Trailblazer Bulletin #22
March 2, 2026

Read Across America
We kicked off Read Across America with some very special guests today!
We were honored to welcome Santa Fe County Fire Chief Jacob Black to Mrs. Vigil’s 1st grade class, and Andy Armadilla and Charlene from Texas Roadhouse to Mrs. LeRouge's 1st grade class and Mrs. Jones 4th grade class.
Thank you all for spending time with our students and helping encourage a love of reading. Your presence made the day even more special, and our students truly enjoyed sharing this experience with you!
Upcoming Dates
March 5th-Parent Teacher Committee Meeting
PTC Meeting
Thursday, March 5 · 3:30 – 4:30pm
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/zoz-isgx-hpc
Or dial: (US) +1 224-858-0479 PIN: 307 219 588#
March 11- Spring Picture Day
March 13 – Basket Bingo (4:00-7:00 pm)
Bring the whole family and try your luck at winning themed gift baskets created by our amazing school families. Enjoy concessions sold by PTC and help support our school programs.
✨ All ages welcome ✨ Great family night out ✨ Doors open at 4:00 PM
State Testing
Snacks Needed!
NM STATE TESTING BEGINS ON THE WEEK OF 3-16-26 FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 3-6
LAST YEAR' SNACK CART WAS A HUGE SUCCESS AND A NICE SUPRISE FOR OUR STUDENTS. WE WANT OT KEEP IT GOING!
WE ARE ASKING FOR SNACK DONATIONS FOR STUDENTS THAT ARE TESTING. IF YOU CAN DONATE SNACKS, PLEASE DROP THEM OFF IN THE OFFICE. THANK YOU SO MUCH!
SNACK REQUESTS: GRANOLA BARS (NO NUTS,) CEREAL BARS, CHIPS, FRUIT SNACKS, CHEESE CRACKERS, JUICES, WATERS
Notes of Encouragement
State testing for our 3rd–6th grade students begins the week of March 16. We would love to surround our students with encouragement and positivity during this important time!
Please stop by the school to write a short, uplifting message to your child on a poster. Make sure to put their name and who it is from! Your words of support will be displayed in the hallway throughout testing week to remind them how proud and loved they are. We will also have it out during Basket Bingo.
Thank you for helping us cheer on our students!
Hallway Rockstars
Congratulations to our February Hallway Rockstars, Ms. Padilla's and Ms. Mary's kindergarten class!! These students have been demonstrating the best line behavior, walking quietly, staying in line, and showing respect in the hallways. Keep up the great work!! Who will be our next Hallway Rockstars?
Trailblazer Excellence Awards
Congratulations to this month's Trailblazer Excellence Award winners! Each month, students in every class are recognized for demonstrating outstanding growth in literacy or math, or for being an exceptional PAX Leader, a student who models positive behavior, teamwork, and leadership by helping create a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment.
Along with their Trailblazer Excellence Award certificate, students receive a special surprise: a golden bubble ticket that can be redeemed for a free medium boba drink of their choice! 🧋✨
A huge thank you to Bubble King for supporting our students and generously donating a drink for every student. Your partnership helps make this recognition extra special!
Staff Members of the Month
🍎 Ms. Katie – 2nd Grade Teacher
Ms. Katie represents positivity, enthusiasm, happiness, kindness, and teamwork each and every day. She is friendly, supportive, and always willing to lend a helping hand. Her sweet and caring nature, along with her joyful and infectious attitude, makes her a wonderful coworker and an amazing teacher. She brings great energy to our campus, and we are so lucky to have her on our team!
🌈 Mrs. Martinez – Pre-K Teacher
Mrs. Martinez has done an outstanding job this year leading a class with diverse needs, showing patience, dedication, and care every single day. She consistently comes to work with a positive attitude and remains committed to supporting her students’ growth and success. Her strong classroom management, resilience, and heart for her students make a lasting impact. We are so grateful for her dedication to our youngest learners!
📚 Ms. Ryer – SAGE Teacher
Ms. Ryer consistently goes above and beyond to challenge her students and inspire a love of learning. She brings innovative ideas, creative projects, and engaging learning experiences into her classroom. She is currently leading an amazing values-based project with her students and collaborates with staff members across campus to enhance learning opportunities. Her passion, teamwork, and commitment to excellence make her an incredible asset to our school community.
Nominate a staff member of the month below!
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Community Events & Resources
2026 Summer Youth Program Registration
Registration is a two-step process.
Step 1:
Beginning Wednesday, April 8, at 8:00 a.m., schedule your registration appointment online.
Step 2:
Attend your in-person registration appointment on:
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Genoveva Chavez Community Center
3221 Rodeo Road
Santa Fe, NM 87507
An online appointment is required before you can register
Learn more here: http://santafenm.gov/.../recreation-programs-and-leagues
We are excited to share that registration is now open for our Neighborhood Forest free tree giveaway! Through this wonderful program, children and families can receive their very own tree to plant and care for, helping students connect with nature and learn about environmental stewardship.
How it works:
• Each registered student can receive a free tree to take home.
• Neighborhood Forest provides native or fruit-bearing tree species selected for our region.
• Tree planting instructions will be shared as we get closer to Earth Day so families know how to plant and care for their tree.
This is a great hands-on opportunity for kids to learn about the environment, the importance of trees, and how small actions can make a big impact!
➡️ Register your child for a free tree today:
https://www.neighborhoodforest.org/registration-services/?school=182638
We look forward to seeing our school community grow its own Neighborhood Forest!
Thank you to our partners
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our partners who have supported our students and families, and staff. Your contributions make a real difference in our school community, and we are so grateful for your partnership!
Amy Biehl Community School's Parents & Families!
Adelante
Audubon
Boys and Girls Club
Bubble King
Caballeros de Vargas
Cooking with Kids
Craft Donuts & Coffee
Dunkin' Donuts
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
El Parasol
Explora
Feed Kids NM
First Serve NM
The Food Depot
Free Flow NM
FS2
Girls Inc.
GCCC
Guadalupe Credit Union
Near Peer
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Parent Academy
Partners in Education
Resolve
Ranch House
Rancho Viejo North
Santa Fe Botanical Gardens
Santa Fe Children's Museum
Santa Fe County Fire-EMS
Santa Fe Public Library
School Heroes Fund
Starbucks - Zafarano location