You're invited to the Parent Resource Fair & Panel Discussion, hosted by the NMPED Office of Special Education. This event will provide valuable resources and information for families of students with disabilities. Explore a variety of resources tailored to help support your child, and stick around for a special Panel Discussion with experts who will share their insights and experiences on the best ways to support students with disabilities. We hope to see you there! 🗓️ When: September 30, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. 📍Where: San Juan College (4601 College Blvd, Farmington). For more information or any questions, feel free to reach out to Jessica Dinsmore at Jessica.Dinsmore@ped.nm.gov.
All schools and offices are closed today, Monday, September 2, 2024. See you tomorrow, FMS!
We cordially invite you to attend our next Board of Education Meeting, on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Work Session starts at 3:45 p.m. Regular Meeting starts at 5:15 p.m.
From buses to swamp coolers and other great finds, our current auctions have the items you need! Visit our Public Surplus website to explore: https://bit.ly/FMSPublicSurplus
Welcome back to school, FMS students! Get ready for an incredible academic year filled with excitement and discovery. We’re here to support you every step of the way. In our classrooms, you’re encouraged to ask questions, take risks, and grow both academically and personally. Let’s make it a great year! #BackToSchool #RisingToExcellence
FMS families, July 31 is the final day of our Seamless Summer Feeding Program, and we have something special for you! Come by Central Kitchen (305 N. Court Ave.) between 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. to pick up free five-day meal kits for your kids, including both breakfast and lunch. These kits are available for all children 18 and under, so make sure to stop by while supplies last. See you there!
FMS, the first day of school is right around the corner! Kindergarten, 6th, and 9th graders will start classes on August 7. All other grades will begin school on August 8. Preschool students begin their journey on August 12. Visit https://www.farmingtonschools.us/page/back-to-school for more details on start and end times, as well as our full calendar.
FMS In The News: Farmington Municipal Schools Makes Changes to Crossing Guard Program. By Jacqlin Aragon, KOB. The new school year is right around the corner and before that first bell rings, Farmington Municipal Schools wants to make sure all students are safe, getting to and from school. Read more: https://www.kob.com/new-mexico/farmington-municipal-schools-makes-changes-to-crossing-guard-program/
FMS In The News: SUN Bucks program provides food assistance to children in New Mexico. By Jacqlin Aragon, KOB. The New Mexico Education Department is making sure any student who needs help getting meals this summer aren’t left with no place to go. Eligible students can now apply for “SUN Bucks” with the launch of the USDA’s new summer nutrition SUN Programs. “We just really want to keep our kids nutritionally sound during the summer months while school is out. And when they come back in August, they’re ready to go,” said Marie Johnson, a student nutrition coordinator for FMS. Rea more: https://www.kob.com/new-mexico/sun-bucks-program-provides-food-assistance-to-children-in-new-mexico/
Have a Preschooler? If your child turns 4 before August 31, 2024, enroll them at Farmington Preschool Academy West! Remember to bring all necessary documents for registration. The last day for office staff assistance is Monday, June 3, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You can register for preschool here: https://bit.ly/FPA-West-Enrollment (English) or https://bit.ly/FPA-West-Enrollment-Espanol (Spanish). For more information and links, visit https://bit.ly/ChooseFMS
Are you a Returning Student? Just complete the Annual Online Information Update. It’s that simple! For more information and links, visit https://bit.ly/ChooseFMS
Farmington Families, enrollment for the 2024-25 School Year is Now Open!
New to our district? If you're new and not currently enrolled in one of our FMS schools, you can register here: https://bit.ly/FMS-Registration (English) or https://bit.ly/FMS-Inscripcion-en-Espanol (Spanish). For more information and links, visit https://bit.ly/ChooseFMS
FMS families, join New Mexico’s free Summer Reading Program! Designed for kids from kindergarten to 8th grade, the program offers small group reading sessions with trained instructors. Watch your child catch up on reading skills, build confidence, and excel in school. Don’t miss this chance to boost your child's literacy and love for reading! Sign up today at https://www.literacy.nm.gov
Today is National School Nurse Day! We honor all school nurse leaders bridging healthcare and education, providing care coordination, advocating for quality student-centered care, and collaborating to design systems that allow individuals and communities to develop their full potential! Thank you, FMS School Nurses! #SND2024 #SchoolNurses
FMS, let's come together to honor our amazing educators during Teacher Appreciation Week. It's a perfect time to show them how much we care! Share your shout-outs and words of appreciation in person or on social media using the hashtag #ThankATeacher.
We're truly grateful for our school principals and assistant principals. They work hard every day to help our students, teachers, and community. Thank you!
FMS In The News: Community garden opens at Animas Elementary School with dancing, music, and more. By Mike Easterling, Farmington Daily Times. The Animas Elementary School Community Garden features a dozen wooden planters where fresh produce is being grown, along with a small orchard, a greenhouse, and blackberry bushes. Read more: https://www.daily-times.com/story/news/local/2024/04/24/animas-elementary-school-opens-grounds-for-community-garden-party/73408190007/
On Monday, April 15, 2024, our Elementary Math and English Language Arts (ELA) Teams had their final meeting of the year, where they celebrated their hard work and exchanged their top ideas. Throughout the year, these teams have been dedicated to improving teaching methods, focusing on better ways to keep track of students' progress and keep families informed about their learning journey. Now, they'll head back to their schools to kickstart a new phase, sharing insights from their colleagues and spreading their best practices within their school communities. A big thank you goes out to our educators and the Curriculum & Instruction Team for tackling this crucial mission.
FMS families and staff, you are invited to an Evening of Native American Stories and Music, on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Piedra Vista High School's Turano Chrisman Theater. Please share! See you there!
Parents, join us for an important webinar on cyberbullying! Mark your calendars for March 12 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom. Register here: https://bit.ly/Cyberbullying-Linewize-Reg. In just 30 minutes, Linewize's Director of Wellbeing, Teodora Pavkovic, will equip you with practical strategies to keep your kids safe online. Learn how to tackle cyberbullying and establish healthy digital habits using the ABC approach. Don't miss out - bring your questions for our live Q&A session at the end! See you at the webinar!
