Schools are in session on the 23rd of August.

SFCP anticipates opening its Pre-K doors on Monday, Aug. 30th and will serve approximately 96 children daily.

Grab this opportunity to hear one of the most dynamic national speakers on early education and wellness!

DAVE LAWRENCE is the dynamo behind Florida's successful Children's Trust, the Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade/Monroe, the Florida Partnership for School Readiness and is also a member of the governor's Children and Youth Cabinet.

October 7, 2010 at the Scottish Rite Center
5:30 to 6:30 pm Cocktail Reception
6:30 pm Lecture by David Lawrence, Jr
Dessert, coffee and conversation following the Lecture

This free event is sponsored by

Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center
Rodeo Family Medicine (4001 W. Rodeo Road)
For more information and to RSVP call 505-216-2975

Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center
Arroyo Chamisa Pediatric Center (2025 Gallisteo St.)

For more information and to RSVP call 505-216-2975

United Way of Santa Fe County
invites you to

A HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
 
at Our New
Santa Fe Children’s Project Early Learning Center
Thursday, December 16th
5:00 to 7:00 pm
450 La Madera St.
On the Aspen Community Magnet School Campus
 
Enjoy a Holiday Celebration
with our Pre-Kindergarten Children and their Families, Seasonal Food and Drink, and a performance by the Pre-K class of 2011.
 
There will be an exhibit of photographs of our pre-k children by
Christopher Clark
 
RSVP by December 13th
505-216-2979 or rsvp@uwsfc.org

SFPS District Closed

School board sets election date

The Santa Fe school board has scheduled board elections for Feb. 1.

Three positions are up for election: District 1, currently held by board vice-president Mary Ellen Gonzales; District 2, held by board president Richard Polese; and District 4, held by Angélica Ruiz. Declarations of candidacy and a sworn statement of intent are due with the Santa Fe County Clerk, 102 Grant Ave., on Dec. 21.

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We welcome you to learn about the benefits of infant massage and different strategies that work for your baby. In this workshop we will address massage strokes for digestion, circulation and relaxation; as well as getting to know your baby in a new exciting way. Please bring non scented oil and a baby blanket to this workshop.

Friday, April 22nd 10:30am - 12:00am
Santa Fe Public Library,
Southside Branch
(6599 Jaguar Drive at Country Club Road)

Sponsored by Santa Fe Children's Project and Lisa Church, Certified Infant Massage Instructor and First Born Home Visitor

3 FREE CLASSES Sponsored by Santa Fe Children's Project First Born®

This three-class series will help prepare new families for early parenthood. We cover hands-on infant care, safety, infant development and parenting. We meet every second Monday of the month from 5:15-7:00 pm at the Christus St. Vincent Medical Dental Center auditorium.

Class Two: Keeping Baby Safe
Basic principles of first aid
Car seat safety
Childproofing your home
Promoting a ‘circle of security’ in your family
2011: May 9th, August 8th, November 14th

For more information, or to register

Join us, and other First Born® families, for an enjoyable day at the Santa Fe Children’s Museum.
Admission for First Born families will be FREE.

When: Friday, June 10, 2011
10 am – Noon

Where: Santa Fe Children’s Museum
1050 Old Pecos Trail

Bring snacks, sunscreen, and blankets to sit on!

Santa Fe:
Mobilizing for Education Excellence Summit

Date: June 13, 2011
Time: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Santa Fe Community College, Main Building, Jemez Room
Registration at New Mexico First

People attending the Mobilization for Education Excellence summit are encouraged to read the Santa Fe Mobilization Summit Background Report before the event (Click here for the Spanish Background Report).

3 FREE CLASSES Sponsored by Santa Fe Children's Project First Born®

This three-class series will help prepare new families for early parenthood. We cover hands-on infant care, safety, infant development and parenting. We meet every second Monday of the month from 5:15-7:00 pm at the Christus St. Vincent Medical Dental Center auditorium.

Class Three: Becoming a Family
Tips for moms & dads on managing stress
Integrating parenting in to your life
What to expect in the first 3 months
2011: June 13th, September 12th, December 12th

For more information, or to register

3 FREE CLASSES Sponsored by Santa Fe Children's Project First Born®

This three-class series will help prepare new families for early parenthood. We cover hands-on infant care, safety, infant development and parenting. We meet every second Monday of the month from 5:15-7:00 pm at the Christus St. Vincent Medical Dental Center auditorium.

Class One: Infant Care
Hands-on training in baby bath, diapering, swaddling
Baby calming strategies
Normal eating and sleeping routines for newborns
2011: April 11th, July 11th, October 10th

For more information, or to register

Summer, Sun and Water!
Join us, and other First Born® families, for a workshop on how to protect yourself from the summer sun. We will also have water games and activities for the children.

Friday, July 15, 2011
10:30 am – Noon

450 La Madera
Follow the signs to the “Early Learning Center,”
it is on La Madera near the corner with Agua Fria.

Potluck! Please bring a dish to share and sunscreen!
For more information, or to register call
(505) 819-5484 or baby@uwsfc.org

The partnership between Aspen Community Magnet School and United Way's Santa Fe Children's Project offers a variety of out-of-school time programs and activities that promote literacy, success in school, and lifelong learning in supportive and caring community!

Registration will take place at Aspen Community Magnet School: Friday, Aug.5th and Monday Aug. 8th at the following times: 8-9 a.m., 12-1 p.m., and 5-6 p.m.

For additional information, please contact
Grades K-3
Lisa Rohleder, Community School Coordinator, 505-670-5044, lisar@uwsfc.org

Grades 4-7