Climate Innovation Challenge Student Showcase Thursday
CAVU News:
SANTA FE — Students and their climate change solutions will take the stage 5-6 p.m. Thursday, April 28 during the 3rd annual Climate Innovation Challenge virtual Student Showcase.
The keynote speaker is Armon Alex, a 22-year-old accomplished science communicator, ocean conservationist and TEDx speaker from Corpus Christi, Texas.
The Climate Innovation Challenge (CIC) Showcase is the culmination of a free, NGSS-aligned, STEAM climate change competition and curriculum created and produced by Climate Advocates Voces Unidas (CAVU).
The CIC program cultivates student leaders Read More
LAMTA 2022 Spring Recital Sunday At Fuller Lodge
Nineteen students share their music at the LAMTA recital in February. Courtesy/LAMTA
LAMTA News:
The teachers and talented young pianists of Los Alamos are happy to announce their second Spring Recital of 2022. This exciting event is 2 p.m. Sunday, April 24 at Fuller Lodge.
The first in-person LAMTA recital (Feb. 27, 2022) since COVID had 19 students sharing their music. This Sunday’s event will feature 23 participants, ages 6 to 16, representing six Los Alamos professional teachers. The increase is a great representation of young pianists who are keeping our wonderful art of piano alive Read More
Martinez: Ways To Support Your New Graduate
By LIDDIE MARTINEZ
President, Los Alamos Region
Enterprise Bank & Trust, Member FDIC
Spring has arrived and it’s the perfect time to make your seasonal to-do list. The typical annual chores like putting winter clothes in storage or setting up the BBQ are likely on your radar. But if you have a high school senior, your to-do list may be a bit longer this year. From senior pictures to scholarship applications, the transition to college can be a lot for both you and your graduate to manage.
With newfound independence comes more financial responsibility. One way you can support your new graduate Read More
High Flyers Gymnastics Summer Day Camp Enrollment Open
HFG News:
Registration is now open for High Flyers Gymnastics summer theme camps.
Starting May 31 and running throughout the summer school break, each themed week features learning and crafts, daily structured gymnastics instruction, a variety of active indoor and outdoor games and activities, stories, costumes and skits, field trips, and of course, plenty of gymnastics fun!
Theme weeks scheduled include:
- Safari (May 31-June 3);
- Color Camp (June 6-10);
- Beach Week (June 13-17);
- Life on the Farm (June 20-25);
- Superheroes! (June 27-July 1);
- Stars and Stripes Forever (July 5-8);
- Around the
New Mexico State Librarian Eli Guinnee Joins NMDCA
New NMDCA Chair of Engagement and Education Eli Guinnee
NMDCA News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs (NMDCA) announces that New Mexico State Librarian Eli Guinnee also will join agency leadership with the additional role of Chair of Engagement and Education, effective immediately.
Guinnee’s new role as chair both formalizes the work that he has tackled throughout his time at NMDCA and deepens the agency’s commitment to accessibility, engagement, and education.
Since joining the department, he has led efforts by NMDCA divisions to critically engage with their communities Read More
SFCC: Continuing Education Summer Schedule Now Online
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College announces the Summer Continuing Education Schedule is now available online. Print copies can be found in the racks at Santa Fe Community College, the Santa Fe Higher Education Center and racks around town. Visit https://www.sfcc.edu/ce for tips on registering and to view the variety of offerings.
Dean of Continuing Education and Contract Training Kris Swedin said, “Summer is the perfect time to relax with painting, creative writing or jewelry making. You can learn new photographic techniques to capture the beauty of the region’s landscapes Read More
UNM-LA Quorum Notice: Chancellor Candidates Forum
UNM-LA News:
Members of the UNM-Los Alamos Advisory Board may attend the public forums for the candidates for the UNM-Los Alamos Chancellor position 4-4:45 p.m. April 25 and 28 on the UNM-Los Alamos campus.
A quorum may be present; however, no action will be taken. Read More
Los Alamos High School Students Sign Letters Of Intent
Wednesday was signing day for nine of Los Alamos High School’s finest athletes and graduating seniors who signed letters of intent to participate in their sport at various colleges. This was one of the largest group signings to date at LAHS. Front row from left, Katie Wingo, Kelly Wetteland, Nadia Gallegos and Bella Robertson. Back row from left, Rowan Flores, Taylor Drake, Grant Watkins, Orion Henderson and Donavan Valerio. Not pictured: Wesley Stanfield will be attending Midland University in Nebraska on a partial basketball scholarship. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Nadia Read More
American Federation Of Teachers New Mexico Endorses Re-Election Of Gov. Lujan Grisham & Lt. Gov. Howie Morales
President Whitney Holland
AFT News:
ALBUQUERQUE — American Federation of Teachers (AFT) New Mexico President Whitney Holland, AFT New Mexico Executive Vice President Kathy Chavez, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, and Lt. Gov. Howie Morales released the following statements:
Holland and Chavez said, “AFT New Mexico’s Executive Council has unanimously endorsed Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Lt. Gov. Howie Morales for re-election to a second term. Four years ago, Gov. Lujan Grisham promised a significant change in direction for public education in New Mexico after eight years of the Martinez Read More
LAHS Students Accepted To UNM Summer Music Institute
LAHS orchestra students, from left, Kathleen Brodnax, Ian Swift, Hana Raby, Conlan Wilds-Rivera, Marek Jablonski, Yeanwoo Park, Violet Henderson and Caleb Langenbrunner have been accepted to the 2022 UNM Summer Music Institute for accomplished high school, collegiate and young professional musicians. Courtesy/UNM-LA
LAHS News:
Eight Los Alamos High School (LAHS) orchestra students have been accepted into the 2022 UNM Summer Music Institute for accomplished high school, collegiate and young professional musicians.
Freshman Kathleen Brodnax, sophomore Hana Raby and senior Marek Read More
UNM: 2022 Virtual Autism Imagine Training Series
UNM News:
The University of New Mexico (UNM) announces a 2022 Virtual Autism Imagine Training Series starting at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, April 21.
Diagnosing Autism in Adulthood: Challenges experienced on the path to self-discovery with Erica Skepnek, PsyD.
The Imagine Autism Conference features topics on Adulthood, Early Childhood, Communication, Social and Behavior. Sessions are designed for families, school staff, agencies, community organizations and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
PEEC: Fiery Conversations In Los Alamos April 21
Learn about Los Alamos County’s 2022 wildland fire season outlook at a virtual talk Thursday. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
LANL Wildland Fire Management Officer Richard Nieto and Los Alamos County Fire Department Division Chief Kelly Sterna will discuss predicted 2022 seasonal wildland fire conditions.
This virtual talk happening at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 21 will provide knowledge on deciding fire danger ratings and other practices used to predict and mitigate seasonal conditions of wildland fire in the region.
For more information about this and other PEEC programs, visit peecnature.org Read More
High School Students From Across Nation Travel To Albuquerque For 60th Annual National Junior Science And Humanities Symposium April 22
JSHS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The 60th annual National Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS), a Tri–Service program administered by the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), is 8 a.m. (MDT) Friday, April 22.
This Symposium will bring together the country’s emerging young leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Regional finalists from across the country will have the opportunity to present their original research to judges from the Departments of the U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force and their peers.
JSHS encourages high school students to hone Read More
Los Alamos Garden Club Announces Scholarship Recipients: LAHS Seniors Adalee Witt And Ryan Aldaz
Scholarship recipient Adalee Witt. Courtesy/LAGC
LAGC News:
The Los Alamos Garden Club (LAGC) congratulates Los Alamos High School seniors Adalee Witt and Ryan Aldaz.
Witt has been awarded the Sue Graves Memorial scholarship. Graves was a longtime member of LAGC and served twice as president and as president of the New Mexico Garden Clubs, Inc, comprised of 27 clubs and more than 500 members. She also served many years on the National Garden Clubs Board of Directors and was very supportive of education and scholarships.
Witt will be attending Oregon State University to study biochemistry Read More
Rotary Club Of Los Alamos Names LAHS Junior Nadezda Draganic Distinguished Student Of Service In 2022
Rotarian Vincent Chiravalle, left, presents LAHS junior Nadezda Draganic with the Rotary Distinguished Student of Service Award during the April 12 Rotary Club meeting. They were joined by LAHS science teacher Stephanie Mitchell and Draganic’s father Ilija Draganic. Photo by Sandy Tobin
By VINCENT CHIRAVALL & LINDA HULL
Rotary Club of Los Alamos
The Motto of Rotary is Service Above Self. To support this, each academic year the Rotary Club of Los Alamos honors “Distinguished Students of Service” in their junior year of high school.
Students are first nominated by their teachers who Read More
Scenes From Welcome Reception For New Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Dr. José Delfin
Los Alamos Public Schools hosted a welcome reception for new Superintendent Dr. José Delfin, center, Monday afternoon at the Sullivan Fieldhouse on Diamond Drive. Here Dr. Delfin chats with Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne, second from right, Deputy County Manager Linda Matteson, far right, and others. The Los Alamos School Board unanimously voted to hire Dr. Delfin as the next superintendent for the district earlier this year. He replaces former Superintendent Dr. Kurt Steinhaus who was appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Legislature to serve as Secretary of the New Mexico Read More
New Mexico Higher Education Department Awards $100,000 To Alleviate Student Hunger Including $20K To UNM-LA
NMHED Deputy Secretary Patricia Trujillo
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) is awarding $100,000 to New Mexico higher education institutions for initiatives that address student hunger on college campuses statewide.
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham approved the funding last year, which will support five $20,000 grants to New Mexico colleges and universities to establish student food pantries and services that directly impact students facing food insecurity.
“The pervasive stereotype of the ‘starving student’ as a rite of passage is one we need to
MIAC: 2022 Living Treasure Virgil Ortiz Of Cochiti Pueblo
MIAC 2022 Living Treasure Virgil Ortiz. Courtesy/Virgil Ortiz
MIAC News:
SANTA FE — The Museum of Indian Arts and Culture (MIAC) will celebrate its 2022 Living Treasure, Virgil Ortiz (Cochiti Pueblo) with an artist talk at 1 p.m., a book signing at 2 p.m. and entertainment 3-5 p.m. Sunday, May 1.
“It is vital that our traditional methods and materials are not forgotten but carried forward —art is as essential as our Pueblo language and way of life,” Ortiz said. “It creates the connection to the next generation to advance into the future utilizing relevant, engaging storytelling and modern, high-tech Read More
Los Alamos Peace Glow Event Sends Inspirational Message To People Of Ukraine
Los Alamos High School Rotary Interact Club President Yunseo Kim addressed the crowd of 300 community members with an inspirational speech during the Rotary Club of Los Alamos Peace Glow fundraiser for the people of Ukraine Saturday night at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
View from a drone of 300 community members gathered in the shape of a heart at the Rotary Club of Los Alamos fundraiser for the people of Ukraine Saturday night at Overlook in White Rock. Drone photo by Cpl. Sheldon Simpson/LAPD
Rotary Club of Los Alamos News:
The the Rotary Club of Los Alamos Read More
Chart 634: COVID-19 Diagnoses For LAPS April 9-15
This chart displays the number of COVID-19 diagnoses by school for the past week. Source: Los Alamos Public Schools. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
