Socorro Consolidated Schools

This #warriorwedneday SCS would like to introduce Alfonso Otero, Assistant Principal and Interim AD at SHS. Al graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education at Emporia State University and a Master’s Degree in School Leadership. Upon completing Post-Secondary Education, he served in the Army as a Signal Analyst (Military Intelligence) with the Big Red One at Fort Riley, Kansas. He is in his 26th year in education, with 21 years teaching art and the other five in administration at the secondary level. We look forward to Al using his experience to support our students, teachers, and community. Please help us welcome Mr. Otero!

Socorro Consolidated Schools has the following positions open for this year: Admin Asst Level VI https://socorro.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=690 Director of Special Education https://socorro.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=689 Project AWARE Mental Health Clinician https://socorro.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=688 Educational Assistant Parkview Elementary https://socorro.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=686 AG Science Teacher SMS https://socorro.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=684 Special Education Teacher SHS https://socorro.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=646 We also have opportunities available for next school year. Se all postings at https://socorro.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx

This #warriorwednesday SCS would like to introduce Jackie Muncy and Samantha Vivian-Gonzales; the Coordinator and Navigator for the District’s new Project AWARE Program. Project AWARE will provide a broad scale of mental health and wellness services and training across all schools within Socorro Consolidated Schools Distract by promoting healthy development of school aged youth and preventing violence. The priority is to develop and implement a comprehensive plan of culturally competent and developmentally appropriate evidenced-based school - and community- based Mental Health Services. These services will be provided by a team providing prevention and treatment services. This school based team will ensure wrap around care of youth and families within Socorro Consolidated Schools. #raisingthebar #socorroproud #ProjectAWARE

It’s #warriorwednesday and today we would like to recognize Ruben Gonzales, a District Maintenance Worker. Ruben has worked for several years at SCS as a sub in the Food Service and Operations Departments and joined the Maintenance Department fulltime in 2021. Ruben is a hard worker and always willing to pitch in no matter the task. Ruben is an #shsgrad #classof1999.

PUBLIC BUDGET FORUM NOTICE The Budget Sub-Committee of Socorro Consolidated Schools’ Board of Eduction is hosting an open budget forum on Tuesday April 5, 2022 beginning at 5:30pm. The meeting will be held at 700 Franklin Street in Socorro, NM. The purpose of the meeting is to solicit discussion and input from parents and community members regarding the Fiscal Year 2223 Budget.

Game times and links to purchase tickets. Girls Varsity - Fri 3/4, vs West Las Vegas Lady Dons @ 6pm, Home https://gofan.co/app/events/565945 Boys - Sat 3/5, vs Tucumcari Rattlers @ 5pm, Home. https://gofan.co/app/events/566044 See you there! Go warriors!

His #warriorwednesday SCS would like to recognize Cody Johnston, SHS Senior #classof2022 and Student Worker in our Transportation Department. Cody helps the department in various ways including working dispatch, IT support, washing buses, keeping the shop organized, and creating student bus passes. He is a hard worker and always willing to step in and help; during the school closures he worked with the District to help deliver student meals. Cody is also very active in extracurricular activities, including Swim, Soccer, Track, Student Council, Newspaper, Science Olympiad and a youth swim coach in the summers. After graduation Cody plans to pursue a degree in Computer Science. Cody is an amazing young man with a bright future ahead of him! Thank you Cody!!! #educatenurtureinspire #onceawarrioralwaysawarrior

Socorro Consolidated Schools is happy to announce a partnership with the City of Socorro and the County of Socorro to provide security resource officers at our middle and high schools. We are excited about this new partnership and the safety and security it will provide to our students. Thank you to both of these entities for helping us with these needs!

This #warriorwednesday SCS would like to recognize Kristen Griego, a Speech-Language Pathologist in our Special Services Department. She works primarily with elementary age students in our district and is a member of the Early Childhood-Child find team who helps to screen very young children for any delays that would require early intervention and specialized instruction. She is a dedicated therapist who strives to stay abreast of new ideas and therapy trends.She keeps students as the focus, and is an amazing team member and we are grateful to have her. Oh and by the way, she makes amazing t-shirts and designs as a hobby!

Community survey for SCSD district calendar for 2022 - 2023 school year can be found at: https://forms.gle/kmBcHRo8GZ1Y4DC68. Survey closes Wednesday, February 23rd at 5:00 pm. Thank you! Links for clear view of calendars. Option 1: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1e5Zg9y9eAGS56QkLuTVQiZC-X3RT171o/view?usp=sharing Option 2: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10jaeKan0hXU62EOwqAP9-db_rHMAjCFL/view?usp=sharing

Special Board Meeting - Monday, February 21, 2022 at 5:30 pm, Central Office Board Room. Topic of discussion is the new guidelines for Masks.

Thank you to our amazing counselors and social workers! Camelia Herrera, Dawn Shores, Monique Davis, Frances Fuller, Pete Candelaria, and Carl Quintana all make Socorro Schools a great place for students! Thank you!

This #warriorwednesday SCS would like to recognize Victoria “Tori” Baca, the nurse assistant at San Antonio Elementary. Tori, is probably best known for her singing. She grew up in a musical family and has become quite the celebrity performing in many local venues over the years. What you might not know about Ms. Tori is that she has been working with Socorro Consolidated Schools for about eleven years. Prior to moving to San Antonio, she has worn many hats. Tori started out as a classroom assistant. From there, she went on to share some of her other talents and interests as she taught physical education. Ms. Tori also taught “Zumba Kids” to all the kindergarten through fifth grade students at Parkview Elementary. She has shown her tenacity and willingness to work hard and do her job the best she can since day one. Tori is not the kind of person that will sit and wait to be asked. She is very eager to step up and step in whenever and however she can. Ms. Tori also shares her passion for fitness outside the school setting. She spends her evenings helping others help themselves as a personal trainer and fitness coach. She teaches Zumba classes as well as a high intensity fitness class several times during the week. Hats off to you Ms. Tori!

Socorro Schools will be cancelled today, Thursday, February 3rd due to inclement weather and icy roads. Be safe and we look forward to seeing students on Monday!

This #warriorwednesday SCS would like to recognize Smiley Decosta. Smiley was born and raised in Socorro and is an #shsgrad #classof79. He has worked in the District for over 10 years and joined the Midway family as a custodian at the beginning of the 2021-2022 school year. Smiley becoming part of the Midway staff was exceptionally meaningful because all three of his sons attended Midway. The staff and students of Midway absolutely love Mr. Smiley! He always goes above and beyond as he keeps the school looking amazing while volunteering to help out anywhere that he may be needed. Although he certainly works hard, he also never misses a chance for fun and can always be found with a smile on his face. Smiley is more often known for his skills on the court as a referee over the past 30 years. SCS is lucky to have such a wonderful and dedicated employee! #onceawarrioralwaysawarrior

This #warriorwednesday SCS is recognizing Andrea Simmons, first grade teacher at Parkview Elementary. Andrea is originally from Columbia, but has been in Socorro since 2018 to finish up her degree at New Mexico Tech. She began teaching at Parkview last year and has found her calling working with young students (or her "Champions" as she likes to call them). He students are her inspiration to continue to grow as a teacher and to make a difference. Thank you Andrea, your dedication and commitment to the success of our students is truly appreciated! #raisethebar #buildpositiverelationships #educatenutureinspire

This #warriorwednesday SCS is recognizing, Dawn Shores, our Counselor at Sarracino Middle School. Dawn started with the District at the beginning of this year, and prior she worked as a mental health therapist in Albuquerque. Dawn has a Masters Degree in social work from New Mexico Highlands University. She is helping the staff change the culture of learning by not only providing support for students, but teaching them how to be resilient. She is hardworking and has built many positive relationships with students and staff. We are so very happy to have her!

We will be conducting child find screenings (developmental screening for 3-5 year olds) at Midway Elem. tonight (Thurs., Jan. 13) during their family night event from 5:00 - 6:30. Early intervention screening will also be available for 0-3 year olds. No appointment is needed.

It's #warriorwednesday, and today we are recognizing Jean Ryan, SHS Nurse. Jean, who has been a nurse for 46 years, came to SHS in August when she retired from Socorro General Medical Group, where she provided primary care as a nurse practitioner for ten years. She first came to New Mexico in 1994 to practice as a nurse practitioner at the Alamo Navajo Reservation as a Public Health Service Scholarship payback site. Jean says she's been drawn back to the Socorro area many times and has now lived in this area for a total of 16 + years, the longest she's lived anywhere as an adult. She loves the sunsets, night sky, and clouds of NM. She likes to read mystery and fantasy, garden, share puns, and waxes about the love of her life- a 120 pound Great Dane named Duke. Jean goes above and beyond her call of duty and has helped our staff and students in so many ways. She is always willing to do extra tasks as needed and has prioritized getting to know all of our students. Nurse Ryan has done an amazing job with COVID. She takes it very seriously, and no matter how stressful that can get, she takes it in stride and does it with a smile on her face. This district is blessed to have her on our staff. Thank you!!!

Nurse Tasha gives elementary students their second COVID vaccine. All students were so comforted by Nurse Tasha's kindness, calmness, and quickness! Thank you, Nurse Tasha!