Gov. Lujan Grisham Issues Statement On 34 Percent Decrease In New Mexico Teacher Vacancy Rate
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Tuesday issued the following statement on the release of the 2022 New Mexico Educator Vacancy Report, compiled and issued annually by the Southwest Outreach Academic Research Evaluation and Policy Center at New Mexico State University, which reported a 34 percent decrease in New Mexico’s teacher vacancy rate over the last year:
“This dramatic drop in teacher vacancies is a direct result of our investments in hardworking New Mexico educators. We’ve enacted record increases in educator pay, as well as made investments
Op-Ed: School Choice … So Many Options
By DEE CRUZ-MURPHY
Los Alamos
In 2002 when I divorced my husband I moved back to Los Alamos with my son in tow. Even though we moved around between Los Alamos and White Rock, we never left the county because I knew my son needed every educational opportunity that Los Alamos could provide.
Since I was a single parent, there was no option for homeschooling, and no option for private/charter/religious school. However, things have changed in 20 years, public/private/religious school is not the same, and neither is the homeschool forum.
Did you know that in the wake of the COVID shutdowns a significant Read More
New Mexico Fills Over 350 Teacher Positions
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico has decreased the number of unfilled teacher positions by 34 percent and has increased enrollment and graduation from teacher preparation programs as historic investments in education under Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham build traction.
The 2022 New Mexico Educator Vacancy Report published by the Southwest Outreach Academic Research Evaluation and Policy Center at New Mexico State University revealed that the state filled 358 teacher positions with increases seen in all regions of the state. The report showed that 290 additional students enrolled in teacher Read More
Dragonfly Playhouse Daycare Celebrates 1st Anniversary!
Dragonfly Playhouse Daycare recently celebrated its first anniversary with an Open House at their location on the corner of Meadow Lane and Rover Boulevard, 142 Meadow Lane in White Rock. They currently have openings for children 2 – 4 years of age for 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday–Thursday, toddlers 12 months – 2 years of age for 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday–Thursday, and infants 6 weeks – 12 months of age for 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday–Thursday. For more information or to apply, contact Lauren at 505.672.8158 or dragonflyplayhouse@gmail.
Members from Dragonfly Read More
LAHS NJROTC Hosts Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Oct. 13
SFCC To Close For Professional Development Day Oct. 21
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College will close Friday, Oct. 21 and will not offer any services or classes while faculty and staff participate in a campus-wide Professional Development Day.
Professional Development Day is one of the initiatives of the college that provides ways to support SFCC students in achieving their educational goals.
The Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road and the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center will be closed Oct. 21.
SFCC’s Kids Campus will close at noon Oct. 21 for teacher’s professional development.
Fall registration for late-starting Read More
Breast Cancer: Dr. Sharon Ransom Answers Questions
By SHARON RANSOM, M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Los Alamos Medical Center
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed nationally every October to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer and provide education on the most common symptoms and associated risk factors for the disease. By staying informed and taking preventive action to fight breast cancer, we can help to minimize the effect this disease has on women in our communities.
Why is Breast Cancer Awareness Month so important?
The average woman’s risk of breast cancer is around 13 percent in the U.S. – meaning about one in eight Read More
Republican Party Of Los Alamos Hosts 2022 Constitution Day Dinner & Introduces Essay Contest Winners
Members of the LAFRW stand with the three students who won the 2022 Constitution Day Essay Contest. From left to right, Trish Granich, Dianne Coane, Isabella McTeigue, Brian Scott, Colton Scott, Mary Wilhoit, Cathy Walters and Jennifer McKerley. Courtesy/RPLA
Aspen Jaramillo (at the podium) sings ‘The Star Spangled Banner’ and Trail Life members, Kit Randleman and Riley Christensen, and American Heritage girls, Teagan Christensen and Jayden Muck, perform the flag presentations at the RPLA dinner Saturday at Cottonwood on the Greens. Courtesy/RPLA
RPLA News:
The Republican Party of Read More
Scenes From LAHS XC Teams At Pat Amato Invitational
The girls varsity team from left, Emma Montoya, Hailey McDowell, Anna Wetteland, Zorah Fullop, Rebecca Beaux, Mila Mosley and Nyla Lee. Photo by Steven Montoya
LAHS cross country team member Benjamin Sanchez. Photo by Steven Montoya
By KATHY HIPWOOD & STEVEN MONTOYA
Head Girls & Boys XC Coaches
Los Alamos High School
The girls and boys cross country teams traveled to Northglenn, Colo., to face more than 40 teams, including Rapid City Stevens, S.D. Friday, Oct. 7 for the Pat Amato Invitational.
The JVs and varsities of both squads exceeded the pre-meet 10th and 11th place rankings. Read More
LANL Foundation Accepting 4-Year Scholarship Applications
Scholarship Program Manager Mike Ammerman
LANL Foundation News:
ESPAÑOLA — Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Foundation is now accepting applications for its 4-year undergraduate scholarship awards.
Whether pursuing a degree in STEAM, healthcare, education, business, or the humanities, students who meet the eligible criteria are welcome to apply. While current high school seniors are the primary audience, undergraduate students currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree at an accredited, post-secondary educational institution are also encouraged to apply.
“Last year, we Read More
LAPS Board Meets Virtually On Zoom Tuesday Oct. 11
LAPS News:New Mexico To Be First State In Nation To Study Student Food And Housing Security Needs At Every Public College And University Across State
UNM Basic Needs Project Research Lead Dr. Sarita Cargas
HED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Higher Education Department (HED) and researchers at the University of New Mexico (UNM) have announced that New Mexico will be the first state to launch a statewide study to assess the food and housing security needs of students at all New Mexico public colleges and universities.
“Free and reduced lunch programs have been part of an ongoing national effort to ensure children are not hungry during the school day, but as students go on to college, those safety nets disappear and students are left wondering Read More
Daily Postcard: Signs Of Fall Around Sullivan Field House
Daily Postcard: Signs of fall color the trees Friday around the Sullivan Field House and UMN-Los Alamos on Diamond Drive. Photo by Dean Decker Read More
Hear Talk On Reintroduction Of Native Fish To Bandelier
Bandelier’s international intern Erwin Lopez Osorio will discuss Oct. 12 the types of native fish originally found within the area, the factors that limited or completely eradicated populations, and the measures currently being taken to reintroduce endangered fish populations back into Bandelier National Monument. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Please join PEEC at the Los Alamos Nature Center from the comfort of your couch 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12 for a talk with Bandelier’s international intern Erwin Lopez Osorio.
Bandelier’s native fish population has been severely impacted by several Read More
Two Northern New Mexico College Students Awarded Longenecker & Associates Scholarships
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) students Chris Mae Palalon and Dominick Martinez have received $5,000 scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year from Longenecker & Associates (L&A).
In December 2021, L&A committed to donating $10,000 annually to the Northern New Mexico College Foundation for two scholarships for students pursuing a career in a field that supports L&A’s mission at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).
The objective is to graduate students in fields ranging from environmental science to project management and business Read More
LAPS Celebrates Month Of Gratitude And Giving
November is the Month of Gratitude and Giving. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
November is traditionally celebrated as a month of Gratitude and Giving.
According to a recent article from the Harvard Medical School and Harvard Health Publishing, “each holiday season comes with high expectations for a cozy and festive time of year. However, for many this time of year is tinged with sadness, anxiety or depression. Research (and common sense) suggests that one aspect of the Thanksgiving season can actually lift the spirits, and it’s built right into the holiday — being grateful.
“The holidays Read More
LAHS Announces 2022 Homecoming Parade Winners
LAHS Class of 2024 wins first place in the 2022 Homecoming Parade. Courtesy/LAPS
The float created by the LAHS Olions garnered second place. Courtesy/LAPS
The float from Barranca Mesa Elementary School was awarded third place. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Los Alamos High School has announced the winning floats in the 2022 Homecoming Parade.
More than 44 groups and organizations participated in this year’s parade, with the theme “End the Elks”.
This year’s top three winning floats are:
- First place: LAHS Class of 2024;
- Second place: Olions; and
- Third place: Barranca Mesa Elementary School.
Organizers Read More
Eighteen Los Alamos High School Seniors Named Semifinalists In 2023 National Merit® Scholarship Program
Eighteen LAHS seniors named semifinalists in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Program. They include (back row from left, Charles Cai and Isaac Gao; center row from left, Rebeca Rocha, Philippa Fung, Yunseo Kim, Sonja Ebey, Madelyn Crotzer, Alexander Livescu, Violet Henderson, William Dale; and front row from left, Yeanwoo Park, Ming-Yuan Lo, Brian Han, Quinton Geller, Jack Ammerman and Samuel Wescott. (Not pictured, Talus Swanson and Pavel Trudolyubov. Courtesy/LAPS
Proud parents snap photos of this year’s LAHS National Merit semifinalists at the luncheon. Courtesy/LAPS
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Local Educator Loretta Trujillo Tapped To Lead Transform Education NM
TENM News:
SANTA FE — Transform Education New Mexico (TENM), the coalition of education, tribal and community leaders advancing a new vision for our public education system in New Mexico, is elated to announce that Loretta Trujillo has assumed the role of Executive Director for the organization.
Having dedicated her life to education, Trujillo brings two decades of classroom experience and more recently, an administrative background working as part of the Indigenous Education Initiative.
“I am excited to continue to do what I love – helping young people to realize their own potential,” Read More
SFCC Launches New Placement Initiative
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) announces that the college will launch a new placement initiative to better serve students effective with the Spring Registration period, which begins Nov. 8.
Instead of relying on the results of one standardized placement exam, the college will now consider other factors to determine a student’s readiness for college-level classes.
President Becky Rowley, Ph.D., said, “The college is excited to move forward with this initiative, which honors the historic mission of community colleges and provides an open door to educational opportunities Read More
