This #warriorwednesday SCS would like to recognize Julie Romero, Principal of Midway Elementary. This is Ms. Romero’s 5th year with SCS and her 18th year in education. She goes above and beyond every day to ensure that her students are receiving the best education possible and having fun while doing it! She has grown the Parent Advisory Committee over her tenure and works tirelessly with her staff to put on a family night every month. Her dedication and commitment to our staff and students is amazing and we are so blessed to have her! #educatenurtureinspire #raisethebar #fosterpositivemindsets
SMS families - We have several exciting activities this week! Picture Day will be Wednesday, October 5. Students can bring their money that day or parents can order prints online. SMS will participate in the SHS fundraiser to collect funds for cancer patients on Thursday, October 6. Students who donate between 25 cents or more can wear their favorite school appropriate hat for the entire day. On Friday, October 7, SMS students will have the opportunity to attend the International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque. Permission slips for this event are due on Wednesday and can be given to homeroom teachers. A sack lunch and breakfast will be provided.
Here is the link for supporters to purchase SHSXC gear from the BSN Team Store: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/UkDDvkuVoh
SHSXC 5k Fundraiser, Saturday, October 8 at City of Socorro Rodeo and Sports Complex.
9:00am--Socorro Striders and Riders 5k Run/Walk benefitting SHSXC
The cost is just $5/person; additional donations welcome. Virtual options are available for out-of-town family and friends. Registration and donations can be completed online at: https://runsignup.com/Race/NM/Socorro/SSR5kFallSeries1 or in person starting at 8:15am on race-day.
Additionally, checks can be made out to "SHS Cross Country Team".
SHS Swim will be holding preseason practice starting October 4th on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday's from 7-8:30pm at the NMT pool. All students 7th - 12th grade are welcome. Any interested student will need a completed physical packet and proof of concussion course completion before starting.
To start receiving information about the swim team download the REMIND app. Students text 88ae6 to join. Parents text gdk4626 to join.
For today’s #warriorwednesday we would like to introduce you to Matthew Lukow, our new IT Specialist. Matthew graduated from Aztec High School in 2011 and has always had a knack for IT. He has an Associate’s Degree from San Juan Community College and hopes to finish his IT degree from New Mexico Tech. He likes helping people, and working with technology. Matthew has been a great addition to our IT Team, he is friendly, helpful and extremely knowledgeable. Please help us welcome Matthew to Socorro Consolidated Schools! #educatenurtureinspire #raisethebar
Happy #warriorwednesday! Today we would like to recognize Annelise Dew, the District’s new Secondary IEP Coordinator. Annelise has been in education for 16 years. This is her first year with SCS and she came in and hit the ground running, proving herself to be an asset to our secondary team. Annelise has a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s Degree in Special Education. She lives on a sheep ranch with her husband who she's been married to just shy of 3 years. They have lots of animals including 75 sheep that they are bringing back from extinction, 2 dogs, a donkey and a bunch of chickens and ducks! She loves to cook/bake, read, and travel. She's been to Egypt, Israel, Jorda, Germany, Italy, England, Scotland, Canada, Mexico, and to every state in the US. Welcome AnneLise Dew!
Here are some updates on Family Literacy Academy, Hispanic Heritage Month, and Electronic Benefit from NMPED. Utilize these resources as they are there to help our students and families!
For today’s #warriorwednesday SCS would like to recognize Rachel Towner, one of our amazing Bus Drivers! Rachel is an #shsgrad #classof2001 and has been with the District for 16 years (4 as an EA and 12 as a Bus Driver). She is a Mom of two and stays very active with here kids’ activities (including serving as a 4H leader). Rachel is dedicated and dependable and an asset to the District! #onceawarrioralwaysawarrior #educatenurtureinspire #busdriver
Attention Warrior family!
Homecoming for SHS will be the week of October 17-22!
Many have heard that it was this week, but nothing was finalized or announced officially to the public. Due to other events at school and timing of games the date was moved. We apologize for the inconvenience and even though we are doing spirit week it is just part 1 of 2.
It’s #warriorwednesday and SCS would like to introduce you to Bradford Lux, the 4th/5th grade teacher at San Antonio Elementary. This is Mr. Lux’s first year in the District and he has been a great addition. He is always willing to step up and has shown the staff what it takes to make lemonade out of lemons. Please help us welcome Mr. Lux!
Sarracino Middle School Open House September 12, 2022 from 5:30 to 7 PM
Role models! The warrior football team went down to Parkview Elementary today to read to our young Warriors! Awesome job gentlemen! Go Warriors! 🏹
This #warriorwednesday SCS would like to recognize 4 amazing staff members who joined the Midway family for the 2022-2023 school year. The staff and students of Midway are excited to welcome John Ray Dennis as our 4th grade teacher. We are also thrilled to welcome Veronica Saavedra, Evelyn Hill, and JeriAna Contreras as Educational Assistants. All four of these amazing individuals have been tied to Midway (in some way or another ) over the past several years and have already played a huge role in helping to make Midway nothing but the best for our students. We ABSOLUTELY love them and are lucky to have each of them as part of our SCS family! #buildrespectfulrelationships #onceawarrioralwaysawarrior #educatenurtureinspire
Socorro Consolidated Schools would like to welcome new head girls basketball coach at SHS Bradley Bailey to the district! Coach Bailey brings many years of head coaching experience to the Warrior family, most recently serving as head boys basketball coach at Mayfield High School in Las Cruces. Please welcome Coach Bailey to the Warrior Family!
This #warriorwednesday SCS would like to introduce and welcome Lauren Reynolds, Educational Assistant at Parkview Elementary. She moved from Farmington to Socorro with her husband Caiden 3 weeks ago. She enjoys camping, fishing, horseback riding, and spending time with animals. She is excited for her work at Parkview because she loves to help people and see the students learn and grow. #educatenurtureinspire
Thank you so much to everyone who volunteered for the National Aviation Day Celebration today at SHS! We had over 200 students attend, and we had very positive feedback from the students. It was a wonderful opportunity for them to converse with aviation professionals and engage in STEM activities. A big thank you to our volunteers including:
Socorro Civil Air Patrol
Socorro Sheriff's Office
NM Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Management
PHI Air Medical
NMT Upward Bound Math & Science
NMT Team Drone
NM MESA
Student Volunteers (from Capps and UBMS)
This #warriorwednesday SCS would like to recognize Bonnie Hoke, District Controller. Bonnie has been with the District since 2006 and is always willing to step in where needed. In addition to her normal duties Bonnie has worked as a Substitute Bus Driver, Concession Manager and Food Service Grant Coordinator. Her work ethic and dedication to SCS make her an important part of our team. Thank you Bonnie, we appreciate all that you do for us! #raisingthebar #educatenurtureinspire
Warriors!
Here is a weekly schedule of athletic events for the week of 8/15-20! Please go out and support you Warriors and Lady Warriors!
This week’s #warriorwednesday is Samantha Vivian-Gonzales. Samantha is an #shsgrad #classof1999 and is a proud wife and mother of 5. Samantha has been with SCS for 11 years. She is the Peer Navigator for SCS’s Project AWARE and was recently announced as the new GRADs Case Manager. This position gives her the opportunity to work with teen parents to help them find resources and to graduate from HS. Her optimism, willingness to always go above and beyond and dedicated work ethic make her a valuable asset to SCS. Her passion for helping kids succeed shines through in everything she does. #educatenurtureinspire #raisingthebar #fosterpositivemindsets #onceawarrioralwaysawarrior
It’s the 1st day of school and #warriorwednesday is back! Today we want to introduce you to our new administrators:
JONI MAULDIN- Assistant Principal SHS
Joni is an #shsgrad #class of 1993. She is in her 22nd year with the District, she taught English at both SMS and SHS, coached Lady Warrior Volleyball, and most recently was the Dean of Students at the HS. She is excited for this opportunity and new chapter in her career.
PENNY WHARTON- Principal San Antonio Elementary
Penny has been in education for 31 years, she has taught 1st through 6th grade, served as an Academic Coach, Principal, Director of Curriculum and Instructional Facilitator. She has been retired for 4 years, but is ready and excited to work with kids again! She believes that it's all about the students and providing them with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking they need in order to become a productive, successful person!
JARROD STOREY- Athletic Director and Information Officer
Jarrod has been teaching Middle School since 2016, and has coached both baseball and football during that time. He is a referee, officiating collegiate football in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, as well as, high school basketball. He is excited to be a Warrior and wants to continue the successes of the Warrior Athletic Program.
JULIE SMITH- Director of Student Support Services
Julie is starting off her 31st year in education, serving as a Teacher, Principal and Director. Most recently she was a contracted Educational Diagnostician for SCS. She feels blessed to be a part of the Socorro Consolidated Schools and work with such an amazing staff!
AL OTERO- Assistant Principal SMS
Al recently transferred from SHS to SMS to start off his 27th year in education. He was an Art Teacher for the first 21 years of his career before moving into Administration at the Secondary Level. SCS is lucky to have him and excited for him to make an impact at SMS!
