5:00 7:38 3:55 7:40 3:50 7:42 3:47 7:45 3:40 7:46 3:42 7:47 3:44 No AM 3:57 No AM 3:58 No AM 3:59 7:50 Drop Off/3:35 Pick Up 8:00 Drop Off/2:50 Pick Up No AM/2:55 Pick Up No AM/3:05 Pick Up

A.M. P.M 7:05 4:35 7:10 4:30 7:20 4:20 7:22 4:03 7:30 4:05 7:33 4:10 7:37 4:02 7:38 4:00 7:40 3:58 7:45 3:40 7:50 3:45 7:57 3:55 8:05 3:48 8:07 3:50 8:07 Drop Off/3:30 Pick Up No AM 2:50 Pick UP No AM 2:55 No AM 3:10 No AM 3:15

A.M. P.M 6:35 No PM 6:37 3:16 6:38 3:17 6:38 3:22 6:43 3:23 6:44 3:24 6:45 3:25 6:46 3:26 6:47 3:28 6:49 3:28 6:51 3:29 6:52 3:31 6:53 3:30 6:54 3:30 6:58 3:14 6:59 3:14 7:01 3:11 7:02 3:08 7:03 3:09 7:04 3:08 7:07 Drop Off/3:03 Pick Up 7:11 Drop Off/2:57 Pick Up 7:15 Drop Off/3:35 Pick Up 7:17 Drop Off/No PM No AM 3:04 No AM 3:06

BUS #16

Driver: Philip Silinde (575)737-0266 Ranchos Elementary School Taos Charter School

Cuchilla Road/Calle Miguel Cuchilla Road/Dierra Drive (Trujillo Res.) Cuchilla Road/ Amorak Road Cuchilla Road/Tusas Road

A.M. 7:37 7:25 7:30 7:35

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P.M 4:06 4:07 4:05 4:10

Cuchilla Road/Maes Turn Around HWY 518/Rio Chiquito Road HWY 518 #7065 Archuleta Road #16 La Morada Road #84A La Morada Road/El Tros Road Ranchos Elementary School

BUS #17

Owner: Manuel Romero (575)758-3831 Taos High School / Taos Middle School / Anansi Charter

West Rim Road (Montoya’s) West Rim Road (Garcia’s) #168 West Rim Road #156 West Rim Road West Rim Road (Ishams) #321 West Rim Road/Valdez Valdez/Gallina Canyon Valdez/Calle Cordova Valdez (Broadbent) Valdez (Juan Antonio Valdez) State Road 150/Valencia Lane Rim Road East #50 Rim Road East #100 Rim Road East Hondo/Seco Road East # 489 Hondo/Seco Road East Hondo/Seco Road East (Los Marcus) #468 Hondo/Seco Road East (Martinez) #494 Hondo/Seco Road East (Cordova) #549 Hondo/Seco Road East (Summer) Arroyo Seco Plaza (Abe’s Grocery) #32 El Salto Road El Salto Road (Geronimo Lane) El Salto Road (Calle Caballeros) El Salto Road (Luis Torres Road Turn Around) State Road 150/Crossroads #444 Hondo/Seco Road #468 Hondo/Seco Road # 489 Hondo/Seco Road Cemetary at Cross Roads Snow Mansion #450 Lymon State Road 150 #424 Lymon State Road 150 Lymon/ Las Animas Road Lymon/Pinon Road Qual Ridge Inn Randall Lumber K-TAO El Prado (Red Arrow Emporium) El Prado/ Garcia Road Kachina Lodge Kit Carson Park Taos High School Taos Charter School Anansi Charter School Randall Lumber K-TAO (Anansi)

BUS #18

Driver: Jerry Lucero (505)795-1015 Taos High School / Taos Middle School

Upper Ranchitos/522 Conrad Lane Upper Ranchitos/Cortez Lane Upper Ranchitos/ #518 Calle De Isaac Lower Ranchitos/Lavadie Road HWY240 Lower Ranchitos/#512 Francisco Vigil Lane HWY 240 Lower Ranchitos/#611 Duran Lane Lower Ranchitos/Callejon HWY240 734 Rafael Road Ranchitos/HWY240 (Serna/Marmol Res) Blueberry Hill (HWY 240 Turn Around) Lower Ranchitos #733 (Pablo Trujillo Res.) Lower Ranchitos #622 (Francisco Cortez Res.) Ranchitos/Taos County Housing Lower Ranchitos/ #525 Santistevan Lane La Loma Church Taos High School Taos Middle School #305 Don Fernando Street (ENOS/School Admin)

7:38 4:00 7:54 3:48 7:54 3:47 7:56 3:43 8:01 3:39 8:02 3:38 8:07 Drop Off/3:35 Pick Up

A.M. P.M 6:38 3.36 6:41 3:33 6:43 3:32 6:44 3:31 6:45 3:30 6:48 3:42 6:49 3:43 6:50 3:44 6:51 3:45 6:53 3:47 6:57 3:50 6:58 3:51 6:59 3:52 7:01 3:54 7:02 No PM 7:04 No PM 7:05 No PM 7:06 No PM 7:07 No PM 7:10 No PM 7:11 No PM 7:13 3:58 7:15 3:59 7:16 4:00 7:18 4:05 No AM 3:28 No AM 3:27 No AM 3:26 No AM 3:25 No AM 3:23 No AM 3:22 7:21 3:20 7:23 3:21 7:24 3:19 7:26 3:18 7:28 3:15 7:30 3:12 7:32 3:05 7:33 3:04 7:35 3:02 7:37 3:00 7:40 Drop Off/2:55 Pick Up 7:48 Drop Off/No PM No AM 4:15 Pick Up No AM 4:22

A.M. 6:50 6:51 6:55 7:00

P.M 3:16 3:17 3:18 3:19

7:02 3:20 7:03 3:25 7:04 3:27 7:06 3:29 7:06 3:29 7:08 3:30 7:10 3:40 7:14 3:45 7:15 3:05 7:16 3:06 7:17 3:06 7:18 Drop Off/2:55 Pick Up 7:23 Drop Off/2:40 Pick Up No AM 3:05

BUS #18

Driver: Jerry Lucero (505)795-1015 Enos Garcia Elmentary A.M.

P.M Camino Merced/Reed Street (Vigil’s Trailer Park) Cervantes Road (Housing)

7:40 7:40

4:15 4:09

La Posta/Zuni JCT of La Posta/Zuni La Posta/ La Posta Place Betty’s Magic Mirror Ranchitos/Trujillo’s Gravel Ranchitos/Don Roberto Ranchitos/Duran Lane Ranchitos/Adrian Road (Martinez Hacienda) Ranchitos/Callejon Road Ranchitos (Josh Vigil res.)

JCT of Ranchitos & Blue Berry Hill (Turn Around) JCT of Camino Del Medio & Herdner Herdner (Trujillo Res.) Herdner (Vigil Res.) Salazar Road/ Sipapu Salazar Road/Murray Salazar Road/ Siler Enos Garcia Elementary

BUS #20

Owner: Faustin Gonzales Jr. (575)770-8264 Taos High School / Taos Middle School

Blueberry Hill Road Upper Las Colonias Road Upper Straight Arrow Road (Toda Vista North) Quill Road #7677 Straight Arrow Road #10 Straight Arrow Road #106 Straight Arrow Road #116B Straight Arrow Road 432-16A Straight Arrow Road #154 Straight Arrow Road #156 Straight Arrow Road #160 Straight Arrow Road #162 Straight Arrow Road (Turn Around) Rio Lucero Road Camino La Jara Faust Lane Camino De La Placita (Fire House) Ranchero Boot Taos High School Taos Middle School

BUS #20

Owner: Faustin Gonzales Jr. (575)770-8264 Enos Garcia Elementary

Vigil’s Trailer Park Taos Pueblo Rotten Tree Road Taos Pueblo Parking Lot Atiliano Road Old Grocery Road (Turn Around) Silva’s Tire Fuast Lane 220 Rio Lucero Road Upper Ranchitos Housing La Lomita Trailer Park Enos Garcia Elementary

BUS #24 Owner: Fausts Transportation (575)758-3410

Taos High School / Taos Middle School

Valle Escondido Camino Alto US 64 & Calle Vision US 64 & 25950 US 64 & Sierra Village Lodge US 64 & 25920 635 Witt Road Fernandez & Cruz Alta 1138 Witt Road Witt Road/Romolo Witt Road/Octaviano Witt Road/Chapel Lane Kit Carson Road/Evergreen Lane Kit Carson Road/Mariposa Street Kit Carson Road/Montoya Street 315 Montoya Street Los Pandos/Burch Taos High School Gusdorf/ Cruz Alta Gusdorf/ Camino Santiago Taos Middle School Taos Charter School (Shuttle) (Taos Pueblo) Veteran’s HWY/Goat Spring’s Road (Taos Pueblo) Veteran’s HWY/Star Road

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(Taos Pueblo) Veteran’s HWY/Taos Mountain Casino (Taos Pueblo) Veteran’s HWY/Tiwa Kitchen aos Pueblo Governor’s Office Siler Road/Linda Vista

BUS #24

Owner: Fausts Transportation (575)758-3410 Enos Garcia Elementary / Anansi Charter Schools

BUS #25

San Cristobal Community Center San Cristobal Post Office San Cristobal (Arellano Res.) San Cristobal Mobile Home Park State Road 522 (Gonzales Res.) State Road 522 (Trujillo Res.) State Road 522 (Gonzales Res.) State Road 522/Vigil Road (Midtown Lounge) Old Arroyo Hondo School Bridge Lower Arroyo Hondo/Bences Gonzales Bridge Lower Arroyo Hondo (Regina Vigil) Lower Arroyo Hondo Bridge Upper Arroyo Hondo (Mary Vigil) Upper Arroyo Hondo/Unser Upper Arroyo Hondo (D. Herrera) Upper Arroyo Hondo (Felix Padilla) Arroyo Hondo (Our Lady of Sorrows) State Road 522 Upper Mesa Sea Mesa Sea B007 Valencia Trailer Park Taos High School Taos Middle School

BUS #25

Owner: Felipe Cordova (575)776-8463 Arroyos Del Norte Elementary

Forest Road 493 San Cristobal San Cristobal Post Office San Cristobal Head Start San Cristobal Church San Cristobal Valley Store Lower San Cristobal San Cristobal Trailer Park HWY 522 #809 HWY 522 #785 Tres Lomas Road Lower Arroyo Hondo Midtown Lounge Lower Arroyo Hondo Road #52 Lower Arroyo Hondo #64 Lower Arroyo Hondo #77 Lower Arroyo Hondo (Turn Around) Old State Road #3 Hondo-Mesa SEA07 Hondo-Seco Road #18 Hondo-Seco Road #32 Hondo-Seco Road #74 Arroyo Hondo (Our Lady of Sorrows) Arroyos Del Norte Elementary School

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Gusdorf/Adobe Road Gusdorf/Holly Circle Gusdorf Housing Gusdorf/Cruz Alta 911 La Serna 922 La Serna La Serna/Del Monte Adobe/Santiago 228 Santiago Witt Road/Fernandez 1134 Witt Witt/Romolo Witt/Octaviano Witt/Chapel Lane 723 Kit Carson Road Mariposa/Kit Carson Dolan Street Los Pandos/Montoya Siler/Linda Vista Enos Garcia Elementary Anansi Charter School Taos Youth and Family Center

Owner: Felipe Cordova (575)776-8463 Taos High School/Taos Middle School

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TAOSDAYSCHOOL

ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY YEARS OF LEARNING T

aos Day School is located on the tribal lands of Taos Pueblo, just three miles from the town of Taos.

Taos Day School educates tribal students five days a week, from kindergarten through 8th grade. Besides regular course activities, the school offers clubs, intramural sports and extracurricular activities.

accomplishments are that the Taos Day School has been and is still the academic educational mainstay of its young children.

The tribal land is on 95,000 acres and is also known as the Place of the Red Willow. Tribal members are numbered at approximately 5,700. Taos Pueblo is considered to be one of the oldest continuously inhabited communities in the United States and is known for being one of the most conservative of the 19 pueblo communities of New Mexico. Northern Tiwa is the pueblo’s traditional language.

There are about 150 Native American students. The staff has 43 full-time and contract employees, all with diverse cultural backgrounds. Administrators at the school maintain that the diversity of staff exposes the students to many different cultural experiences and learning opportunities.

In 1960, Taos Pueblo became a National Historic Landmark. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. The plaque for the historic designation says, “Due to the unique and universal value to the heritage of all mankind,” Taos Pueblo was admitted by the United Nations to the World Heritage List in 1992.

Part of Taos Pueblo’s recognitions and

Established in the late 1800s as a Mission School by the Sisters of Loretto, Taos Day School still occupies its original location.

Educational and personal enrichment opportunities at the school include a limited number of extra-curricular activities. Ninety-three percent of the student body qualifies for the free lunch program. The pupil-teacher ratio was 12:1 for the 2013-14 school year.

There are several staff members of the Taos Pueblo community who are teachers and those who are working on completing their degrees. They provide a positive environment, which demonstrates a commitment to further their education as well as

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active and vital participants in community culture and traditions.

One of the goals for Taos Day School is its students to recognize their potential in the academic arena and embrace their cultural background. Students are encouraged to be successful both in school and in the tribal community. Another goal for Taos Day School community members is that they embrace the culture and community service.

A past Taos Day School student holds the jaguar mask creation made in an art class.

FILE PHOTO/GREG KRELLER

All Taos Day School students are held to a high standard. Each student sets their own personal goals with the classroom teacher. The school calendar is made with cultural activities and traditions in mind.

Students are encouraged to have a voice in problemsolving, discussion, requesting assistance, conflict management and communication with home.

Taos Day School administration and faculty encourage all Taos Day School students to become responsible and self-directed learners. The school emphasizes the connections between learning and life skills for learning.

To learn more about Taos Day School, visit the web site taosdayschool.com.

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Now enrolling students and mentors for the 2017-2018 school year

School-Based Mentoring Program

Our school-based mentoring program allows for Bigs (adult mentors) to meet with their Littles at their school once per week. Together they can read, do homework, make art, eat lunch together, play on the playground or in the gym. It’s really all about starting a friendship, providing guidance, and inspiring children to reach their potential.

Teacher Approved!

Some of the biggest supporters of our School-Based program are teachers. They see students come back from their time with their Big filled with confidence, smiling big, ready to learn, and eager to succeed.

Community Based Mentoring Program

Bigs and Littles are also needed in our community based mentoring program. Just a few hours each month doing the things you already enjoy doing, can change your life and the life of a child for the better, forever!

Find out more about more about making a BIG difference in a child’s life by becoming a mentor or enrolling your child.

Matriculas abiertas para estudiantes y patriconadores para el año escolar 2017-2018

Programa de Mentoría en la Escuela

Nuestro programa de mentoría en las escuelas es donde nuestro mentores visitan con un niño/a una vez a la semana por una hora.

En su tiempo junto pueden leer, ayudar con tarea, hacer proyectos de arte, jugar juegos, o hacer actividades afuera como, jugar un juego de canasta o futbol. Este programa se trata de formar amistades, ofrecer inspiración que el niño/a alcancen a su máxima potencial.

¡Aprobado por los maestros!

Algunos de los partidarios de nuestro programa de mentoría en las escuelas son los maestros. Ellos ven a los estudiantes regresar después de pasar tiempo con sus “Bigs” llenos de confianza, con una gran sonrisa, listos para aprender y salir adelante.

Programa de Mentoría en la Comunidad

Necesitamos mentores y niños/niñas en nuestro programa en la comunidad. En este programa los mentores y el niño/a hacen actividades en la comunidad solamente 3-4 días al mes. ¡Este tiempo con el mentor/a puede cambiar la vida de su niño/a por lo bueno para siempre!

Si le quiere ayudarle a su niño(a) alcanzar su potencial, o quiere hacer una gran diferencia en la vida de un niño.

Taos/Colfax Counties contact: Oralia.Gonzalez@bbbsmountainregion.org 575-779-0003

www.bbbsmountainregion.org

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TRIBAL EDUCATION DEMOGRAPHICS: Total Student Enrollment K-12: 2852 Total Indian Student Enrollment: 273 Total Taos Pueblo Student Enrollment: 192 Total Native American Students Enrolled From Other Tribes= 81 ENROLLMENT OF NATIVE AMERICAN STUDENTS: Arroyos del Norte Elementary School (4) Enos Garcia Elementary School (57) Ranchos de Taos Elementary School (19) Taos Middle School (61) Chrysalis Alternative (4) Cyber Magnet (6) Taos High School (67) Anansi (12) Taos Charter School (10) Vista Grande High School (33)

SCHOOL DISTRICT INITIATIVES TO DECREASE THE # OF DROPOUTS AND INCREASE ATTENDANCE: TMS has implemented an Early Warning System at secondary to proactively identify at – risk students for failure. Further, Indian Education Tutors and the College Liaison work with students to increase attendance, increase college readiness and decrease drop outs. Programs to support this work include college visits, and credit recovery summer school at Taos Pueblo Education and Training Division, and meetings to offer support to students and families.

FINANCIAL REPORTS: The Indian Education Office in TMS receives funding from four sources (Operational, Impact aid- Regular Education and Special Education, Title VI Formula Grant, and the NM SDI and Cultural Inclusion Grant). Indian Ed provides various levels of support to students in all TMS schools including locally authorized charters. Funding supports direct services to students through basic school supplies, side by side tutoring, college campus visits, and cultural activities.

TITLE VI - Indian, Native Hawaiian and Alaska Native Education-Support the efforts of school districts in serving Native American students, so that they can meet the same challenging state student academic achievement standards that all other students are expected to meet.

TITLE VIII – Impact Aid Regular & Special Education- Supports school districts burdened by the presence of nontaxable federal lands, installations and housing authorities to make up for lost revenues and additional costs associated with federal presence. School districts are also responsible for educating children of federal personnel who live and/or work on these properties.

NM PED SDI Grant Funds- Provided to 23 school districts and district-chartered schools who enroll a significant number of American Indian students for the purpose of providing effective culturally-relevant programs, opportunities and practices which contribute to the academic and cultural success of the Native students.

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT: State All Students Reading 28% Proficient State American Indian Reading 17% Proficient TMS All Students Reading 28% Proficient TMS American Indian Reading 17% Proficient

72% Not Proficient 83% Not Proficient 72% Not Proficient 83% Not Proficient

State All Students State American Indian TMS All Students TMS American Indian

Math 20% Proficient Math 11% Proficient Math 16% Proficient Math 4% Proficient

80% Not Proficient 89% Not Proficient 84% Not Proficient 96% Not Proficient

State All Students State American Indian TMS All Students TMS American Indian

Science 43% Proficient Science 22% Proficient Science 45% Proficient Science 38% Proficient

57% Not Proficient 78% Not Proficient 55% Not Proficient 22% Not Proficient

GRADUATION RATE: State All Students State American Indian TMS All Students TMS American Indian

68.6 62.9 59.8 57.7

ATTENDANCE: Indian Education Tutors review attendance of Native American students on a weekly basis. Tutors contact students and parents as needed when issues or concerns arise. Tutors follow up on school-generated attendance letters (3, 5, 7, and 10 day letters) and intervention meetings as needed.

SCHOOL SAFETY: TMS has a written policy for preventing and addressing harassment and bullying. The policy can be accessed on the TMS webpage (http://www.taosschools.org/index.php/ students-parents).

See attached Civil Rights Data Collection Report for 2015-2016 for additional information.

SCHOOL DISTRICT COSULTATIONS WITH DISTRICT IEC COMMITTEE SCHOOL SITE-PARENT ADVISORY COUNCILS, TRIBAL,M MUNICIPAL, AND INDIAN ORGANIZATION: TMS Indian Education designees (Superintendent and Director of Federal Programs) meet monthly with the Indian Education Committee, the Taos Pueblo Board of Education, and the Taos Pueblo Education and Training Division.

The purpose of these meetings is to share information, updates, initiatives, and to seek input to improve Indian Education programs. We meet periodically with the Taos Pueblo Governor’s Office to review TMS Indian Policies and Procedures, current and proposed programming, and to seek approval for grants.

CURRENT STATUS OF FEDERAL INDIAN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES: TMS Indian Policies and Procedures are reviewed, updated, and approved annually by the Taos Pueblo Governor’s Office, the Taos Pueblo Board of Education, the Indian Education Committee, the Superintendent of TMS, and the TMS Board of Education.

PARENT AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: TMS welcomes parent and community involvement.

Please come to our monthly IEC meeting on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Meeting dates and location posted at the Taos Municipal School Indian Education Webpage (http://www.taosschools.org/index.php/ administration/federal-programs/indian-education). The TMS Board of Education holds an annual meeting at Taos Pueblo in October.

PUBLIC SCHOOL USE AND VARIABLE SCHOOL CALENDARS: The district calendar is generated annually via a committee which includes representation from Taos Pueblo Tribal Government. The calendar denotes the largest cultural days for Taos Pueblo and all Taos Pueblo students are excused. Individual absences for other cultural activities are excused by the Taos Pueblo Governor’s Office upon the request of parents. For example, September 30th, Taos Pueblo’s San Geronimo Feast Day is included in the school calendar as Taos Pueblo Day, and all schools are closed so that everyone can attend.

EDUCATION PROGRAMS TARGETTING TRIBAL STUDENTS: TMS provides side by side academic tutoring, attendance support, college visits, plus traditional and cultural activities (K-12).

• Moccasin Making • 9th Grade Indigenous Perspectives History Class • Crow Canyon Archeological Center • American Indian Day at NM State Legislature • College Visits- Ft. Lewis College, San Juan College, and IAIA • Indian Pueblo Culture Center • Albuquerque Zoo, Aquarium, and Botanic Gardens

INDIGENOUS RESEARCH AND EVALUATION MEASURES AND RESULTS FOR EFFECTIEC CURRICULA FOR TRIBAL STUDENTS: TMS collaborates with Taos Pueblo annually to provide professional development to TMS teachers regarding the history and values of Taos Pueblo. In SY 2014-15, 9th grade Native American students participated in an Indian Perspectives NM History class at Taos High School to support their transition from the Taos Pueblo Day School to Taos High School.

CONTACT Indian Education Program Office: ~School Supplies Available for Taos Municipal Schools Native American Students (K-12)~ Does your student need tutoring?

Do you have a question, suggestion, or a need?

Please call us at 575-737-6033.

Resources: CRDC Report 2015-2016, Indian Policies and Procedures, District Report Card 2015-2016, TMS 15-16 School Calendar, Grant Applications & Budgets. See School Report Cards for additional performance information.

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Home of the Coyotes

ADNE is a beautiful small school located between the two rural communities of Arroyo Seco and Arroyo Hondo, with bus service to and from Taos Public Library and KTAO. Our enrollment is @130 students K-5 with a Headstart pre-school campus co-located on our building site. We pride ourselves on the rich community atmosphere we have developed - where parents and families are always welcome to visit and participate in their student’s program. Our parent group has helped teachers to host family art and academic activities, and we are working together to continually enhance and beautify our grounds. Come visit our school and join our ADNE community.

Arroyos Students have the opportunity to participate in the Ski Club, Mariachi, Basketball, Gymnastics, afterschool, and Visiting Artist Programs. We celebrate multicultural celebrations such as “Diez y Seis de Septiembre Fiesta” & “Dia de los Ninos” as part of our Bilingual program We invite you to join us for an Open House on August 10th, 2017 starting at 8:30 a.m. This is a great opportunity to meet our staff and learn more about our programs and all that we offer our students:

• Dual Language 50/50 Model – 50% of daily Spanish Instruction (grades 3-5) • Spanish Heritage Program – 1 hour of daily Spanish Instruction • Title I Services – Sounds in Syllables phonemic instruction • Exceptional Program Services/Enhancement • Free Breakfast/Lunch/Healthy Snacks • Experiential Learning/ Nature Trail/Gardening • Instruction through iPads & Laptops • Art, Music, PE & Library

Principal: Jim Ivanovich Secretary: Christina Duran Feel free to contact us at (575)737-6175 with any questions, or to make an appointment at your convenience. Our Beautiful Campus is located in the Des Montes area at 405 Hondo Seco Rd.

Come Join Us!

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ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY HOME OF THE TIGER CUBS!

ESCUELA ELEMENTAL DE ENOS GARCIA

NURTURING THE JOY FOR LEARNING!

¡NUTRIENDO EL GOZO POR EL APRENDIZAJE!

Welcome to the 2017-2018 academic school year! Please come and visit our school which is located in the HEART of TAOS! We are surrounded by diverse Educational Resources including: The Harwood Museum, Taos Plaza, the University of New Mexico Taos Campus, Art Galleries, Taos Public Library, Taos Fire Department, Kit Carson Park, Twirl, Parr Field, Taos Police Department, Taos Retirement Community, and much more.

Bienvenido al año escolar de 2017-2018! Por favor, venga y visitenos en nuestra escuela que esta localizada en el corazón de TAOS! Estamos rodeados de diversos recursos educativos como: el Museo de Harwood, La Plaza de Taos, Campus de Taos de la Universidad de Nuevo México, Galerías de Arte, Biblioteca Pública de Taos, el Departamento de Bomberos, el Departamento Bomberos, Parque de Kit Carson, Twirl, el Jardín de Parr Field, Departamento de Policia de Taos, Comunidad de Jubilación de Taos y mucho más.

Our highly qualified teachers and staff offer rigorous academic programs linked to Literacy, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics), physical education, social studies and social emotional well-being components for students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.

Our doors are open to community partners providing educational and enrichment experiences to our students and families. During school hours students are exposed to rich cultural art through our Visiting Artists, National Dance Institute, Rotary and Lions Clubs and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Our Family Nurturing Center staffed by Los Cumbres is available to support families and students’ social and emotional well-being. At the end of the day you can see students and staff involved in various activities including the After School Enrichment program, Mariachi Jaguar Encantado, Three Rivers Tutoring, MATCH NM (Mentoring and Tutoring Create Hope with third grade students), Basketball practice and tournaments, High Altitude Athletics, and Taos Children’s Theater.

JOIN US FOR THE BACK TO SCHOOL BASH!/ EVENTO DE REGRESO A LA ESCUELA WHEN/CUÁNDO: AUGUST 24, 2017 WHERE/DÓNDE: GYMNASIUM/GIMNASIO TIME/TIEMPO: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM DOOR PRIZES ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND POLO SHIRT DRIVE KICK OFF! PREMIOS, HELADOS Y CAMPAÑA DE CAMISETAS

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Nuestros maestros y personal altamente calificados ofrecen rigurosos programas académicos vinculados a los campos de la alfabetización, la tecnología, la ingeniería, las artes y las matemáticas, la educación física, los estudios sociales y el bienestar social y emocional para los estudiantes de preescolar hasta quinto grado.

Nuestras puertas están abiertas a los socios de la comunidad ofreciendo experiencias educativas y de enriquecimiento a nuestros estudiantes y familias. Durante las horas escolares, los estudiantes están expuestos a un rico arte cultural a través de nuestros artistas visitantes, el Instituto Nacional de Danza, el Club de Rotarios y Club de Leones, Hermanos y Hermanas Mayores, Nuevo Comienzo, Centro de Cuidado de la Familia, con personal de Los Cumbres, está disponible para apoyar el bienestar social y emocional de las familias y estudiantes. Al final del día usted puede ver a los estudiantes y personal involucrado en varias actividades, incluyendo el programa de Enriquecimiento Después de la Escuela, Mariachi Jaguar Encantado, Tutoria de Tres Rios, MATCH NM (Mentoría y Tutoría Crea Esperanza a los estudiantes de tercer grado) Gimnasia de Alta Altitud Athletics y el Teatro de Niños de Taos.

AUGUST 2017

SEPTEMBER 2017

Date PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCE

11TH

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

18TH

EARLY DISMISSAL/STAFF COLLABORATION \ PRE-K OPEN HOUSE

21TH

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR PRE-K STUDENTS

23TH

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH \ PTVC/ STAFF/ PARENTS/STUDENTS

4TH

NO SCHOOL/LABOR DAY

15TH

DUAL LANGUAGE CELEBRATION / NOON DISMISSAL- HOMECOMING

2ND- 6TH

OCTOBER 2017

NOVEMBER 2017

JANUARY 2018

FEBRUARY 2018

MARCH 2018

TITLE I PARENT MEETING

AUGUST 18, 25, SEPTEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, OCTOBER 6, 20, NOVEMBER 3, 10, 17,

TBA

NATIONAL DANCE INSTITUTE (NDI) 3RD GRADE END OF THE 1ST 9 WEEKS GRADING PERIOD

13TH

MINI FALL BREAK

TBA

“LA COSECHA” /HARVEST CELEBRATION

27TH

PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE/NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

MARCH 2,9, 23,

1ST

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY- NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

APRIL 6, 13, 20,

17TH

EARLY DISMISSAL/STAFF COLLABORATION / PRE-K PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE FALL BREAK- SCHOOL ADM. CLOSED

22ND

END OF 2ND 9 WEEKS / EARLY DISMISSAL/STAFF COLLABORATION

TBA

PRE-K- CHRISTMAS PERFORMANCE / K-5 WINTER CELEBRATION

25TH –29TH

NO SCHOOL/WINTER BREAK

1ST – 5TH

NO SCHOOL/WINTER BREAK

12TH

READERS TO LEADERS / READ-A-THON BEGINS / EARLY DISMISSAL/COLLABORATION

TBA

SKI CLUB BEGINS

TBA

READERS TO LEADERS RADIO-A-THON

15TH

NO SCHOOL MLK DAY

TBA

READERS TO LEADERS / READ-A-THON PEP RALLY/BASKETBALL GAME

9TH

EARLY DISMISSAL/STAFF COLLABORATION / PRE-K PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE

14TH

VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION

19TH

NO SCHOOL/PRESIDENTS DAY

2ND

EARLY DISMISSAL/STAFF COLLABORATION

TBA

READERS TO LEADERS READ-A-THON ENDS AND AWARDS CEREMONY

TBA

EXPLORA SCIENCE PARENT NIGHT

12TH -16TH

END OF 3RD 9 WEEKS

29TH

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES / NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

30TH

NO SCHOOL

TBA

PARCC

JANUARY 12, 19, 26, FEBRUARY 2, 9, 16, 23,

MAY 4, 11, 18, 25

TAOS EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY (ENOS GARCIA CAMPUS) WELCOMES YDI EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS GRAND OPENING/PARENT ORIENTATION AUGUST 16, 2017 CLASSES BEGIN ON AUGUST 17 FOR TODDLERS, 3 AND 4 YEARS OLD! IF YOU HEAR THE PITTER PATTER OF LITTLE FEET, IT IS OUR TODDLERS!

MINI BREAK

TBA

RIVERS AND BIRDS FIELD EXPERIENCE

TBA

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

28TH

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY/NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS K/1 FIELD DAY (1/2 DAY )

TBA

2/3 FIELD DAY (1/2 DAY)

TBA

PARENT/STAFF GARDEN DAY

16TH

PRE-K LAST DAY OF SCHOOL AND PROMOTION CELEBRATION

TBA

KINDERGARTEN GRADUATION

TBA

5TH GRADE GRADUATION

25TH

REPORT CARDS / LAST DAY OF SCHOOL- EARLY DISMISSAL

29TH – 30TH AND 31ST

DECEMBER 1, 8, 15,

NO SCHOOL/SPRING BREAK

21ST

TBA

MAY 2017

EARLY DISMISSAL DATES ARE:

11TH

26TH -27TH

APRIL 2018

LITERACY WEEK/ BOOK FAIR

TBA

20TH – 24TH

DECEMBER 2017

Activity

10TH

SNOW MAKE UP DAYS IF NEEDED

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RANCHOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WELCOME TO THE 2017/18 SCHOOL YEAR!!!

It is my pleasure to welcome students and families to Ranchos Elementary School. I feel extremely fortunate to be working with such an exceptional group of students, families, and staff. This is an exciting time for us as we prepare for our students and the adventures ahead.

We have a remarkable staff – cooks, teachers, custodians, office staff, educational assistants, bus drivers, counselors and social workers who spend countless hours training, preparing and planning for our students. Daily lessons lessons are engaging and our teachers utilize research-based best practices and analyze data to determine individual skill levels to set students’ goals.

The Ranchos Elementary educational team is dedicated to creating successful learners by expecting academic excellence and holding high expectations for all our students. In addition to academics, our focus is to also create a safe and positive learning environment. The educational team and students will promote and model responsible and respectful behavior creating a positive and safe learning atmosphere where teachers are able to teach and students are able to learn.

On Thursday, August 10th Ranchos Elementary will have orientation for students and families. Students will meet their teachers, receive daily schedules, information about their classes, and learn about procedures. This will be a great opportunity for students and families to become well informed about the school year. In addition, families can learn how they can support their students and their school. Orientation times: Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades at 12:30 and 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades at 2:00. We look forward to seeing you and to the wonderful year ahead.

The first day of school is Friday, August 11th. The school day begins at 8:30 and ends at 3:30. We will have early dismissal (1:30) every Friday beginning August 18th. Parents will be provided with a detailed district calendar.

New student registration will be open beginning July 17th at Ranchos Elementary from 8:30 – 3:30. Please bring your student’s birth certificate, immunization records, and proof of physical address. We are delighted to welcome our new students and their families to the Ranchos Elementary Family.

In closing, we look forward to building positive relationships and partnering with our school community in efforts to educate our students. Please contact us at 737-6150 if you would like further information.

Sincerely, Mrs. Lourdes Cordova, Principal

Mrs. Lourdes Cordova, Principal Mrs. Viola Archuleta, Counselor Mrs. Cathy Vigil, Secretary School 575.737.6150 Fax 575.737.6151

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VISTAGRANDEHIGHSCHOOL MOVING FORWARD WITH A PURPOSE SUBMITTED BY ISABELLE ST. ONGE, VGHS SCHOOL DIRECTOR VISTA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL Testing dates TBD

VISTA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT SCIENTISTS MANGAS AND AARON CONDUCT AN EXPERIMENT. SUBMITTED PHOTO

2017-2018 CALENDAR July 2017

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ista Grande High School is moving full steam ahead this year! We have just completed work on an inspired blueprint, curriculum maps and pacing guides for all core content classes. We will be right on target with our vision to develop creative and critical thinkers in a holistic setting.

There are many announcements such as a reconfigured career pathways program, returning experienced teachers with a passion for teaching as well as new courses added so that our students get the very best out of their education.

VGHS is thrilled to have the new Imagination Lab up and running, staffed by an art teacher.

Dawning Pollen Shorty will be joining the VGHS staff. She is an experienced art teacher and an artist who is well known across America. She brings her unique view of education to VGHS. She will be teaching a STEAM class, Crew and an entrepreneur class.

This year we are continuing our wilderness adventure experience with backpacking trips for the 9th and 10th grades. The students will summit three different peaks around Taos. The 11th and 12th grade students will have a retreat to focus on setting their goals for the school year.

The class-based learning expeditions are planned for each semester: 9th grade (Teens around the World/Farming), 10th grade (Art & Activism/ Sustainability), 11th grade (Media and Literacy/ The Human Condition) and 12th grade (selfguided Senior Projects based upon interest).

End of semester expedition projects will include documentary filmmaking, growing food, creating a podcast and writing/drawing a graphic novel.

We have been listening to what our students want and so we have completely revamped our social studies curriculum. Partnering with the Public Education Department Indian Education Division,

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VGHS will be implementing a new social studies curriculum that honors Native students’ histories and ways of knowing. Our Tewa Language and Culture class will will be taught by a member of the Taos Pueblo for native students who would like to continue learning their language while in school.

Our new Crew curriculum will be a partnership with the Harvard School of Education and VGHS will pilot the Possible Futures curriculum.

At Vista Grande, we have a diverse population so we will as always be running new and special programs to fit our students’ needs. We will maintain our relationship with UNM-Taos for the Dual Credit program. It is a huge success and an opportunity for students to graduate from Vista Grande with not only a high school diploma, but also college credits and degrees.

It’s a great opportunity for tuition-free education and expanded worldview. In addition, we will also be running our Night Flyers program for students

who wish to complete their education in the early evenings at Vista Grande.

For a school schedule, please view online at vistagrandecharter.org.

Vista Grande High School’s mission is to provide an authentic and challenging learning experience within a culturally inclusive, supportive environment that motivates all students to develop to their fullest potential.

VISTA C.A.R.E.S.!

Creative Thinking, Achievement, Respect for both Cultural Diversity and our Natural World, Empowering Change and Sustainability

Vista Grande High School Now Enrolling 9th - 12th Grades Creative Thinking • Achievement Respect for Diversity and our Natural World Empowering Change Supportive Environment

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CHARTERS: THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF CHOICE

BY SCOTT GERDES

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Also outside of the classroom, parents and potential students of MVHS stated their case for adding athletics during the May 3 governing council meeting at the high school.

Charter schools are publicly funded, but can be privately operated.

RED RIVER VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL 500 East High St., Red River (575) 754-6117 / facebook.com/RedRiverValleyCharterSchool Red River Valley Charter School's unified, theme-based curriculum is known as the Core Knowledge Sequence. The curriculum fosters a “child-centered school that addresses the strengths, needs, interests and cultures that equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to meet challenges and succeed in a rapidly changing world.”

ometimes people mistakingly refer to charter schools as private institutions. In fact, charter schools are indeed public schools.

They are granted greater flexibility in regard to their operations, yet are still held accountable for growing student achievement.

Because charters are public schools, they are open to all children; they do not charge tuition; and they do not have special entrance requirements or exams.

Not all charter schools are mirror images. They can vary greatly in their design and in their results.

Taos Municipal School District Charter Schools ANANSI CHARTER SCHOOL 57 State Road 230, Des Montes (575) 776-2256 / acstaos.org The school opened its doors in 1993. Anansi serves students in kindergarten through 8th grade. “Teaching is done in focused units on a wide range of topics,” says the school's web site, “allowing students to integrate facts into practical knowledge in multi-age groups. Classes explore topics that integrate science, history, geography, language arts and math.”

TAOS CHARTER SCHOOL 1303 Paseo del Cañon East (575) 758-8909 / taoscharterschool.org The story goes that Taos Charter School (TCS) was born in 1999 through a group of parents and teachers that wanted a K-8 school with “rigorous academics in a positive social environment.”

The school's academic menu includes (but is not limited to) peerassisted learning, art, physical education, Spanish, mathematics, a writing workshop, and phonics and reading fluency.

VISTA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL 213 Paseo del Cañon West (575) 758-5100 / vistagrandecharter.org See story on page 26.

New Mexico State Charter Schools MORENO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL 56 Camino Grande, Angel Fire (575) 377-3100 / mvhsnm.org To fulfill its mission of “providing a world-class public education for students of all abilities and backgrounds,” Moreno Valley High School (MVHS) employs the Paideia (py-dee-a) Program, a curriculum that integrates three methods of teaching: Socratic Seminar, Academic Coaching and Didactic Instruction. For more information, the 12 Principles of Paideia are outlined on the school's web site.

Each new school year begins at MVHS with an all-school camp out coined “Beyond the Valley.” Past trips included Arches National Park, Great Sand Dunes, Rocky Mountain National Park and Lake Powell.

TAOS CHARTER SCHOOL STUDENTS INTERACT WITH THE SCHOOL’S “GRATITUDE WALL,” ERECTED IN 2013. FILE PHOTO/TINA LARKIN

ROOTS AND WINGS COMMUNITY SCHOOL 35 La Lama Rd., La Lama (575) 586-2076 / rootsandwingscommunityschool.org An Expeditionary Learning School, Roots and Wings Community School is based upon the concept of a small community schoolhouse or “learning family.” It is designed to be an intimate, inter-age learning community ranging in age and ability from kindergarten through 8th grade.

TAOS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 110 Paseo del Cañon West (575) 751-3109 / taosacademy.org Serving grades 5 through 12, Taos Academy's mission focuses on 21st-century skills such as communication, collaboration, creativity, accountability, technology, problem solving, global awareness and civic responsibility.

One of the school's many flagship programs is the SMART LAB, a state-of-the-art technology lab housed in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) building where students explore robotics, animation, engineering, flight simulation, music production and alternative energy.

TAOS INTEGRATED SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS (TISA) 118 Toalne Rd. (As of September) (575) 758-7755 / tisataos.org Taos Integrated School for the Arts (TISA) blends the arts – visual arts, dance, music and theater – into the general learning process and are interlinked throughout the lessons using “a thematic, interdisciplinary, project-based approach to instruction.”

THE LATE GEORGE CHACON IS SHOWN HELPING ANANSI CHARTER SCHOOL STUDENTS PAINT A DAY OF THE DEAD MURAL A NUMBER OF YEARS AGO. FILE PHOTO/GREG KRELLER

TISA brings together current national education standards with a strong early childhood focus in the arts, which emphasizes the school's philosophy of “Teaching is an art.”

TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL 118 Este Es Rd., Ranchos de Taos (575) 751-7115 / taosinternationalschool.weebly.com The mission of Taos International School (TIS) is to “provide K-8 students an educational program focused on inquiry-based teaching and learning; the acquisition of languages, including Spanish immersion and Mandarin Chinese; and the development of social, emotional and rigorous academic skills necessary to function in our local, national and international community.”

A FIRST GRADER AT TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PERFORMS A LOG ROLL UNDER THE DIRECTION OF ANGIE HIGDON IN 2014.

FILE PHOTO/KATHARINE EGLI

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Coordinating Nonprofits, Parents, And Teachers To Produce Better Outcomes For Our Kids

Taos

is an extraordinary place and our children deserve the best education we can give them. We all know that the schools don’t have the resources they need, and that means that every single one of us must be part of the effort to fill the gap.

The School Zone – Taos works with nonprofits, teachers, parents, and other community members to measurably increase the collective impact of everyone’s efforts on outcomes for schoolchildren. TSZ-T is a project of Taos Community Foundation, with the assistance of The Budd Center at SMU. This past year, we awarded almost $4,000 in professional development grants to teachers to enhance their teaching skills, hosted teacher-appreciation events in six Taos Municipal School District schools, provided opportunities for parents to be involved in Fall Festivals and Field Days, and convened a network of nonprofits working with schoolchildren to develop collaboration.

This year, we will focus on how we strengthen our partnerships to focus on reading and math skills for kids from pre-K to 3rd grade, and deepen our understanding of how children’s social and emotional health affects their ability to learn.

The School Zone – Taos is supported by members of this community, with funding and with volunteer time. Join us—and help the children of Taos grow up ready for life. More information can be found at www.schoolzonetaos.org.

taos community foundation

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PEÑASCOINDEPENDENTSCHOOLDISTRICT P.O. BOX 520 / PEÑASCO, NEW MEXICO 87553 / PHONE: 575·587·2230 / FAX: 575·587·2513

PHS trout release program.

PHS 2017 Homecoming court. COURTESY PEÑASCO HIGH SCHOOL

COURTESY PEÑASCO HIGH SCHOOL

Dear Parents, Welcome back to another school year, we look forward to helping your student(s) learn and grow. We have made several changes to our operations and are excited to begin a successful school year. Included within our changes are playground upgrades, increased technology capabilities, and an experienced and talented staff to help your student grow academically.

We have added a Reads to Lead program at the Elementary School and also added a Truancy Coach district wide. In addition, we have improved upon our GEAR-UP RISE program to allow our qualified high school students take up to 12 college credit hours at Northern New Mexico College. College courses are available during the established school day/week.

We remain committed to provide students work-ready skills upon their graduation from high school.

We will continue to support our Wildland Fire Science program, Cisco certification program

as well as our small engine repair courses and wood working technology courses.

Peñasco Independent Schools is poised to become a leader in College and Career Readiness and we pride ourselves in the pursuit of excellence in educating the whole child. Our teachers participate in the Teachers Pursuing Excellence Program and our administration is involved in leadership programs such as the Principals Pursuing Excellence Program. These initiatives allow us to grow and maximize learning opportunities for our students. We are committed to provide the best student centered education for our community.

Should you have any questions in regards to our programs, please feel free to give me a call or send an e-mail at 575-587-2230 or mmacauley@penasco.kl2.nm.us.

Sincerely, Marvin MacAuley Superintendent

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Pee Wee Basketball. COURTESY PEÑASCO HIGH SCHOOL

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COMMUNITY ELIGIBILITY PROVISION July 6, 2017 Taos Day School is participating in Universal Breakfast and Lunch Program for the current school year 2017-2018. If your child attends the school listed, breakfast/lunch will be available to them at no charge. All students enrolled at this school may participate in the breakfast/ lunch program at no charge to them.

Studies have shown that children who are not hungry perform better in school. By providing breakfast/lunch to all children at no charge, we are hoping to create a better learning environnment for our students. The school Breakfast and Lunch Programs cannot succeed without your support; please encourage your children to participate in school meal programs.

All meals will be served to all students at no charge regardless of eligibility status.

Sincerely, Taos Day School, Principal Non-disscrimination Statement: The U.S. Department of Agriculture prohibits discrimination against its customers, employees, and applicants for employment on the bases or race, color, national origion, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal, and where applicable, political beliefs, maarital status, familial or parental status, sexaul orientation, or all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the Department. (Not all prohibited bases will applly to all programs and/or employment activities.) If you wish to file a Civil Right program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form.You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint for or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 pr email at program.intake@usda.gov. Individuals who are deaf, hard or hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish) USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

WEEKLY FALL SCHEDULE

STARTS AUGUST 7 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Anansi 10:30-11:30

Parent & Me 10-10:45

Anansi 10:30-11:30

Thursday

Los Angelitos 11:45-1

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Afterschool Care Early Dismissal 12-4

Open Gym 9:00-10:30

GIRLS TEAMS 9am 4pm

5 yrs & younger

Tumblebees 10:30-11:30 Beg Rec 4-5

Beg. Rec 4-5

Beg. Rec 4-5

Extreme Cheer 4-8

GIRLS TEAMS 3:40-8

GIRLS TEAMS 3:40-8

Adv Rec 5-6 Beg Tumbling 6-7 Pre-Team 6-7:30

THS/TMS Cheer 3-4

Beg Rec 4-5

6 yrs & older

Beg Rec 4-5

GIRLS TEAMS 3:40-8

GIRLS TEAMS 3:40-8

GIRLS TEAMS 3-8

Pre-Team 6-7

Adv Tumbling 8-9

Adv Rec 5-6 Beg Boys 5-7

Beg. Tumbling 6-7 Pre-Team 6-7:30

Adv Tumbling 7-8 BOYS TEAM 5-8

Open Gym 12-1:30

Extreme Cheer 4-8

BOYS TEAM 5-8

Birthday Parties 1-9

Beginner Recreation classes 1 hour a week starting at $45/month.

Tumblebees for children 3 to 5 years old. *SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Adv. Tumbling 7-8

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FARMTOSCHOOL

GIVING KIDS A TASTE OF A HEALTHY LIFE

BY SCOTT GERDES

A smoothie tasting at Enos Garcia Elementary. COURTESY PHOTO

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rade schoolers push away a hot dog in favor of kale and a green smoothie – and many even ask for seconds. Seems improbable? Well, it's not and they do – the children who participate in the Collaborative Farm to School Garden Program and eat free USDA meals provided by the Farmhouse School Lunch Program certainly do.

Now in its fourth year, the organic lunch program

COURTESY PHOTO

under the umbrella Farm to School Program – founded by Farmhouse Café and Bakery owner Micah Roseberry (aka “Farmer Micah”) – delivered 475 free, fresh, healthy organic breakfasts and lunches to students at Anansi Day School, Taos International Charter School (TICS) and at the University of New Mexico-Taos (UNM-Taos) Kid's Teaching Campus during the past school year. This year, she is expecting to provide 575 meals. She would like to expand the meal program to more area schools. The program partners with Taos Village Farm, owned by Joni and Roy Cunningham, where youth learn to make their own lunches by picking vegetables and also learn how to make smoothies and salads.

Roseberry and her son Isaac Carmona cook and deliver the USDA lunches. Besides Taos Village Farm, ingredients for the free meals come from more than 20 local farmers and ranchers who grow organically and raise humanly.

pumpkins, beans and tomatoes; All for the purpose of gaining a love of growing and eating healthy food.

During the garden program's Summer Enrichment Camp, participating Enos Garcia students till, plant, tend to and harvest such unlikely kid-approved foods such as beets, spinach and calabasha in two Parr Field gardens at Enos Garcia Elementary School every Wednesday. They also plant lettuce, carrots, sugar snap peas, blue corn, heirloom

But the program has a cross curriculum – it isn't just about digging a trench, watering, weeding, cultivating and eating. Along with assistance from UNM-Taos sustainable farming students in a program taught by Roseberry, the children learn about general agricultural practices, food traditions, measuring and cooking.

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Students from Enos Garcia Elementary water in the Aftercare Enrichment Program during spring planting at Parr Field.

“The kids' faces say how much they like being in the garden,” said parent and the program's executive director, Nikki Cain. “They are all so cooperative and are more apt to try different foods.”

Many of the children start gardens at home and often ask Cain for seeds. The boys, Cain said, mimic the males in their lives who work hard every day. Every child learns patience.

“It's a beautiful lesson that they see is a natural process,” Cain expressed. “But, it's a joyful lesson because of the expectation.”

Roseberry envisions a garden at every area school one day.

“Tastings” – through the After School Enrichment Program – are a byproduct of the all-inclusive, once-a-week cooking classes held during the school year at Enos Garcia and TISC. Delights such as muffins made from the blue corn they grew got rave reviews, as did the kale chips baked in a solar oven.

“We are expanding their palettes,” Roseberry beamed. “I love it when I overhear a child say, ‘Yuck,’ when looking at a green smoothie, then taste it and say, ‘Yum,’ and then ask their parent if they can make it at home.”

Added Cain, “Whatever they're eating and planting, they ask for more.”

The growing season culminates in the fall with a Harvest Festival at Enos Garcia. The entire elementary participates.

The hope of Roseberry and Cain is to instill in the children a lifelong desire of land stewardship and healthy eating — and to continue to grow the local farming network.

For more information, go to the web site farmhousetaos.com.

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Kid Sight Screening STARTING IN AUGUST AND GOING THROUGH NOVEMBER,

all Taos County children enrolled in Pre-K through 3rd grade, will have the opportunity to have their eyes screened at no charge. Early vision screening ensures that a child’s development is not delayed by impaired eyesight.

PARENTS SHOULD BE ALERT TO THE UPCOMING EYE SCREENING SCHEDULE AT YOUR CHILD’S SCHOOL:

AUGUST 30 » Taos Academy Charter Middle School

SEPTEMBER 13 » Little Bug

AUGUST 31 » Taos Academy Charter High School

SEPTEMBER 19 » Alta Vista Elementary, Middle, High School

SEPTEMBER 12 » Taos Pueblo Headstart & Day School

SEPTEMBER 19 » Rio Costilla Elementary

Scheduling dates are yet to be determined for these Taos County Schools: Anansi Charter, Anansi Day, Arroyos del Norte, Enos Garcia, Llano Quemado HeadStart, Penasco Elementary, Vadito HeadStart, Penasco Middle, Questa HeadStart, Ranchos Elementary, San Cristobal HeadStart, Taos Charter, Taos International, Taos Intergrated School of the Arts, UNM Klauer Campus PreSchool.

For more information visit our website: taoslions.org or email questions to: taos.kidsight@gmail.com.

TAOS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION The contributions and community support we received during our annual fund raiser, Toast of Taos Wine Festival & Golf Tournament, enables us to provide KidSight Eye Screening to 1,900 children in Taos County We would like to thank our working partners; Taos Optometrists, Dr.Compton and Dr.Ratzlaff and Ophthalmologist, Eye Associates for their continued support.

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TAOSHIGHSCHOOL

OFFERING AN ACTIVITY FOR EVERYONE

BY CINDY BROWN

Students in the Taos High Culinary Program. COURTESY OF TAOS HIGH SCHOOL

The Taos High Student Council participates in Homecoming activities. COURTESY OF TAOS HIGH SCHOOL

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o matter what you are passionate about there is an extracurricular activity for every student at Taos High School (THS). From band and chorus to poetry and student government, there are more than 20 clubs to choose from. “All of our organizations want students to grow, take on leadership roles, be productive and represent our school and community positively. Students learn so much through activities,” says Nickie McCarty who oversees THS activities, in addition to being the athletic director.

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

McCarty points out that leadership-related activities give students the opportunities to meet with school administrators and often members of the community in addition to learning how to speak in public. She says that in her role with the student council, she has seen students go from being very quiet and shy to becoming amazing student leaders. “They learn to speak in front of their peers at assemblies, to parents on the radio, to the administrators, etc. I have seen students plan and organize state events, run for state offices, speak to gatherings of 1,000 or more.

They learn to delegate and to pick up the pieces

when people don’t follow through. They learn to be leaders,” she says.

BENEFITS OF EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Students who are involved in school activities are more likely to stay in school and graduate.

Those who participate in extracurricular offerings perform better in math and reading, and more often make plans to go on to college, according to a study by the National Center for Education Statistics. In making application to colleges, having a well-rounded background as demonstrated through clubs and student government can create a stronger application. Most importantly, students have the chance to explore their interests and passions. “There are so many benefits of being involved. THS offers many activities and opportunities for students to find something they are interested in,” says McCarty.

CLUBS FOR EVERY INTEREST

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popular club, students learn to read music and perform it. Choices that emphasize the outdoors include the Environmental Leadership Club, along with snowboarding and skiing activities.

Last fall, THS drama presented the play “Dracula,” just in time for Halloween. It was directed by drama teacher Adam Overlay. It was the play chosen by the students. Putting on a play helps students learn about history and the technical aspects of production, as well as the acting component. Overly has been a member of the acting community in Taos as part of Teatro Serpiente, playing Shakespeare outdoors and putting on Gorilla Theater, in which the players have just 32 hours to write and mount a whole production.

Under the direction of Benji Apodaca, culinary teams have competed in the New Mexico ProStart cooking competitions. Previous teams have advanced to the national competition level and some of those students are now working as chefs in professional kitchens. In the program, they cook Southwest specialties using local ingredients.

The Taos High Poetry Slam Team has taken first place at the New Mexico State High School Poetry

Championship. The team coach is English teacher Frances Hahn. Students have the opportunity to write about topics that matter in their lives and share poems in a variety of community settings.

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Additionally, we strive to have all students from Questa Senior High School graduate college and career ready. Here at Questa Junior/ Senior High School, we have great teachers who have spent time planning to ensure student engagement and student learning.

Teachers will also be analyzing academic data to determine current skill levels and to set goals for growth and improvement.

There are a few new things that will be occurring at Questa Independent Schools for the upcoming year. This year, Questa Junior/

Senior High school will be implementing an advisory class to help students focus on and track their academic progress. Students will set goals, conduct research on careers or colleges of their choice and visit lessons regarding daily in and out routines of what occurs in school and how to deal with some of the struggles that they may encounter. In addition, Questa Independent Schools will now be on a fourday school week with students having every Friday off and school in session from 8 a.m.

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What are Exceptional programs?Students who qualify for Exceptional Programs support have been identified with one of twelve recognized disabilities AND a need for specialized support to succeed in school. In New Mexico students also qualify for exceptional programs if they are identified as gifted. This requires having an IQ measure that is in the 95th percentile of all students their age and demonstrated exceptionality in either creativity, critical thinking or academic achievement.

How do I know if my child qualifies for Exceptional Programs? You can always request an evaluation

and school personnel will meet with you and your child’s teacher to gather more information to determine if testing is warranted. If the team decides to proceed with testing a licensed professional diagnostician will gather more information from both you and your child through some interviews and standardized tests. A team will then meet to review all this data and make an eligibility determination

What is an IEP?An Individual Education Plan is an agreement between the school and you to provide individual support for your child in order to access the same curriculum as other students. It is a living document that should change regularly as the team finds strategies to be successful or not.

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every year to review the document and your child’s progress. Any member of that team can call for additional meetings at any time to review the document and or make changes to the plan or services.

Exceptional Programs can help families by:

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Specialized programs that Exceptional Programs support

• La Puerta, Las Estrellitas, (DD and Universal Programs) – Specialized learning centers for the preschoolers with disabilities or delays.Gifted programs K-12 • Chrysalis Alternative School – Grades 9-12th • Los Brazos setting - Taos Middle School grades 6-8 • Transition Support and Job Training/Coaching • Child-Find to locate students in need of Special Education support • Extended School Year Services

NEW MEXICO PRE-KINDERGARTEN WHAT’S NEW?We are very excited to announce that the PRE-Kindergarten programs at Enos Garcia Elementary and Ranchos Elementary for four year old students will be FULL day programs this year. We have slots for 18 students at each site and waiting lists are being kept at the schools.

Students must be four years old by September 1, 2017 to be eligible for this program Taos schools has been able to partner with Head Start in Taos County to offer programs for three year old children at Enos Garcia and both three and four year old children at Arroyos Elementary. We are very excited about the potential that this partnership has to expand services for families in Taos County. If you would like to enroll in these programs please contact Youth Development Inc. at (575) 758-3425 NM Pre-Kindergarten is a program funded by the NM Legislature to provide early intervention services to children who are four years old by September 1. Program funds allow the district to provide researched based best practices in early childhood education to students prior to their entrance to Kindergarten. This educational research shows that students who are able to attend these programs have more success in their school careers and students who might benefit from additional interventions are identified and supported earlier.

For more information about the programs or to enroll your four year old child please contact: Ranchos Elementary School Cathy Vigil 737-6150 Enos Garcia Elementary School Nanette Barela 737-6070 Taos Municipal Schools Jim Ivanovich- NM Pre K Program Coordinator 737-6113

For more information Jim Ivanovich – Director about exceptional programs Maria Morales- IEP coordinator contact our office at 575-737-6115 Sandra Vigil and Christina Martinez – Office Staff

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Welcome to the 2017-18 school year. I hope that everyone had an enjoyable and relaxing summer and is anticipating the many exciting opportunities that this school year will present at Taos Middle School. Along with the rest of the Taos Middle School Staff, we are enthusiastically awaiting the start of the new school year and beginning our journey together.

Here at Taos Middle School we are committed to your child’s educational excellence, along with their social emotional well-being, which are promoted through a diverse curriculum, a dedicated and knowledgeable staff, and school/ community partnerships. Academic emphasis on the core content areas of reading, language arts, science, social studies, and math will remain a priority as well as providing a learning program that builds on prior knowledge to reach local, state, and common core standards. Collaboration, cooperation and open communication between home and school are keys to building a strong foundation for a successful school year. I encourage and invite parent and community involvement in an effort to build a positive and successful educational experience for each of your children.

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Being able to identify signs and traits of domestic violence and sexual assault is important for all ages, but it can be critical for teenagers and preteens starting to date and developing relationships for the first time.

Annually, CAV prevention staff speak during orientation to Taos Municipal School staff about these prevention programs. The message is clear.

Prevention programs are an important and vital opportunity for schools and teachers to impact the social learning of their students in a profound way.

Students can learn about forms of violence known to many of them, but kept as secrets, and how to manage these issues in their own lives.

The “2014 Sex Crimes Trends in New Mexico” report cites that 86 sexual assault survivors in Taos County were children and teens 17 years of age and under. Furthermore, the “2013 New Mexico Youth Risk and Resiliency Survey” of Taos High School showed 88 students reported physical dating violence; 77 students reported sexual dating violence; and 56 students reported having been forced to have sexual intercourse. Finally, in 2016, CAV responded to 71 allegations of child abuse/ neglect in Taos County.

Programs are available for grades kindergarten through 12th. Each age-appropriate curriculum

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Liana Sonne, CAV Community educator, facilitating VECINOS. COURTESY PHOTO

Teens who experience dating violence are at a much higher risk for suicide, bullying, alcohol and drug use, fighting, carrying a weapon and having multiple unprotected sexual partners. Without knowing who or where they can turn for safety, the majority of teens who are abused hide that fact from their parents and peers.

After attending previous CAV presentations, many educators say they wish someone had given them this presentation when they were their students’ age. Now, as adults, they can identify behaviors considered normal or not acceptable in any relationship.

CAV programs on healthy relationships are available for all ages. VOZ, grades K-5, focuses on feelings and emotions, personal boundaries, respect, asking for help, identifying safe adults, safe/unsafe and secret touches, the concepts of surprises, privacy and passwords, and encourages learning correct names for all body parts to help prevent sexual abuse.

PODER, grades 6-12, was expanded in the schools beyond grade 8 after the New Mexico Department of Health report showed CAV’s program out-performed the national evidencebased program previously administered to classes. PODER focuses on understanding media messages, body awareness and acceptance, and tolerance. Students learn about respect, personal boundaries, conflict resolution, communication skills, consent, anger and emotions, healthy relationships and resources for help.

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Here at Taos High School we continue to be committed to providing a rich and challenging educational experience for students.

Our highly qualified instructors have extensive knowledge in the curriculum and strive to prepare courses that meet the demands of our local and global communities. In addition, students can view our Programs of Study in order to develop a better plan for their future in college or career. Our school is also a place where students can opt into extracurricular activities that meet their individual interests.

Our staff and schedule will continue to offer an advisement period on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to assist students in school requirements, career and college goal setting, time management, study skills, conflict resolution, emotional intelligence strategies, ACT/ SAT test prep, and many other elements that students encounter at the high school level.

Our Staff is looking forward to working with you and your child.

Please feel free to visit, or you may contact us at 575-751-8000 for additional information not found on this page. You can also visit our website by going to the Taos Municipal School’s Website, click “Schools”, then click “Taos High School”.

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EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (Some items and class offerings subject to change): Student Government, Class Senates, National Honor Society, Speech and Debate, Yearbook, Poetry, Drama, Band, Mariachi, Chorus, Solar Club, Business Professionals of America, Ski/Snowboard Club, ProStart, Skills USA, HOSA, Enviro-Thon, Chemistry Club, Tiger Salamanders, and Science Bowl.

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ATHLETICS Welcome Tiger Fans to an exciting new year of Taos Municipal Schools Athletics. I look forward to a great sports year where the athletic experience for your child will contribute to both a sound mind and body, which in turn will develop characteristics such as loyalty, teamwork, perseverance, commitment, and self-esteem that your son or daughter can benefit from for the rest of his or her life. We are Education Based Athletics where our mission is to provide all students with additional opportunities to develop their physical and mental capacities in conjunction with our fine academic programs. Furthermore, through sports and other extracurricular activities, students may learn the value of hard work, discipline, team building, sportsmanship, and other positive attributes that strengthen one’s character.

To participate in Taos Municipal Schools (TMS) athletic programs, both the student- athlete and parents/guardians must complete the TMS Athletic Participation Forms and the student- athlete must have a physical examination and insurance prior to participation. All paperwork needed can be picked from the athletic director’s office located on the second floor of Taos High School. These forms must be filled out completely and returned to the athletic office or coach before the student-athlete is allowed the privilege to participate in any of our programs. For more information please call 751-8030.

The Athletic Department will strive to provide students with the best possible opportunity for a rewarding and positive experience. The Taos Municipal Schools affirms the right of every student to participate in interscholastic athletic programs without regard to gender, race, religion, or creed. We support the regulations and spirit of Title IX legislation and do not limit one sex in the enjoyment of any right, privilege, advantage, or opportunity.

I wish the best of luck to all teams and look forward to excellent competition and unparalleled sportsmanship. Come out and support all of our teams and cheer them on to victory! Good Luck and GO TIGERS!!!!

Nickie McCarty, CAA Taos High School Athletic/Activities Director nikmcc@taosschools.org 575-751-8030 Office 575-770-7838 Cell 575-751-8052 Fax

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TAOS CYBER MAGNET SCHOOL TAOS CYBER MAGNET SCHOOL 310 CAMINO DE LA PLACITAS TAOS, NM 87571 EDUCATION BEYOND BOUNDARIES Students of TCMS take online and traditional, teacher led courses. Lincoln Learning Solutions and Edgenuity provide the online courses. Both curriculum providers are leaders in creating and managing high quality, online, curriculum.

TCMS tutors, provide the non-virtual courses. Additionally, students with GPA’s of 2.5 or better can earn dual credit by taking classes at UNM Taos. Through TCMS students can work on their college careers while earning high school credit.

Upward Bound – Students at TCMS are encouraged to join UB to further their opportunity for tutoring. They can also gain additional credits with this program that offers classes in math, science, and English, as well as summer tours of in and out-of-state colleges.

THROUGH ONLINE STUDY, STUDENTS CAN ALSO EARN THE CREDITS NECESSARY TO TAKE CERTIFICATION TESTS FOR CAREERS RANGING FROM I.T. TO NURSING ASSISTANTS. • • • • • •

TCMS is part of the municipal school district; therefore students can take advantage of any athletic or academic program available through Taos High.

Students of TCMS enjoy small class sizes. There is an enrollment maximum of thirty students.

Tutoring in math, and other subjects, is currently provided daily.

School held daily Monday through Friday following Taos High School Calendar 8:30 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. Individualized Attention Career Planning

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REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS Taos Municipal Schools’ nurses ensure students are in compliance with the immunization laws via review of each immunization record.

Upon review, parents shall receive guidance to ensure their child becomes and/or remains in compliance.

SUBJECT TO EXEMPTIONS AS PROVIDED BY LAW, NO STUDENT SHALL BE ENROLLED AT TAOS MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS UNLESS THE STUDENT CAN PRESENT SATISFACTORY EVIDENCE OF COMMENCEMENT AND COMPLETION OF IMMUNIZATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE IMMUNIZATION SCHEDULE AND RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION, EXCEPT THAT A HOMELESS STUDENT SHALL NOT BE PREVENTED FROM ATTENDANCE UNTIL THE FIFTH (5TH) CALENDAR DAY AFTER ENROLLMENT. THE STUDENT IS EXEMPT FROM IMMUNIZATION PURSUANT TO SECTION 6.12.2.8 NMAC UPON FILING WITH THE GOVERNING AUTHORITY: A STATEMENT OR CERTIFICATE SIGNED BY A LICENSED PHYSICIAN OR CERTIFIED NURSE PRACTITIONER STATING THAT THE PHYSICAL CONDITION OF THE PERSON SEEKING ENROLLMENT IS SUCH THAT IMMUNIZATION WOULD SERIOUSLY ENDANGER THE LIFE OR HEALTH OF THE PERSON; AN EXEMPTION GRANTED BY THE PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION ON THE BASIS OF: NOTARIZED AFFIDAVITS OR WRITTEN AFFIRMATION FROM AN OFFICER OF A RECOGNIZED RELIGIOUS DENOMINATION THAT SUCH STUDENT’S PARENTS OR GUARDIANS ARE BONA FIDE MEMBERS OF A DENOMINATION WHOSE RELIGIOUS TEACHING REQUIRES RELIANCE UPON PRAYER OR SPIRITUAL MEANS ALONE FOR HEALING; OR NOTARIZED AFFIDAVITS OR WRITTEN AFFIRMATION FROM THE STUDENT’S PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN THAT THE STUDENT’S RELIGIOUS BELIEFS, HELD EITHER INDIVIDUALLY OR JOINTLY WITH OTHERS, DO NOT PERMIT THE ADMINISTRATION OF VACCINE OR OTHER IMMUNIZING AGENT. EXEMPTION FROM OBTAINING THE REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS IS VALID FOR A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED NINE (9) MONTHS AND WILL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR IN WHICH THE STUDENT IS CURRENTLY ENROLLED. ANY STUDENT WITH SEROLOGIC CONFIRMATION OF THE PRESENCE OF SPECIFIC ANTIBODIES AGAINST A VACCINE-PREVENTABLE DISEASE SHALL NOT BE SUBJECT TO IMMUNIZATION AGAINST THAT DISEASE AS A CONDITION FOR ATTENDING SCHOOL. IMMUNIZATIONS REQUIRED AS INDICATED BELOW SHALL BE ADMINISTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH GUIDELINES ESTABLISHED BY THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON IMMUNIZATION PRACTICES OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (ACIP) AND THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS. A CHILD SHALL BE NON-COMPLIANT WITH THESE REGULATIONS IF THE CHILD IS ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE AND HAS NOT RECEIVED ANY OF THE REMAINING REQUIRED IMMUNIZATION DOSES WITHIN THE RECOMMENDED INTERVALS BETWEEN DOSES PUBLISHED BY THE ACIP. NO CHILD SHALL BE ENROLLED IN A SCHOOL IN NEW MEXICO UNLESS SATISFACTORY EVIDENCE OF IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS HAS BEEN PROVIDED. THE ADMITTING OFFICIAL SHALL DEEM THE STUDENT TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS REGULATION IF: A STATEMENT, CERTIFICATE OR RECORD SIGNED BY A DULY LICENSED PHYSICIAN OR OTHER RECOGNIZED LICENSED HEALTH FACILITY STATING THAT THE REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS HAVE BEEN GIVEN TO THE PERSON IS PROVIDED; OR AN EXEMPTION FROM IMMUNIZATION IS SUBMITTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROCEDURES SET FORTH IN 6.12.2.9 NMAC.

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DIPHTHERIA TETANUS PERTUSSIS POLIOMYELITIS RUBEOLA (MEASLES) MUMPS RUBELLA (GERMAN MEASLES) HEPATITIS B

(for 7th grade entry) (effective 09-01-2000 for facilities regulated by New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) as described in 8.16.2 NMAC), effective 09-01-2002 for school entry.

HAEMOPHILUS INFLUENZAE B (HIB) (only for facilities regulated by CYFD as described in 8.16.2 NMAC).

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(effective 09-1-2000 for facilities regulated by CYFD as described in 8.16.2 NMAC) (effective 09-01-2002 for school entry).

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in areas/counties targeted by the Office of Epidemiology of the Department.

Targeted areas/counties will include any area/county whose three (3) year running average rate of hepatitis A is at or above twenty (20) cases per one hundred thousand (100,000) people per year or which has been determined by the Office of Epidemiology of the Department to have an elevated risk of hepatitis A (effective 09-01-2002 for school entry and for facilities regulated by CYFD as described in 8.16.2 NMAC).

Targeted areas/counties will be reassessed and redefined annually by the Office of Epidemiology of the Department.

For non-targeted areas/counties, routine vaccination of children two (2) years of age and older is recommended in conformance with the recommendations of the ACIP and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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COMMUNITY ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES

The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 provides an alternative to household applications in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. The intent of the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) is to improve access to free school meals in eligible, high poverty school districts and to eliminate the administrative burden of collecting household applications.

Enos Garcia Elementary School, Ranchos Elementary, Arroyos del Norte Elementary Taos Middle School, Chrysalis Alternative High School and Cyber Magnet School are participating in a Universal Breakfast and Lunch Program for the current 2017-2018 school year. If your children attend any of the schools listed, breakfast/lunch will be available to them at no charge. All students enrolled at these schools may participate in the breakfast/lunch program at no charge to them.

By providing breakfast/lunch to all children at no charge, we are hoping to create a better learning environment for our students. Numerous studies and practical thinking all point to the realization that hungry children cannot learn as well as children who are fed balanced meals. The school breakfasts and lunches follow USDA New Meal Pattern guidelines for healthy school meals.

The CEP cannot succeed without your support. Please encourage your children to participate in school meal programs. All meals will be served to all students at no charge regardless of income eligibility status.

Household Income Eligibility for High School Students- If your student is in High School, please contact Student Nutrition or the High School office for a Free & Reduced Lunch Application for the 2017-1018 school year to determine if your child is eligible for a free or reduced cost meal. Eligibility will be determined by using the following chart:School Students- If your student is in High School, please contact Student Nutrition or the Household Income Eligibility for High

High School office for a Free & Reduced Lunch Application for the 2017-1018 school year to determine if your child is eligible for a free or reduced cost meal. Eligibility will be determined by using the following chart:

Household Size

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Free

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Free

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$654

$930

$603

$859

$302

$430

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$30,044

$1,760

$2,504

$880

$1,252

$812

$1,156

$406

$578

3

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$2,213

$3,149

$1,107

$1,575

$1,021

$1,453

$511

$727

4

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$2,665

$3,793

$1,333

$1,897

$1,230

$1,751

$615

$876

5

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$3,118

$4,437

$1,559

$2,219

$1,439

$2,048

$720

$1,024

6

$42,848 $60,976

$3,571

$5,082

$1,786

$2,541

$1,648

$2,346

$824

$1,173

7

$48,282 $68,709

$4,024

$5,726

$2,012

$2,863

$1,857

$2,643

$929

$1,322

8

$53,716 $76,442

$4,477

$6,371

$2,239

$3,186

$2,066

$2,941

$1,033

$1,471

For each +$5,434 +$7,733 additional family member, add

+$453

+$645

+$227

+$323

+$209

+$298

+$105

+$149

****These guidelines are based on 130% (free) and 185% (reduced) of the federal poverty guidelines and are effective July 1, 2017– June 30,2018. ****These guidelines are based on 130% (free) and 185% (reduced) of the federal poverty guidelines and are effective July 1, 2017– June 30,2018.

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National School Lunch Program The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools and residential child care institutions. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to children each school day. The program was established under the National School Lunch Act, signed by President Harry Truman in 1946 (USDA). http://www.fns.usda.gov/nslp/national-school-lunch-program-nslp

School Breakfast Program (SBP) The School Breakfast Program provides cash assistance to states to operate nonprofit breakfast programs in schools and residential childcare institutions. The Food and Nutrition service administers the SBP at the Federal level. State education agencies administer the SBP at the state level, and local school food authorities operate the Program in schools (USDA). http://www.fns.usda.gov/sbp/school-breakfast-program-sbp

Afterschool Snack Program (ASP) The National School Lunch Program offers cash reimbursement to help schools serve snacks to children in afterschool activities aimed at promoting the health and well being of children and youth in our communities. A school must provide children with regularly scheduled activities in an organized, structured and supervised environment; include educational or enrichment activities (e.g., mentoring or tutoring programs). Competitive interscholastic sports teams are not an eligible afterschool program. The programs must meet State/local licensing requirements, if available, or State/local health and safety standards. All programs that meet the eligibility requirements can participate in the National School Lunch Program and receive USDA reimbursement for afterschool snacks. http://www.fns.usda.gov/school-meals/afterschool-snacks

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STUDENT NUTRITION PROGRAMS Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) is a federally assisted program providing free fresh fruits and vegetables to students in participating elementary schools during the school day.

The goal of the FFVP is to improve children’s overall diet and create healthier eating habits to impact their present and future health. The FFVP will help schools create healthier school environments by providing healthier food choices; expanding the variety of fruits and vegetables children experience; and increasing children’s fruit and vegetable consumption (USDA). http://www.fns.usda.gov/ffvp/fresh-fruit-and-vegetable-program

Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) ensures that low-income children continue to receive nutritious meals when school is not in session. This summer, USDA plans to serve more than 200 million free meals to children 18 years and under at approved SFSP sites (USDA). http://www.fns.usda.gov/sfsp/summer-food-service-program

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