LAPS Superintendent Addresses Families And Community
From JENNIFER GUY
Superintendent
Los Alamos Public Schools
Los Alamos families and community,
I was sad to learn of several arrests made this morning, June 18, that involved minors and drug trafficking charges. I appreciate the police department’s efforts to keep our students and community safe. We will continue to cooperate with the police department in any way we can to keep drugs out of our community. This is life threatening and critical to student safety. We have a no tolerance policy for any drug use and want to work with the community to do everything we can to keep students safe. To address Read More
Weaving Colors: Autism & Indigenous Community June 26
Explore Butterflies Of Los Alamos At PEEC
Western Swallowtail on Cleome. Photo by Dana Ecelberger
By Kristen O’Hara
Director of Programs
PEEC
Have you ever wondered what types of butterflies live on the Pajarito Plateau? Now’s your opportunity to find out! Join us on Saturday, June 22, at 2 p.m. for an enlightening talk by Ecologist Simone Lord as we flutter into the mesmerizing world of these winged wonders.
Simone Lord, an Environmental Professional at Los Alamos National Laboratory, will share her passion and expertise in wildlife conservation. Learn about local butterfly species, their behaviors, and habitats in a simple, Read More
Coronado Historic Site To Share Traditional Native Gardening Techniques Wednesday July 3
A traditional native garden. Courtesy/Coronado Historic Site
Coronado Historic Site News:
The community is invited to join Ranger Anthony Magdalena for a demonstration of traditional Pueblo Gardening 10:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, July 3 at Coronado Historic Site and Kuaua Pueblo, just minutes north of Albuquerque (off I-25, Exit 242) in Bernalillo at 485 Kuaua Road.
This program teaches participants traditional gardening techniques used by the Pueblo people, connecting modern gardening to the history of the land.
Each month Ranger Anthony focuses on a different aspect of garden care Read More
C’YA To Host Free QPR Suicide Prevention Training June 29
Come on down to White Rock, the 2024 Happiest Town in the USA, 11 a.m. to noon on June 29. You can grab a bite to eat at Pig & Fig, see beautiful Native Pots and visit the Splash Pad. Spend an hour at the White Rock Branch Library in cool air conditioning and learn how to become a Merchant of Hope. Questions call 505.695.9139. Read More
County Council To Hold Closed Session June 18, 2024
COUNTY News: LAPS: 2024 Devi Raju Citizenship Award Recipients
Students from Aspen Elementary receiving the 2024 Devi Raju Citizenship Award, with Principal Liz Janusz and Assistant Principal Shannon Trujillo, include front row from left, Ethan Brunner, Julia Granja Reyes and Paxton Condrey; second row Ava Plants, Moon Dang and Eva Sandoval; third row Elke Klagmann, Luke Miller and Tabitha Chiou; fourth four Benjamin Padilla, Xander Henne and Broderick Euler, fifth row Kimberly Rascon, Logan Beaulieu and Aden Serna; sixth row six Gabriel Saentz Gandara, Julian Quintana and Natalia Tuzel and seventh row Julia Schollenberger, Zoe Romero and Dillon Read More
STEM Summer Camps Fuel Childrens Curiosity, Creativity
STEM News:
Young innovators raising 7th to 9th graders will be a part of an exciting weeklong summer camp where they will be introduced to the world of 3D design and 3D printing! This introductory program to 3D Printing is designed to ignite creativity, enhance problem-solving skills, and inspire future STEM careers.
Participants will learn the fundamentals of 3D modeling using intro level software, bringing their imaginative designs to life through cutting-edge 3D printing technology. By the end of the week, students will create a 3D printed project and understand the principles behind Read More
University Of New Mexico-Taos Printmakers Exhibit At Higher Education Department In Santa Fe June 20-Dec. 11
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — The Department of Fine Arts at the University of New Mexico-Taos and the New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) have announced the UNM-Taos Printmaking Exhibition, a showcase by 24 artists who have studied under Associate Professor Gary Cook.
UNM-Taos is the first higher education institution to display student art and host a showing at the state department.
A reception, which is open to the public, is 2-5 p.m. June 20 at the New Mexico Higher Education Department’s Santa Fe office at 2044 Galisteo St., Suite 4.
“The New Mexico Higher Education Department is elated Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Robert Sayre At Secret City Kitchen
On the job in Los Alamos is Secret City Kitchen owner Robert Sayre Thursday afternoon preparing selections from his newly expanded summer menu. Secret City Kitchen is inside the Student Center at UNM-Los Alamos and open to the public 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Find the full summer menu, catering information and more here. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
View inside the renovated Student Center with new flooring, tables and chairs and more Thursday at UNM-LA. Secret City Kitchen is inside the Student Center to the right. The eatery is open to the public 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday Read More
National KIDS COUNT Data Book Shows Improvement In New Mexico Child Poverty
NMVC News:
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico has made improvements in lowering child poverty over the past decade, according to the national 2024 KIDS COUNT® Data Book, a 50-state annual report by the Annie E. Casey Foundation.
The Data Book, which analyzes how children and families are faring, was released Thursday by the Baltimore, MD-based foundation.
This year, the Data Book also includes information on adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and chronic absences.
“Although there’s still work to do, New Mexico’s official child poverty rate continues to improve but change takes time,” said Executive Read More
LAHS Class Of 1974 To Celebrate 50-Year Reunion
LAHS News:
The graduating class of 1974 from Los Alamos High School has announced its upcoming 50-year reunion. The event will take place Friday and Saturday, Sept. 27 and 28, 2024 in Los Alamos.
Former classmates are invited to come together to reminisce about their high school days, share stories of their lives since graduation, and catch up with old friends.
The reunion will happen over the homecoming weekend for Los Alamos High School and feature several events including meet and greets, homecoming activities including the parade and football game, hiking, golf, pickleball, tours and Read More
New Mexico Enrollment Growth And Student Investment Continue To Outperform National Averages
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — Statewide higher education enrollment in New Mexico continued to grow and was among the best in the United States, according to a national financial analysis of the 2022-2023 academic year, which highlighted the state’s Opportunity Scholarship as driving New Mexico’s higher education rebound.
The State Higher Education Executive Officers Association report also identified New Mexico as a national leader in reducing college students’ out-of-pocket costs.
“Our efforts to create more opportunity in higher education are paying off,” Higher Education Secretary Read More
Rio Arriba Adult Literacy Program Announces First Ever Storytelling Fundraiser Event June 29
RAALP News:
The Rio Arriba Adult Literacy Program (RAALP) will hold a storytelling fundraiser event, “The Story Starts Here: Empowering our Community Through Literacy” from 4-7 p.m., June 29 at the Los Lucero’s Historic Site in Velarde, NM.
The fundraiser will feature several local storytellers, live music, a food truck, a silent auction, and raffle prizes. Tickets are $20 and include one raffle entry. Raffle tickets will also be available for purchase at the event.
RAALP began hosting a series of free storytelling workshops in Española in early 2024. Longtime local educator Gino Brazil Read More
Wildlife Wednesday: Dunes Sagebrush Lizard Tonight In Albq.
Dunes Sagebrush Lizard. Courtesy/USFWS
USWS News:
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Biologist Marilyn E. Wright, Ph.D., will discuss her agency’s recent listing of the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard under the U.S. Endangered Species Act.
Wright is the featured speaker at the New Mexico Wildlife Federation’s free “Wildlife Wednesday” event tonight, June 12 in Albuquerque.
The Permian Basin in far southeastern New Mexico and West Texas is the premier oil and gas producing area in the nation. It’s also home to the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard, which the USFWS listed as a federally endangered species in May. Read More
ENMU Earns High National Rankings From OnlineU
ENMU News:
PORTALES – Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) has been recognized with 20 awards during the 2024 award cycle by OnlineU.com.
The awards recognize Eastern New Mexico University as having some of the best online programs in the nation, including the top ranking for online Speech Pathology and online Aviation Degrees, having the second-best online Physical Education degree, and being ranked sixth for best online degrees in Spanish.
ENMU was also ranked as having some of the most affordable online degrees in the nation, with the online Mathematics degree being ranked as the most Read More
NNMC Invites Community To Celebrate Juneteenth June 14
NNMC News:
Northern New Mexico College and Juneteenth New Mexico invite the community to attend a Juneteenth celebration at Northern’s Española campus at noon Friday, June 14, 2024. The celebration will be attended by the Offices of Senators Ben Ray Lujan and Martin Heinrich and will feature a keynote address by poet Hakim Bellamy.
Lunch will be provided by Hot Mess BBQ and DJ Dave will provide music. There will be a custom car show and other entertainment.
“We are excited to host the community to celebrate this critically important historical event, celebrating the ending of slavery in the United Read More
Jemez Historic Site: Beadwork Demos On Funday At Gisewa
Jemez Historic Site. Courtesy/Tira Howard Photography
NMDCA News:
Jemez Historic Site offers Funday at Gisewa with a variety of activities and demonstrations 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 16.
Visitors can explore their creative side through canvas painting or bring out their inner artisan and learn how to do beadwork with Darell Esquibel, an artist from San Felipe Pueblo. Learn the history of Gisewa with this engaging, hands-on opportunity! This program is included with admission of $7/adult.
Children 16 and younger free.
Also free to Museum of New Mexico Foundation members, Friends of Read More
New Mexico State Library Programs; Smokey Bear’s Birthday
Smokey: Remember, ‘Only YOU can prevent wildfires’.
New Mexico State Library News:
The New Mexico State Library (NMSL) supports summer reading programs at libraries around the state and also partners for Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday.
This year’s theme for public libraries is “Adventure Begins at Your Library” and NMSL is also partnering with the US Forest Service for its Smokey Bear Reading Challenge, providing related materials to New Mexico libraries celebrating Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday.
Additional resources including historical documents, videos, vintage poster images, news Read More
Los Alamos High School Hosts Activity Day For Students
Scene from LAHS Activity Day for students that started the last week of the school year. LAHS staff developed over 50 activities for students to participate in, covering six periods during the day. Courtesy/LAPS
Scene from LAHS Activity Day for students that started the last week of the school year. LAHS staff developed over 50 activities for students to participate in, covering six periods during the day. Courtesy/LAPS
Scene from LAHS Activity Day for students that started the last week of the school year. LAHS staff developed over 50 activities for students to participate in, covering six Read More
