Santa Fe Standard

The SFPS Innovation Expo will take place on April 23rd from 5 to 7 p.m. at Early College Opportunities High School located at 2301 W. Zia Road. The event is free and welcomes families to join the Santa Fe community to witness students and educators engaging with innovative educational tools and technology.

The Expo is now in its seventh year and continues to show how Santa Fe’s educational community uses technology to enhance student expression, develop critical thinking skills, and prepare for future academic and professional challenges. The event will feature projects from students, teachers, and district staff as well as interactive exhibits from various community organizations.

This year's theme, "What does innovation mean to you?", encourages participants to explore new and meaningful ways of learning, creating, and collaborating. Student projects will demonstrate the use of digital tools and problem-solving techniques that have tangible impacts. Several community partners, including STEM Santa Fe, New Mexico PBS, and Positive Energy Solar, will participate by offering interactive learning experiences.

“The Innovation Expo uplifts collaboration and possibility,” said Katy Grunewald, SFPS Innovation Coordinator. “It’s an opportunity for SFPS schools, district departments, and community partners to explore ideas, learn together, and connect with the community.”

La Expo de Innovación de SFPS regresa el 23 de abril en la Escuela Secundaria Early College Opportunities, ubicada en 2301 W. Zia Road. Este evento gratuito invita a la comunidad de Santa Fe a explorar cómo los estudiantes y educadores adoptan la innovación en la educación. En su séptimo año, muestra cómo se utiliza la tecnología para amplificar voces estudiantiles y mejorar el aprendizaje. Colaboradores comunitarios ofrecerán exhibiciones interactivas.

El tema de este año, "¿Qué significa la innovación para ti?", impulsa formas innovadoras de aprendizaje y cooperación. Los proyectos estudiantiles demostrarán el uso de herramientas digitales para impactar significativamente. Los socios comunitarios como STEM Santa Fe y New Mexico PBS participarán con experiencias de aprendizaje interactivas.

“La Expo de Innovación fomenta la colaboración y las posibilidades”, dijo Katy Grunewald, Coordinadora de Innovación de SFPS. “Es una oportunidad para que las escuelas de SFPS, los departamentos del distrito y los colaboradores comunitarios exploren ideas, aprendan juntos y conecten con la comunidad.”