LACF Honors Little Forest Playschool For 75 Years Of Service And Community Impact
Little Forest Playschool employees, Lena Sanchez and Crystal Roybal, as well as a parade of little feet, accept a check from the Los Alamos Community Foundation. Courtesy/LACF
LACF News:
Los Alamos Community Foundation LACF) has awarded the July 10-for-10 Grant for community impact to Little Forest Playschool.
“As a parent, Little Forest Playschool has been nothing short of life-changing for our family,” Conner Tharp said. “From the moment we joined, we felt welcomed, supported, and truly part of a community. My daughter has blossomed in their play-based learning environment: gaining Read More
Interfaith Los Alamos Delivers Backpacks For Refugees
Interfaith Los Alamos Don Cobb and Kate Massengale delivered 60 backpacks and extras last Wednesday to Muhammad Munir of Lutheran Family Services, and provided almost $600 in gift cards for shoes, etc., thanks to the generosity of community members in Los Alamos. Courtesy/Interfaith Los Alamos
Refugee children receive backpacks with school supplies delivered last Wednesday by Interfaith Los Alamos and made possible by the generosity of community members in Los Alamos. Courtesy/Interfaith Los Alamos
By KATE MASSENGALE
Interfaith Los Alamos
Despite cuts in federal spending for immigrants Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools Hosts Orientation For New Staff
Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Jennifer Guy is welcoming 36 new teachers and 20 educational assistants this morning in the Speech Theater at Los Alamos High School, encouraging one and all to ‘Choose Joy!’. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Jennifer Guy, right, is addressing new staff members during an orientation this morning in the Speech Theater at LAHS. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
New staff members in the Speech Theater this morning at LAHS. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Leadership New Mexico Kicks Off 2025 Connect Cohort This Week In Los Alamos
By DIEGO ESPINOZA
President
Leadership New Mexico
Leadership New Mexico is launching the 2025 Connect New Mexico cohort this week in Los Alamos, bringing together a talented group of emerging leaders from across the state for the program’s opening session.
Connect New Mexico is a statewide, five-month leadership development program designed for professionals aged 25 to 40. Through immersive, place-based learning and hands-on sessions, participants gain a deeper understanding of the systems shaping New Mexico—while building leadership skills and long-lasting relationships that Read More
LAFD Provided Rare Training Opportunity At Empty School
Los Alamos Fire Department was given the unique opportunity this morning to train in an empty, decades-old school building, at left, as students will be attending classes later this month in their newly completed building, at right. LAFD Training Chief Aaron McNiff thanked Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Jennifer Guy and Assistant Superintendent Mike Johnson for allowing the local firefighters to train at the old Chamisa Elementary School on Meadow Lane in White Rock. ‘This is a rare opportunity for our firefighters to be able to train in a school building that is empty and scheduled Read More
Fr. Glenn: Becoming Royalty
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
I was scrolling through the news the other day and came across a story about a princess from a European royal family soon to be married. The article displayed a file photo of the princess in which she was wearing some jewels which royal families have accumulated over the centuries. Yes, very lovely.
But is true royalty in jewels, a crown, power, a title? Might we define a more humanistic—a more truly human—royalty of moral goodness rather than through power and possession? All too often we become consumed with what the world teaches that we should want, but neglect that which Read More
Palestine Film Series Continues With ‘Israelism’ Aug. 5
COMMUNITY News:
The Palestine Film Series continues with the documentary “Israelism” provided to the community free of charge at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 5, at SALA Event Center.
The two previous documentaries provided to the community from the Palestine Film Series, “No Other Land” and “Where Olive Trees Weep”, were created by Palestinians living on the West Bank.
The next film in the series, “Israelism,” is from the point of view of young Jews.
“When two young American Jews, raised to unconditionally love Israel, witness the brutal way Israel treats Palestinians, their lives take sharp left Read More
PED & LANL Foundation To Host Series Of Regional Community Meetings To Help Shape Future Of Education
LANL Foundation News:
Beginning next week, the New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) and the LANL Foundation will host a series of regional community meetings across the state.
These open-house style events are designed to inform and engage community members in shaping the state’s Action Plan in response to the Martinez/Yazzie lawsuit.
This plan will guide how New Mexico supports:
- Native American students:
- English language learners:
- Students with disabilities: and
- Students from low-income families.
PED and the LANL Foundation are reaching out to educators, parents, youth, Read More
Pawlak: In For A Penny
By JOHN PAWLAK
Advisory Board Member
UNM-Los Alamos
Okay, first of all, this letter has nothing to do with a penny. Absolutely nothing. Now, that being said, let’s talk about the penny. Due to the increasing price of copper and production, it costs four cents to mint/distribute a penny. Leave it to our government to lose money by making money, eh? 2025 will be the last year in which we mint the penny. Will this change the meaning of “A penny for your thoughts”?
OK, I didn’t want to talk about the death of the US penny, but rather about something more personal, your death. But let’s be honest, saying “Let’s Read More
Explore The Lives Of Stars With PEEC & Astrophysicist Galen Gisler At Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites curious minds to journey through the cosmos at the Los Alamos Nature Center’s planetarium for a captivating program: “Stellar Lifecycles:, taking place 7-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 12.
Led by PEEC Board Member and astrophysicist Galen Gisler, this family-friendly presentation explores the fascinating question: What can we learn from the light of stars? Using only the light that reaches Earth, scientists over the past two centuries have uncovered the secrets behind the lives of stars — from their formation in stellar nurseries Read More
Dr. Hailey Heinz Appointed To Lead ECECD’s Policy, Research, And Quality Initiatives Division
Dr. Hailey Heinz
ECECD News:
SANTA FE — Dr. Hailey Heinz has been appointed to serve as the new division director for Policy, Research, and Quality Initiatives (PRQI) at the New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD).
Dr. Heinz brings more than a decade of experience in early childhood research and policy in New Mexico, most recently serving as deputy director and senior research scientist at the University of New Mexico’s Cradle to Career Policy Institute (CCPI).
“Dr. Heinz has dedicated her career to understanding and improving the systems that serve New Mexico’s Read More
Los Alamos Association Of Education Retirees Annual ‘NOT Back-To-School Breakfast’ Set For Aug. 11 At TOTH
From Judy Crocker, Karen Fortson, Suzanne Lynne, Judy Bjarke McKenzie, Jenn Neil & Chelly Young
Committee Members
Los Alamos Association Of Education Retirees
School starts EARLY this year! Our “NOT Back To School Breakfast” will be on the first day of classes, Monday, Aug. 11, from 9-11 a.m., at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church in Kelly Hall at 3900 Trinity Drive.
Breakfast will include burritos, pastries, fruit, coffee, and Spa Water. We are trying to accommodate many dietary needs. There will be no charge, though donations would be appreciated to help defray the cost.
The current Read More
New Mexico Tech’s Michael Jackson Named Acting President
Dr. Michael Jackson
NMT News:
SOCORRO — New Mexico Tech (NMT) has announced a temporary leadership structure following the recent resignation of Dr. Mahyar Amouzegar. Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Michael Jackson will serve as Acting President, effective July 28, 2025.
Dr. Lique Coolen, Vice President of Research, will also assume the role of Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, effective Aug. 1, 2025. This structure is designed to ensure seamless university operations and maintain a strong focus on the institution’s academic and research missions. Read More
Recycling Right In Los Alamos: What To Know, What To Avoid, And How To Keep Bears Out Of The Trash
Los Alamos Eco Station on West Jemez Road. Courtesy/LAC
GREEN News:
As Los Alamos County continues to promote sustainable waste practices, residents are encouraged to stay up to date on best recycling habits and proper trash management, especially in areas frequented by wildlife.
Recycling, what goes in and what should stay out.
1. Items that can be recycled:
- Clean paper / mix cardboard
- Clean cardboard that is broken down to manageable sizes
- Metal cans (aluminum, tin, and steel)
- Plastics labeled #1-7’s (must be rinsed and free of residue)
- Please remove contained plastic items from plastic
Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum 2025 Summer Lecture Series Presents ‘Ethics, Love And The Alignment Problem In Artificial Intelligence’ Aug. 5
Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum News:
Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum 2025 Summer Lecture Series Presents “Ethics, Love and the Alignment Problem in Artificial Intelligence” by Dr. James Carroll, Tuesday, Aug. 5 at the Los Alamos Unitarian Church. A light meal will be served at 6 p.m. with the lecture beginning at 6:30 p.m. The presentation will be recorded and streamed to the ZOOM site given at: https://losalamosfaithandscienceforum.org.
One of the largest unsolved problems in artificial intelligence is the so-called “alignment problem”, that is, the problem of creating an AI that Read More
LAPS Names Stan Maschal Assistant Principal Of LAHS
Stan Maschal
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools has announced that Stan Maschal has accepted the position of Assistant Principal at Los Alamos High School. He joins Principal Eric Ziegler, Assistant Principal Ryan Finn, Assistant Principal Suzanne Montoya and Athletic Director Guy Meyer as a member of the LAHS Administration team.
“We are excited to have Stan join Los Alamos High School,” LAPS Superintendent Jennifer Guy said. “He brings a wealth of experience to the administrative team and love for students.”
Maschal is a passionate and experienced educator with 16 years in public education. Read More
Dr. Kurt Steinhaus Gives Presentation On Career Technical Education At Recent Kiwanis Meeting
Dr. Kurt Steinhaus speaking at July 22 Kiwanis meeting. Courtesy photo
By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
At the July 22 Kiwanis meeting, Dr. Kurt Steinhaus, former NM Public Education Secretary, gave a presentation on Career Technical Education (CTE). He explained the definition and design principles of CTE, how it is funded, why it is needed, and future goals.
Steinhaus began by mentioning the historic swings in education trends and perceptions. In the past, technical courses, known as vocational education, were widely available and supported in public schools. These courses Read More
Western Colorado University Hosts Northern New Mexico College Students For Trades Culture Bootcamp
NNMC Bootcamp crew with spruce branch on gazebo. Courtesy/NNMC
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — Four Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) students got the opportunity to practice the skills they have been learning in Northern’s Electrical Technology program as well as new construction techniques at a Trades Culture Bootcamp crafted specifically for NNMC trades students. Western Colorado University (WCU) hosted Luka Torrez, George Lopez, Mario Perez and Edwardo Martinez for the inaugural trades camp in Gunnison, Colo., in June 2025, where they helped build a solar powered gazebo that will let WCU Read More
LAPS Foundation Recognizes 2025 Scholarship Winners, Educators Of Distinction
Uxue Sansinena and Margo Batha. Photo by Jessica Booton
Michael Bane and Jovita Mowrer. Photo by Jessica Booton
LAPSF News:
The Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation proudly awarded four different types of scholarships this year to graduating seniors from Los Alamos High School. Among them is a newly established scholarship recognizing the senior who has previously served as a student member on the Foundation’s board. The Foundation also continued its tradition of awarding Community Service Scholarships to students who have made meaningful contributions to the schools and the broader Read More
New Mexico Launches Free Teaching Career Hub
NMPED News:
SANTA FE — Aspiring teacher in New Mexico now have a new ally in their journey to the classroom with the launch of TEACHNewMexico.org, offering free career tools, personalized guidance from current educators and up to $100 toward application costs.
As New Mexico faces ongoing teacher shortages, this new initiative serves as a one-stop shop for anyone exploring a career in education. The platform provides financial aid assistance, test prep support and help navigating educator preparation programs across the state.
“TEACHNewMexico.org is strengthening our existing Read More
