Los Alamos Public Schools Is Closed … Happy Snow Day!
By JENNIFER GUY
Superintendent
Los Alamos Public Schools
Los Alamos Public Schools has closed for today, Dec. 14.
Snow is predicted to continue to fall through the morning and we are not able to keep up with snow removal.
There will be no school, no sports and no activities. Classes will resume on Friday.
Have a safe, fun SNOW DAY! Read More
Surprise! Exceptional Educator At Cleveland High School Receives Milken Educator Award And $25,000 Cash Prize
NMPED News:
Cleveland High School was abuzz with excitement Wednesday for New Mexico Secretary of Public Education Dr. Arsenio Romero’s visit, but the school, and one very special teacher, were surprised with some unexpected news – STEAM and robotics teacher Ashli Knoell received the 2023 Milken Educator Award and a $25,000 cash prize!
Knoell received the Award from Dr. Jane Foley, Milken Educator Awards senior vice president, and Dr. Romero, as well as a gymnasium full of cheering students, colleagues, dignitaries and media. The Award comes with a $25,000 cash prize that recipients can Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools On 2-Hour Delay Thursday
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) will be on a 2-hour delay on Thursday, Dec. 14.
All schools will start 2 hours late.
Buses will arrive at their stops 2 hours after their regularly scheduled times. Read More
Northern New Mexico College To Close For Winter Break
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — Northern New Mexico College will be closed Dec. 16, 2023 through Jan. 1, 2024 and will reopen Jan. 2, 2024.
No classes will be held, and no student services will be available during that time. Those interested in applying for the Spring 2023 semester can find step-by-step admissions information at https://nnmc.edu/home/student-
Services will resume Jan. 2, 2024, and the new semester begins Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. New Student Orientation is Jan. 11, 2024. Read More
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Highlights Postsecondary Student Success Grants At National College Completion Conference
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) provided video remarks to the attendees of Complete College America’s Annual Convening in Las Vegas, Nev.
VIDEO: Heinrich Highlights Postsecondary Student Success Grants at Complete College America Convening, Dec. 10, 2023.
During his remarks, Heinrich highlighted his work on the Senate Appropriations Committee to successfully establish and fund the Postsecondary Student Success Grants Program at the U.S. Department of Education.
This new grants program was based on legislation that Read More
Christine Bernstein Finishes Term On LAPS School Board
Christine Bernstein
From LAPS:
Christine Bernstein will attend her last meeting as a School Board member this evening, after four years representing District 3.
Ms. Bernstein has served as Board Secretary for the past year. She has also served as vice president, and on several committees, including Budget, Finance and Audit, Los Alamos County/LAPS/UNM-LA Executive Leadership, Student Liaison Application Review, Facilities Master Plan Work Group, Project Steering Committee for North Mesa, Calendar, Superintendent Evaluation, and Strategic Plan.
“I hope I have had some impact on Read More
LAPS Announces 2023 School Site Spelling Bee Winners
Barranca Elementary winners from left, Corbin Wakefield, 3rd place; Samuel Cawkwell, 2nd place and Liam Colgan, 1st place, along with teacher Candice Kuykendall who coordinated the Barranca Mesa Spelling Bee. Courtesy/LAPS
Winners of the Chamisa Elementary Spelling Bee with Spelling Bee Coordinator Gayle Eustis, back row from left, Dylan Rodriguez, runner-up; Chris Beavers, 3rd place; EJ Atkinson, 2nd place and front row, Dawson Belobrajdic, 1st place. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) has announced the winners of the Elementary School and Los Alamos Middle Read More
Leadership Los Alamos Gathers For Educational Session
Scene from LLA’s educational session held Nov. 17 at UNM-Los Alamos. Courtesy/LLA
Scene from LLA’s educational session held Nov. 17 at UNM-Los Alamos. Courtesy/LLA
LLA News:
The 2024 Leadership Los Alamos (LLA) cohort gathered Nov. 17 at UNM-Los Alamos for an educational session aimed at exploring prevalent education-related topics. While the main focus was on Los Alamos education, the discussions extended to regional and New Mexico state issues. These discussions highlighted the current educational landscape, addressing challenges, advancements, and trends in pedagogical approaches, Read More
Starbucks Builds Bridge To Better Future Hitting 12,000 Graduate Milestone Including Kaylen From Los Alamos
Kaylen Pocaterra
Announcement from Starbucks:
Kaylen Pocaterra, barista from Los Alamos, will graduate Monday, Dec. 11 from Arizona State University with a bachelor’s degree.
Starbucks is committed to elevating the partner (employee) experience and dedicated to offering partners a bridge to a better future. One way Starbucks has done this since 2014, is through the Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP), which provides all eligible U.S. partners (employees) an opportunity to earn their first-time bachelor’s degree with 100 percent upfront tuition coverage.
The company Read More
LAPS School Board To Meet Tuesday Dec. 12, 2023
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 12 in the LAPS Boardroom at 2101 Trinity Dr., Suite V.
The meeting is open to the public and can be attended via Zoom.
To submit comments for items not on the agenda, see email address in item 6 below.
For comments during the meeting, please use: public.comments@laschools.net
Agenda
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Call to Order President Antonio Jaurigue will call the meeting to order and review the meeting protocols.
- Roll Call
- Routine Business/Approval of Agenda Approval of Agenda Action Item
Cornell Lab Of Ornithology: Enjoying Birds Year-Round
A sweet Mountain Chickadee. Courtesy/©Hannah Criswell/Macaulay Library
From Cornell Lab of Ornithology:
Even when the weather turns cooler, it’s always a great time to enjoy and support birds.
Here are a few fun resources from the Cornell Lab to explore this winter:
- From fruit-eating birds in Panama, to nesting albatross, there is always something exciting to see on the Cornell Lab Bird Cams. Pop over to the live streamed cams and enjoy a virtual window into the natural world any time of year.
- In winter, cavity-nesting birds roost in hollows and nest boxes to stay safe and warm as they rest. Hosting
New Mexico Student From Magdalena High School To Represent Region On National Leadership Council
Jorianne Mirabal from Magdalena High School has been selected to the National Federation of State High School Associations’ National Student Advisory Council. Courtesy/NMAA
NMAA News:
Magdalena High School’s Jorianne Mirabal has been selected to the National Federation of State High School Associations’ National Student Advisory Council. The 16-member council includes students from all over the country who will represent the 8 regional sections of the NFHS.
Mirabal is one of 2 student leaders to represent Section 6, consisting of New Mexico, Arkansas, Colorado, Oklahoma and Texas. Read More
LANL: Collaboration With Navajo Technical University Supports Clean Hydrogen Careers
Community: Collaboration with Navajo Technical University supports clean hydrogen careers
A newly expanded partnership between Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and Navajo Technical University is helping foster a STEM-adept workforce ready to contribute to a high-tech, clean energy future with a concentration on fuel cell technology and additive manufacturing. Read the full article here. Courtesy/LANL Read More
Op-Ed: Why New Mexico Students Need More Time In School
By SECRETARY ARSENIO ROMERO
New Mexico Public Education Department
There is a lot I’ve been seeing in the news lately about a new rule that is being proposed by the New Mexico Public Education Department that would establish the standard minimum school year is 180 days for all schools. I want to be clear about something, this is an update of an existing rule that established the 180-day minimum standard for schools with 5 days per week calendars in 2011-2012.
This rule was not strictly enforced in recent years due to the pandemic, so some schools have dropped their instructional days below 180. In Read More
SFCS/Higher Education Center Winter Break: Dec. 18-Jan. 1
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) and the Santa Fe Higher Education Center, the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center and the college’s early childhood development center, Kids Campus will close for Winter Break Saturday, Dec. 18, 2023 through Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.
No classes or activities will be held and no other student services will be available during this time. Snow removal and grounds maintenance will not be operational during this time. Services will resume Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024. All buildings including the Willliam C. Witter Fitness Education Center Read More
SFCC Continuing Education Spring Registration Now Open With New Partnerships And Classes For Entrepreneurs
Cover of SFCC Continuing Education Spring 2024 Schedule, Courtesy/SFCC
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College announces the Spring Continuing Education Schedule is now available online. Print copies can be found in the racks at Santa Fe Community College, the Santa Fe Higher Education Center and around town. Visit https://www.sfcc.edu/ce for tips on registering and to view the variety of offerings.
With more than 180 classes offered, there are many opportunities for personal and professional growth. The Spring schedule has many new classes, including several to help entrepreneurs Read More
UNM-Los Alamos Community Internship Collaboration Program Is A Win-Win For Students And Employers
Students participating in UNM-LA’s Community Internship Collaboration (CIC) program this semester celebrate their graduation Wednesday. Here, the interns are joined by mentors who participated in the program including Chamber Director Ryn Herrmann, front row at right, and CIC Coordinator Brittany Carpenter, front row at left. Courtesy/UNM-LA
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Entering the workforce can feel daunting, even armed with a college degree or a certificate in a specific trade. How does one compete with other applicants or get experience that Read More
UNM-LA Hosts Fine Arts & Art Studio Student/Faculty Show
A scene from the UNM-LA Fine Arts and Art Studio Student/Faculty Show and Open House Tuesday. This event marked the beginning of a series designed to foster community interaction, providing a unique opportunity for residents to explore the vibrant arts program at UNM-LA. Student pieces, curated by the artists themselves, were available for purchase, with proceeds directly benefiting the contributors. Faculty works were featured in a silent auction, contributing to the overall fundraising efforts for the Art Studio program at UNM-LA. Courtesy/UNM-LA
Susan Tucker’s ‘Floral Tiles’ on Read More
LAHS Eco Club To Host Thrift Sale Dec. 16
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos High School Eco Club invites the community to its first Thrift Sale 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 16 in the Los Alamos High School Speech Theater.
Signs will be posted on campus to direct buyers to the Speech Theater.
Proceeds from the sale will go to the LAHS Eco Club to work on sustainable projects on the high school campus, including building a greenhouse.
The Eco Club meets every Tuesday to plan sustainable projects on campus. Members are currently working on the thrift sale, electrifying LAHS (banning anything that burns fossil fuels), and a plastic bag ban. Their goal Read More
PEEC: Winter Sowing Class At Nature Center Dec. 9
