Communities In Schools of New Mexico

09/03/2026

A sweet way to celebrate our families!

On September 3, as part of Del Norte High School’s “20 Day Kick-Off” initiative, our Student Success Facilitator, Kennedy, joined school staff in handing out donuts to family members who dropped their students off on time.

The first 20 days of a new school year are an important time for students to build positive attendance habits, engage in learning, and develop a strong sense of belonging at school.

While we’re celebrating students for showing up and building those positive habits, we also want to recognize the families who work hard every day to make sure their students arrive at school on time and ready to learn. ❤️

Thank you, families, for all you do to support your students!

Go Knights!

09/02/2026

At Communities In Schools of New Mexico, learning is one of our core values—and we know meaningful learning goes far beyond getting the right answer.

We’re proud to support and learn alongside our partners at Santa Fe Public Schools as they create opportunities for students to ask not only “What’s the answer?” but “How do I know?” and “Why does it work?”

In the latest episode of Inside SFPS, STEM Coordinator Arturo Lujan explores how math instruction can help students build conceptual understanding, make connections, and develop the confidence to think beyond memorization.

We love seeing this commitment to curiosity, deeper thinking, and lifelong learning across our community. ❤️

🎙️ Check out the latest episode of Inside SFPS to learn more

09/01/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Santa Fe Public Schools! 💙

We’re so grateful to Santa Fe Public Schools for hosting the final day of our CISNM Back-to-School Retreat at the B.F. Young Professional Center and providing expert-level training to help our team better support students and families.

A special thank you to Dr. Cynthia Maynard, Executive Director of Exceptional Student Services, and the SFPS team for sharing your expertise, welcoming us as partners and reminding us that we belong here.

We’re stronger together—and our students and families are better served because of it. ❤️

08/31/2026

At Communities In Schools of New Mexico, whether we’re in the classroom or nature’s classroom, we’re always learning, reflecting, and cultivating community.

On the final day of our back-to-school retreat, as we kicked off the 2026–2027 school year, we came together to swap stories, unwind, play, and reconnect with why we do what we do—for our students and our community.

We are present for each other so we can continue providing support to students across 14 Title I schools in Santa Fe and Albuquerque.

We’re excited to keep this momentum going and head into the year ahead doing what we do best: showing up, breaking down barriers to support services, and serving our students and families. ❤️

08/31/2026

Whether we’re in the classroom or nature’s classroom, we’re always learning, reflecting, and cultivating community.

On the final day of our back-to-school retreat, we took some time to swap stories, unwind, play, and reconnect as we kicked off the 2026–2027 school year.

We are present for each other so we can continue providing support to students and families across 14 Title I schools in Santa Fe and Albuquerque.

We’re excited to keep the momentum going and spend the year ahead doing what we do best: showing up, breaking down barriers to support services, and serving our students and families.

Here’s to 2026–2027! ✨

NewMexicoEducation TitleISchools SantaFeNM AlbuquerqueNM BackToSchool StudentSupport CommunitySchools

08/21/2026

Milagro Middle School, Nava Elementary, Santa Fe High, ECO High, and Chaparral Elementary are currently in a shelter-in-place due to a bear sighting in the surrounding neighborhood.

Milagro Middle School, Nava Elementary, Santa Fe High, ECO High, and Chaparral Elementary are currently in a shelter-in-place due to a bear sighting in the surrounding neighborhood. Students and staff are safe, and we will provide an update soon. Thank you for your understanding.

08/17/2026

The Communities In Schools of New Mexico team was so excited to tour The Food Depot on August 13! 💚

During the 2025–2026 school year, CISNM provided 122,168 meals to students and families at our Title I partner schools. We love our incredible partner, The Food Depot, and are grateful for their support in helping us make sure students and families have access to the food they need.

Strong community partnerships make this work possible. Thank you, The Food Depot, for all you do for New Mexico families!

08/14/2026

Big thanks to The Sena Team at CrossCountry Mortgage and realtor Andrea H. Padilla for collecting lots of fabulous backpacks yesterday at the Santa Fe Capital Grill! 🎒✏️🍎🏫

Board member Lou Tilmont dropped them off with Program Director Harper Whaley this morning so they can get out to the schools first thing Monday.

08/06/2026

The first day of school is here at Capital High School

Our Student Success Facilitators—Nate Benham, Maria Gonzales, Erica Reyes, and Jasmin Castillo—are excited to welcome students back for another year of learning, growth, and opportunity. They're ready to help every Jaguar feel supported, connected, and prepared for success.

Here's to a fantastic school year filled with new goals, new achievements, and plenty of Jaguar pride.

Go Jaguars! 💙🐆 We can't wait to see what this year brings!

07/24/2026

🎉 Join us in celebrating one of our amazing community partners, St. Elizabeth Shelters, as they mark 40 years of serving our community!

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of live music, great food, and fun at the 40th Anniversary Fundraising Concert & Community Day featuring Nosotros, Mariachi Differencia, and DJ LiteSpeed. Enjoy food trucks, outdoor games, face painting, and plenty of family-friendly activities—all while supporting the important work of St. Elizabeth Shelters.

📅 Saturday, August 8
🕛 12:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 The Bridge at Santa Fe Brewing Company
37 Fire Place

🎟️ Tickets:
• $25 General Admission
• $40 VIP
• FREE for ages 18 and under

Purchase tickets in advance or at the door. Learn more and get your tickets here: https://steshelter.ejoinme.org/communityday

Help celebrate 40 years of hope, compassion, and community—we hope to see you there! 💙