We are honored to announce that Farmington Municipal Schools has been named a "Best Community for Music Education" for the 7th year in a row by the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation! This prestigious recognition is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our Fine Arts Department and our incredible music teachers who go above and beyond to provide our students with an outstanding music education. We couldn't be prouder of their achievements! Thank you to the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation for this recognition.
FMS, an updated 2023-24 academic calendar with minor changes was approved by the Board of Education last night. The first day of school for Kindergarten, 6th, and 9th grades will now be August 10, 2023. The rest of the grades will start on August 11, 2023. May 24, 2024, will now be a full day for students instead of a professional day. The last day of school will now be May 24, 2024. Not on the calendar, but please note that the school day has increased in elementary by 20 minutes (class will end at 3:05 p.m.), 10 minutes in middle school (class will end at 3:45 p.m.), and 3 minutes in high school (class will end at 3:15 p.m.).
A preschool calendar should be available in May.
Read more: https://www.farmingtonschools.us/article/1079868
Last week, the halls of Country Club, Bluffview, Northeast, McKinley, and Esperanza were alive with the sounds of music, poetry, dance, art, and acting, as the Connie Gotsch Arts Foundation brought their exciting and engaging “Young Audience Concerts” to our elementaries! The 4th and 5th-grade students were thrilled as they were taken on a journey through a world of creativity, imagination, and inspiration. Read more: https://www.farmingtonschools.us/article/1076671
Mark your calendars, FMS. The first 40 students will receive a book!
April 4, 2023: This afternoon, the Board of Education approved Resolution 2023-R13 which selects a general contractor for re-roofing projects at Mesa View Middle School and Esperanza Elementary School. The general contractor selected for these projects is Jaynes Corporation. The projects have a budget of 500 thousand dollars and one million 800 thousand dollars, respectively, and are funded by American Recovery Plan assets. More to come.
Looking for our proposed 2023-24 FMS Budget Breakdown and Expenditures? You can find that information and the budget timeline on our Financial Transparency page. Visit https://www.farmingtonschools.us/page/finance for more information.
FMS families of students in grades K-5, you are invited to a Community Open House for the Social Studies materials. You will be able to review materials we are considering for adoption and provide feedback via a quick survey. This process will help the FMS Teacher Team decide the scale of the materials adoption next year. Materials will be available on tables outside of the Animas room for people to take a closer look. This event will take place on 👉 March 9, from 3:30-5:00 p.m., at Central Office (3401 E. 30th Street) on the 4th floor. See you then!
We celebrate National School Social Work week from March 5-11, 2023. Thank you for supporting our students, families, and school communities! #RisingToExcellenceInEveryPursuit #WeAreFMS
FMS, our featured “Fresh Picks” in March is Brussel Sprouts! We will feature them on our menu during the month. Take a look at what we are serving students this month. Find our menus at https://www.farmingtonschools.us
FMS, we celebrate National School Breakfast Week from March 6 – 10. Our Student Nutrition Department will have yummy new hot breakfast options for students all week. Don't worry if your student's school is not offering a hot breakfast item, they are still getting a delicious and nutritious grab-and-go breakfast to enjoy in their classroom! Looking for our menus? Find them at https://www.farmingtonschools.us.
FMS, due to bad weather conditions, THERE IS A 2-HOUR DELAY TODAY, March 2, 2023. Thank you. Stay safe.
Familias de Farmington, debido al mal clima de hoy, tendremos un RETRASO DE DOS HORAS en todas las clases. Tengan cuidado. Gracias.
Tł'óó'óh óhoot'éhígíí biniinaa, naaki ahéé'ílkidgo íinda, ólta hahodoolzhizh. Ahéhee'. Ádaa áhólyą́.
FMS families of students in grades K-5, you are invited to a Community Open House for the Social Studies materials. You will be able to review materials we are considering for adoption and provide feedback via a quick survey. This process will help the FMS Teacher Team decide the scale of the materials adoption next year. Materials will be available on tables outside of the Animas room for people to take a closer look. This event will take place on 👉 March 9, from 3:30-5:00 p.m., at Central Office (3401 E. 30th Street) on the 4th floor. See you then!
Congratulations to our students that competed and placed in the 2023 FMS District Science Fair, which took place on Saturday, February 4, at Piedra Vista High School. Visit https://district.fms.k12.nm.us/article/989337 to see the lists of winners. Visit https://ImmersiveEducation.org/spaces/science/fair to view this year's amazing 3D projects from our students and sponsors.
Science Fair Judges Needed!
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/esperanzaelementaryschool10
The Book Fair is coming to our School January 23rd - 27th. Keep and eye out for more information. The link above is to our Book Fair Page you can preview the books early, set up your e-wallet and much more....
Come and join us in the Library on Thursday, January 5th @ 3pm for our PTO/PAC Meeting. Share your thoughts and ideas. All are welcome to attend.
My Holiday Fair will be at Esperanza Elementary School
December 5th - 9th. 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
PTO is looking for Volunteers to help with the fair. If you are interested in Volunteering please contact:
Sabrina - schavez@fms.k12.nm.us - 505-599-8676 ext. 2005
Stacey - smccann@fms.k12.nm.us
We are excited to have the Holiday Fair Return to our School.
Take a look at our Specials Newsletter for the month of December.
Spelling Bee Monday, November 14th @ 830 am.
Parents are welcome to come.
Let's continue to highlight and celebrate the diverse and rich culture of Native American people.
