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Rose Chocolatier Extends Business Hours

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 11, 2019

LAHS Living Skills students check out Rose Chocolatier in Central Park Square. Courtesy photo

Rose Chocolatier News:

Rose Chocolatier has extended its hours to accommodate morning coffee runs and Monday school day schedules for a new jobs training program in collaboration with Los Alamos Public Schools and New Mexico Workforce Connection.

The business is open 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and closed Sunday. Rose Chocolatier also will close on holiday Mondays when Los Alamos Public Schools are closed, Read More

Alden Oyer Presents Technical Talk At LANL Oct. 14

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 11, 2019

Alden Oyer

LANL News:

The Los Alamos Northern New Mexico Section is sponsoring a technical talk open to the public at noon Oct. 14 at the LANL Library JRO 1/2 (turn right upon entering the Oppenheimer Study Center.

Abstract: Near Vertical Incidence Skywave (NVIS) propagation is useful to establish communications over short to moderate distances where line-of-sight communications is not available. This presentation will discuss the phenomenon and applicability of NVIS, and describe antennas parameters suitable to exploit this propagation.

Biography: Alden

Manufacturing Day Celebrated Throughout October

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 11, 2019

By KATE MILLARD

Finance New Mexico

The Manufacturing Institute projects that U.S. manufacturers will need to fill 4.6 million jobs by 2028, but misperceptions about modern manufacturing could cause more than half of those positions to remain vacant.

The nonprofit New Mexico Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NM MEP) aims to address misperceptions among students while they are preparing themselves for college and careers by showing them opportunities in manufacturing.

That’s where Manufacturing Day comes in. Celebrated the entire month of October, the initiative

Heinrich Announces Youth Climate Change Challenge

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 10, 2019

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

U.S. SENATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) announced the Youth Climate Change Challenge. He is inviting New Mexico students from grades K-12 to submit drawings, paintings, poetry, and short essays about what the climate crisis means for them.

Senator Heinrich will visit the classrooms of the first-place winners.

“When I meet with students in New Mexico calling for climate action, I am always impressed with their depth of knowledge on climate science, their observations of how climate change is already impacting

SFCC Announces Fall Readings In November

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 10, 2019

SFCC News:

SFCC Student Services, Creative Writing Program and the SFCC Library present Fall 2019 Readings in the Library.

Faculty and students read their work Nov. 7, 11 and 20.

The public is invited to the free events. Refreshments will be served. Note: The Nov. 21 reading features SFCC faculty and staff members reading their work.

Schedule of SFCC Fall Readings in the Library:

(11:30 a.m. -12:45 p.m.) Thursday, Nov. 7 – Poetry with Shuli Lamden and class;
(1-2:30 p.m.) Monday, Nov. 11 – Creative Non-Fiction with Kate McCahill and class;

Letter To The Editor: Julia Baker Impressed Me

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 10, 2019

By BETHANY SCOTT

Los Alamos

As the candidates gave their closing statements at the end of the League of Women Voters Candidate Forum last Thursday, I heard the woman sitting next to me say, “I want to vote for her [referring to Julia Baker], but she’s not in my district.”

I am fortunate to live in District 4, and after hearing the candidates speak, I am excited to vote for Julia Baker.

Julia Baker impressed me with her knowledge of educational philosophy. She referred to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs as a roadmap to supporting our students in their individual path to success. She

Letter To The Editor: In Support Of Chris Bernstein

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 10, 2019

By BAHRAM BANISADR

Los Alamos

I’m writing this letter in support of Chris Bernstein for the Los Alamos Public Schools school board.

During my time at Los Alamos High School, she was a teacher, mentor, advisor, and friend to me and I believe she is extremely well qualified to be a member of the LAPS school board.

As a teacher, she would bring an unfortunately underrepresented viewpoint to the board: that of an educator. While it is easy to assume one understands the trials and tribulations of being a teacher, there is no substitute for experience in the classroom or time

On The Job In Los Alamos: At The Nature Center

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 10, 2019

On the job in Los Alamos Monday at the Los Alamos Nature Center are Christine Cloyd, left, who has volunteered with the organization for more than four years and Rachel Landman who has served at marketing manager for more than a year. #worklosalamos #wherediscoveriesaremade. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com

By RACHEL LANDMAN
PEEC Marketing Manager

Started April 23, 2016, the Passport to the Pajarito Plateau is a fun program to get families outside, exploring our beautiful trails together.

Los Alamos County, Bandelier, and the Valles Caldera have so many great trails, and now, thanks

UNM-LA Hosts Annual Regional Piano Competition Saturday And Winners Recital Sunday Oct. 12-13

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 9, 2019

Four of the prize winners with judges in 2018, from left, Astrid Groth, Betty Kang, Philippa Fung, Yeanwoo Park and Kirsten Ditlow. Courtesy photo

UNM-LA News:

The UNM-LA campus will once again host the annual regional piano competition of the Professional Music Teachers of New Mexico (PMTNM) 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, where 26 contestants ranging in age from seven-to-16 will converge on the campus.

The Los Alamos public is cordially invited to attend both the competition and then hear the winners of the competition when they present a Winner’s Recital at 2 p.m. Sunday.

As Read More

Colgan: Making Dreams Into Reality

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 9, 2019

By MELANIE COLGAN

School Board Candidate Dist. 4

Barranca and North Mesa Communities

A couple of weeks ago, I attended a School Board meeting where Board President Ellen Ben-Naim asked everyone present to dream of what we want our schools to look like in the next three to five years.

Many excellent ideas were mentioned … higher salaries for teachers and instructional assistants, world class facilities, all students, teachers, staff, and parents looking forward to go to school every single day.

I added a few dreams of my own … increased communication between every

NMNBCT Network Names Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus 2019 Administrator Of The Year

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 9, 2019

LAPS Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus displays his award with NMNBCT Network President Evelyn Sanchez. Courtesy/LAPS

Conference attendees from LAPS from left, Matthew Allen, NBCT (4th grade, Aspen), Victoria Daley (GATE, Aspen), Katie Lake, NBCT (math, LAHS), Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus, Allan Didier, NBCT (computer science, LAHS) and Erin Manzanares (Librarian, Barranca). Courtesy/LAPS

LAPS News:

The New Mexico National Board Certified Teacher (NMNBCT) Network presented Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus with the Administrator of the Year award Sept. Read More

Northern New Mexico College Mill Levy Supports Trades Education And Economic Development

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 8, 2019

NNMC News:

ESPANOLA — Northern New Mexico College is asking voters in Rio Arriba, Santa Fe and Taos Counties to vote Nov. 5 on a Mill Levy ballot initiative to bring new trades education programs to the region and revitalize its El Rito Campus.

If passed, the Northern New Mexico College Mill Levy would provide $2.4 Million annually to establish and sustain associate degree programs in trades, including plumbing/pipefitting and electrical at its El Rito and Española campuses.

With the initiative, the College aims to create a skilled local workforce to meet employer needs

Letter To The Editor: We Need Christine Bernstein’s Voice On Los Alamos School Board

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 8, 2019

By ELLEN MCBEE

Los Alamos

I have known Christine Bernstein since our daughters were in first grade together at Aspen School. At the time, Christine taught in Los Alamos and was known for being an approachable, dedicated teacher.

When I spent time with her, we often discussed the needs of students and the ways those needs were—and were not—being met.

Now Christine teaches in Pojoaque, where she continues to educate herself on better ways to approach teaching. She is the best kind of teacher: professional, involved, and passionate about education.

I was excited when

Letter To The Editor: Then And Now … Why I Still Vote Yes For The School Bond

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 7, 2019

By Jenny McCumber

Los Alamos School Board

I remember voting yes for the school bond more than a decade ago to rebuild the high school. Our family was relatively new to Los Alamos. Life was very full with three boys in elementary school.

Things have changed a lot for us.

Then: If you don’t go back to bed and go to sleep … (insert useless consequence).

Now: If you don’t wake up and get out of bed … (insert different useless consequence).

Then: This is definitely not an appropriate show for kids to watch.

Now: This is definitely not an appropriate show for you to watch, Mom.

Then: I want 30 minutes Read More

NMEDD Announces New Members Of Technology Research Collaborative Board

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 7, 2019

NMEDD News:

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s (NMEDD) Science and Technology Division has named new board members for the Technology Research Collaborative (TRC).

The TRC was formalized in 2003, with the goal of promoting technology commercialization in New Mexico, increasing high-paying jobs and diversifying the economy.

In Fiscal Year 2020, the TRC will serve as mentors to science & technology businesses in New Mexico. The board’s short-term goals include leveraging its expertise to assist businesses applying

GOP 2019 Constitutional Day Winning Student Essays

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 7, 2019

Courtesy image

GOP News:

The Los Alamos Federated Republican Women (LAFRW) sponsored its annual Constitution Day Essay Contest and three winners were announced during the 2019 Republican Party of Los Alamos Constitution Day Dinner Saturday at Cottonwood on the Greens.

The Constitution Day Essay Contest is designed to challenge students to learn more about the U.S. Constitution and to express original, thoughtful ideas in essay writing. Essays were judged on how completely and clearly the ideas were stated and supported. Grammar, spelling and punctuation also were considered. Read More

Letter To The Editor: Cunningham Endorses Colgan

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 7, 2019

By ANDREA CUNNINGHAM

District 4 School Board Member

February 2015-December 31, 2019

I am writing to endorse Melanie Colgan for Los Alamos School Board, District 4 (Barranca/North Mesa).

As the sitting Board member for this District, it has been an honor and a privilege to serve and I look forward to passing the torch to a candidate who is as uniquely qualified for this position as Melanie.

While we are lucky to have two wonderful candidates for this District, Melanie is exceptionally qualified and will bring her experience and expertise to the board for the benefit of our schools, staff, parents Read More

Letter To The Editor: Morris Pongratz Would Be An Invaluable Addition To Los Alamos School Board

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 7, 2019

By SYDNE ASHFORD

Los Alamos Public Schools Alumna

It is my pleasure to write a letter in support of Morrie Pongratz for the Los Alamos Public Schools School Board. Throughout my time at Los Alamos High School, I had the opportunity of working with him through Los Alamos High School’s Key Club.

I began working closely with Morrie in my senior year of high school (2017-2018) when I served as a Lieutenant Governor for the Southwest District Key Club. I had to train Key Club board members around the area, plan fundraisers, and attend meetings in Arizona and Texas. This job was extremely challenging for Read More

LAPS Hosts Safety University For Families Oct. 9

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 7, 2019

LAPS News:

Los Alamos Public Schools is is hosting the first of a series of safety Information sessions for families of Los Alamos students.

LAPS invites parents for an informative night on school safety at Safety University for Families 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9 in the Los Alamos High School Speech Theater.

School staff will host a discussion on the Safe School Plan, community communications and how families can support safety in the local schools. There will be a time for questions and answers.

LAPS is committed to keeping its students safe and partnering with the community to improve Read More

Scenes From GOP 2019 Constitutional Day Dinner

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 6, 2019

The 2019 Republican Party of Los Alamos annual Constitution Day Dinner draws a capacity crowd Saturday night at Cottonwood on the Greens. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Republican Party of Los Alamos Chair Bill McKerley welcomes the crowd and introduces guest speaker, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Dr. Gavin Clarkson. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Senatorial candidate Dr. Gavin Clarkson presents a talk entitled, ‘Mix the Mortar to Fix the Border’. He explains that he is running for the U.S. Senate to be a champion for those whose voices are not heard in the Read More

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