Santa Fe Community College’s Nurses Association Club To Host Blood Drive With Vitalant Tuesday Feb. 6
SFCC News:
Santa Fe Community College’s (SFCC) Student Nurses Association Club will host a Vitalant Blood Drive, noon to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6 in SFCC Board Room 223, 6401 Richards Ave.
Please bring your photo ID.
To schedule a blood donation, visit https://bit.ly/SNABloodDrive.
For more information, email HChase@vitalant.org or call 505.246.1498.
Walk-ins are welcome. Read More
Scenes From LAFD’s 2024 Fire Recruit Academy Class #32
Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes addresses the members of the Fire Recruit Academy Class #32 this morning during their graduation ceremony at Crossroads Bible Church. Chief Hughes highlighted their achievements and emphasized their dedication to serving and safeguarding the Los Alamos County community. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Family, friends and community members gather this morning for the graduation ceremony of the Los Alamos Fire Recruit Academy Class #32 at Crossroads Bible Church. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Sarah Hinze pins the firefighter badge on Read More
Toppers Basketball Falls To Lady Cardinals 42-48
Gerrianna Romero takes the opening tipoff Tuesday evening in Griffith Gymnasium as the Toppers host the Las Vegas Robertson Cardinals. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
GG Romero was the high point player of the game with 24 points. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School Hilltopper Girls Basketball Team led most of the game Tuesday evening in Griffith Gymnasium against the Las Vegas Robertson Cardinals.
But late in the fourth quarter the Cardinals pulled ahead to win the contest 48-42.
The teams were evenly matched, and the game was close, but the Read More
Governor Calls For Funding For Literacy Institute
Second grade teacher Katie Wiederholt uses examples to reinforce a new unit in the structured literacy curriculum at Amy Biehl Community School on Jan. 18, 2024. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Thursday her proposal to establish a new ‘literacy institute’ to help students reading below grade level. Courtesy/SFNM
By ROBERT NOTT
The Santa Fe New Mexican
It was 8:30 a.m. on a Thursday in Miss Katie’s second grade class and the kids were on a treasure hunt for silent letters.
Teacher Katie Wiederholt — Miss Katie — used hand and finger signals to break some of the words apart, sounding Read More
Special Ed Teachers Hope Lawmakers OK Pay Raises, Admin Changes
Principal Brittany Behenna Griffith smiles Friday while extending her shaving cream-covered hand to 4-year-old Tenzin Dhangsel in a preschool classroom at Nye Early Childhood Center in Santa Fe. Courtesy/Gabriela Campos/The New Mexican
By MARGARET O’HARA
The Santa Fe New Mexican
Brittany Behenna Griffith has a laundry list of adjectives to describe the ideal special education teacher: data-driven, observant, organized, flexible, creative, communicative.
As principal of Nye Early Childhood Center, Behenna Griffith and her staff serve a unique population of students. In addition Read More
Governor Bemoans Absenteeism, Calls For More School Days During White House Panel Event
By GABRIELLE PORTER
The Santa Fe New Mexican
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham may be fighting an uphill battle in her controversial quest to mandate a 180-day school year across the state.
But her goal fits right into the educational agenda of a powerful potential ally: the Biden administration.
Fresh off her Tuesday State of the State Address where she outlined a number of educational goals, the governor spoke Wednesday on a panel of state and federal officials introducing the White House’s roadmap to help states boost students’ academic performance. The plan, officials said, encourages states Read More
LAPS Transportation Dept. Issues Reminder To Drivers To Exercise Caution Near School Buses, Stops, Student Riders
LAPS News:
With the start of the spring semester, the LAPS Transportation Department would like to remind drivers in Los Alamos and White Rock to exercise caution when it comes to school buses, bus stops and the students who ride those buses, as well as inform the community about the law regarding school buses.
There were 106 stop arm violations reported during the fall semester, and six violations since the start of the second semester just five days ago. “Our greatest concern is the safety of our students. When vehicles don’t stop, it endangers the safety of our community’s students. Please keep Read More
LAPS Celebrates 2024 School Board Appreciation Month
LAPS School Board members from left, Secretary Sondra Wyman, President Antonio Jaurigue, Vice President Ellen Specter and members Melanie Colgan and Lauren Coupland. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
January, school districts across the country honor the community volunteers who serve on their local school boards as part of School Board Recognition Month.
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) recognizes the hard work and dedication of the LAPS School Board including President Antonio Jaurigue, Vice President Ellen Specter, Secretary Sondra Wyman and members Melanie Colgan and Lauren Coupland. Read More
UNM-LA To Host College Cents Night Jan. 22
UNM-LA News:
We are excited to invite you and your family to College Cents Night at UNM-LA, an informative and engaging event designed to help current and future students navigate the world of financial aid and enhance your financial literacy skills 6-7:30 p.m., Jan. 22, 2024 at UNM-L.A.
Agenda:
- Demystifying FAFSA: Our experts will walk you through the new FAFSA application process, offering valuable insights and tips to ensure a smooth financial aid application experience.
- Unlock Opportunities with the Opportunity Scholarship: Learn about the exciting Opportunity and Lottery Scholarships
FSN: Ofc. Ross Discusses ‘Emojis You Don’t Want to Ignore’
FSN News:
Does your child, tween, or teen have a smartphone or social media account? Family Strengths Network (FSN) invites parents and caregivers in the community to attend the speaker series, “Emojis You Don’t Want to Ignore,” 5:30-7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 25 at FSN (3540 Orange St).
Los Alamos Police Ofc. Chris Ross will educate parents regarding online and digital safety of their children. He will explain the types of things to pay attention to, especially around the issues of sexting and the selling of drugs via text and/or social media.
This presentation is free and open to anyone; no registration Read More
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Calls On State To ‘Double Down’ And ‘Supercharge’ Literacy Efforts
NewMexicoKidsCAN News:
SANTA FE — NewMexicoKidsCAN announced that in Tuesday’s 2024 State of the State Address, New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham highlighted several education initiatives including structured literacy, extended learning time and school improvement efforts.
The bulk of her education remarks focused on improving reading outcomes, calling for the state to “double down” and “supercharge” its efforts to improve literacy.
Lujan Grisham formally requested $30 million in capital funding from the New Mexico Legislature to establish a Statewide Literacy Institute. Read More
St. John’s College Brings World-Class Speakers To Santa Fe For Spring Dean’s Lecture And Concert Series
SJC News:
SANTA FE — St. John’s College has announced its spring formal lecture series. Friday evenings, members of the St. John’s College community gather in the Great Hall to hear a lecture or concert from visiting scholars, artists, poets, or faculty.
Lecturers include members of the St. John’s College faculty — known as tutors — and professors from notable universities across the country. Each lecture is followed by a question period and an engaging discussion between the lecturer and attendees.
“We are proud to bring world-class thought leaders and major musicians to Santa Fe,” says St. Read More
LANL Foundation Opens Applications For Community Outreach Grants
LANL Foundation News:
ESPAÑOLA – Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Foundation is now accepting applications for its Community Outreach Grants.
These grants support schools, school districts, non-profits, Pueblos, Nations, and Tribal communities in the seven-county area of Los Alamos, Mora, Rio Arriba, Sandoval, San Miguel, Santa Fe and Taos counties.
Interested applicants should apply for the $5,000 grant before the deadline of Feb. 15. The Foundation will be awarding 16 Community Outreach Grants for a total of $80,000.
“These grants are specifically for those groups in our communities Read More
SFCC And AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Open Appointments For Tax-Assistance And Preparation Jan. 29 Through April 15
Santa Fe Community College 6401 Richards Ave., in Santa Fe. Courtesy/SFCC
SFCC news:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) and AARP Foundation Tax-Aide announce they will offer in-person tax assistance and preparation by appointment.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free tax assistance and preparation service. The services are provided by volunteers from the community. Appointments can be made now at www.sfcc.edu/taxaide. Tax preparation services will be done on SFCC’s main campus, 6401 Richards Ave. in rooms 408 and 410 in the Main Building.
The State Coordinator Read More
Friends Of History Online Series Features Nick Pappas
Crosses of iron by Author Nick Pappas. Courtesy/New Mexico Press 202
NMHM News:
The New Mexico History Museum (NMHM) and Friends of History continue the online only series, Feb. 7, with a fascinating look into the two devastating mining disasters (1913 and 1923) in Dawson, NM with: CROSSES OF IRON: THE TRAGIC STORY OF DAWSON, NEW MEXICO AND ITS TWIN MINING DISASTERS presented by four-decade veteran journalist Albuquerque-based Nick Pappas.
In October 1913, 261 miners and two rescuers died when a massive explosion ripped through a mine operated by Phelps, Dodge & Co. in Dawson, N.M. Read More
This Week in Sports: Jan. 16-20, 2023
This Week in Sports:
Los Alamos High School Hilltopper games are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team of Mike Cote, John McHale and Nate Limback.
The Los Alamos High School Hilltopper Sports Schedule for Tuesday, Jan. 16 through Friday, Jan. 19:
Jan. 16 Tuesday
- Girls Basketball vs Robertson Home – 6:30 p.m. Broadcast on Daily Post YouTube Channel
- Boys Basketball vs ABQ Academy Away – 7 p.m.
Jan. 18 Thursday
- Girls Basketball vs Santa Fe Indian School Home – 6:30 p.m.
Jan. 19 Friday
- Girls/Boys Wrestling Individual Tournament at St. Pius – 3 p.m.
- Boys Basketball vs Aztec Away – 6 p.m.
Jan. Read More
Los Alamos Geological Society To Host Virginia McLemore
Virginia McLemore
LAGS News:
The Los Alamos Geological Society will meet 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16 at the Los Alamos Christian Church, 92 East Road.
The guest speaker will be Senior Economic Geologist Virginia McLemore of New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources at New Mexico Tech.
The topic of her talk is “Exploration for Critical Minerals in New Mexico”.
The community is welcomed to attend the meeting. Read More
School For Advanced Research Receives $900,000 Grant From National Endowment For Humanities
Interior view of the School for Advanced Research on Santa Fe’s east side. Courtesy/SAR
Exterior view of the School for Advanced Research on its 15-acre campus in Santa Fe. Courtesy/SAR
SAR News:
The School for Advanced Research (SAR) is honored to announce that it has been awarded a grant in the amount of $900,000 from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). The grant will support “Expanding Humanities Programming Capacity at SAR,” an initiative of SAR’s Indian Arts Research Center (IARC), which collaborates with descendant communities and stewards one of the nation’s finest collections Read More
Key Clubbers To Describe ‘How To Save A Life’ Project At Kiwanis Meeting Monday Evening In Kelly Hall At TOTH
Scene from LAHS Key Club hosting their ‘How to Save a Life’ educational program highlighting the dangers of Fentanyl held Nov. 14 at SALA. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from LAFD Capt. Robert Fuselier speaking to students about the dangers of Fentanyl during LAHS Key Club’s ‘How to Save a Life’ program held Nov. 14 at SALA. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.comDel Norte LOV Foundation Opens Applications To Local Graduating Seniors For 2024 Scholarship Program
DNLF News:
SANTA FE — Del Norte LOV (Living Our Vision) Foundation, a nonprofit organization and extension of Del Norte Credit Union, announces the opening of the 2024 Scholarship Program aimed at awarding $22,000 to local graduating seniors or equivalent.
The Del Norte LOV Foundation has supported 30 seniors since starting their scholarship program in 2021. For the third year in a row, the Del Norte LOV Foundation is increasing the scholarship total available to the community.
“The mission of the Del Norte LOV Foundation is to improve lives of youth and families in New Mexico, the scholarship Read More
