Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) announced today that Amy Thomas, currently principal of Tesuque Elementary School, has been named the new principal of NYE Early Childhood Center. Thomas will assume the role following the departure of longtime principal Brittany Behenna Griffith, who has served the NYE community for 13 years.


Please review this letter, which contains an important message regarding a concerning social media trend. Por favor, revise esta carta, que contiene un mensaje importante sobre una tendencia preocupante en las redes sociales.


Thank you to community members of Tesuque for donating Tesuque Elementary School hoodies to our students and staff!

Thank you to all the students, families, and staff that donated items for animals at the Española Humane!



Tesuque Elementary's 2025 Winter Concert. Thank you to everyone who showed up to support our students.





Tesuque Elementary - Española Human Donation Drive
Donations due by: Thursday, December 18, 2025
Donations due by: Thursday, December 18, 2025

Bus Route 20 will run this afternoon. Routes 17 and 19 will not run due to poor road conditions. All routes are expected to operate tomorrow. We apologize for the inconvenience.

December Dates to Remember

The Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival played beautiful music for Tesuque Elementary students and staff.



Thank you Ms. Tracy for teaching our students to become amazing artists! Artwork by K, 1, 2, and 3 classes.




Today Creede Repertory Theatre visited Tesuque Elementary and performed "Raquel's Purple Pineapple Adventures."


Join Us at the SFPS Job Fair!
Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference? Santa Fe Public Schools is hosting a Job Fair, and [School Name] is excited to share the opportunity!
Date: Thursday, November 14
Location: 610 Alta Vista Street
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM
We’re hiring for a variety of positions, including:
- ALP Teachers – Bachelor’s degree required
- Educational Assistants
- EBHAs and other support roles
…and more!
…and more!
Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference? Santa Fe Public Schools is hosting a Job Fair, and [School Name] is excited to share the opportunity!
Date: Thursday, November 14
Location: 610 Alta Vista Street
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM
We’re hiring for a variety of positions, including:
- ALP Teachers – Bachelor’s degree required
- Educational Assistants
- EBHAs and other support roles
…and more!
…and more!

🦃🍁 Thanksgiving Break Reminder!
Tesuque Elementary will be closed November 24–28 for Thanksgiving Break.
District administrative offices will be closed November 26–28.
Wishing our students, staff, and families a wonderful holiday! 💛
Tesuque Elementary will be closed November 24–28 for Thanksgiving Break.
District administrative offices will be closed November 26–28.
Wishing our students, staff, and families a wonderful holiday! 💛

Today we honor all who served.
Thank you to the veterans across our nation for your courage, sacrifice, and service. ❤️💙
From all of us at Tesuque Elementary, we are grateful.
Thank you to the veterans across our nation for your courage, sacrifice, and service. ❤️💙
From all of us at Tesuque Elementary, we are grateful.

Join us for our next class of Cooking With Kids where we will be making Fettuccine with Basil Parsley Pesto Sauce. Volunteers would be greatly appreciated as students will be making the pasta from scratch. Thank you!
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 8:15am-10:00am Mr. Villareal/K-1
Tue, 20 Nov 2025 12:30pm-2:00pm Mr.Finnance 6th
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 8:15am-10:00am Mrs. Crystal Trujillo 2/3
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:30pm-2:00pm Odonnell, 4th 5th

Putting Eagles First ✨
Reminder: Election Day is tomorrow! Support Tesuque Elementary and all SFPS schools. The GO Bond & Mill Levy will ensure safe, supportive learning environments across Santa Fe.
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Reminder: Election Day is tomorrow! Support Tesuque Elementary and all SFPS schools. The GO Bond & Mill Levy will ensure safe, supportive learning environments across Santa Fe.
Learn more at www.sfps.info

Want to apply for an SFPS school outside your area for 2026-27? Applications open 11/1. Priority deadline ends Jan 31, 2026. More info: sfps.info/page/lottery


Putting Eagles First ✨
Here at Tesuque Elementary, the GO Bond will provide roof maintenance and exterior lighting upgrades.
✅ The Mill Levy supports all SFPS schools and public charter schools—funding maintenance, equipment, and paying our hardworking custodians. Also, the GO Bond & Mill Levy will not raise taxes!
Learn more at www.sfps.info
Here at Tesuque Elementary, the GO Bond will provide roof maintenance and exterior lighting upgrades.
✅ The Mill Levy supports all SFPS schools and public charter schools—funding maintenance, equipment, and paying our hardworking custodians. Also, the GO Bond & Mill Levy will not raise taxes!
Learn more at www.sfps.info

October Spirit Week
October 27th - October 31st

6th graders studied the work of Tim Burton and drew self portraits using his techniques of exaggerated features, dark lines, and expressive eyes.




