Los Alamos High School Students Participate In 2022 Model International Criminal Court In Poland
LAHS students Emma Frost and Karl Sinkula pose earlier this month in Wroclaw, Poland where they participated in the 2022 Model UN Criminal Court. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Los Alamos High School (LAPS) students Karl Sinkula and Emma Frost had the honor of participating in the 2022 Model International Criminal Court in Krzyzowa, Poland earlier this month. The two were selected along with eight other students from Santa Fe and Albuquerque for the program sponsored by New Mexico Human Rights Project (NMHRP).
Sinkula a senior and Frost a junior collaborated with teammates from Germany, Poland Read More
LAMS Deems Threat Rumors To Be Unfounded
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) reports that earlier today, Los Alamos Middle School (LAMS) staff was made aware of rumors about threats to the school.
The LAMS School Resource Officer, along with LAMS administration, promptly investigated and found no credible threat. Classes continued with no interruptions.
As a reminder, students are encouraged to use the “Say Something” anonymous reporting app to report any unsafe behaviors. The app is installed on all student Chromebooks for easy accessibility.
In addition, there are several ways to report any public safety issue. Families Read More
LAPD Responds To Threat Rumors At Los Alamos Middle School … Hasn’t Verifed Originating Sources
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Middle School staff was made aware of rumors about threats to the school earlier today. They promptly notified the School Resource Officer who investigated the rumors.
At this point LAPD has no first-hand information on the origin of these threats.
“The Los Alamos Police Department has the benefit of having a robust Community Liaison Unit that staffs School Resource Officers at our schools,” Deputy Chief Oliver Morris said. “We take any concern of safety at our schools as a high-priority, and we investigate any claims of violence.”
There are several ways to report Read More
Author Phil Rink Releases Jimi & Isaac 2b: Assistance Dog
Jimi & Isaac 2b: Assistance Dog by Author Phil Rink. Courtesy/Jimi & Isaac Books
COMMUNITY News:
Jimi didn’t plan on raising a puppy, especially a puppy that can take care of people that need help. Sometimes things just happen. Now his summer is all booked up.
Isaac thinks training a puppy to be an assistance dog is a complete waste of time. He thinks building and training a robot would be a better way to spend the summer. Actually, he thinks Jimi should build and train a robot.
Of course, neither of them has any idea what they are doing. So maybe the puppy will have to show both Jimi and Isaac how Read More
Los Alamos … The Gateway To Three National Parks
Courtesy/Discover Los Alamos
Discover Los Alamos News:
If you enjoy exploring the great outdoors and discovering historic attractions, you’re going to love Los Alamos.
“The city is a gateway to three national parks – Bandelier National Monument, the Valles Caldera National Preserve and the new Manhattan Project National Historical Park – and as a result, it’s drawing visitors who can’t wait to take in the area’s beautiful scenery while embarking on unforgettable adventures and learning about local and national history.”
Here’s what each park has to offer:
Bandelier National Monument Read More
AFRL STEM Unit Receives DOD STARBASE’s Highest Award
2nd Lt. Latofat Quick, a volunteer mentor from the Air Force Research Laboratory, assists a student during a rocket build at DOD STARBASE NM, at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, Sept. 8, 2022. The program was recently elevated to Level-III status, the highest level of accreditation. Courtesy/U.S. Air Force photo
Students from South Mountain Elementary School build a human circuit, with instructor, Spike, at the Air Force Research Laboratory’s STEM Academy instructor, during DOD STARBASE NM, at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, Sept. 15, 2022. The program was recently elevated Read More
Chamisa’s PreK Classes Visit White Rock Fire Station
Chamisa’s PreK classes had a walking field trip to White Rock Fire Station #3 Thursday on N.M. 4. This trip was a culmination of their unit on Community Helpers. Students had a tour of the fire station, saw the ladder fire truck, ambulance, and a firefighter in his full gear. They would like to give a huge thank you to Los Alamos Police Ofc. Smith for helping the students cross the roads safely and all personnel at Station #3 for an awesome visit! Photo by Debra Snow Read More
Millicent Unplugged: Texts Of History Nov. 3
The Millicent Rogers Museum continues the ‘Millicent Unplugged’ online series Nov 3. Courtesy/MRM
MRM News:
Join The Millicent Rogers Museum (MRM) for an informal conversation with historians as they discuss the various ways in which historical narratives are preserved, presented, interpreted, communicated, and questioned.
“From the written word to oral histories, from anecdotal accounts to public reenactments and historical fiction, history held and shared in many forms presents us with challenges as we search for thoughtful authenticity.”
Robert Kidera is a retired teacher and Read More
Quorum Notice: Celebrate UNM-LA New Campus Art, Facilities & Student Resources
UNM-LA News:
Members of the UNM-Los Alamos Advisory Board may attend an event to celebrate UNM-Los Alamos’ new campus art, new facilities, and student resources, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1.
The event will be held in the Learning Resource Center (building 7) and the Student Center (building 2) on the UNM- Los Alamos campus.
A quorum may be present however no action will be taken. Read More
Artist Richard Swenson Donates Lobo Sculpture To UNM-LA
Artist Richard Swenson created this sculpture called, ‘Lobo’ and donated it to UNM-LA to remind students that they too are fierce and can achieve their goals with education and perseverance. Courtesy/UNM-LA
UNM-LA News:
Los Alamos – The University of New Mexico–Los Alamos (UNM-LA) has announced a donation of artwork to the university’s permanent collection. The donation called “Lobo”, is an original piece by one of Los Alamos’ favorite local artists, Richard Swenson, demonstrating his continued generosity.
Swenson attended a one-room country school (grades 1-8) in North Read More
Opportunity Scholarship Grows New Mexico College Enrollment By Over 4 Percent In First Increase Since 2010
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the state Higher Education Department announced Thursday that New Mexico college enrollment has increased for the first time in over a decade, growing by more than 4 percent as a result of the governor’s creation of tuition-free college with the Opportunity Scholarship.
The New Mexico Higher Education Department reported approximately 4,000 more New Mexicans enrolled in a certificate, associate, or bachelor’s degree program at the state’s public colleges and universities this fall Read More
Christina Valdez Speaks About Her Internship At PAC 8
From right, PAC 8 Executive Director Jean Gindreau, Pilot Institute Founder Greg Reverdiau and Pac 8 Intern and UNM-LA student Christina Valdez attending the Sept. 11-12 Central Colorado UAS Roundup Drone Conference at Buena Vista drone park. Courtesy/PAC 8
By CHRISTINA VALDEZ
PAC 8 Intern
I am a student at UNM-Los Alamos.
During the Spring 2022 semester, I participated in a three-month internship at PAC 8 through the Community Internship Collaboration program. I had the honor of having Jean Gindreau, FAA-certified remote-pilot and Executive Director of PAC 8, as my mentor. The main focus Read More
SFCC Hosts Veterans & Family Appreciation Day Nov. 10
New Mexico State Defense Force Chaplain Joseph L. Villegas, Sr., Memorial Day 2022 at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Courtesy/SFCC
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College’s (SFCC) Veterans Resource Center (VRC) will host Veterans & Family Appreciation Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10 in the Jemez Rooms on campus at 6401 Richards Ave.
SFCC adjunct professor, Marine veteran and New Mexico State Defense Force Chaplain, Joseph L. Villegas, Sr., will give a keynote address as part of the opening ceremonies.
The free public event includes a resource fair with information on new Read More
Tara Hughes Named 2023 New Mexico Teacher Of The Year
The state has named Nye Early Childhood Education Center teacher Tara Hughes of Santa Fe its 2023 teacher of the year. Courtesy/SFPS
NMPED News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Public Education Secretary Kurt Steinhaus announced Wednesday that educator Tara Hughes is the 2023 New Mexico Teacher of the Year.
Hughes teaches a four-year-old inclusion preschool class at Nye Early Childhood Center in Santa Fe, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to educational programming for children ages three and four.
“I’m honored to present this award for the first time to an early childhood Read More
LAPS Preschool Math & Literacy Night Nov. 9
Preschool Math and Literacy Night takes place 4:30-6 p.m. Nov. 9. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos Public Schools Preschool program will host the first Family Night of the 2022-2023 school year at elementary schools in Los Alamos Wednesday, Nov. 9.
Students enrolled in Preschool programs at Aspen Elementary, Barranca Mesa Elementary and Mountain Elementary, and their families are invited to the Preschool Math and Literacy Night.
The event will run 4:30-6 p.m. This is the first of four events to be held during the school year.
Math and Literacy Night will be held at Chamisa Elementary Read More
Topper Sports Schedule: Oct. 27-29, 2022
LAHS SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School Hilltopper Sports Schedule for Thursday, Oct. 27 through Saturday Oct. 29:
Oct. 27 Thursday:
- Volleyball vs Taos Away – 6 p.m.
Oct. 28 Friday:
- Boys/Girls Cross Country District Championship TBA – 7 a.m.
- Football vs Del Norte Away – 7 p.m. (Mine Stadium)
Oct. 29 Saturday:
- Girls Soccer State Quarterfinal Playoffs vs Goddard Home – 12 p.m. – Broadcast on Daily Post YouTube Channel
- Boys Soccer State Quarterfinal Playoffs vs Hope Christian Home – 2 p.m. – Broadcast on Daily Post YouTube Channel
YMCA Hosts Womens Health Workshop: Foundational Postpartum Recovery 8 AM To Noon Friday Nov. 4
YMCA News:
In one year almost 1.2 million women in the US have a C-section, and they leave the hospital with the advice; don’t lift anything heavier than the baby for six weeks (yes, that includes the baby in the car seat).
After six weeks women are told to “go back to things you did before pregnancy as normal”. This is despite having just undergone major surgery. After surgery there should be a rest period, and an escalating plan for going back to “normal”.
Going back to normal after giving birth (by c section or natural birth) can be both hard and intimidating. If you do the correct pelvic floor exercises Read More
Aspen School Hosts Pumpkin Painting Patch Oct. 27
Opening This Weekend: Olions A Midsummer Night’s Dream
LAHS News:
The Los Alamos High School (LAHS) Olions presentation of A Midsummer Night’s Dream opens this weekend.
Performances are 8 p.m., Friday after Trick or Treat on MainStreet and 2 p.m., Saturday.
Additional performances are 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 4 and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 5.
All performances are in Duane Smith Auditorium.
Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for adults. Tickets are on sale now at LAHSOlions.org. Read More
LAPS Board Meeting Virtually On Zoom Thursday Oct. 27
LAPS News:
