Hondo Valley School

Dear Parents,

As we welcome the beautiful autumn season, we want to share some exciting updates and events happening at our school this October:

Homecoming Week: Many activities are being planned for the week of September 30-Oct 4th to encourage spirit! Dress up days, pep rally, bonfire, and our football game against Carrizozo.

Halloween Carnival: Join us on October 29th for our annual Halloween Carnival! There will be games, food, and fun activities for the entire family.

Parent-Teacher Conferences: Mark your calendars for October 17th from 4:00-7:00. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet with your child's teacher to discuss their progress and any concerns you may have.

**School Reminders:**

Weather: As the weather changes, please ensure your child comes to school dressed appropriately for cooler temperatures. A warm coat, hats, and gloves are recommended for recess.

Health & Safety: We continue to prioritize the health and safety of our students. Please remind your children to wash their hands frequently and stay home if they are feeling unwell.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. We hope you and your family have a wonderful October filled with joy and togetherness!

Warm wishes,

Mary Ross,

Hondo Valley Superintendent

President: Danny Chacon

Vice President: Isabella Salcido

Secretary: Katrina Whitaker

Treasurer: Blanca Torres

The Natural Helpers program provides training to students who have been identified as “listeners” by their peers and school staff. Natural Helpers are trained with helping and listening skills so that they may connect vulnerable peers to trusted adults and other appropriate resources.

Students continue to cultivate their robust social networks to implement service projects that aim to support connection with their peers during these times of isolation, and that provide resources to promote mental wellbeing.

• NO full face masks
• NO weapons (fake guns, swords, arrows, etc.)
• NO violent themes
• NO costumes that would be difficult for students to take off when needing the restroom.

At Hondo Valley Schools, we are proud to implement our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program, called Eagles S.O.A.R. The program encourages all students to be Safe, On-Task, Accountable, and Respectful in all areas of school life. Through S.O.A.R, we aim to foster a positive school environment where students can thrive academically and socially by making responsible choices, staying focused on their goals, and showing respect for themselves, others, and their surroundings. Our commitment to these values helps create a safe and supportive learning atmosphere for everyone.

• Low Cost Spay or Neuter
• Adopt not Shop for your new best friend!
• Pets with proof of current rabies vaccination they will get a free microchip
  
• Call 575-257-9841 or visit local shelter

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is a federally assisted meal program operating in more than 94,000 public and nonprofit private schools and residential child care institutions. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to more than 30 million children each school day. It was established under the National School Lunch Act and signed by President Harry Truman in 1946.

Hondo Valley Public Schools is proud to provide FREE healthy and nutritious lunches and snacks to all students! Our elementary students are served by our cafeteria staff for each item from the cafeteria line and are welcome to request additional servings of fresh fruits and vegetables. However, due to limited staff and to ensure portion control and sanitation measures, elementary students are not allowed to serve themselves from the fresh salad bar. Middle and high school students also enjoy meals from the cafeteria line and have the opportunity to serve themselves from the fresh salad bar. We are committed to supporting the well-being of our students through nutritious meals every day!

• Boosts Concentration: Nutritious meals improve students' focus and cognitive performance, helping them stay alert during class.
• Supports Growth: A balanced diet provides essential vitamins and nutrients that are crucial for physical development and overall health.
• Promotes Better Behavior: Healthy foods can improve mood and behavior, reducing hyperactivity and enhancing self-regulation.
• Encourages Lifelong Habits: Offering healthy lunches and snacks teaches children the importance of making nutritious food choices that can last a lifetime.

Dear Parents,

Hondo Valley School is proud to provide FREE hot and nutritious meals to all students. We encourage you to take a moment to review the school menu. If you choose to send your child with a home-packed lunch or snacks, please help us promote healthy eating by avoiding highly processed foods and sugary snacks.

• NO foods that require cooking or heating up; ramen noodles, mac n cheese, etc.
• NO chips, including hot chips: Taki's, hot Cheetos, Doritos
• NO highly processed or sugary foods; candy, soda, cupcakes, etc.

Thank you for supporting our efforts to keep our students healthy and focused!

Hondo students are helping reduce waste by using real utensils instead of plastic.

As much as 91% of plastic is not recycled. This has resulted in over 8.3 million tons of plastics waste ending up in landfill or the ocean.