SFCC Announces Graduation Ceremony For EPA Environmental Technician Training At HEC April 28
SFCC News:
Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) announces Graduation Ceremony for EPA Environmental Technician Training 10 a.m. to noon, Friday, April 28 at Santa Fe Higher Education Center.
Details:
- Who: Eleven graduates, who will be job-ready upon completion of the program. They will have up to nine industry certifications after completing the intensive five-week training.
- When: 10 a.m. to noon Friday, April 28
- Where: Santa Fe Higher Education Center Lobby
- Cost: Free.
Of Note: Graduates will receive certifications in the following:
- General Hazardous Waste Site Worker
Los Alamos Police Sponsor Hawk Hangout April 27
Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department will sponsor the next Los Alamos Middle School Hawk Hangout.
This will be a fun event for police officers to engage with local 7th & 8th grade youth,” Deputy Chief Oliver Morris said. “We hope to encourage our Los Alamos parents to let their middle school students attend this event at SALA 3:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 27.
There will be games, fun, a movie and short educational material to teach youth the dangers of modern drug trends.
“The Los Alamos Police Department is committed to our children,” Deputy Chief Oliver Morris said. Read More
LAHS Tennis Competes At Albuquerque Academy Tourney
The Los Alamos High School tennis team competed April 7-8 in the Albuquerque Academy Tournament. The boys team placed 2nd in the tournament. They had wins over Belen, Robertson and Cibola and lost to Albuquerque Academy in the finals (1-8). The girls team also competed in the Albuquerque Academy tournament and placed 8th. Picture includes Spencer Urbatsch, Aditya Viswanathan, Ryan Sood, Michael Witkowski, Nick Witkowski, Axel Niklasson (top row), Cameron McDonald, Lauryn Anaya (Coach), and Andres Iturregui (bottom row). Courtesy/Coach Lauryn Anaya Read More
Heinrich Highlights School-Based Mental Health Care During Visits To SHS And Western New Mexico University
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich visits Western New Mexico University April 12. Courtesy/Heinrich
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich visits Silver High School to highlight school-based mental health services supported by the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act April 12. Courtesy/Heinrich
U.S. SENATE News:
SILVER CITY — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) visited Silver High School and Western New Mexico University Wednesday, to highlight federal investments to support school-based mental health, distance learning, wildland science education, and research on safe corridors for outdoor recreation Read More
Institute Of American Indian Arts: Chihuly Scholarship
The Institute of American Indian Arts announces the Chihuly Scholarship, underwritten by the Dale and Leslie Chihuly Foundation in memory of IAIA alum, glass artist Tony Jojola (Isleta Pueblo) ’76. Courtesy/IAIA
IAIA News:
The Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) announces the Chihuly Scholarship, underwritten by the Dale and Leslie Chihuly Foundation in memory of IAIA alum, glass artist Tony Jojola (Isleta Pueblo) ’76.
The generous four-year full-ride scholarship will cover tuition, room and board, programmatic expenses, and experiential learning opportunities for an incoming Read More
Eight Youth Participate In Zuni Youth Enrichment Project Backpacking Trip In Grand Canyon
Scene from Zuni Youth Enrichment Project participants backpacking in Grand Canyon. Courtesy/ZYEP
Scene from Zuni Youth Enrichment Project participants backpacking in Grand Canyon. Courtesy/ZYEP
ZYEP News:
ZUNI, N.M. — Earlier this month, the Zuni Youth Enrichment Project (ZYEP) had the opportunity to take eight youth participants on a backpacking trip in Grand Canyon National Park.
ZYEP Youth Development Coordinator Kiara “Kiki” Zunie, Physical Activity Coordinator Josh Kudrna and Cultural Advisor Keith Edaakie chaperoned the trip, which took place March 13-16. This opportunity Read More
Local Students Make Honor Roll At Oregon State University
OSU News:
CORVALLIS, Ore. — Oregon State University announces the names of students from New Mexico who have made the Scholastic Honor Roll Winter 2023, including Los Alamos High School graduate Adalee Witt, a freshman studying Botany.
A total of 12,307 students earned a B-plus (3.5) or better to make the listing. To be on the Honor Roll, students must carry at least 6 graded hours of course work.
New Mexico Students on the Honor Roll:
Alamogordo
Bradley C. Allen, Senior, Fish, Wildlife & Conserv Scien; Brian K. Mcginnis, Junior, Business Administration; Kennedy J. Quinones, Sophomore, Read More
Los Alamos High School Track & Field Athletes Distinguish Themselves At Marilyn Sepulveda Meet Of Champions
Jaiya Daniels won the 100 m (12.33 sec.), 200 m (24.84 sec.), and triple jump (38’ 1/4”). Photo by Blake Wood
Colette Bibeault won the pole vault with a jump of 10’. She also placed 5th in the 300 m hurdles (48.26 sec.) Photo by Blake Wood
By BLAKE WOOD
Assistant Coach
LAHS Cross Country
Los Alamos High School (LAHS) Track & Field athletes distinguished themselves Monday evening at the Marilyn Sepulveda Meet of Champions at UNM.
Only the top-10 athletes in each event across all classifications in New Mexico are invited to this meet, so the level of competition is very high.
Top finishers among Read More
LAHS Graduate Serves On Jury For Gwyneth Paltrow Trial
LAHS graduate Frances Laurent with fellow juror during the Gwyneth Paltrow and Terry Sanderson trial last month in Park City, Utah where Laurent attends the University of Utah. Courtesy photo
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
A retired optometrist, a movie star and a 2021 Los Alamos High School graduate all congregated in a court room for a trial that was broadcast around the country. It sounds strange but it is true. Frances Laurent, a sophomore at the University of Utah and 2021 LAHS graduate, served on the jury for the trial between actress Gwyneth Paltrow and Read More
St. John’s College Santa Fe Goes 100% Solar
New solar installation to be unveiled on Earth Day April 22 at St. John’s College. Photo by Kevin Lange
SANTA FE — St. John’s College President Mark Roosevelt will cut the ribbon on a new grid-tied solar installation at noon Saturday, April 22. The installation will generate 100% of the campus’s electricity and includes 1,670 solar panels and 20 electric vehicle charging stations for use by the St. John’s community.
“At St. John’s College, we are proud to be moving forward on multiple fronts The implementation of these sustainable solutions ensures that our campus facilities and student offerings Read More
Earth Day Festivities At Los Alamos Nature Center April 22
Fun and entertainment for all ages will be available at PEEC’s Earth Day Festival 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road! Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center’s (PEEC’s) signature event, the annual Earth Day Festival, is happening 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at Los Alamos Nature Center.
Throughout the day, guests can visit a variety of local, regional and state booths with all kinds of activities and information to celebrate Earth Day. Recycle Man will provide interactive entertainment at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Read More
PAC 8 Summer Media Classes Start May 30
Courtesy/PAC 8
Courtesy/PAC 8
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 summer media classes start May 30 and openings remain for students aged 9-14.
Students have opportunities to learn videography, editing using Premiere Pro, drone flying with photography and videography, music composition, lighting, special effects, GoPro Video and more.
Some new classes have been added this year: During ScienceFest on July 8, students will record interviews and events and edit video about ScienceFest. A free lunch for the students will be provided by MainStreet. Also, students in another class will create a documentary on Read More
Registration Open For Teens For PAC 8 Summer Youth Film Intensive Program
Scene of teens participating in a past Summer Youth Film Intensive Program. Courtesy/PAC8
Scene of teens participating in a past Summer Youth Film Intensive Program. Courtesy/PAC8
PAC 8 News:
The PAC 8 Summer Youth Film Intensive Program is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 5-7, 10-14 and 17-21 this year.
Started in 2021, this 3 week program will take participants through all of the steps in the process of creating an original short film – screen writing, camera operation, production planning and location shooting, acting for film, videography and editing, drone videography, make-up and numerous other Read More
Mountaineers To Host Special Event At PEEC Wednesday
Instructor Dan Creveling in his element. Courtesy/Mountaineers
The Los Alamos Mountaineers are hosting a climbing event, which can be of value to a beginner curious about the canyoneering skills and destinations, or an experienced climber/canyoneer wanting to brush up on their knowledge. Experienced canyoneer Dan Creveling will cover the basics of and technical information about canyons in the American southwest, 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at the Nature Center (PEEC) planetarium.
This is the second of two classroom sessions associated Read More
DPU Invites Students To Apply For ICUA Youth Rally
Faith, Friendship, Community, Education, Commitment And Service Fan Flames Of Students With Mikey Aslam Scholarship
Mikey Aslam Scholarship recipient Isaac Gao. Courtesy photo
A planting in a garden bed that Mikey Aslam created for his Eagle Scout project will take place 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 26 at the Betty Ehart Senior Center. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
By BERNADETTE LAURITSEN
Executive Director
LARSO
The family of Mikey Aslam lost a light in their lives with his death in October 2022. Once again, faith, friendship, community, education, commitment and service return to fan the flames of fellow students as their spark is ignited with the Mikey Aslam Scholarship.
“The support for the scholarship has Read More
PEEC: Nature Center Planetarium Programs For April
PEEC News:
Pajarito Environmental Education Center has a full month of programs planned for the nature center planetarium.
April 14, learn about International Dark Skies Week and ways to preserve the night with Galen Gisler. International Dark Sky Week (IDSW) is celebrated from April 15 to April 22. This year, including Los Alamos, hundreds of communities worldwide will issue proclamations for IDSW. This is a time to celebrate the night sky’s glories and learn how to use artificial light in ways that do not spoil the dark. Admission: $10/family, $6/adult, $4/student.
April 15, Join Read More
This Week In Sports: April 10-15, 2023
This Week In Sports:
Los Alamos High School Hilltopper games are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team of Gene Mortensen (Voice of the Hilltoppers), Mike Cote, John McHale and Nate Limback.
The Los Alamos High School Hilltopper Sports Schedule for Today, April 10 through Saturday, April 15:
April 10 Monday:
- Track & Field at UNM;
- Golf at Socorro Tournament; and
- Softball at ABQ Metro Tournament at Sandia.
April 11 Tuesday:
- Golf at Socorro Tournament
April 13 Wednesday:
- Track & Field at Sandia Prep
April 14 Thursday:
- Tennis 2-4A District Pool B at Taos
April 15 Saturday: Read More
LAMS Students Lay Wreath At Arlington National Cemetery
Scene from the LAMS wreath-laying ceremony at the Arlington National Cemetery Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington D.C. Courtesy/Sharon Seitz
Scene from the LAMS wreath-laying ceremony at the Arlington National Cemetery Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington D.C. Courtesy/Sharon Seitz
Scene from the LAMS wreath-laying ceremony at the Arlington National Cemetery Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington D.C. Courtesy/Sharon Seitz
LAMS News:
Los Alamos Middle School (LAMS) students were given the honor of laying the wreath at the Arlington National Cemetery Tomb of the Unknown Read More
LAPS Notice Of Possible Quorum: MindSteps Zoom Meeting
LAPS News:
Members of the Los Alamos School Board may attend the Strategic Planning With MindSteps Via Zoom Meeting 3-4 p.m. April 12, 2023.
A quorum may be present; however no action will be taken.
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) is inviting the community to attend the scheduled Zoom meeting:
- Topic: MindSteps, LAPS Strategic Plan
- Meeting Time: 3 p.m. April 12
- Join Zoom Meeting here.
- Passcode: j45K8H
