Trojan Families,
We cheerfully invite our staff and students to participate in our Trojan Spirit Week 15-18 December, 2025 with the following themed days.
4 days ago, Josephine Montoya
Trojan Spirit Days

Good Morning, Trojan Nation!

Thank you to all who attended our Strategic Planning Engagement session yesterday evening!

This information is designed to be passed forward to engage additional community members and staff.

If you are willing, we would really appreciate your feedback. Please open this document, which is the one used during the presentation:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JAHEz-qPJNa7jN-AGbPJ683t__VeK8gfTWs-N9VwHzs/edit?usp=sharing

Once that document is open, please play the video linked here and follow along:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yMTdanT2o1fqfDC2Igh2SgJbE-bUMF5m/view?usp=sharing

The video lasts 30 minutes.

After the video plays, we'd like participants to answer the 8 questions in the links at the bottom of the engagement document. For ease, I'm also linking them right here, as I'd encourage anyone who might like to simply answer the questions to do so.

Question 1:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfeiTYiNraNtXwKUMOWcPQAdQDzxwoThNyYkMQ1MEA-dLM9FQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Question 2:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiaQUaWp4_ikmF6Uwsx4eAB6J9Z9CcFF7lX6D8uMhBCDX8fA/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Question 3:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfc8Cj4Orhi1Qi4H3A3GVTavKc5g_hJLeRNllBbXPlEupLApg/viewform?usp=dialog

Question 4:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBQU685dm2tFD0jt4IZycTYCta5AG9uS_8Xe49XTp3hBGlNw/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Question 5:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdIyQI0J1m23M3Y50ysDmH6_Y3JZWSNcGmf4m4hNJ6FuxRtLg/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Question 6:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsQdPtZfV23VKFmr5Qj4UVM60g5V6Kn-M4CUNc2Mmxtqn1cg/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Question 7:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScSvWhlvyTOaBn31Z6voll27Z6Qimk7385oEWQLau1HJmjW0w/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Question 8:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdd6zQ66Mp7kcl5Njupj4jRurkGx6AdLz2hvVBQdLp3q1NqQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor

We would greatly appreciate your input, as this information will be used to develop a strategic plan. The strategic plan will serve as a roadmap to guide the district toward its long-term goals by aligning our vision, mission, and actions. Strategic plans help set priorities, allocate resources, and focus efforts on key objectives. It will also provide a framework for measuring performance, making informed decisions, and adapting to changes.

The deadline for providing input is Monday, November 17, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

Joshua Lopez
jlopez@southconejos.com

or

George Welsh
gwelsh@coloradoedinitiative.org

about 1 month ago, Joshua Lopez
Resolution to Declare a Vacancy
2 days ago, Victoria Lopez
Resolution to Declare a Vacancy  Be it resolved that the Board of Education of South Conejos School District accepts the resignation of JoAnna Lucero from the Board of Education at the regular School Board meeting, effective December 9, 2025, and   Be it further resolved that, in accordance with state law, the Board declares a vacancy in this school director's office that will be filled by appointment by the Board within 60 days in accordance with the following procedure:   1.	Interested persons are invited to send a letter to the Board with a statement of interest and qualifications by January 13, 2026. Letters can be submitted to vlopez@southconejos.com.   2.	The Board will interview prospective candidates on January 20, 2026, at a public meeting.  3.	To be eligible for appointment, a candidate must be a registered elector of the school district for at least 12 consecutive months and a resident of the district.   4.	The appointee will serve until the next regular school biennial election in November 2027 [at which time an election will be held for a successor to fill the remainder of the unexpired term.]
On Friday, December 12, 2025, we will be taking all Elementary students on the Cumbres and Toltec Santa’s Holiday Express Train that departs the train station at 1:30. If you want to accompany your student, you will need to purchase an adult ticket for that specific excursion (12 Dec 25/1:30pm) by visiting the website,. https://cumbrestoltec.com/excursions/ or by going to the train station.
Student may begin arriving at the school between 12:00 and 1:00 which is when the bus will leave the school to head to train station.
Students should wear appropriate winter layers to stay warm and minimize any backpacks to just water and a snack.
If you have questions, email me at jomontoya@southconejos.com or call my phone 719-376-7022.
2 days ago, Josephine Montoya
Santa's Holiday Express
3 days ago, Zyra Guyon
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3 days ago, Victoria Lopez
Public Notice:
On Friday, December 12, 2025, 1:00 pm, we will be taking all Elementary students on the Cumbres and Toltec Santa’s Holiday Express Train that has been specially scheduled for us. Please turn in permission slips by Wednesday (See picture) If you want to accompany your student, you will need to purchase an adult ticket for that specific excursion by visiting the website or going to the train station. If you have questions, email me at jomontoya@southconejos.com
3 days ago, Josephine Montoya
SCSD Santa's Holiday Express Train Permission Form

Last night's Holiday Concert was special. Our students filled the stage with festive cheer as they shared the songs they had worked so hard to prepare. Thank you to our families, friends, and community members who gathered to support these wonderful students, making the night even more memorable. A huge shout-out to Mrs. Gettel, who worked tirelessly to help our students prepare for this special night. A big thank you to all our staff who played a role in making this night successful!

4 days ago, South Conejos School District
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Good Afternoon Trojan Families,
Our annual Holiday Music Program is tonight! Join us from 6:00pm-7:00pm to watch your child perform as a chorus in the holiday program! The theme is "Holiday Parade" so please dress your student in holiday wear. Students must arrive no earlier than 5:30pm. We ask that all students be seated with their parents until their performance time and return to their seats after they come off the stage. Please remind your children that during the performance, they will not be allowed in the auxillary gym to play or cause any disruptions to the performance. We appreciate your cooperation in showing respect for all our wonderful performers.

For any questions you may contact me at jomontoya@southconejos.com.

5 days ago, Josephine Montoya
Here’s a look at this week’s Trojan Athletics!
Come out, show your support, and cheer on our student-athletes. Go Trojans!
5 days ago, South Conejos School District
Weekly Trojan Athletics
Here is the MS Boys Small School Bracket!
Check it out and get ready to cheer on our Trojans!
5 days ago, South Conejos School District
MS Boys Small School Bracket
Jada Gutierrez - Antonito High School's Senior of the Week
5 days ago, Zyra Guyon
Jada Gutierrez college accepted seniors 2026
First wrestling tournament of the season. The boys and girls wrestling teams competed at the Wolverine Classic in Bayfield today. Nice job, Trojans!
7 days ago, Victoria Lopez
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The South Conejos School Board of Education will conduct a Regular Meeting on the 9th day of December 2025, at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be conducted in the Secondary Flex area.
7 days ago, South Conejos School District
South Conejos School District Regular Meeting on December 9, 2025 @ 6:00 PM
South Conejos School District Regular Meeting on December 9, 2025 @ 6:00 PM
The South Conejos School Board of Education will conduct a Work Session on the 9th day of December 2025. The meeting will be conducted in the Secondary Flex area.
7 days ago, South Conejos School District
South Conejos School District Board of Education Work Session December 9, 2025 @5:30 pm.
On December 12, 2025, 1:00 pm, we will be taking all Elementary students on the Cumbres and Toltec Santa’s Holiday Express Train that has been specially scheduled for us. Please see the permission slip for details or if you have questions, email me at jomontoya@southconejos.com
10 days ago, Josephine Montoya
Train Ride Permission Slip
Our Middle School Boys Basketball team was all smiles after their big win against Creede last night! 🏀Great job, Trojans! 💙💛
10 days ago, Victoria Lopez
MS Boys Basketball all smiles over defeat against Creede
MS Boys being silly
MS Boys Basketball Team
Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to town!!!
11 days ago, Victoria Lopez
Santa & Mrs. Claus are coming to town Sunday, December 21, at 1:00 p.m. at the Antonito Town Water Park
Hello, We would like to hear from parents about your child's experience with the Colorado READ Act and its observed impact. As you may know, the Colorado READ (Reading to Ensure Academic Development) Act provides funding and a framework for improving literacy outcomes for kindergartners through third graders, particularly those with “Significant Reading Deficiencies” (SRDs) who are at risk to not read at grade level by third grade. The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has been working with WestEd and its partners to conduct a legislatively mandated evaluation of the READ Act since March 2020. The survey should take no more than 10-15 minutes to complete, and all responses will be kept confidential. We are only asking you to complete the survey if your child has ever been identified as having a significant reading deficiency (SRD) and/or has ever been given a READ plan. Thank you in advance for your participation in this parent survey. We greatly appreciate your time and willingness to share your experience. Please click on the link below to participate in the survey: https://westedk12enterprise.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6Vg7ME5659uoRLg Hola Nos gustaría escuchar las opiniones de los padres sobre las experiencias de sus hijos con la Ley Colorado READ y el impacto observado. Como quizás ya sepan, la Ley READ (Lectura para Asegurar el Desarrollo Académico) de Colorado proporciona financiamiento y un marco para mejorar los resultados relacionados a la lectoescritura de los niños desde el kindergarten hasta el tercer grado, en especial aquellos niños con “Deficiencias significativas de lectura” (SRD, sigla en inglés), que están en riesgo de no leer al nivel de su grado escolar al llegar al tercer grado. Desde marzo de 2020, el Departamento de Educación de Colorado (CDE) trabaja con WestEd y sus colaboradores para llevar a cabo una evaluación exigida por la legislatura de la Ley READ. Completar este cuestionario no le tomará más de 10-15 minutos, y todas las respuestas serán confidenciales. Solo le pedimos que complete el cuestionario si se ha identificado que su hijo/a tiene una deficiencia significativa de lectura (SRD, sigla en inglés) y/o si le han proporcionado un plan READ. Muchas gracias de antemano por su participación en este cuestionario para padres. Realmente le agradecemos por su tiempo y su voluntad de compartir su experiencia. Haga clic en el siguiente enlace para participar en la encuesta: https://westedk12enterprise.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6Vg7ME5659uoRLg Entonces, en la encuesta, haga clic en el botón debajo de “Language” en la esquina superior derecha para cambiar el idioma a español.
11 days ago, Josephine Montoya

La Voz Colorado has recognized Nakyla Navares as their Student of the Week

https://lavozcolorado.com/2025/11/26/student-of-the-week-nakyla-navares/

12 days ago, Zyra Guyon