Scholarship Winner Yunseo Kim Addresses Kiwanis Meeting
From left, Kiwanis Scholarship Committee Chair Dennis Gill, 2023 Jeannette O. Wallace Scholarship recipient Yunseo Kim and her parents Hyunjoo and Yongho Kim at the June 6 Kiwanis meeting. Courtesy/Kiwanis
KIWANIS News:
The 2023 winner of the Jeannette O. Wallace Scholarship, Yunseo Kim, daughter of Hyunjoo and Yongho Kim, spoke to the Los Alamos Kiwanis at their meeting June 6 and talked about her community service experience and future plans.
She has been very active in Kiwanis sponsored Key Club and in the Rotary programs. Kim has helped pack thousands of meals for the needy, helped the Read More
Santa Fe Community College: Fiber Optic Technician Course
CNM News:
SANTA FE – After conducting several successful fiber optic training courses in 2022 which graduated over 80 new certified fiber optic technicians, Santa Fe Community College will host two additional five-day fiber optic training courses.
This is a hands-on intensive program that gives students the opportunity to earn three certifications from the Fiber Optic Association. The program is free for residents of Santa Fe county.
The first session takes place 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Aug. 28 through Sept. 1, the second runs Oct. 16-20. Students are encouraged to apply for one of Read More
Aspen Elementary School OMERs Compete At World Finals
Aspen Elementary OMERs at World Finals. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
The Aspen Elementary School Odyssey of the Mind (OMERs) Division 2 team recently competed at the World Finals at Michigan State University. This is the first time the team has participated at this level of competition.
Team members Jocelyne Dolejsi, Kaya Wilson, Kai Bain-Zink, Evan Kolman, Zack Ramirez and Alea Kretz tied for 22nd out of over 60 teams. The team qualified for the World Finals by placing first in their division at the Colorado State Tournament held in April.
The team is coached by Aspen Elementary teachers (and husband Read More
PED: ‘Innovation Zones’ In New Mexico High Schools
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The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) has identified 47 schools that will serve as “Innovation Zones”, transforming the traditional high school education model while improving the experience and academic outcomes for local communities.
Click here for a list of the 2023-2024 awardees who collectively will receive $11.4 million.
“Our goal is to identify best practices that can spread across the state over time to improve graduation rates by making high school more relevant and exciting to students Read More
Kiwanis In The Community—Part 5: May We Build
All of the Kiwanis school clubs support the African Library Project (ALP). Photo by Sharon Allen
Photo by Sharon Allen
By CHERYL PONGRATZ
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
Kiwanis has been active in Los Alamos for 75 years.
The Kiwanis Motto is “Serving the Children of the World”. That motto replaced one that was in effect for 80 years at the international level: We Build.
Kiwanis builds by serving the children of the world. A strong pillar of Kiwanis is the concept of Kiwanis Family—offering “clubs” at every school level here in Los Alamos.
The elementary schools have “K Kids”. In general, these are for Read More
New Mexico Education Departments Join To Raise Awareness About Firearm Safety … June Is National Gun Violence Awareness Month
STATE EDUCATION News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Public and Higher Education Departments join a national effort raising awareness about the dangers of gun violence and share information aimed at preventing tragedies in schools, homes and communities during National Gun Violence Awareness Month.
Staff members at PED are wearing orange on Wednesdays in June in solidarity with advocates nationwide working to end gun violence. Every year in the United States, 19,000 children and teens are shot and killed or wounded, and approximately 3 million are exposed to gun violence. More than 455 New Mexicans Read More
Higher Education Department Offers $5 Million In Debt Forgiveness For Teachers
NMHED Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) is encouraging teachers with outstanding student loans to apply for debt forgiveness through the state’s Teacher Loan Repayment Program, which is now accepting applications until Aug. 1.
New Mexico licensed teachers working in high-need fields and schools statewide may be eligible for up to $6,000 per year for two years toward principal debt and interest on federal student loans related to teacher education.
The program received a record number of applications last year Read More
PEEC Selected By NASA To Be A Community Anchor
PEEC News:
PEEC is excited to announce that it has been selected by NASA to be a Community Anchor institution. The designation as a Community Anchor recognizes institutions as local hubs bringing NASA STEM and space science to students and families in traditionally underserved areas. The agency has selected 17 institutions across the country to receive more than $660,000 in grants to help enhance local impact and strengthen their ability to build sustainable connections Read More
Seven LAHS Art Students Win State Competition Awards
Award recipient Taylor Kanzleiter. Courtesy/LAPS
Award recipient Olivia Long. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Seven Los Alamos High School art students won 10 awards in the 2023 New Mexico Scholastic Art & Writing Competition. Students were recognized at an awards ceremony earlier this year at the Orpheum Community Hub in Albuquerque.
The awards include two Gold Keys, four Silver Keys and four Honorable Mentions in the Digital Art, Drawing & Illustration, Painting and Sculpture categories. The works of the Gold Key award winners are automatically entered into the National Competition. Read More
Fort Selden Historic Site Hosts ‘ID An Animal’ June 17
NMDCA News
Ranger Mike will guide visitors through his “ID an Animal” program 11 a.m. to noon June 17, at Fort Selden Historic Site.
Visitors will learn to identify animals commonly found throughout New Mexico. As part of the program, Ranger Mike will have an array of skulls, bones and pelts, which visitors can use as clues for identifying the various species.
Program is included in the price of admission, which is $5 for adults and free for children 16 and younger.
Fort Selden Historic Site regularly hosts ranger programs focused on the flora, fauna, culture, art, architecture and history of Fort Read More
Luján Introduces Legislation To Improve Access To Clean Buses For Rural Communities
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) introduced legislation today to expand rural communities’ access to clean school buses. Studies have shown that pollution levels in the cabin of existing diesel school buses are 12 times higher than outdoors.
This legislation will protect rural students from these harmful diesel emissions by supporting the installation of the infrastructure needed to support rural schools’ clean bus fleets.
Specifically, this bill will codify the eligibility of clean school bus infrastructure, such as propane Read More
Empowering Youth Through Art, Science, Technology: STEMarts LAB And SALA Event Center Begin Collaboration
From left, SALA owner Allan Saenz, STEMarts Lab founder Agnes Chavez, SALA volunteer Kevin Holsapple, NMSBA PI Dave Modl and Steve Smith of Los Alamos Visualization Associates. Courtesy photo
Community News:
STEMarts Lab and SALA Event Center are joining forces to prepare young minds for the 21st-century workplace through a groundbreaking collaboration.
The work of STEMarts Lab to empower youth through art, science, and technology will be brought together with the growing immersive experience capabilities of SALA to provide new kinds of educational opportunities in Northern New Mexico. Read More
Park, Henderson, Rocha Awarded 2023 Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra Scholarships
Courtesy/LASO
By JOYCE ANN GUZIK
Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra
The Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra awarded three $500 scholarships to Los Alamos High School Seniors in 2023. These scholarships are awarded to one or more high school seniors who have demonstrated exceptional talent and interest in music. The student must attend Los Alamos High School or live in Los Alamos County. The scholarship is intended to encourage the recipients to continue their musical activities, regardless of whether they pursue music as a career in the future.
Yeanwoo Park was awarded the Rosemary O’Connor scholarship. Read More
Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum Presents Dr. Steven Collins Lecture On ‘Sodom And The Cities Of The Kikkar: Separating Fact From Fiction’
New Mexico Public Education Commissioner Honored For Being Education Advocate
Steven J. Carrillo
NMPED News
SANTA FE — The Public Education Commission’s (PEC) Steven J. Carrillo was honored Thursday by the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce as its “Education Champion of the Year” during a virtual awards ceremony.
As commissioner, Carrillo represents District 10, which encompasses northern New Mexico except for the Four Corners. There are 16 charter schools in his district. The PEC, which authorizes 57 state-chartered charter schools in New Mexico, consists of 10 elected Commissioners who serve staggered terms of four years with no term limits, as outlined Read More
SALA Presents Oppenheimer Festival: Celebrating The Legacy Of J. Robert Oppenheimer
Courtesy/SALA
SALA News:
SALA Los Alamos Event Center announces the Oppenheimer Festival, an ambitious project that aims to transcend the traditional movie-watching experience and create a captivating journey into the life and legacy of J. Robert Oppenheimer.
This festival holds immense importance for Los Alamos, as it celebrates the town’s historical significance and the inspiration drawn from Oppenheimer’s presence during the making of the movie within the community.
Spanning Thursday, July 20 to Saturday, July 30, the Oppenheimer Festival promises to captivate audiences with Read More
Longenecker & Associates Increases Financial Support For Northern New Mexico College Students
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — As part of a strong commitment to supporting STEM education efforts, Longenecker & Associates (L&A) is increasing financial support for students at Northern New Mexico College (NNMC).
L&A has increased to $15,000 its annual contribution to the Northern New Mexico College Foundation. This will fund three scholarships for students interested in a career in a field that supports L&A’s missions in Northern New Mexico at Los Alamos and Sandia national laboratories, such as project management, business and support functions. Recipients are eligible Read More
St. John’s College Graduate Institute Announces Summer Lecture Series
SJC News:
SANTA FE — The St. John’s College Graduate Institute has announced its summer lecture series. Wednesdays throughout the summer, the college offers presentations by visiting scholars from notable universities across the country and members of the St. John’s College faculty.
Lectures will be held in person on the college’s campuses in Annapolis, Md. and Santa Fe, N.M.
They are free and open to the public, with seating available on a first come, first served basis. Each lecture will also be live-streamed on Zoom.
“While classes at St. John’s generally proceed through discussion among Read More
LAPS Reminder To Register For 2023-2024 School Year
LAPS News:
Before you head off on summer vacation, remember to register for the 2023-2024 school year.
All students planning to attend any Los Alamos Public Schools site in the upcoming school year must complete the online registration process.
This includes returning students, new students, kindergarten and preschool. Go to https://www.laschools.net/registration for more information and to register using either a computer or smartphone.
School sites are not able to assign students a class schedule or teacher until the registration process is completed.
LAPS uses SchoolMint Registration Read More
