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SCHOLARSHIP News:CANCELED: Explore Cerro Grande On PEEC Snowshoe Outing
Cerro Grande, Photo by Michael Altherr
Note: This event has been canceled due to lack of snow.
PEEC News:
Join hike leader Jan Studebaker on a fun snowshoe outing at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 14.
The trip, organized by PEEC, is free to attend and open to all ages who are up for the 3-4 hour hike.
The Cerro Grande route winds its way up to the highest point in Bandelier with Cerro Grande Peak at 10,199 ft. The route is marked by yellow diamonds and is 2.3 miles each way (4.6 round trip) and is expected to take 3-4 hours. This is a moderate hike, with an elevation gain of approximately 1,200 ft. from the trailhead
PEEC: Experience Southwestern Brazil Wildlife
Bob WalkerLearn about the unique and exotic wildlife of southwestern Brazil from two photographers who made the trip last summer, in a free program at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 12.
Bob Walker and Martin Cooper will share photos and stories about the wildlife they saw on their journey. Animals featured in their talk will be jaguars, caiman, giant river otters, capybara, giant anteaters, ocelot, Southern tamandua, and many species of birds.
Martin Cooper
In July 2014, Bob and Laurie Walker traveled with Martin and Bev Cooper to southwestern Brazil to photograph wildlife. The first Read More
SFI Presents Sandy Pentland’s ‘Ties That Bind: The Goodness of Social Networks’ March 11
Alex “Sandy” Pentland
SFI News:
The Santa Fe Institute is hosting a community lecture with Alex “Sandy” Pentland ― “Ties That Bind: The Goodness of Social Networks” at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 11 in the James A. Little Theater in Santa Fe. (Note: There will be no pre-lecture reception)
Social networks have proven to be fertile ground for understanding human behavior. This fascinating exploration suggests that we’re much more motivated by social incentives that reward others than by economic self-interest alone. Pentland discusses how Read More
LAMS Principal Addresses Parent Concerns About PARCC Testing
Principal Rex Kilburn held a coffee and conversation opportunity Tuesday at Los Alamos Middle School to address parent concerns about the upcoming PARCC testing windows. District school staff is working to implement the required test, which will replace the former SBA testing, Kilburn said. Photo by Bernadette LauritzenMountain 5th Grade Students Experience Snowshoeing At Camp May
Photo by Tony Hinojosa
Photo by Tony Hinojosa
LAPS News:
Fifth grade students at Mountain Elementary School last Wednesday got to experience snowshoeing at Camp May.
Led by their PE Teacher, Tony Hinojosa, the Mountain School Specials Team (Art, Music, Library, PE) all worked together to give their 5th grade students the opportunity to explore the beauty of Camp May, while learning how to utilize snowshoes and search for signs of wildlife.
In order to equip 75 students, teachers and volunteers with snowshoes, the school had to gather them from three different sources. Barranca Elementary, Read More
Letter to the Editor: An Open Letter To Our New LAPS Superintendent
By CHRISTY RUGPORAn open letter to our new LAPS Superintendent:
Dr. (Kurt) Steinhaus, congratulations on your new position. As I parent of three elementary school children, I beg you to do something about the increasing state-mandated testing and harmful ‘education’ directives that are being inflicted on our wonderful public schools by the NM PED.
PARCC testing is starting this week in the elementary schools, and my children are opting out. The system has become so problematic; we are past the point of idle threats that “lack of participation will jeopardize Read More
LANL Provides Shoes To LAPS Students
Amanda Martinez, on behalf of LANL’s Community Programs Office, presents 10 coupons for shoes to LAPS Superintendent Dr. Gene Schmidt. Courtesy photo
LAPS News:
LANL Community Programs continued its annual “LANL Laces” with a gift of 10 coupons for shoes for Los Alamos students.
This marks the fourth year that Amanda Martinez on behalf of the Los Alamos National Laboratory Community Programs Office has been a part of the giving program. This year, 162 LANL Laces gift cards were distributed to needy students throughout northern New Mexico.
Funding for LANL Laces was made possible Read More
History On Tap Thursday: Eyewitness To Trinity Test Shares Recollections
J. Robert Oppenheimer, left, and Major General Leslie Groves at the remains of the Trinity Site. Courtesy/Wikipedia
HISTORICAL SOCIETY News:
The Los Alamos Creative District will present the next installment of its On Tap at 5:30 p.m., March 12 at UnQuarked – The Wine Room, 145 Central Park Square.
The Los Alamos Historical Society hosts this week’s brief presentation and interactive discussion will follow. Join in a conversation with Roger Rasmussen, the Army’s Special Engineering Detachment in Los Alamos during the Manhattan Project.
Rasmussen will share Read More
Griffith Gymnasium Mural Contest Announced
LAPSF News:
Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation announces a call for original artwork that represents the Hilltopper Spirit.
The mural contest is open to all Los Alamos Public School students in grades 8-12. This mural is to honor the creativity and memory of Isaac Hayden. Hayden’s family and friends, the LAHS Class of 1994 and LAPS Foundation have contributed to the project.
The winning submission will be painted in the interior of Griffith Gymnasium by a professional mural team. The finished size of the mural will be approximately 12’ high x 18’ wide and will adorn the east wall of the gym.
Contest Read More
Los Alamos CAP Cadets Participate In Roundhouse Ceremony Honoring WW II Members
CAP Cadets from left, C/A1C Hannah Morgan, C/CMSgt Caleb Britton, C/SMSgt JD Downing and C/Amn Caleb Booton. Courtesy photo
Los Alamos CAP Color Guard. Courtesy photoCAP News:
Los Alamos Civil Air Patrol (CAP) cadets participated in a ceremony honoring the contributions of New Mexico’s World War II CAP members. The ceremony took place at the State Capitol Feb. 25. The ceremony was part of the Legislature’s annual Military Appreciation Day.
Los Alamos CAP cadets served as a color guard during the ceremony.
Members of the World War II CAP was awarded a Congressional Gold Read More
Volunteers Make LAMS Garden Grow
Ismael Flores, left, and Manuel Morales of Los Alamos Landscaping and More assist with some of the hard work in the Los Alamos Middle School garden. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
An idea from staff, some volunteer time and some funds from Keep New Mexico Beautiful (KNMB) will soon have the Los Alamos Middle School (LAMS) landscape in full bloom.
After securing a grant from KNMB in the fall, staff and students literally got their hands dirty and went to work.
The result was an award-winning effort, recognized by KNMB.
“Now that we have experienced some warmer Read More
The Cat In The Hat Visits Aspen Elementary
Aspen Elementary School kindergarteners recently celebrated Dr. Suess Day. The school’s faculty advisor, Sharon Allen, dressed up as the Cat in the Hat and read Dr. Seuss stories to the children. Photo by Don CaspersonUdall Recruiting Summer Session Interns For Washington, D.C. Office
Sen.Tom Udall
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall invites New Mexico college students interested in gaining legislative or press relations experience to apply for summer internships in his Washington, D.C., office.
For more information and to apply for an internship, please visit https:////www.tomudall.senate.gov/internships. During the upcoming summer internship program, Udall’s office in Washington, D.C., will host two summer sessions: May 26 – June 26 and June 29 – July 31. There is limited availability for full summer internship Read More
Key Club Delivers Daffodils To Help Visiting Nurses
Los Alamos High School Key Club members from left, Camille Rousculp, Catherine Rousculp, Emma Phillips, Carmen Bouquin, Radhihika Iyer, Cody Maggiore, Sarah Criscuolo, Luke Katchelmeier, Louisa Belian and Megan Hemphill. Photo by Morrie Pongratz Read More
Pinon Elementary Annual Fun Run March 21
LAPS NEWS:
Pinon Elementary School is hosting its annual fun run at 9 a.m., March 21. The St. Patrick’s-themed event supports the school’s Parent Teacher Organization (PTO).
The 1-mile and 5K event kicks off with runners and joggers getting warmed up with a leprechaun. Snacks and prizes will be given after participants cross the finish line.
Registration forms can be found at the PTO’s website, https:////pinonpto.weebly.com/events.html, and mailed to Pinon Elementary Fun Run, 90 Grand Canyon, Los Alamos, NM 87544.
The cost is now $20 for adults, or those age 18 or older, and $5 for students, Read More
Becoming A Love And Logic Parent
Karen BrownEarly Childhood sets a parenting pattern that can last into the teen years. Respond to temper tantrums, set boundaries,
Donations Sought To Cope With Student Stress At Los Alamos High School Listening Post
Parents and other organizations make donations that stock Los Alamos High School’s Listening Post for high stress times or to provide boost in the day of a teen. Photo by Bernadette LauritzenAs local schools gear up for state standardized testing, Los Alamos High School hopes the community will again support their novel approach to stressful times, called the Listening Post.
“The Listening Post was an idea that was started last year,” LAHS Principal Dr. Deborah Belew-Nyquist said. “The most recent data reported that of those students surveyed, Read More
LAPS Releases Details On Superintendent Search
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos Public School Board is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Kurt Steinhaus as the new superintendent of schools.
A native of Los Alamos, Dr. Steinhaus brings a wealth of experience to the position. He started his education career as a classroom teacher where he taught for 11 years.
He then served 11 years with the New Mexico Public Education Department where he also attended evening and weekend graduate school to earn a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Organizational Learning.
For the last 15 years, Dr. Steinhaus has worked at Los Alamos National Read More
Scenes From Piñon School’s Annual Rocket Day
Members of the 2015 Pinon Rocket Club at Piñon Elementary School. The Rocketeers did not let Friday’s early morning chill keep them from launching their rockets. Photo by Carol Hermes
NASA Astronaut Mike Mullane fields questions from students during a lull in rocket launch activities Friday morning as Pinon Principal Jill Gonzales and Rocket Club Sponsor Scot Carmody look on at right. Photo by Carol Hermes
STAFF REPORT
Piñon Elementary School’s annual rocket launch day went off without a hitch Friday morning in White Rock.
Thirty sixth graders have been working hard to Read More
