FMS, we’re proud to share that members of our Athletics Team are being honored by the New Mexico Athletic Directors Association (NMADA) for their outstanding leadership and dedication to our students and schools. Please join us in congratulating: Ms. Dawn Kynast, Athletic & Activities Director at Piedra Vista High School – Rookie Athletic Director of the Year! Mr. Johnny Curry, Athletic & Activities Director at Farmington High School – Athletic Director of the Year! Mr. Issac Gamboa, Executive Director of Operations & Athletics – Northwest Region Athletic Director of the Year! These well-deserved recognitions highlight the incredible commitment our team brings to supporting student athletics across the district. Congratulations to all three on this wonderful achievement! The awards will be officially presented on July 18 in Albuquerque.
FMS Families, we’re excited to share that our very own Student Nutrition Coordinator, Ms. Marie Johnson, was featured in Eating History—a wonderful, one-hour documentary that explores New Mexico’s deep and unique connection to food. The film also highlights some amazing local partners, including Bidii Baby Foods and Carson Stark, a former FHS student who is now a farmer. You can watch the full documentary here: https://www.eatinghistory-nm.com. Want to learn more? You can also check out an article in Pasatiempo by Kylie Garcia. You can read it here: https://enewmexican.pressreader.com/article/281573771242625.
FMS, check out this upcoming Birth Certificate Replacement and Measles Vaccines event from the New Mexico Department of Health. Please share.
FMS In The News – Class of 2025 leads the way for Indigenous graduation regalia. By Shaun Griswold and Bella Davis, High Country News. In New Mexico, graduation is central to the colonial experiment shared by the Apache, Diné, Pueblo and people who have lived and taught in the area for time immortal. Read more: https://www.hcn.org/articles/class-of-2025-leads-the-way-for-indigenous-graduation-regalia/
FMS In The News – Rio Rancho's Black, Piedra Vista's Yost earn 5A state golf titles. By James Yodice, Albuquerque Journal. The 5A girls tournament belonged, perhaps even before everyone teed off on Monday morning in Round 1, to Piedra Vista senior Annie Yost. Yost, headed for Florida Golf Coast, easily played the most brilliant golf, boy or girl, of anyone at the three state tournament venues this week, Yost started the day in front after a solid 2-under 71 on Monday. On Tuesday, she shot one of the great rounds in the history of the tournament, a spectacular 7-under 66, as she finished the two days with a 137 total, 9 under on her home course. She made nine birdies in her round on Tuesday. Fittingly, she closed with a final birdie on the 18th, her final hole, and successfully went back-to-back in 5A, after her victory at Twin Warriors Golf Club a year ago. Yost during one stretch made eight birdies in a sizzling 12-hole stretch. She opened with a bogey, but birdied Nos. 3, 5, 6 and 9 to turn at 3-under. After parring the 10th, she birdied four straight holes, 11-14, and a near hole-out eagle at 12 was the first time she thought “this is my day.” And then closed in style to some loud cheers. Yost finished 12 shots in front of Organ Mountain’s Eleanor Warden, who started the day just three shots behind. Not surprisingly, Piedra Vista’s girls also won the 5A title, although the Panthers needed most every bit of Yost’s efforts. Piedra Vista finished the 36 holes at 670, a dozen shots in front of runner-up La Cueva. Centennial was far back in third place. Piedra Vista’s girls and Volcano Vista’s boys won the state championship for the second year in a row. Photo provided by Turkeyboy Photography. Read more: https://www.abqjournal.com/sports/article_96bea29b-a4c3-4bcd-9969-7892b7201bee.html#1
School nurses are our first responders for medical concerns. School nurses and nurse aides are the first place a student thinks to go when they don't feel well or have been hurt. But they also provide a wealth of information that supports a successful education as well. The observance reminds us of all the great reasons the nurse is available to your school. They provide more than Band-Aids for scrapes on the playground and check for fevers when a child shows the first sign of illness. Thank you!
On April 22, all FMS students received a planting kit as part of our Earth Day Challenge. The goal is for students to plant their seeds—either in a pot or directly in the ground—and track their progress. This fun activity encourages healthy habits early in life and helps students develop a lifelong love for growing and eating fruits and vegetables. Want to join the challenge? Visit https://www.farmingtonschools.us/page/earth-day to register by May 23, 2025. Students who sign up will receive instructions for completing a short video or PowerPoint presentation showcasing their planting journey. These will be shared by Monday, June 2, 2025. Students with the best reports in elementary, middle, and high school will each win a $100 Growers Bucks prize to spend at the Farmington Growers Market.
FMS, we are thrilled to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5-9) by releasing our new FMS Teacher Talk Podcast dedicated to our teaching community. In our premiere episode, we sat down with Piedra Vista's very own Ms. Mari Floyd. Listen to the full audio of this interview at https://bit.ly/FMS-Teacher-Talk-Podcast or https://www.farmingtonschools.us/page/podcast. Stay tuned for more episodes!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week - May 5-9, 2025! FMS, this week is the perfect time for us to say thank you for all the love, energy, and hard work they pour into our children’s lives! Our teachers do so much more than teach—they guide, encourage, and inspire our kids every single day. Their care and dedication reach far beyond the classroom, helping shape not just smart students, but kind and curious people. Let’s show them how much we appreciate everything they do!
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April 28, 2025: Quick reminder that today’s SPMAC Meeting starts at 5:00 p.m. at Central Kitchen (305 N. Court Avenue). The Student-Parent Menu Advisory Committee (SPMAC) meetings are great opportunities to share your thoughts and ideas about school meals. We’d love to hear from you and work together to improve our school’s menu even more!
Save the Date! Thank you to San Juan Pediatrics for donating their time and services!
FMS In The News – ‘Our language is alive.’ Record 22 students honored with Seal of Bilingual Proficiency. By Robert Bettis, Navajo Times. Colton George of Piedra Vista High School wears his Pendleton honor blanket after receiving his award, dedicating his achievement to his late mother, who inspired his language journey. Read more: https://navajotimes.com/edu/our-language-is-alive-record-22-students-honored-with-seal-of-bilingual-proficiency/
FMS In The News – PV sophomore repeats as state champ. By Quentin Jodie, Navajo Times. In the Class 5A girls championship, Piedra Vista senior Haleigh Doyle eked out her second consecutive state crown at 97 pounds. “I was the state champion last year, so I’m a two-timer now,” Doyle said. “I’m so excited because I really had a pretty rough start. I honestly almost bombed out, and I wasn’t expecting to get first this year, but I’m just super thankful that I was able to pull myself together.” Read more: https://navajotimes.com/rezsports/pv-sophomore-repeats-as-state-champ/
FMS, we would like to congratulate our eight outstanding student-athletes who have qualified for the State Powerlifting Championships! This incredible competition will take place at the Rio Rancho Events Center this Friday, April 4. From Piedra Vista: Haleigh Doyle (97 lb. weight class), Rebecca Laird (97 lb. weight class), Maria Laird (105 lb. weight class), Toni Hogue (220 lb. weight class), and Mariah Marquez (123 lb. weight class). From Farmington High: Liana Lucero (105 lb. weight class), Paisleigh Felder (123 lb. weight class), and Jordyn Parks (165 lb. weight class). A special congratulations to Liana, Paisleigh, and Jordyn, who have made history as the first-ever athletes from Farmington High to qualify for the State Powerlifting Competition! We are so proud of these young ladies and the incredible progress of our powerlifting programs, especially considering how new they are. Let’s show them our full support as they represent our schools at State this Friday!
FMS In The News – Piedra Vista shines at 2025 Linda Crabtree Softball Challenge. By Truman Begaye, Navajo Times. Hosts of the 2025 Linda Crabtree Softball Challenge, the Piedra Vista Lady Panthers (9-5-1) rolled through their tournament schedule, winning four out of five games at the Farmington Sports Complex. Read more: https://navajotimes.com/rezsports/baseball/piedra-vista-shines-at-2025-linda-crabtree-softball-challenge/
The Jr. Chef Competition is happening on Saturday, April 12, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Farmington High School. Our panel of judges includes Ms. Tina Nichols (FHS), Mr. Raul Perez (K12 BY ELIOR), and special guest judge Mr. Justin Pioche. We’re thrilled to share that the Piedra Vista Filmmaking Class will be livestreaming the event, so you can also watch all the action from home. Plus, Student Nutrition’s very own Jojo Reed will provide special commentary to make the experience even more fun. A heartfelt thank you to Hill Corps Gas & Oil, our generous main sponsor for this event and the student scholarships, helping to support this incredible opportunity!
👩🍳 Who Can Join? Students in grades 4-12 can form teams of 1-4 members from the same school (team members can be in different grade levels). 📝 How to Sign Up? Register online at https://bit.ly/JuniorChefRegistration. The deadline to register is March 24.
Check out the Boys and Girls Class 5A brackets for the 2025 Nusenda Credit Union State Basketball Championships! Get ready to cheer on your student-athletes and enjoy the excitement of tournament play. The Lady Scorps host Cleveland on March 7 at 6:00 p.m. The Lady Panthers play away at Hobbs on March 7 at 6:00 p.m. FHS Boys play away at Organ Mountain on March 8 at 6:00 p.m. Visit https://www.nmact.org/2025/03/2025-nusenda-credit-union-state-basketball-brackets-released to view the full brackets.
FMS In The News – Graduation cap decorations now allowed in Farmington schools. By Jacqlin Aragon, KOB. Since last year’s graduation, they’ve been listening and working closely with a variety of stakeholders to ensure the best outcomes for our students. Students couldn’t be more thrilled about the outcome. Read more: https://www.kob.com/new-mexico/four-corners/graduation-cap-decorations-now-allowed-in-farmington-schools/
Queridas Familias, Estudiantes, Personal y Miembros de la Comunidad, las Escuelas Municipales de Farmington necesitan su opinión para seguir mejorando nuestros servicios. Favor de llenar nuestra encuesta antes del 21 de marzo—¡No pierda esta oportunidad de marcar la diferencia! Tome unos minutos para completar nuestra encuesta en: 👉 https://bit.ly/FMS-Input-Survey-Espanol
