Algebra Tutors, Professional Learning, New Curriculum All Support PED’s ‘Math Identity’ Initiative
PED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) is organizing a 150-member Math Tutoring Corps, rolling out new professional learning for math teachers, and offering them designed-for-New Mexico math curricula as the first steps in a yearlong initiative to show students how they will use math throughout their lives.
Those and other efforts will support the department’s yearlong “Math Is Me” initiative to convey this simple message to every New Mexican: “We all do math every day and therefore should see ourselves as math capable.”
“One of our big goals for this school Read More
LAPS Foundation: Hilltopper 5K Run Sunday Aug. 21
Course map showing the route and areas where traffic will be impacted 8-10 a.m. Sunday, including Canyon Road, 4th Street, Central Avenue, 15th Street and Iris Street.
LAPS Foundation News:
The Hilltopper 5K Run this Sunday, Aug. 21, begins at 8 a.m. along Canyon Road.
The above course map shows the route and areas where traffic will be impacted 8-10 a.m., Sunday including Canyon Road, 4th Street, Central Avenue, 15th Street and Iris Street.
The race starts at Canyon and Trinity (next to the Canyon Complex parking lot) and ends at the Los Alamos Co-op Park at 1010 Central Ave.
There is still time Read More
LAHS: Reminder To Purchase Home Game Tickets Online
LAHS News:
The Los Alamos High School (LAHS) Athletics Department wants to remind fans that tickets for all home events must be purchased in advance here.
Tickets may be purchased at the game using a QR code for access to the ticket app. There are no cash sales for tickets at any event.
Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for students and seniors (age 65 and older). Tickets Season passes also are on sale here. Passes are good for admission to all regular season home games but will not be accepted for any postseason District or State tournament games. The cost for a season pass is $85 for an individual, $50 for Read More
Martinez: Register All Of Your Employees For No-Cost Professional Development Courses Today!
By LIDDIE MARTINEZ
President, Los Alamos Region
Enterprise Bank & Trust, Member FDIC
The fall semester of Enterprise University has officially begun!
Explore our expert-led, no-cost, virtual classes covering management and leadership, human resources, marketing and sales, entrepreneurship and much more.
Enterprise Bank & Trust started the Enterprise University program in 2003 as a way for clients and business leaders to come together and learn from one another. Since then, more than 30,000 professionals have gained new business skills through our courses. With more than Read More
Grant Funding Helps New Mexico Museum Of Natural History & Science Store Large Fossils Safely And Securely
Pentaceratops humerus. Courtesy/NMMNHS
NMMNHS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A recent grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services will make it easier for New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) to keep its largest fossils protected for future generations to enjoy.
NMMNHS’s Geoscience Department received a $195,533 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, intended to improve the care and access of approximately 1,400 oversized fossil specimens from New Mexico’s largest repository of fossils. This collection includes many scientifically and educationally Read More
New Mexico Higher Education Department To Host Virtual Information Session On Tuition-Free College Aug. 19
NMHED News:
New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) will host a live session via Zoom 9-11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 19 to provide information to the public regarding tuition-free college via the New Mexico Opportunity and Lottery Scholarships.
State financial aid experts will provide an overview of state scholarship programs and answers to frequently asked questions.
Information on New Mexico’s tuition-free college program also is available at ReachHigherNM.com. Students also are encouraged to reach out directly to the participating New Mexico college or university they will Read More
Family Strengths Network Announces Parenting Classes Schedule For This Semester
Family Strengths Network (FSN) has scheduled its parenting classes for this semester. They include the Parenting and Trauma class, and two Becoming a Love and Logic Parent classes; one for parents of school-aged, and one for parents of teens. Information for these classes and registration links are included in FSN’s Program Listing found here. Courtesy/FSN Read More
Sign Up For 2022 Hilltopper 5K Run … Race Is Sunday
The Hilltopper 5K Run is Sunday Aug. 21 beginning at Canyon and Trinity and ending at Los Alamos Co-op Park, 1010 Central Ave. Courtesy/LAPS Foundation
LAPS Foundation News:
There’s still time to register for the Hilltopper 5K Run!
The race starts at 8 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 21 at Canyon and Trinity (next to the Canyon Complex parking lot) and ends at the Los Alamos Co-op Park, 1010 Central Ave.
A one mile fun run/walk is included so bring the whole family. Packet pick-up is noon to 6 p.m. Saturday at the LAPS Foundation office at 1010 Central Ave., or beginning at 6 a.m. Sunday before the race.
Register Read More
Businesses, Employers Learn About UNM-LA Internship Program During Luncheon
Small Business Development Center Director Sandy Jones speaks to local entrepreneurs and representatives from different entities in the community during a business luncheon Monday afternoon at the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos (UNM-LA). The purpose of the luncheon was to expose business owners and employers to the college’s Community Internship Collaboration program. Through this program, a UNM-LA undergraduate is matched with an employer to work a project for one semester. Businesses and other organizations can apply for an intern by emailing cic@unm.edu or visit https:////losalamos.unm.edu/cic/ Read More
Pro Golfer Notah Begay III Presents New Golf Clubs To LAHS Athletes After Clubs Stolen During State Tournament
From left, LAHS 2022 Graduate and former LAHS golf team member Connor Cook, Professional Golfer, Notah Begay III, LAHS sophomore and golf team member Natalie Crawford, President/CEO of Realty One of New Mexico Mike Taylor, LAHS senior and golf team member Gabrielle Mowrer and Director of Golf and General Manager of Santa Ana Golf Club Derek Gutierrez. Photo by KayLinda Crawford/ladailypost.com
From left, Professional Golfer Notah Begay III shows LAHS golfers Connor Cook, Natalie Crawford and Gabrielle Mowrer a few details about their new PING golf clubs. Photo by KayLinda Crawford/ladailypost.com Read More
FSN: Trauma & Parenting Virtual Series Begins Sept. 1
- 90-page full-color workbook
- 12 hours class time
- 30 minute consultation included for each student + individualized resource list
- book on the topic of trauma & parenting
- emailed certificate
- Access to Trauma & Parenting Connection Group via Facebook for continued support
- Instructor Available via email/Marco
UNM-LA 2022 Fall Semester Begins Monday Aug. 22
UNM-Los Alamos Campus. Photo by Sarah Jimenez
UNM-LA News:
The 2022 fall semester at UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) is rapidly approaching with classes beginning Aug. 22. Many classes are filling up, but registration is open for the seats still available in several courses.
UNM-LA, a branch campus of The University of New Mexico, has an open admissions policy which means there is not a minimum GPA or test score required for admission. With an enrollment of over 1,900 students, student profiles range from high school students through dual credit, young adults to working adults, veterans, and life-long Read More
ECECD Tackles Early Childhood Workforce Shortage With New Recruitment Campaign
Cabinet Secretary Elizabeth Groginsky
ECECD News:
SANTA FE — Today, the New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) announced the launch of “Developing Futures,” a new campaign designed to address the shortage of early childhood professionals in New Mexico.
Developing Futures, with the tagline “Develop your future. Develop the future,” highlights a varied set of career paths within early childhood education and care through the personal stories of a diverse group of New Mexicans currently serving in those roles. In addition to showcasing the fulfilling careers Read More
Scenes From Celebration Honoring Matt Schmidt For 20 Years Of Service To Los Alamos Schools Credit Union
Staff, Board members, family and friends gather Friday to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of CEO/President Matt Schmidt of Los Alamos Schools Credit Union at 1010 Central Ave. Schmidt, center, is surrounded by his wife Emily and their children Sophie and Adam.To learn about Los Alamos Schools Credit Union, visit lascu.org. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Matt Schmidt poses with Bev Wright who hired him 20 years ago. Schmidt has served as CEO/President of the non-profit organization for the last 16 years. Schmidt said highlights of the last two decades include the credit union Read More
Los Alamos Family Council, First Born Partner To Pilot New 8 Week Parenting Support Group Program
LAFC News:
Los Alamos Family Council (LAFC) and First Born Program of Los Alamos (FBPLA) have collaborated to provide a parenting support group program for the local community, Parenting with Self-Compassion.
The program will be facilitated by licensed mental health therapist Jamie A. Thordsen Monroy, of LAFC. The first meeting is Saturday Aug. 27 and will run on a weekly basis for a duration of 8 weeks.
All parents with at least one child that qualifies within the specified age range are welcome to join. This program is FREE, will be face-to-face, and is open to anyone in the community, but priority Read More
NNMC Welcomes Students Back For In-Person Learning
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) welcomes students back for face-to-face learning Monday, Aug. 15.
With the campus reopening for classes, NNMC is announcing a new location for the Curative.com mobile COVID-19 testing unit at 139 Longview Dr. in White Rock. The new testing site should be operational by Aug. 19. Curative also is exploring other Española locations. Northern said it is pleased to have hosted the community testing clinic for the past two years.
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) website (https://findatestnm.org/) lists Walgreens, CVS Pharmacy, Read More
After School Good News Clubs Start Week Of Aug. 22
Free after-school Good News Clubs start the week of Aug. 22 in the elementary schools. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Free after-school Good News Clubs in the elementary schools are starting the week of Aug. 22.
Each club meets from right after school (3:30 p.m.) to 5 p.m.
Good News Clubs are non-denominational Bible clubs meeting once a week after school from late August through the end of April, except on holidays, parent conference days, and snow days.
The clubs feature Bible and missionary stories, songs, games, snacks, Scripture memory, contests, prizes and occasional crafts to promote children’s Read More
LAPS Welcomes Back Staff For 2022-23 School Year
LAPS Superintendent Dr. Jose Delfin, center, invited Lt. Gov. Howie Morales and Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard to this year’s LAPS Staff Welcome Back Meeting. Courtesy/LAPS
Susan Hammock, left, and Jennifer Kieltyka received awards for 30 years of service with Los Alamos Public Schools during the LAPS Staff Welcome Back Meeting. Bruce Riebe also was recognized for 30 years of service. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Ninety-five Los Alamos Public Schools employees received service awards during the All-Staff Back to School meeting held last week in Duane Smith Auditorium. Read More
LANL: John Watt Talks Nanomaterials At The Periodic Table Monday Aug. 15
John Watt
LANL News:
Get the big picture on small things when John Watt talks nanomaterials for the August installment of The Periodic Table, a science outreach event organized by the Bradbury Science Museum.
A materials chemist and electron microscopist at the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT) at Los Alamos National Laboratory, Watt will discuss how cryogenic imaging techniques from structural biology research are having a big impact in materials science.
The community is invited to attend this talk 5:30-7 p.m., Monday, Aug. 15, on the patio at Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op, 163 Read More
Full Moon Walking Tour At Fort Union Saturday Aug. 13
Tour historic site Fort Union National Monument in guided walk at moonlight Saturday, Aug. 13. Courtesy/NPS
NPS News:
WATROUS — Join Fort Union National Monument for a guided walking tour of the historic fort by full moonlight Saturday, Aug. 13.
The haunting remnants of the once great fort are especially evocative in the subdued atmosphere of moonlight. A park ranger will be sharing with the audience the history of the fort and its people as well as astronomical observations about the night sky overhead.
This program will not include the use of telescopes.
Park gates open at 7:30 p.m. for those Read More
