CHS

November 4 -Election Day NO SCHOOL

November 13 - Thanksgiving Lunch 12:30 - 1:15

November 13 - FAFSA Parent Night 5:00 - 7:00pm

November 6 - Volleyball Capital vs. Eldorado 6:00pm

The Capital Jaguar Football Team currently holds a 4-5 record with one regular-season game remaining. This week, the Jaguars will face the Belen Eagles, with the winner earning the title of District 1-5A Runner-Up.

It has truly been a season of growth for our student-athletes. From a challenging start to where we stand today, these young men have shown remarkable resilience and determination. Through early adversity, they learned valuable lessons, strengthened their bond, and came together as a unified team—representing the pride and spirit of Capital High School.

Dear Families,

With the anticipated SNAP freeze, I wanted to share a resource that was printed in the Santa Fe New Mexican this week.

Where to find a free meal

Meals for seniors: The city of Santa Fe's Senior Services Division serves dine-in lunch from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Seniors 60 and older must register for the program to attend and receive a meal.

Hot meals are served at the Mary Esther Gonzales, Luisa and Pasatiempo senior centers. Transportation to meal sites is also available. For more information, visit santafenm.gov/community-services/division-of-senior-services.

Meals for teens: Meals are provided at the Santa Fe Teen Center, registration for which is free to any youth ages 12 to 18. Meals are served from 3 to 7 p.m. daily, and two meals are available Saturdays between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

To register to become a Teen Center member, visit: santafenm.gov/community-services/recreation/teen-center.

Meals for children: Restaurants throughout New Mexico are offering free meals for children starting in early November.

In Santa Fe:

• Yin Yang Chinese Restaurant: Free lunch buffet meal for children starting Nov. 3.
• Café Castro: Free bean and cheese burrito for children under 12; child must be present.

In Edgewood and Moriarty:

• Route 66 Coffee & Boba: Any person "who is struggling and needs something to eat or breakfast for your child(ren)" can receive a bagel and a drink. Receive a 25% discount on a drink for bringing in nonperishable food.
• ButterCrust Pizza: One small single topping pizza per child; child must be present.

In Rio Rancho:

• The Hopper Pub and Pizzeria: Free small kid's pizza per child; child must be present.
• Delectable Baking Co.: Free sack lunches, snacks and pantry items for children and seniors.

In Albuquerque:

• Burrow Cafe: One free kids' menu item per child; child must be present.
• Chicken Salad Chick: One free kid's meal per child; child must be present.
• Chile Chicken Nashville Hot Chicken: One free kid's meal per child for children 12 and under. Child must be present.
• Meraki Coffee + Market: One free breakfast sandwich per child.
• Mrs. Sprinkles Ice Cream: One free mini scoop (sprinkles included) per child; child must be present.
• Napoli Coffee: One free kid's meal per child; child must be present.
• Richie B's Pizza: One free topping slice of pizza per child 12 or younger; child must be present.
• Rio Grande Social: Free cheese pizza to any school-aged child affected by SNAP changes. Complimentary Social Platter breakfast for disabled veterans and seniors on Saturday and Sunday from 9 to 11:45 a.m. Ask for the "social platter special."
• Tacos Pita: Children and seniors eat free; children and seniors must be present.
• Tasty Pot NM: Free kids meals for affected families. Mention the "tasty kid's special" to staff members.
• The Homestead Cafe: Free meals for children Friday, Saturday and Sunday; children must be present.
• The Le Bakery: Free kid's meal of cheesy bread or egg sandwich.
• The Girls Coffee House: Every child and up to two accompanying adults and "any disabled community member" will receive a free hot dog or peanut butter and jelly sandwich. All recipients must be present.
• The Yeller Sub: Free kids meal per child; children must be present. Mention the "got your back kids special."
• Urban Hotdog Co.: One free classic starter hotdog per child; child must be present. Mention the "UHDC kids special."

Find a food pantry near you at thefooddepot.org/food-assistance.

Summer 2026 Student Trip to France & Spain
We’re excited to share that students will have the opportunity to travel to France and Spain in Summer

2026 through EF Tours! This 10-day educational trip will include stops in Paris, Provence, and Barcelona, offering students an unforgettable experience exploring European culture, history, and cuisine. Please note that this is a non–school-sponsored trip. Interested families can reach out to Ms. Mariel in room 174 for details about the trip.

The Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) School Choice Lottery for the 2026–2027 academic year is set to open on November 1, 2025.

This lottery is for all K–12 students who wish to attend a school other than the one assigned to their attendance area. To ensure your child receives priority placement in the lottery, all applications must be submitted by the deadline.

Key Dates:

• Lottery Opens: November 1, 2025

• Priority Deadline: January 31, 2026

Please review the attached flyer and visit the link below for full details on eligibility, timelines, and how to apply.

Apply Here: www.sfps.info/page/lottery

- FAFSA Workshops for Seniors

Seniors will be participating in FAFSA workshops during Advisory Period beginning October 29th - November 19th. We will also host FAFSA nights for families!

The FAFSA is important because it is the key to accessing the largest source of financial aid for college, including federal grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships from states and colleges. Completing the free application is essential for making college more affordable, as it determines your eligibility for financial aid and can be a requirement for receiving aid or even for high school graduation in some states. Applying early is also advantageous because many aid programs, especially need-based ones, are first-come, first-served.

Key reasons FAFSA is important

• Opens up the largest source of financial aid:

  The FAFSA is the gateway to federal aid like grants, which don't have to be repaid, and federal student loans.

• Provides access to grants and scholarships:

  It is a prerequisite for many private scholarships and aid programs, and some state and institutional aid.

• Enables eligibility for work-study programs:

  The application determines your eligibility for federal work-study programs, which allow you to earn money through a campus job.

• Is a requirement for college and state aid:

  Many colleges and states use FAFSA information to award their own financial aid packages.

• Maximizes your financial aid:

  Completing it is crucial even if you don't think you qualify for aid, as you could still be eligible for loans or need-based institutional scholarships.

• Secures federal student loans:

  It is required to be considered for federal student loans, which can have more favorable terms than private loans.