About Our School
“Cali” means home and “Calmécac” means a place of higher learning in Nahuatl. Together, Cali Calmécac means a “home of learning.” Cali Calmécac Language Academy has been a part of the Windsor community since 1980. In 1987, the school transitioned to a Spanish-English dual immersion program, becoming a leader in bilingual education. For decades, Cali Calmécac has remained committed to academic excellence, cultural understanding, and preparing students to thrive in a diverse and interconnected world.
The Meaning of Our Name
“Cali” means home in Nahuatl, and “Calmécac” refers to a place of higher learning in Aztec culture. Together, Cali Calmécac means a “home of learning,” reflecting our commitment to a welcoming environment where students grow academically, culturally, and personally.
Land Acknowledgement
Cali Calmécac Language Academy acknowledges that our school is located on the unceded traditional and ancestral homelands of the Wappo and Southern Pomo peoples, including the Dry Creek Rancheria of Pomo Indians. We recognize that these lands were taken through colonization, violence, and forced removal, and that Indigenous communities continue to experience the impacts of these injustices today. As a school committed to equity, language, and cultural respect, we honor the enduring presence of Indigenous peoples and commit to ongoing learning, partnership, and actions that support Native sovereignty and visibility. We invite our staff, students, and families to join us in learning about the Native communities of our region and in working together toward a more just and inclusive future.
Reconocimiento de Tierras
Cali Calmécac Language Academy reconoce que nuestra escuela se encuentra en las tierras tradicionales y ancestrales no cedidas de los pueblos Wappo y Pomo del Sur, incluyendo la Ranchería Dry Creek de Indios Pomo. Reconocemos que estas tierras fueron tomadas mediante la colonización, la violencia y el desplazamiento forzado, y que las comunidades indígenas continúan experimentando los impactos de estas injusticias en la actualidad. Como escuela comprometida con la equidad, el lenguaje y el respeto cultural, honramos la presencia continua de los pueblos indígenas y nos comprometemos al aprendizaje continuo, la colaboración y acciones que apoyen la soberanía y visibilidad de las comunidades nativas. Invitamos a nuestro personal, estudiantes y familias a unirse a nosotros para aprender sobre las comunidades nativas de nuestra región y trabajar juntos hacia un futuro más justo e inclusivo.