https://www.atcschool.org/o/the-academy/page/bts
✨ Flex was created to strengthen our sense of community, encourage student engagement, and provide opportunities for meaningful enrichment. Most importantly, it supports our mission as a college preparatory school by offering individualized academic help and fostering a well-rounded, whole-child approach to education.
🤝 To ensure the continued success of this program, we need your partnership. Regular attendance during Flex is essential. Students receive a participation grade in their College Crew based on their involvement, and teachers plan lessons and interventions with student attendance in mind.
🕒 We kindly ask that you prioritize full-day attendance. When possible, please avoid scheduling appointments during school hours (8:55 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.). Additionally, students will no longer be permitted to be signed out within the last 30 minutes of the last class of the school day.
🎽 Students who have approved extracurricular commitments are still expected to prioritize intensives when assigned. Academic support takes precedence over extracurricular activities. Parents of students who play sports for other schools or who engage in private lessons that cause them to miss Flex should complete the form at this link when the activity/lesson is in season to get approval for the absences.
🙏 Thank you for your continued support in helping us provide a rich, engaging, and supportive environment for every student.
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We’re so excited to kick off another fantastic year! As we begin the 2025–2026 school year, we want to share some important updates to our attendance policy that align with the New Mexico Attendance for Success Act.
🏫 Why it matters: Regular attendance (95% or better) is key to student success and connection in our school community.
📊 Attendance is now tracked by percentage of class periods missed, and students are assigned a tier:
Tier 1: <5% missed
Tier 2: 5–9%
Tier 3: 10–19%
Tier 4: 20%+
✅ You’ll see your student’s attendance tier each week in your DeansList Report!
📝 For full policy details, visit the ATC website.
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📵 Phone-Free Learning at ATC
To support focus and minimize distractions, students may not use cell phones or other wireless devices during class time—including College Crew and Flex—unless explicitly approved by a teacher for educational purposes.
📱 What to Expect:
Phones & smartwatches must be silenced and placed in the classroom’s phone storage area at the start of each class.
Students may access their devices before school, during passing periods, at lunch, and after school.
✨ Students with documented medical or educational accommodations will be supported as needed.
🔗 For full details, view the Wireless Device Policy
Let’s stay present, stay focused, and make every minute count!
💻 Student Chromebooks
ATC’s 1:1 Device Take-Home Program ensures all students have access to a Chromebook for learning - at school and at home.
📅 Devices will be distributed on the first day of school.
🔋 Students are expected to bring their Chromebook every day, fully charged and ready to use.
📘 Before the first day, families must:
1️⃣ Review the Device Program Manual
2️⃣ Sign the Device Acknowledgement Form :
👉The manual and form are available in the Phoenix Co-Pilot Hub
📧 Return signed forms on the first day of school or email them to helpdesk@atcschool.org.
Let’s start the year powered up and ready to go! 🔌📚
🍽 Breakfast & Lunch at ATC
Thanks to the Healthy Hunger-Free Students Bill of Rights Act, all meals at ATC are provided at no cost to students. ATC partners with Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) to offer nutritious food services right on campus.
🥣 Breakfast begins at 8:30 AM
🍴 Lunch times follow the daily bell schedule
📅 View menus: SFPS Meal Menus
🚫 Food Delivery Not Allowed
To keep our campus safe and minimize disruptions, delivery services like DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, and Fetch are not permitted during the school day. Any deliveries made will be held in the front office and can only be picked up after school.
👨👩👧👦 Parents bringing food? Please meet your student in the front office to hand off meals—students may not meet cars at the curb for pick-up.
Thank you for helping us maintain a secure and focused learning environment!
🏅 ATC Athletics Update
At ATC, we proudly uphold NMAA standards of play in all aspects of our athletic programs.
⚽🏀🏃♂️🏃♀️ We offer competitive teams in Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, and Track & Field. Interested in a sport not currently offered—like baseball, football, volleyball, or wrestling? Students may be eligible to participate at their SFPS-zoned high school.
📋 Reminder: All student-athletes must have a current physical on file and upload it to DragonFly before participating in any practices or games.
📲 For more details and step-by-step instructions on using DragonFly, visit the ATC Athletics Page
🕘 ATC Bell Schedule Info
Our regular bell schedule is in effect during a typical school week. The first bell rings at 8:55 AM, and students must be in class by the tardy bell at 9:00 AM.
📅 Block Schedule Breakdown:
🔹 Mon: All 6 class periods, no Flex or Crew
🔹 Tues–Fri: 3 core classes + Flex Period
🔹 Crew classes: Tues, Wed, Thurs
Special schedules (like for delays or exams) will be shared in advance.
📄 Printable schedule available here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rBtE4EWNlnoW1A-dKsrpzoWcfyUxdFxE/view?usp=sharing
🚗 Student Parking at ATC
Parking on campus is a privilege—and with it comes responsibility. Student drivers must allow enough time each morning to account for traffic or parking delays. Tardiness due to parking issues will not be excused.
🎟️ All student drivers must purchase a parking permit for $25 and complete the Student Parking Agreement by August 22. After that date, permits will cost $35.
📝 To apply and pay for a permit, visit the Parking Permit page.
🔒 Reminder: ATC is a closed campus. Students may not visit their vehicles during the school day without prior approval from the front office, as outlined in the agreement.
📍 Need a campus parking map?
Download it here: Printable Map
📩 For parking-related questions, email helpdesk@atcschool.org.
📚 First Day of School – Friday, August 8th!
🕘 School begins at 8:55 AM and ends at 4:15 PM
We’re thrilled to welcome students back for a day designed to launch the year with energy, excitement, and connection! Here’s what’s in store:
🌞 Morning Kickoff: Students will start the day in their College Crew groups, pick up their class schedules, agendas, and Chromebooks, and participate in fun, community-building activities with their grade-level peers. It’s the perfect way to ease back in and feel at home.
🍽️ Midday Activities: During lunch, students can check out the Club & Activities Fair—a great opportunity to get involved, meet student leaders, and find your place in campus life from day one.
📘 Afternoon Overview: Students will rotate through all of their classes, meet their teachers, and learn what to expect for the year ahead.
🚨 Attendance on the first day is critical. This is a full instructional day—not a half day or orientation—and it sets the tone for the entire semester.
📅 Reminder: Attendance on August 8th counts toward your student’s absence rate for the semester and plays a key role in developing strong routines for the year.
📖 Learn more about how attendance is calculated:
🔗 https://www.atcschool.org/page/attendance
As you gear up for the new school year, please keep the ATC dress code in mind. We follow the Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) policy, which requires that clothing fully covers the genitals, buttocks, and chest with opaque fabric. All students must wear a shirt—defined as fabric covering the front, back, and sides under the arms.
🚫 Clothing may not include offensive language, imagery, or references to drugs, alcohol, weapons, or violence.
📘 For full details, check the ATC Student Handbook on our website.
Students not in dress code will be asked to change into appropriate attire or wear an ATC-provided t-shirt and/or sweats (to be returned by day's end).
Let’s start the year strong by creating a respectful, focused, and professional learning environment. Thank you for your support!
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📣 ATC Has Transitioned to DeansList for All School Communication
ATC has transitioned from Remind to DeansList, enabling text messages to be sent to your phone regarding essential school announcements and communications. DeansList is already in use at ATC for behavior and referral tracking, as well as sending weekly student reports that include grades, tardiness, and absences. Now, school announcements will also be sent through DeansList—making it easier than ever to stay informed and engaged in your child’s success.
👥 Already Have a DeansList Account?
You're all set—no action is needed!
📬 New to DeansList?
Check your inbox for a welcome email from DeansList. It contains a personalized link to complete your account setup.
🖱️ Didn’t get the email?
Visit https://www.atcschool.org/page/deanslist for step-by-step instructions on how to get started.
✅ Once set up, you’ll begin receiving regular updates with everything you need to support your child’s academic journey.
🎒 Back-to-School Supplies!
Grade-level supply lists are now available and include general items students will need for the year. Due to some staffing updates and course-specific needs, students may receive a few additional requests on the first day of school. If a specific course isn’t listed, that teacher will likely provide a list during the first week.
🛍️ Reminder: TAX-FREE Weekend is July 25–27, 2025—perfect timing to grab your supplies and save!
📄 Download the supply list here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GFO8_KZGOUcuZwqbXExKgvj7ZaRw7P71/view?usp=drive_link
Please note that early release occurs every Friday at 3:05 PM, with the exceptions of August 8 and 15, 2025, and January 9, 2026. On these days, students will follow the regular dismissal schedule at 4:15 PM.
Be sure to review the full school calendar for holidays, breaks, and additional important dates.
For a printable copy, go to: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BNqMeM0sADBvZnUGKJCN9-CKiDvnlQFC/view?usp=sharing
