Santa Fe Public Schools

Inside SFPS

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Inside SFPS takes you behind the scenes in Santa Fe Public Schools to learn more about the happenings in the district, tell some of the amazing stories of people that work for SFPS and help bring families closer to their students' education.

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Santa Fe Public Schools

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Education

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Jul 2, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 26: 2023 State of the Schools 01.01.2024

Welcome to the 2023 State of the Schools! In this episode, we hear from Board President Sarah Boses, Superintendent Hilario "Larry" Chavez and many other district leaders about the current state of Santa Fe Public Schools. Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Episode 25: Education Technology Note and SB9 Election (feat. Kristy Janda-Wagner and Dr. Neal Weaver) 01.11.2023

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we sit down with Deputy Superintendent of Operations Kristy Janda-Wagner and Chief Information and Strategy Officer Dr. Neal Weaver to talk about the two upcoming measures on the ballot, the Education Technology Note and SB9. To learn more about the upcoming election, please visit our election webpage . Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Episode 24: Promote Your Own Curiosity (feat. Dr. Alan Lucero) 15.09.2023

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we welcome Dr. Alan Lucero! Dr. Lucero is a computer science teacher at Milagro Middle School, but his career up to this point is fascinating! We talk about his time working at the national labs in New Jersey, laying fiber optic cable across the Atlantic, the computer science initiative at Milagro Middle and so much more! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Tw...

Episode 23: Treat Every Human As One Important Individual (feat. Michelle Armijo) 16.05.2023

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we are joined by Ms. Michelle Armijo, a 3rd-grade teacher at Pinon Elementary and 2023 Golden Apple Award winner! We talk about how she got into teaching, the unique connection to Pinon Elementary, the Social Emotional Learning practices she implements in her classroom and much more! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Episode 22: Just Be Yourself (feat. Anita Hett) 01.05.2023

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we welcome SFPS lead nurse Anita Hett! We speak about how she became a school nurse, the duties of a lead nurse of a school district and what leading a school district through a global pandemic was like! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Episode 21: There Is So Much Good and Hope In The World (feat. Ruth Perez) 15.04.2023

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we are joined by Ruth Perez! Ruth is the event and engagement specialist for the district! We talk about her role, some of the big events that she works on as well as some of the initiatives that happen behind the scenes! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Episode 20: Your Effort Goes A Long Way (feat. Vanessa Romero) 16.03.2023

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we are joined by the Santa Fe Public Schools deputy superintendent Vanessa Romero! We talk about growing up in Santa Fe Public Schools, how she got into teaching, standards based grading and so much more! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Episode 19: Keep Moving Forward (feat. Peter McWain) 01.03.2023

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we are joined by the Santa Fe Public Schools executive director of curriculum & instruction Peter McWain! We talk about being a student of life, his journey to education, early childhood education and much more! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Episode 18: Just Give Them Time, They Need Time (feat. Tara Hughes) 01.02.2023

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we welcome on the 2023 New Mexico Teacher of the Year, Ms. Tara Hughes! We learn about how she started her career working at the Santa Fe Opera, to becoming a teacher, why early childhood education is important, and so much more! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Episode 17: 2022 State of the Schools 15.12.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, it is the 2022 State of the Schools! To watch the full State of the Schools video, head to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veLCQq87NWw :16 - Superintendent Hilario "Larry" Chavez 8:02 - SFPS Board President Kate Noble 13:40 - Deputy Superintendent Vanessa Romero 17:14 - Deputy Superintendent Kristy Janda-Wagner 20:02 - Chief Equity, Diversity and Engagemen...

Episode 16: Inclement Weather Protocols (feat. Superintendent Hilario “Larry” Chavez) 15.11.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, Superintendent Hilario "Larry" Chavez describes the many ways to find out about school delays, closures, and general information for inclement weather as it pertains to Santa Fe Public Schools for students, parents, and staff. Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Episode 15: Always Have a Plan B (featuring Bryan Cruz) 01.11.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we are joined by Bryan Cruz, a bilingual First Grade Teacher at Ramirez Thomas Elementary School. We discuss growing up between the U.S. and Mexico, why he chose to become an educator, and the dynamics and challenges of teaching First Graders now and during the pandemic. Please subscribe so you can be notified when new episodes are released! Thank you for listening!...

Episode 14: Be the Best Version of You and Make a Difference in the World (feat. Mary Louise Romero-Betancourt) 15.10.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we are joined by Mary Louise Romero-Betancourt We discuss growing up deaf, how she got into her career, and why Restorative Justice makes a difference in student lives. Please subscribe so you can be notified when new episodes are released! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Episode 13: The Principal is the Weatherman of the Building (feat. Principal Erica Martinez-Maestas) 01.10.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we are joined by Erica Martinez-Maestas, principal of Chaparral Elementary! We discuss how she knew she wanted to be a teacher, what it was like to navigate the pandemic as a principal, and much more! Please subscribe so you can be notified when new episodes are released! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Thank you for listening! Website Fa...

Episode 12: Be Your Best Self Every Day (feat. Sonya Gunter) 15.09.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we are joined by Sonya Gunter, Chief Data & Analytics Officer for SFPS! We discuss how she became a teacher, her journey through SFPS, being an admin at the school you graduated from and her *unique* hobby. Please subscribe so you can be notified when new episodes are released! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Thank you for listening!...

Episode 11: Hard Work Goes Far, Education Takes You Farther (feat. Principal Chris Lopez) 01.09.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we are very excited to welcome Gonzales Community School principal Chris Lopez to the show! We discuss his Dolphins fandom, his education path, why he decided to go to law school, and so much more. We end the episode with a very powerful conversation, so make sure you stay until the end! Please subscribe so you can be notified when new episodes are released! Thank y...

Episode 10: You Can Be Anything You Want, You Just Have to Apply Yourself (feat. Dr. Carmen Gonzales) 01.07.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we are very excited to welcome Board Member Dr. Carmen Gonzales to the show! We talk about her path to education, her passion for college & career technical education, technology in schools, and so much more! Please subscribe so you can be notified when new episodes are released! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Thank you for listening...

Episode 9: Keep the Passion Alive (feat. Principal Georgia Baca) 15.06.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we welcome Ms. Georgia Baca! Ms. Baca is the former principal at E.J. Martinez Elementary and newly named principal at Milagro Middle School! We talk about the transition to Milagro and what she looks to accomplish, standards-based teaching and learning, and so much more! Please subscribe so you can be notified when new episodes are released! Thank you for listening...

Episode 8: Year One (feat. Superintendent Larry Chavez) 25.05.2022

Year One is coming to a close for SFPS Superintendent Hilario "Larry" Chavez! In this episode, we talk about his first year as Superintendent, some of the highs and lows of his first year, some of his biggest accomplishments and much more! Please subscribe so you can be notified when new episodes are released! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Thank you for list...

Episode 7: Standards Raise the Equity for All Students (feat. Vanessa Romero) 15.05.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we throw a bit of a changeup and switch the format a tiny bit! We sat down with Deputy Superintendent Vanessa Romero to talk about the transition to Standards-Based Teaching & Learning at SFPS! She explains what Standards-Based Teaching & Learning is, what changes we expect to see with our students and teachers, what parents might expect and as always, much...

Episode 6: Do What You Love, the Rest Will Follow (feat. Lisa Randall) 02.05.2022

Apologies for the late upload! On this episode of Inside SFPS, we welcome Ms. Lisa Randall! Ms. Randall is the district's Sustainability Program Coordinator! We talk about being a "Mainer", where her sustainability lens comes from, how she ended up in her position, and of course much more! Please subscribe so you can be notified when new episodes are released! Thank you for listenin...

Episode 5: Bring Your Best Self to the Table (feat. Hope Cahill) 15.04.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we welcome Mrs. Hope Cahill! Mrs. Cahill is a 6th and 7th-grade science teacher at El Dorado Community School. We talked about where she is from, how she got to Santa Fe, her transition from teaching English to Science, and of course much more! Please subscribe so you can be notified when new episodes are released! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter I...

Episode 4: Push Through and See More (feat. Board President Kate Noble) 01.04.2022

On this episode of Inside SFPS, we welcome a very special guest! Santa Fe Public Schools Board of Education President Kate Noble joins the show. We talk about her time in NYC working for BBC, moving back to Santa Fe, how she wanted to get involved in public education, and much more! Please subscribe so you can be notified when new episodes are released! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Tw...

Episode 3: Appreciate a Gap Year (feat. Principal Jack Lain) 15.03.2022

Our guest this episode is Jack Lain, Principal at El Camino Real Academy. We talk about growing up on a dairy farm in NY, working in Guatemala with the Peace Corps, and his career in Education! Please subscribe so you can get notified when our new episodes are released. Thank you for listening! Thank you for listening! Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Episode 2: Technology (feat. Dr. Neal Weaver) 15.02.2022

Our guest this episode is Dr. Neal Weaver, Chief Information and Strategy Officer with Santa Fe Public Schools. We talk everything technology! From cybersecurity, to how he got into this field, how the district responded to the pandemic, connectivity and so much more! Please subscribe so you can get notified when our new episodes are released. Thank you for listening! Thank you for listening! Webs...

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